Future Fins AM2 Techflex 5-Fin Set Black-Orange L
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The AM2 Techflex, an Al Merrick Fin Design in Future's Rake Template
The Future Fins AM2 Techflex is a large sized 5-fin setup designed by legendary shaper Al Merrick of Channel Island Surfboards, built in Future's Rake template category. If you have been comparing the AM2 Techflex against other Future Fins setups or looking at AM2 Techflex reviews, this is the large size, built for riders 165 pounds and up.
What Makes the AM2 Techflex Ride the Way It Does
- Template Category: Rake, a wide base with a refined tip for a combination of release and drive
- Construction: Techflex
- Ride Number, Speed Control: 3.4 in a tri setup, 3.1 in a quad setup
- Suggested Wave Type: open face and point break
- Size: Large, for riders 165+ pounds
The quad rear template on this set is modeled after the rear of the Bobby Quad, an upright fin with a fuller beak tip, which is what gives the quad configuration more maneuverability without giving up drive through turns compared to a standard rear fin.
Who This Fin Set Is For
This set is built for riders at 165 pounds and up who surf open face and point break waves, where the Rake template's wide base and refined tip deliver both release out of turns and solid drive down the line. Whether you run it as a tri or a quad, the speed control numbers Future publishes for this set (3.4 tri, 3.1 quad) reflect a setup tuned more for drive and control than a loose, skatey feel.
Setting Up and Caring for These Fins
These are Techflex construction fins, designed to be installed in a Futures fin box system sized to match this large template. As with any surf fin set, rinse them in fresh water after a session in salt water and check the fin box and screws periodically, since the box and hardware are what take the repeated stress of paddling and turns over time.
About Future Fins
Future Fins was founded in 1996 by the Longo brothers, who brought a background in aerospace parts and hydrogen fuel cell fabrication into surf fin design out of a shared love of surfing, and the AM2 template carries the name of Channel Island Surfboards shaper Al Merrick.
Why Buy This Fin Set From Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has outfitted South Florida surfers since 1978, and we carry Future Fins sets like the AM2 Techflex for riders dialing in their board's performance. Stop in or shop online and our team can help you match the right size and template to your board and riding style.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Future Fins
- Product
- Future Fins AM2 Techflex 5-Fin Set Black-Orange L
- Gender
- Unisex
- UPC
- 815681024715
- MPN
- 5560-463-50
- Feature
- Template Category - Rake (drawn-out, drive)
- Feature
- Construction - Techflex
- Feature
- Ride Number - Speed Control-3.4 (tri) / 3.1 (quad)
- Feature
- Suggested Wave Type - Open face | Point-break
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who designed the Future Fins AM2 Techflex?
- It was designed by Al Merrick of Channel Island Surfboards.
- What size rider is this fin set for?
- This is the Large size, built for riders 165 pounds and up.
- What wave type is the AM2 Techflex built for?
- Future suggests it for open face and point break waves.
- What is the AM2 Techflex's speed control rating?
- Future lists a speed control ride number of 3.4 in a tri configuration and 3.1 in a quad configuration.
- What is the quad rear fin template based on?
- The quad rear template is modeled after the rear of the Bobby Quad, an upright fin with a fuller beak tip for more maneuverability without sacrificing drive.
- Who founded Future Fins?
- Future Fins was founded in 1996 by the Longo brothers, who had a background in aerospace parts and hydrogen fuel cell fabrication before turning to surf fin design.