Futures Fins 2+1 Compound 6 Longboard Fin Set Black 7in
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Performance Longboard Setup, Made in the USA
The Futures Fins 2+1 Compound 6 Longboard Fin Set pairs a Performance 7.0" center fin with the SB1 sidebite pair to give longboarders the drive of a single fin and the rail-to-rail control of a thruster-style setup. Every fin in this set is manufactured in Huntington Beach, California using Bureo NetPlus material: recycled fishing nets that would otherwise end up in the ocean, processed into a high-performance composite that holds its flex pattern session after session.
What Is in the Set
The center fin is a full Performance 7.0" template mounted on a universal fin box base, meaning it seats directly into any standard longboard center box without an adapter. The two SB1 sidebites ride in the Futures Fins tab system. The SB1 is a compact, upright sidebite template that adds pivot and acceleration off the tail without interfering with the nose-riding hang-time the center fin provides.
Futures Fins Box System
Installation takes less than a minute. The Futures Fins box system uses a single screw per fin with no extra tools required beyond the included fin key. The base design locks the fin firmly against lateral movement so there is no fin rattle or play underfoot, even in heavy surf. Removing and swapping fins between boards is equally fast, which makes this set a practical choice for surfers who rotate between longboards.
Bureo NetPlus: Recycled Material, No Compromises
Bureo NetPlus is made from certified recycled fishing nets collected from coastal communities. The material goes through a rigorous cleaning and processing cycle before it is molded into fin blanks. The result is a composite with consistent flex, good stiffness-to-weight ratio, and a manufacturing story that reduces plastic waste from one of the ocean's most persistent pollution sources. The ribbed spine visible on each fin is a structural feature of the molded construction, adding stiffness in the drive zone without adding excess weight.
Design and Testing Background
Futures Fins was founded in 1996 by the Longo brothers, who brought an aerospace fabrication background to fin design at a time when most fins were produced with basic fiberglass layups. That engineering approach still defines how Futures develops templates: pro-rider testing informs the outline, rake, and flex before a fin reaches production. The 2+1 Compound 6 template was refined for performance longboarding, favoring a surfer who wants to walk to the nose for trim and then pivot back to the tail for snaps and cutbacks within the same ride.
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Specifications
- Set Configuration
- 2+1 (1 center fin + 2 sidebites)
- Center Fin
- Performance 7.0" single fin, universal box base
- Sidebites
- SB1 sidebite pair, Futures Fins tab system
- Material
- Bureo NetPlus recycled fishing net composite
- Made In
- Huntington Beach, California, USA
- Installation
- Tool-less, single-screw per fin (Futures Fins box system)
- Center Box Compatibility
- Universal longboard center box
- MPN
- 8034-311-63
- UPC
- 815681022537
Frequently Asked Questions
- What fin box does the center fin fit?
- The Performance 7.0" center fin uses a universal fin box base that fits standard longboard center boxes. No adapter is needed.
- Does this set require any tools to install?
- The Futures Fins box system is designed for single-screw installation. A fin key is all that is required. No additional tools are needed.
- What is Bureo NetPlus material?
- Bureo NetPlus is a composite made from certified recycled fishing nets recovered from coastal communities. It is processed into a durable fin material with consistent flex and stiffness characteristics.
- What board types work with a 2+1 fin setup?
- A 2+1 setup suits longboards (typically 9 feet and longer) that have a single center box and two sidebite boxes positioned near the tail. The center fin provides glide and directional stability while the sidebites add drive and pivot off the tail.
- How does the SB1 sidebite affect performance compared to riding a pure single fin?
- Adding the SB1 sidebites tightens the turning radius and increases drive through turns. A pure single fin emphasizes nose-riding trim and long drawn-out arcs. The 2+1 setup preserves that glide while giving the surfer more response when pivoting off the tail.
- Where are Futures Fins made?
- The 2+1 Compound 6 Longboard Fin Set is manufactured in Huntington Beach, California, USA.
- Can I buy Futures Fins 2+1 sets at Island Water Sports?
- Yes. This set is available through Island Water Sports in South Florida and online at islandwatersports.com.