Futures FT1 Thruster Twin
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A Thermotech fin set built for drive and release
The Futures FT1 Thruster Twin is a Thermotech fin set, which means it skips the traditional stiff, plastic feel of a composite fin in favor of a consistent flex through the fin. That flex is what creates the drive and release through turns that this set is built around, and it comes mounted on the Futures Truss Base, which makes the fins lighter and stronger than a standard base.
Fin dimensions
- Side fins: 19.79 area, 5.14 height, 4.80 base, flat foil
- Rear fin: 7.90 area, 3.26 height, 3.18 base, symmetrical foil
The flat foil on the side fins and symmetrical foil on the rear fin are a straightforward, balanced combination, built for a surfer who wants predictable feedback rather than an aggressive, high performance foil setup.
Who rides this set
This FT1 set suits surfers who want a Thermotech flex fin for everyday sessions rather than a stiff race fin. In South Florida's mix of wind swell and smaller period waves, a fin that flexes and releases smoothly through a turn helps keep your board loose without feeling twitchy underfoot.
Installing and using Truss Base fins
The Futures Truss Base is designed to be lighter and stronger than a standard fin base, so install it into a compatible Futures fin box using the included hardware, tightening evenly so all three fins sit flush. Because these are Thermotech fins, expect them to flex noticeably more than a stiff composite fin, which is intentional and part of how this set generates drive.
Backed by Future Fins
Future Fins was founded by the Longo brothers, who brought an aerospace and hydrogen fuel cell fabrication background into fin design after 1996, combining that technical approach with their own surfing. The FT1's Thermotech flex is a direct product of that engineering focus.
Why buy this fin set from Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has served South Florida surfers since 1978 and stocks Future Fins because our team trusts them in the water. Stop into the shop if you want help matching the FT1 Thruster Twin to your board's fin box before your next session.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Future Fins
- Product
- Futures FT1 Thruster Twin
- Gender
- Unisex
- Feature
- Area: 19.79
- Feature
- Height: 5.14
- Feature
- Base: 4.80
- Feature
- Foil: FLAT
- Feature
- Area: 7.90
- Feature
- Height: 3.26
- Feature
- Base: 3.18
- Feature
- Foil: SYMM
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Thermotech fins different from regular fins?
- Thermotech fins do not have the stiff, plastic feel of a composite fin. Instead they have a consistent flex that creates drive and release through turns.
- What base does the FT1 use?
- The FT1 comes with the Futures Truss Base, which makes the fins lighter and stronger than a standard base.
- What are the fin dimensions on the FT1 Thruster Twin?
- The side fins measure 19.79 area, 5.14 height, 4.80 base with a flat foil, and the rear fin measures 7.90 area, 3.26 height, 3.18 base with a symmetrical foil.
- Who makes Futures fins?
- Future Fins was founded by the Longo brothers, who applied their aerospace and hydrogen fuel cell fabrication background to fin design starting in 1996.