Posté: 04/02/2009 21:07
My own opinion :
Twin fin are now efficient enough with the new shorter and wider outline in comparison to the 90' design (I owned in 98 a RRD sixty with twin fin). I've turn to twinfin and I won't go back to single soon : I've a lot to learn from this kind of design to improve my surfing abilities.
Tri fin : the seal is a very good board and I was really impressed by the way the board carve during cut back. Main problem is that you have to deal with the very short outline and learn how the board works. Quite high to high rider level is needed, but some people who accept to spend a little time to adapt themself to the board really enjoy it... and don't want to go back to single fin.
BUT : new tri fin with more classical outline has a main avantage : you can easily turn from tri fin set up to single by removing the side fins and tuning the center fin to adapt the best the board to the condition. So it can be a very good compromise for the people who don't want to have many board.
Quad fin set up : why not ? But the main problem is not to discuss about kauli style but the way the board can be ridden by "sunday" riders in real world condition. At least a good R&D application or marketing tool...
I've seen pics of the board, really funny to see that kauli is still riding Quatro custom.
In brief : One or many fin, the only important thing is to find the board which will fit to your style and your level ... and help you enjoy your sailing and improve your ride.
Twin fin are now efficient enough with the new shorter and wider outline in comparison to the 90' design (I owned in 98 a RRD sixty with twin fin). I've turn to twinfin and I won't go back to single soon : I've a lot to learn from this kind of design to improve my surfing abilities.
Tri fin : the seal is a very good board and I was really impressed by the way the board carve during cut back. Main problem is that you have to deal with the very short outline and learn how the board works. Quite high to high rider level is needed, but some people who accept to spend a little time to adapt themself to the board really enjoy it... and don't want to go back to single fin.
BUT : new tri fin with more classical outline has a main avantage : you can easily turn from tri fin set up to single by removing the side fins and tuning the center fin to adapt the best the board to the condition. So it can be a very good compromise for the people who don't want to have many board.
Quad fin set up : why not ? But the main problem is not to discuss about kauli style but the way the board can be ridden by "sunday" riders in real world condition. At least a good R&D application or marketing tool...
I've seen pics of the board, really funny to see that kauli is still riding Quatro custom.
In brief : One or many fin, the only important thing is to find the board which will fit to your style and your level ... and help you enjoy your sailing and improve your ride.