Futures Fins - Al Merrick AM1 Honeycomb Thruster Fin Set - Medium

Futures Fins AM1 Honeycomb – Medium Rake Thruster by Al Merrick

The AM1 Honeycomb fin, crafted by legendary shaper Al Merrick of Channel Islands Surfboards, is a medium-sized thruster in the Rake template category, designed for surfers seeking powerful, drawn-out turns with smooth control. Its balanced flex pattern and precision shaping make it ideal for high-performance surfing on open-face waves and point breaks.

Featuring a wider base, the AM1 provides extra drive through turns, while the smaller center fin enhances maneuverability, allowing for quick transitions and responsive arcs. Constructed from Honeycomb material, this fin offers lightweight strength, durability, and optimal flex.

Key Features:

• Template Category: Rake
  Perfect for drawn-out, powerful turns with added hold and drive.

• Construction: Honeycomb
  Lightweight, durable, and responsive, delivering consistent flex and performance.

• Ride Number: 5.8 (Balanced)
  Offers the ideal blend of speed, control, and fluidity for versatile performance.

• Suggested Wave Type: Open Face | Point Break
  Excels on long walls and clean faces where precision and drive are essential.

• Size: Medium (125–175 lbs)
  Optimized for medium-sized surfers seeking stability, power, and maneuverability.

The AM1 Honeycomb thruster set combines Al Merrick’s expert shaping with Futures’ responsive Honeycomb construction, delivering a high-performance ride for surfers looking to maximize drive, control, and fluidity in every turn.