advice - best fin for 9'0 log

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I have read some good info on here in regards to longboard fins however l am looking for some opions, advice, etc. I just had a 9’0 made for me by a local shaper, I am 30 yrs old 5 foot 7, 160lbs. The goal was a small wave log for NJ. Single fin, 3" thick, minimal rocker, rounded rails - this board won’t see many waves over waist high. i would like to progress noseriding as well. My issue is, I have been struggling with which fin/size fin to run. My previous longboards were all 2+1 setups (I always ran them that way too), and I never used a fin over 6.5 " due to this. So this is my first true single fin. I picked up a Futures Salty Bamboo 9.25" pivot style fin for cheap so thats what I currently use. Man this fin is different! Still getting used to it, but can’t help think there is something better for my style/log…hit me with some knowledge! Thx!

I have read that Greenough fins are magical, but again I don't think I need a fin designed for bigger surf.

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True ames California classic is great for nose riding…

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rvb, This is a 9" Sparkey noserider fin. Comes in 8.5,9.0,9.5,10.0,11.0 sizes. Feel free to check out our other fins at www.ProBox-Larry.blogspot.com Mahalo, Larry


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 anyone have any input on the greenough 4a and 4c for a small wave log?

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I just picked up this new fin (picture). It’s my favorite one I’ve ridden from personal experience. It suits the more archy style turns I found, and will keep you locked in when walking around, if that’s what you’re into. 

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A Greenough fin would not be my choice for a noserider style Board.  Just look how Grennough surfed his Kneeboard.  The fin was designed for to carve turns and ride deep in the pocket.

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I’m 3" taller than you, same weight but twice your age+4.  This is my favorite retro log fin:

 

 

Noserides great but has more drive out of turns than a more upright, pivot fin (which is what I used to have on the board).