I was wondering if any one has any feed back about the c-5 with Futures as opposed to FCS set up. I tried with Lock Box (glass fins) and FCS for canard fins and it was generally very stiff (and I tried various adjustments) but very drivy in hollwer waves. On a simmilar topic does anyone agree that the c-5 set up really helps make the wider tail boards more functional? I have tried others with thruster set ups but they just dont perform the same for me.
Why dont you give Herb Spitzers “Supercharger” fin setup a try? He has had great feedback and it doesnt have the drawbacks of the C5. Do a search and check the archives for more info.
Thank you! Is there a web site?
…No, but you can e-mail me @ …Herb.
Jason and Herb, I really like the Rusty c-5 with FCS its just that I am always keen to try new things. What draw backs did you notice with them?
… The C-5s are over done,too large(canards),with a bad setting and didn’t function at all,properly.The C-5 is Very stiff,and has a very tracky turn.My Superchargers will out perform a Rusty C-5 any day in all conditions,And I’m willing to prove it in-person.I can also gather up a few riders that ride my Superchargers and they will also agree with me. …Kickin’ tails and takin’ names.Herb
Not to be a jerk or anything, but if they are that much better, it seems your guys woulda surfed circles around everyone at the rusty “anything but 3” contest at trestles a while back. I was there,and don’t remember anyone riding “superchargers”. In fact, I think it was won by gerlach on a bonzer. Just my 2 cents. Some proof or results would help backup your claims.
…Hey STL,I tried to get in the contest and was flat out lied to by Rusty’s businessmen about letting my team and/or just me surf in the event.This just wasn’t the anything but 3 con ,but the first C-5 event as well. …It’s easy to speak dung from your chair,and market what you want your customers to see.I just wanted to share my invention with others at the events,and surf a bit.If winning and $$$$$$$ was all it was about than I’d market it more. …I’m not sure I want everyone riding Superchargers anyway and I don’t thing the general public is ready for them,I’m usually 10-30 years ahead of my time.Herb
…Archive Superchargers here.Nuff Said.Herb
Herb, What is the real difference between your superchargers and the C5 setup? I’ve seen pictures of both and they look pretty much the same to me. Reason I ask is I’m shaping a board now similar to the Rusty Piranha and I got extra plugs so I can make my own canards. What’s the diff?
Lots,especially since I started using glue-ons some two or more years ago.Basically the C-5 is a board design built with carnards,My Superchargers are outboards fin assists that can be added to any board with side fins.The charger templates are completely different as well as my settings are different,well they use to be,but I see that Rusty has caught on to that…taking notes Rusty???Herb
I am using the Future fins C-5 setup with the Future fin T-1 twin for the fin set up on my Curved Channel Twinzer Fish, this is a traditional outline 5’11" fish the C-5 allows 1/2" of movement forward or back which allows the surfer to really fine tune this board. I have let a few people ride the protype and have recived very positive feed back about the board and the fin set up. I recommend that if you are making a five fin that you use the Future C-5 system the foil on the inside of the fin is just unreal and really cleans up the water flow. This combo of fins set-up, curved channels, and outline is creating a whole different feeling fish fast yet sensitive lose but not skaty and a very stable board that stays under your feet . If you would like to demo one contact me. http://www.ancientartsurfboards.com
…Lets get together soon! I would love to do a Pepsi taste test with you if you’re up to it and we are close enough in distant to not make it a buren on either of us. …e-mail me @ …the ball is on your side of the court now!Herb
Herb, I was just answering a question that someone posted about the Future fins C-5 system (which I am a huge fan of) and I did not mean any offense to your superchargers I am sure that they are a finely crafted and designed product. As to your challenge I am game to work out a time, place,and who should surf our boards since of course we would have bias . So e-mail me or call my number is on my web site. I look forward to your call and meeting you in the future. Sincerly, Rick P.S. I will e-mail you also. http://www.ancientartsurfboards.com
…No offense taken here,I LOVE A GOOD CHALLENGE.My whole life growing up was behind the 8 ball and I came out ahead!!!I’ll give you a call!Herb
Let the games begin!
Herb, why do you use so many question marks and ! when ohe will do just fine?
…???Herb
…nuff said !!!Herb
Great answer!!!