as stated… Do you currently or have you riden a Hobie Phil Edwards template and what fin template is/was it running? How do you like it?
Post some pics if you got 'em.
I have seen quite a few different fin templates used on them. I’m just about to shape one and looking for insight on fins.
Got one and have ridden it.
Got a good day in the 80’s.
And was suprised how how damn good a board it is.
And thought, if somehow I was back then,
I would seek out and be confident in the Hobie PE.
My fin a reverse ash job a classic,
some had a blue fiberglass set up
But both a reverse design.
Best
Matt - thanks for the reply. And the pic!
The “Early” ones had the “D” style fins like in Matt’s pic. The ones shaped in the 90’s during the Stewart/Hobie/Ron House era Fins Unlimited boxes. I rode mine quite alot and still have it. If you want a good riding “speed shape” longboard; ditch the D style fin. I used a Calif. “Raked” 9 or even 8 inch. Much more responsive for turns and cutbacks at speed. If you’re shaping a "wall hanger; Go with the classic “Rising Sun” or plain mahogany D fin. Lowel
WideAWAKE,
When the time is right, consult with me about your fin selection. I have considerable experience with that board design. In 1960 I had the good fortune to have about an hour conversation with Phil, about his board and fin designs. It was the most mind opening experience, as it relates to surfboard designs/science, that I’ve ever had. To this day I refer to it as my Phil Edwards Surfboard Tutorial.
Bill,
I got you pm and sent a reply. Site kinda went weird on me. I’ll resend if it didn’t go through.
Thank you very much.
Hi WideAWAKE -
I have a custom reissue that was built when he started doing them again. I asked for one of the wooden glass-on reverse template fins. It rides nice but is a glider, not a ‘high performance’ longboard. It doesn’t have a finbox so I can’t say how it would ride with a different fin.
You can definitely put your trust in Bill’s judgement. He is a deep well.
