wingless quad fish

I've been getting a lot of requests for my quad fish in a traditional fish template, so here's the wingless quad fish. The dimensions are the same as my double-wing quad fish, but instead of bringing in the tail width with wings I've brought it in with a curve for a cleaner line.

Available with the AK4 or CQC fin templates in marine-ply, bamboo, or fiberglass.

AK4

This fin template represents the reference standard for my raked four-fin quad set-ups. The larger single-foil lead fins provide plenty of drive and help keep the rail engaged, while the raked double-foil trailer allows for nice release off the top. Great for surfers who want drive without sacrificing maneuverability and responsiveness in hollower surf.

CQC

Invented by Rich Pavel in the mid-1980's as the next logical step in the evolution of the fish, with an updated cutaway section for 2006. When combined, the fin outline of the Canard Quad Cutaway (CQC) fin template follows that of its predecessor, the Twin Keel. The CQC has the same fin surface area and holding power as a Twin Keel, but with added release through the fin cluster. By taking the Twin Keel fin template, a low aspect-ratio fin, and dividing it up into two separate high aspect-ratio foils, you get a single-foil leading fin which gives you plenty of drive, and a double-foil trailer which provides a tremendous amount of stability through big powerful turns. This quad fin cluster allows for water flow channeled towards the tail to flow through the fin cluster, making the board much more forgiving backside. The result is an integrated fin set-up that allows for a more progressive and vertical approach to the blinding speed of the fish platform. The best choice for those transitioning from a traditional twin keel fish.

Boards shown:

5'9" x 20.25" x 2-3/8" wingless quad fish : bamboo CQC fins: khaki green resin opaque : wet-sanded gloss.

5'11" x 20.5" x 2-3/8" wingless quad fish : Lokbox AK4 fin set-up : "blueberry" resin tint : gloss/polish.

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