What is FCS G5?
FCS G5 Thruster Surfboard Fins The original G5 fin set for medium sized surfers. The original G5 fin set is ideal for medium sized surfers and is the most popular fin set fitted to new surfboards around the world..
What is an FCS plug?
Individual FCS Fin plugs for building boards or repair. Designed for streamlining boards for exploration or fine tuning your board with different fin styles, these fins are made to break off at the first sign of impact, minimizing surfboard and bodily damage.
Is FCS 2 FCS compatible?
Yes, you can use all your existing FCS fins with the FCSII system. The FCSII plugs are backwards compatible – grub screws can be used within the FCSII plugs to secure your existing dual tab FCS fins. FCS has designed a set of unobtrusive silicone infills to fill the gap created by the old fins in the new system.
What is the sweep of a fin?
rake
Sweep is the angle measuring how far the outline of the fin is curved backwards; also referred to as rake. Sweep has a direct influence on pivot. Fins with more sweep produce a longer turning arc, less sweep offers a tighter turning arc.
What is G5 fin size?
FCS Carbon Fins Size M Thruster G5 with the following product attributes: ultra light Carbon fins. thruster (set of 3) Base: 4.385″ |111mm. Depth: 4.580″ |116mm.
What does FCS stand for?
FCS
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| FCS | Family and Consumer Sciences |
| FCS | Fetal Calf Serum |
| FCS | Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy |
| FCS | Football Championship Subdivision |
Who founded FCS?
Brian A. Whitty
The FCS system was designed by Brian A. Whitty in Elanora, Australia, and patented on November 7, 1995.
Are all FCS fins interchangeable?
Quick and easy set screws hold the fins in place. Single Tab (Futures) and Dual Tab (FCS) style fins are not cross compatible. You must use fins that are compatible with the fin boxes installed on your surfboard.
What is the difference between FCS 1 and FCS 2?
FCSII is a pre-glass system (installed before the board is laminated) and is stronger than the original FCS system. The unique composite construction allows for an improved bond between the glass and the plug; boosting the impact strength.
What does FCS fins stand for?
Fin Control System
FCS stands for Fin Control System. Originally designed in the early 1990s, FCS is the most successful, widely used surfboard fin system in the world. The fins have two tabs or plugs that are secured to the board using set screws.