Glass on vs. Removable Fins
One debate that can go either way is whether glass on or removable fins are better. One thing all surfers will agree on is that they both have advantages and disadvantages. It is Versatailty VS. Performance. I prefer Removable fins, but that is just my preference.
Glass on fins are popular on high performance shortboards and classic longboards. Glass on fins offer less drag which offers a smoother faster ride. The fins are also very light weight. However it is harder to travel with Glass on fins.
Removable fins are easy and versatile for traveling. You can also change which type of fins you use depending on the surf conditions. One downside is removable fin boxes cause more drag than glass on fins and they tend to be heavier as well.
What type of fin system do you prefer?
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The Surfboard Man
Transporting Surfboards
Soft Racks – These are non-permanent surf racks which can go on any car with no tools. They can be set up in 3-5min and off you go. These are perfect if you don’t want permanent racks, but you still need to transport boards on your car.
Hard Racks – These are the most common way to transport a surfboard. It is also the most secure and safe way. These racks are permanently installed onto your car. If you plan on surfing a lot than make the investment and buy a pair of permanent racks.
When transporting always check to make sure your board is secure before driving away you don’t want your board to come off and break.
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