Fins

[lucabrasi]

Got my first board. R. French 11'6" and getting the hang of it. 6'4" 225 lbs. I am wondering about fins. Thrusters and center. What differences will what fins make? It has a stock Surftech 9" center and FCS sides. Will different centers make more difference than different sides. etc? ? I am lake/flat water paddling almost exclusively.

I am also already thinking of another board. Just like skis and kayaks and all the toys, got to see what is out there and what they do. I have been interested in the Tahoe Rubicon, Hovie Nomad, and Hobie 12' ATR? The Jimmy Skykes board has also caught my attention as its price is quite attractive. Any input on another board for a big guy intermediate flat water paddler would be appreciated.

[bigdom]

larger fins set further back will reduce yaw so you can
paddle in a straight line

many flatwater paddles use a long narrow 'dagger' fin

on flat water side bites wont do much for you - they are there
more for turning where they add drive and stability in surf

on flatwater they will just be producing drag

experiment and find what works for you