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fins unlimited : downing, hynson, brewer, 1974 |
Surfer Volume 15 Number 1, April-May 1974, page 4. | Surfer Volume 15 Number 3, August-September 1974, page 4. |
Fin Energy Unlimited
More than ever before, surfers are
looking to their fins
for increased performance and variable tuning.
Two new, thick foil fins to energize your
surfing.
Developed by Mike Hynson from a panographic reduction of a dolphin's dorsal fin (thanks to "Cindy" at Sea World), incorporating all the plus factors of the accentuated foil. This esthetically pleasing fin is the result of Hynson's efforts to create a surfboard fin unit conducive to a more sensitive, natural style of surfing, stressing smooth rhythmic patterns. Specifications: Depth 6" Thickness at tip 1/4" Base length 6 3/4" Weight 12 oz Thickness at base 1" *a molded Lexan product
available in a range of transparent colours.
Don't get stuck with one fin stuck in the same place! |
Designed by Richard Brewer. A versatile and extremely stable fin with an accentuated foil creating less resistance and drag, along with increased pivotal characteristics, trim speed and holding power. Specifications: Depth 7 5/8" Thickness at tip 15/16" Base length 5 7/8" Weight 12 oz Thickness at base 1" From the constantly evolving system
.... Fins Unlimited
For further information write: Fins Unlimited PO Box 375-F, Encinitas, Calf. 92024 (714) 753-8847 |
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Trailing Edge* Specifications: Depth 9" Thickness at tip 1/4" Base length 6" Foil Thickness 3/4" Rake 2 3/4" Weight 12 oz. Designed by George Downing, this fin can be placed completely forward by virtue of its 9-inch depth, and will not spin out when moved back, it draws out your maneuvers and makes more precise wave positioning possible, yet doesn't track you out because of its high aspect ratio. The Downing rake will give you fluidity at any setting—making full use of your Variset channels full potential for fine tuning. 8" Wide Base* Specifications: Depth 7 5/8" Thickness at tip 1/4" Base length 5 7/8" Foil thickness 15/16" Rake 2 1/8" Weight 12 oz. The 8" Wide Base by Richard Brewer is a stable, all-around fin, foiled for less resistance and drag. A pivot fin with enough area to really turn off of, yet with holding power and full speed design characteristics. This fin will let you fly. Dol-fin*
Specifications: Depth 6" Thickness at tip 1/4" Base length 6 3/4" Rake 1 1/2" Foil thickness 1" Weight 12 oz. Mike Hynson's interest in dolphin dorsal tins resulted in this pantographic reduction incorporating the many plus factors of the accentuated foil and the natural functional beauty of the fin itself. In short, Hynson has created a tool for a more sensitive, light and smooth style of surfing. For a more sensitive, controlled surfing experience, plug into our system. *a molded Lexan product available in a range of transparent colours. For further information write: Fins Unlimited PO Box 375-F, Encinitas, Calf. 92024 (714) 753-8847 |
Surfer Volume 15 Number 1, April-May 1974, page 4. |
Mike
Hynson Dol-fin
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8" wide base designed by
Richard Dick Brewer.
Lexan translucent purple
polycarbonateThe owner of this fin was baffled why it is embossed as 8", noting that the base is actually 5 7/8" as per the published specifications. The 8" refers to the (approximate) depth of 7 5/8". They also noted that the fin is heavy solid quality (with) very little or no flex, there is some wear to the tip, and the broken fin bolt tab has been replaced with a very crude aluminium plate, secured with an internal stud and filled with purple tinted epoxy resin. |
Surfer Volume 15 Number 1, April-May 1974 Cover: Visions of Santosha - more than a state of mind. Photos: Teresa Yates and Barbara Haynes. Surfer Volume 15 Number 3, August-September 1974 Cover: Brian Hamilton - nose slidin' through a Waikiki Summer. Photo: Steve Wilkins. |
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