FCS fins were dreamt up in the early 1990’s by Brian Whitty. His idea was simple: Removable fins would make traveling easier, allow surfers to change their fin setup to suit varying conditions, and most importantly, give them the opportunity to change the performance of their surfboard easily by using a different fin template.
These fins were introduced to the Australian market in 1992 and released globally in 1994. Their fin plug was patented shortly after the global release and it quickly became the world standard for removable fins.
Since its global release in 1994, 30 ASP World Titles and countless events have been won riding the FCS fin system. The FCSII system was released in 2013 allowing surfers to simply click in their fins (no more fin keys!) whilst still allowing surfers to use their favourite older fins.
Vertigo surf stocks an extensive range of FCS and FCSII fins.
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Overview Our new Day Cover. Ultralight and tough; this is the ideal cover for day-to-day use as you transit to and from the beach. Features Wider Fit: designed for fish and funboard shapes. Lightweight: lightweight material to minimise boardbag weight. 30% lighter than previous model. 5mm High Density Padding: perfect protection for day-to-day use. Contoured Stretch Fit: uses a unique ‘armadillo’ strip that not only provides ventilation, but keeps the bag snug and secure around your board. 3D Rail…
Features: This bag has a wider fit designed for funboards and fish boards Super lightweight and easy to carry from the van to the beach 5mm padding for everyday handling, not suitable for airport travel Stretch fit which keeps the bag snug to your board whilst also adding ventilation 3D rail protection made of high density foam, contouring to the shape of the rail Fin wing expands so you can keep your fins on when…
Overview Highest area twin set in the FCS range; as a result, can be pushed harder through turns. Moderate sweep (rake), full tip and longer base delivers incredible drive and speed. Lower depth value maintains manoeuvrability and looseness off the top and through turns. Designed in collaboration with Harley Ingleby for use on his asymmetric twin model. Board Types Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System. Recommended for all board types including fish, funboard…
FCS Fins Eco Blend Carver Neo Glass quad rear Neo Glass ECO Neo Glass ECO is a new low impact construction delivering high impact performance. Made with new eco material; castor-based bio-resin. Generates speed for whipping action. As part of the FCS EcoBlend initiative. Overview: Designed for powerful, drawn-out turns with added hold. Elongated template with high degree of sweep provides exceptional hold off the bottom and when carving on the open face. Ideal for…
Overview Designed for powerful, drawn-out turns with added hold. Elongated template with high degree of sweep provides exceptional hold off the bottom and when carving on the open face. Ideal for power surfers who like to push hard against their fins and draw out their turns. Ideal Conditions Open face, down-the-line waves, particularly good in point and reef breaks. Board Types Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System. Recommended for boards with deep concaves…
Overview Designed for speed and tight turns, with added tail release. Upright template allows for tighter, more acute directional changes. Smaller centre fin for increased pivot and tail release. Ideal for surfers who like to perform fast, progressive turns. Ideal Conditions Suitable for hollow waves, particularly good for beach breaks. Board Types Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System. Recommended for performance shortboards with moderate-to-low rocker. Fin Family Reactor: Find Speed. Speed, tight turns…
FCS II Accelerator Neo Glass ECO – Thruster Neo Glass ECO Neo Glass ECO is a new low impact construction delivering high impact performance. Made with new eco material; castor-based bio-resin. Generates speed for whipping action. As part of the FCS EcoBlend initiative. FIN SIZE MEDIUM (65Kg – 80 Kg / 145 – 175 Lbs) LARGE (75kg – 95kg / 165 – 210 lbs) DESCRIPTION Controlled, high speed turns. Excels in critical conditions Oversized,…
Overview Designed for a balance of speed, flow & response with added control. Oversized, all-round template with a fuller tip. Ideal for surfers who like to attack the wave and perform aggressive turns. Ideal Conditions A wide range of conditions, particularly good in critical overhead waves. Board Types Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System. Recommended for performance shortboards with moderate-to-low rocker. Fin Family Accelerator: Find Control. Speed, flow and response…
Overview Al Merrick’s template is designed for radical, progressive surfing. The raked side fins produce exceptional speed and drive, while the smaller centre fin on the medium and large templates offer quick release through turns. Ideal Conditions Hollow steep waves, punchy beach breaks. Board Types Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System. Performance boards with deep concaves and moderate-to-extreme rocker. Fin Family Carver: Find Power. Powerful, drawn-out turns with added hold.…
Designed in collaboration with Carissa Moore for female surfers, this all-round fin is designed to perform seamlessly in a range of different conditions and board models. Overview Lending elements from the Performer and Accelerator templates, this well-balanced fin will feel fast, stable and loose. The side fins are slightly larger than the centre fin which creates a feeling of control when driving through a bottom turn, and the smaller centre fin lets you turn easily…
FCS II Carver PC Carbon Large Tri Fins
Features: Fin System: FCS II Fin Set-Up: Quad rears (for use with any FCS side fins) Construction: Glass Flex – great for beginner and intermediate surfers Fin Family: Fins in the Carver family are designed for maximum power Performance Characteristics: Lots of hold off the bottom and through drawn-out carves thanks to the elongated template with extra sweep Wave Type: Open-face, down-the-line waves Surfboard Type: Best in boards with a fair amount of rocker and concave Size: med Recommended Rider Weight: 55-70kg+
Powerful, drawn-out turns. Excels on open face waves. PC Carbon + AirCore Construction. Overview LIGHTER CONSTRUCTION. SMOOTHER FEEL. The new PC Carbon Essential Series utilises a superior blend of carbon tissue and our ultralight AirCore construction to deliver a more user-friendly flex to achieve faster start-up acceleration and a smoother feel through turns. Designed for powerful, drawn-out turns with added hold. An elongated template with a high degree of sweep provides exceptional hold off…
FCS II CHRIS CHRISTENSON TWIN Fin Set Up: Twin Colour: Black Construction: PG Pure Glass Suggested Conditions: Hollow steep waves, punchy beach breaks smooth and fast down the line speed From high performance twins to more traditional shapes this is a perfect complement to your twin fin
Overview A collaboration with Channel Islands Surfboards, the CI Upright is designed for speed & tight turns. A template that comes to life in punchy hollow waves, but can also suit conditions where you need the start up speed to get going. Ideal Conditions Hollow steep waves, punchy beach breaks. Board Types Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System. Performance boards with deep concaves and moderate-to-extreme rocker. Fin Family Reactor: Find Speed. Speed, tight…
Overview The set consists of the regular AM side fins combined with an all new centre fin designed by Dane Reynolds. The ever-popular and highly raked AM side fins sit in the Carver family providing exceptional drive and hold. The centre fin features a high pivot, low raked template (Reactor Family). When paired together the set has a unique feel that’s very secure and stable off the bottom with very fast tail release off the…
FCS II CONNECT NEO GLASS ECO LONGBOARD FIN NEW RELEASE Versatile, high performance fin. Connect turns and move up and down the board, now constructed in Neo Glass Eco bio-resin. Overview Constructed with 50% glass and bio-resin, the Neo Glass Eco Connect template has a low impact construction with high impact performance that’s recommended for lighter more agile surfers. Neutral, well balanced template. Versatile, high performance Longboard (LB) fin for all conditions. Offers a combination…
FCS II FATBOY PG LONGBOARD FIN Designed for on-rail performance and nose riding. Unique bulb-like tip holds the tail in the water. Overview Bulb-like tip holds the tail of the board in the water. Ideal for on-rail surfing and extended nose riding. Suited to traditional and performance longboards Performance Glass Performance Glass (PG) fins are machine cut from layers of solid fiberglass. These fins are stiff, and are widely used by pro level surfers because…
Overview Filipe Toledo’s signature template is made for fast, progressive surfing. These fins deliver exceptional drive and control off the bottom without hampering the speed off the top and release through the lip. Suited to a wide range of conditions and particularly good in critical overhead waves. Recommended for performance shortboards with moderate to extreme rocker. Constructed with ultra-light materials and combines the drawn-out influences of a more raked fin with the all-round versatility…
Overview Gabriel Medina has rekindled his partnership with the FCS team. This time around, he brings a new dimension with his new signature GM Performer template with a custom flex pattern and smaller centre fin. Medina’s illustrious 3 x WSL World Titles were paved with the reliability of the Performer template. This latest GM Performer incorporates AirCore technology, producing a custom flex pattern that sits between the PC and PC Carbon constructions. This flex strikes…
Overview UNIQUE TEMPLATE Radically different side & centre fin templates create a powerful fin set with ultimate speed & drive. SIDE FIN PROFILE: Lower section produces maximum acceleration, while hatchet like tip creates stability & control. CENTRE FIN PROFILE: Highly raked elliptical outline reduces drag, and offers feeling of predictability when releasing through turns. FIN FOILS TEMPLATE: Thicker base with tapered tip optimises flex & regulates the release of energy during rail to rial transitions.…
Product Information OVERVIEW: Harley Ingleby’s high performance longboard thruster set. GEOMETRY: XL template with full base, high sweep and narrow tip. FCS II side fins + FCS II LB centre fin. FIN MATERIAL: Performance Core PERFORMANCE: Delivers maximum manoeuvrability and response for surfers who like to perform agreesive turns on a longboard. CONDITIONS: A wide range of conditions, particularly good in critical overhead waves. BOARD TYPES: Suitable for performance longboards, surf SUP’s and hybrid 2…
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