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True Ames Greenough 4A Volan Single Fin Finne
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True Ames
True Ames Greenough 4A Volan Single Fin Finne
The Greenough 4-A in Volan fiberglass — George Greenough's all-round single fin, in nine heights, for anything from a shortboard to a longboard.The 4-A is the fin True Ames has built longer than any other, and the one that works on the widest range of boards: a medium profile with a full base and a tapering, moderately flexible tip.
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FinnensystemSingle / Longboard Box
Größe
Color — Volan
Designer: George Greenough
Die Finne
Die Greenough 4-A aus Volan-Fiberglas – George Greenoughs Allround-Single-Fin, in neun Höhen, für alles vom Shortboard bis zum Longboard.
Die 4-A ist die Finne, die True Ames länger baut als jede andere, und die auf der größten Bandbreite von Boards funktioniert: ein mittleres Profil mit voller Basis und einer auslaufenden, mäßig flexiblen Spitze. In Volan kommt der Flex aus dem Körper der Finne statt nur aus der Spitze, weil die Platten so laminiert und ausgerichtet werden, dass das Gewebe in die richtige Richtung läuft. Das macht sich als Speed und Projektion aus dem Bottom Turn heraus und durch die Turns bemerkbar. Neun Höhen, 6.5" bis 10.5", alle in Volan.
Wie sich das anfühlt
Zuerst die volle Basis: Daher kommt der Drive aus dem Bottom Turn, und deshalb fühlt sich die 4-A nie so an, als ginge ihr mitten im Turn der Schub aus. Die Spitze ist die Stelle, die nachgibt – sie lädt sich auf und kommt zurück, also hält die Finne, wenn du es verlangst, und gibt frei, wenn die Rail sich löst. Neutral statt spezialisiert: nicht der tiefste Halt beim Nose Ride, nicht die loseste in der Pocket, und dazwischen überall verlässlich.
Für wen es passt
So gut wie jedes Board mit einer Single Box – Shortboards, Mid-Lengths und Longboards nehmen sie alle –, und die Höhe ist das Mittel zum Abstimmen. Höher für Halt auf einem größeren Board, kürzer für ein loseres Tail. Volan ist das flexiblere Glas, also ist das die 4-A für alle, die wollen, dass die Finne sich biegt und zurückfedert, statt unter dem Fuß steif zu bleiben.
Spezifikationen
Konfiguration
Single Fin
Finnensystem
Single- / Longboard-Box
Konstruktion
Volan-Fiberglas
Größen
6.5", 7", 7.5", 8", 8.5", 9", 9.75", 10", 10.5"
Foil
50/50
Farbe
Volan
Designer
George Greenough
Hergestellt von
True Ames, Santa Barbara, Kalifornien
Spezifikationen
KonstruktionHandlaminiertes Volan-Fiberglas
Größen6.5 in – 10.5 in
Farben1 option
Preisspanne$95.00
VerfügbarkeitAuf Lager
BEWERTUNGEN
Was andere sagen
Riders describe it as more powerful coming out of turns than a standard glass 4A.
From True Ames
The Volan layup springs from the trunk, not only the tip -- the full base still gives push off the bottom, but the whole fin feels alive under load.
Our take
The do-everything single fin for an egg or speed-shape mid-length: it trims fast, holds an arc, and unloads with snap on the way out, usually in the 7.5" to 8.5" band. It trades a little composure for spring and slip, so if your goal is planted noseriding on a heavy log, a pivot fin like the Heritage is the better tool.
MEHR ÜBER DIESE FINNE
The Greenough 4A Volan is the George Greenough 4A template laid up in Volan, a thicker weave that flexes through the body of the fin rather than only the tip; True Ames orients the panel weave so the fin springs from the trunk. The template has a full base, moderate rake, and a tapering tip. It is offered in sizes from 6.5" to 10.5" and runs on eggs, mid-lengths, and a wide range of single-fin boards.
ÄHNLICHE FINNEN
Mentioned in the review — Greenough 4A (standard glass) · Greenough 4C · Heritage — not something we carry.
Konstruktion
Warum Volan
Volan is a woven fiberglass cloth — heavier, coarser, and more flexible than the solid fiberglass used in the standard 4A. It's laid by hand over the fin blank and finished with a resin that cures to a warm amber tint. No two volan fins look exactly the same.
The difference isn't cosmetic. Solid fiberglass flexes mostly at the tip — the body stays rigid, so energy transfers immediately. Volan flexes through the entire fin. It loads energy into turns and releases it progressively, giving a smoother, more connected feel. Surfers describe it as "warmer" — the fin does more of the work, trimming and holding without demanding constant input.
The extra weight is part of the design. A volan 4A is roughly 15–20% heavier than its solid fiberglass counterpart, and that mass adds momentum. Through flat sections and lulls, the fin carries speed instead of stalling. On a longboard trimming down the line, that momentum is the difference between making the section and bogging.
When to choose Volan
You ride a traditional longboard or glider
Volan's momentum and smooth flex match the trim-and-glide style of classic shapes. The fin carries you through sections instead of demanding constant pumping.
You prefer feel over precision
If you like a fin that loads into turns and releases gradually — more flow, less snap — volan rewards a patient, drawn-out style.
You surf point breaks or mellow walls
Down-the-line waves let volan's progressive flex and carry shine. You'll notice the difference most on long, open faces where trimming speed matters.
You want the classic look
The amber tint, raw cloth texture, and hand-finished irregularity are part of the appeal. Volan fins look like they belong on a traditional board.
When to stick with solid fiberglass
You ride a high-performance longboard or mid-length
If you're pumping, snapping, and surfing aggressively, solid fiberglass gives more immediate response and a stiffer drive through turns.
You surf punchy beach breaks
Short, steep waves reward the instant energy transfer of solid glass. Volan's progressive flex can feel sluggish when the wave demands quick changes.
You want the lightest possible setup
Solid fiberglass is lighter. For boards where swing weight matters — shorter single fins, 2+1 setups on mid-lengths — solid glass keeps the tail light.
Volan vs Solid Fiberglass at a Glance
| Volan (this fin) | Massives Fiberglas | |
|---|---|---|
| Flex Pattern | Full-body, progressive | Tip-focused, immediate |
| Weight | Heavier (~15–20% more) | Lighter |
| Feel | Warm, smooth, forgiving | Direct, precise, snappy |
| Speed Through Flat | Carries momentum | Needs pumping |
| Turn Response | Gradual load and release | Instant engagement |
| Finish | Raw amber tint, hand-laid texture | Matte, uniform |
| Best Waves | Point breaks, mellow walls, long lines | Beach breaks, punchy hollow waves |
| Best Boards | Traditional logs, gliders, hulls | HP longboards, mid-lengths, 2+1 setups |
Both versions use the same 4A template — same outline, same rake, same foil. The difference is entirely in how the fin flexes and how that flex translates to feel underfoot.
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