True Ames 3.6" CI Channel Islands Side Bites - FCS Compatible (Solid Fiberglass)
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3.6" Channel Islands Side Bites - FCS Compatible, Solid Fiberglass. These side bite fins are engineered to provide maximum performance when added to a single fin on 2+1 surfboards. Available in clear.
3.6" Channel Islands Side Bites - FCS Compatible, Solid Fiberglass. These side bite fins are engineered to provide maximum performance when added to a single fin on 2+1 surfboards. Channel Islands design principles combined with True Ames manufacturing delivers exceptional flow characteristics and responsive handling. Ideal for surfers looking to enhance their 2+1 setup with proven Channel Islands-designed side bites.
Designer Name: Alfred Paul "Al" Merrick
Designer Origin: Bradley Beach, New Jersey (born); Santa Barbara, California (based)
Designer Bio: Merrick's fin design philosophy emphasizes controlled flex and responsiveness paired with practical hydrodynamics, creating the legendary Channel Islands FRP fins with moderate base width, balanced rake, and flat foil construction. His fins—engineered across thruster, 2+1, and alternative configurations—remain the most versatile and commercially dominant fin templates in modern surfing.
Fin Profile
UprightRakeRaked
ControlDriveDrive
LooseHoldLocked in
StiffFlexFlexy
GripReleaseFree
Best forTrimmingPivot turnsCarving