CUSTOM Fins
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CUSTOM Fin Range
Our CUSTOM range of fins is broken up into a number of different distinct design series, much like the CNC or HRD-KORE ranges.
Each of these series will be detailed separately with information presented on the available templates, dimensional information, and combinations. Due to the number of fins sizes and the various base choices, the purchasing info is presented differently than for the CNC and HRD-KORE ranges.
The various choices are grouped under the type of bases required for the fins. Within each base choice there is a SIZE dropdown allow the height of the fin to be selected from the available choice. Then there is a COLOR dropdown for selecting the appropriate color from the available choices. Based on the choices made the price for the fin will be reflected in the BUY NOW button.
All FUTURES base choices will add an additional US$15.00 per fin for the base to the overall price.
Clicking on one of the cards below will take you to the section of the page for those fins. All fins can now be ordered directly from this page. It is no longer necessary to navigate to the store to order custom fins!
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A4C
Latest design series, a mashup of the old A3 and XPD2 lines with enhanced foils!
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K9/PWR
This fin combo is the ultimate fish setup and work great on everything from a standard fish to fish kneeboards. The combination is extremely powerful, fast and with lots of drive!
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Q5
The latest generation of the Q family of fin designs. These fins will be the next to be added to our production range.
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K9
The latest generation of our keel fins, this one featuring a distinctive KAHI cutaway, that helps loosen up the keel fin without sacrificing any power!
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F8
This is the latest series we have been working on. It is loosely based on the DV9 design but with the added tip extension. Some of the designs in this series feature a slight FLIP in the tip as well.
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DV9
We have done a lot of experimenting with fins that are more wing-like, making them generate more lift, this is the culmination of those design efforts. Fast with lots of drive design.
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NRG2
This series features a large blade that is pushed up higher in the fin to keep it away from the bottom turbulence. Still features a narrow base for great turns.
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KAHI
Another one of our newer designs that pushes the KAHI concept to the limit by narrowing down the throat to the bare minimum and pushing the area up into the blade for more drive and hold.
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M8
Another of our newer fin series that is similar to the NRG2 series but with a narrower blade and body, with additional extension in the blade.
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H7
The latest version of our venerable Hammer fin design. This new version features a more rectangular and extended blade, as well as a much narrower throat. Excellent back fin in a quad setup!
The A4C series has undergone extensive testing before being put into production. This testing process resulted in a lot of refinements and improvements to the series easily making them the most versatile fins in our CNC and HRD-KORE range.
This series also has the widest range of sizes. These sizes cover a wide spectrum of fin combos from twinzers to thrusters. We'll provide more details on the different possible combinations below.
The design of the A4C is a combination of our original A3 and XPD2 designs, the idea was to combine the best characteristics of the two into a fresh design that would eventually serve as a replacement for these older designs. In order to make this series as versatile as possible, we added a number of different sizes.
The shape of this series features a strong cutaway at the base and a reverse curve in the upper portion of the tip, adding more tip area. The trailing edge of the fin is shaped like an "S" in profile to better control the water flow off the trailing edge of the fin. In this aspect it is very similar to the XPD2, just all of these features have been enhanced. When coupled with the PHAT FOILS it further enhances the water flow on and off the fin.
The consensus is that these fins are total winners for the general consumer as they are easy to get your head around and don’t have a lot of visually unusual shapes. Of course, once you start looking closer there is clearly a lot more going on than your typical dolphin fin, but due to the more conventional shape, they are much more approachable for the average surfer. This is a good thing in our minds as it will attract more people to trying something different, and once they do they will be blown away.
The versatility of this series has also been enhanced by the addition of the A4C-500CK KAHI center fin, these center fins are a game-changer in a thruster setup as they allow a thruster to feel and behave a lot more like a quad. They allow speed to be maintained through turns and add looseness without loss of holding power!
All of the fins in this new series feature both our PHAT FOILS and HOLOFOILS and are available with GEARBOX, DUAL TAB, and FUTURES bases.
Custom versions of these fins are also available along with some additional sizes. The custom versions are also offered with optional KAHI cutaways, which are not available in the HRD-KORE side fins.
NOTE: we should also point out that the custom fins offer an option to upgrade to the v6 template that uses a cutaway shape that was pioneered on the Q5 and has proved extremely beneficial on the A4C. So the fin images shown on this page will use that template as we feel it is the best choice in a custom version.
A4C CUSTOM Series
The A4C CUSTOM series offers a number of sizes that have not yet been made available in the production versions. Plus these v6 versions of the design feature a revised cutaway design based on the one used in the Q5 series.
The small change to the cutaway actually made a difference to the performance of the fin, but one of the main motives for this design is to allow the cutaway to be more faithfully reproduced on FUTURES bases.
The following sizes are available - 4.00", 4.25", 4.50", 4.75", 5.00", 5.25", 5.50", and 6.00"
STARTING PRICE: US$100.00Price includes fin bag and key!Custom fins with FUTURES bases will see an additional charge of $15 per base added to the total cost
A4C-500CK Center CUSTOM
Center fin for this series featuring our KAHI cutaway design. A really high performance center fin that adds another dimension to a thruster setup. The KAHI really enhances the turning ability while reducing drag.
DIMENSIONS
height: 5.00" [127mm] base: 2.875" [73mm] area: xx.xx in² [xxx.xx cm²]
STARTING PRICE: US$50.00No fin bag! FUTURES bases will see an additional charge of $15 per base added to the total cost
COMBOS
A4C Fin Combinations
Given the various sizes for the fins in this series the following combinations are possible.
Additional combinations can also be created by mixing them with other fins, some of which are also shown here.
A4C SMALL QUAD
Combination of the A4C-450 in the front and the A4C-400 in the back.
USES:
Standard QUAD set that can be used in any quad setup. Small to medium size waves.
A4C STD QUAD
Combination of the A4C-500 in the front and the A4C-400 in the back.
USES:
Standard QUAD set that can be used in any quad setup when a little more pivot is required as the smaller back fin will help for this sue case. Small to medium size waves.
A4C STD QUAD 2
Combination of the A4C-500 in the front and the A4C-425 in the back.
USES:
Standard QUAD set that can be used in any quad setup. Small to large size waves.
A4C REVERSE QUAD
Combination of the A4C-400 in the front and the A4C-500 in the back.
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Standard QUAD set that that has been reversed. Larger size waves for more projection.
A4C TWINZER
Combination of the A4C-400 in the front and the A4C-550 in the back.
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TWINZER setup takes a twin fin and really smooths it out while adding power. Small to large size waves.
A4C TWIN FIN
One set of fins the A4C-550.
USES:
Standard TWIN fin setup with this fin providing lots of drive and speed. Small to medium size waves.
A4C LARGE TWIN FIN
One set of fins the A4C-600.
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Large TWIN fin setup with this fin providing lots of drive and speed. Small to large size waves.
A4C Large Thruster
Combination of the A4C-500 on the sides and the A4C-500CK in the center.
USES:
Standard THRUSTER set geared to a wide range of conditions and boards. Small to large size waves.
A4C Medium Thruster
Combination of the A4C-450 on the sides and the A4C-500CK in the center.
USES:
Standard medium THRUSTER set, a litle more looseness and speed. Small to medium size waves.
A4C Small Thruster
Combination of the A4C-425 on the sides and the A4C-500CK in the center.
USES:
Standard small THRUSTER set, geared towards smaller riders, or more looseness. Small to medium size waves.
A4C ALT Thruster
Combination of the A4C-500 on the sides and the 4Q-500CK in the center.
USES:
Standard alternate THRUSTER set, uses the 4Q-500CK center for more smoothness and flow. Small to head high waves.
The latest generation of the Q family of fin designs. While these fins have been around for a long time they are still very popular because they just work!
Smooth, powerful, high performance fins.
These fins are by far the best selling fins in our range! They offer smooth power with lots of drive and holding power. The harder they are pushed the better they work. Really have to be tried to feel how good they really are in the water.
Due to the rake of the larger fin they tend to have really good projection out of turns making them really good in larger surf!
K9/PWR CUSTOM Fins
Specifically designed as a quad setup with matched fins. These are intended to be used on boards that have an overlapping quad layout for the best performance. Currently, these are working really well in fish-style boards, especially in kneeboards. They are only currently offered in these two sizes, but the K9 front fins can be ordered separately in different sizes.
DIMENSIONS
FRONT
height: 4.50" [114mm] base: x.xxx" [73mm] area: xx.xx in2 [xx.xxcm2]
BACK
height: 4.00" [102mm] base: x.xxx" [73mm] area: xx.xx in2 [xx.xxcm2]
STARTING PRICE: US$200.00Price includes fin bag and key!Custom fins with FUTURES bases will see an additional charge of $15 per base added to the total cost
The latest generation of the Q family of fin designs - Q5!
We have been working on this design for over a year now and completed the final testing this winter. They represent the next advancement in the Q series of fins, with a designs that is functional and versatile.
The Q5 still carries forward the elliptical outline of previous versions of the series, but features a more upright stance and refined blade tip. The shape of the cutaway has been refined to be more effective and to enhance its functionality on FUTURES bases. The cutaway keeps the base narrow for tight turns and maneuverability.
As with previous versions it still carries a HOLOFOIL on the inside face but on this design it is a little more extreme, improving speed and overall performance.
This series is all about smooth power and versatility!
There are a wide range of templates making up this series in order to provide the most effective combos. These range from twinzer style setups all the way through to twinnies!
While currently only available as custom made fins this series will be the next to go to production as CNC machined fins. They will significantly enhance our CNC range.
Q5 CUSTOM Series
The A4C CUSTOM series offers a number of sizes that have not yet been made available in the production versions. Plus these v6 versions of the design feature a revised cutaway design based on the one used in the Q5 series.
The small change to the cutaway actually made a difference to the performance of the fin, but one of the main motives for this design is to allow the cutaway to be more faithfully reproduced on FUTURES bases.
The following sizes are available - 3.75", 4.00", 4.25", 4.50", 4.75", 5.00", 5.25", 5.50", and 6.00"
STARTING PRICE: US$100.00Price includes fin bag and key!Custom fins with FUTURES bases will see an additional charge of $15 per base added to the total cost
COMBOS
Q5 Fin Combinations
Given the wide range of sizes in this series we could not crreate all the possible combinations, but these are the standard ones.
Additional combinations can also be created by mixing them with other fins, some of which are also shown here.
Q5 SMALL QUAD
Combination of the Q5-450 in the front and the Q5-400 in the back.
USES:
Small QUAD set that can be used in any quad setup for groms or those that prefer less fin area. Small to medium size waves. Reversible!
Q5 STD QUAD
Combination of the Q5-500 in the front and the Q5-425 in the back.
USES:
Standard QUAD set that can be used in any quad setup when a little more pivot is required as the smaller back fin will help for this use case. Small to overhead size waves. Reversible!
Q5 SMALL THRUSTER
Combination of the Q5-450 on the sides and the 4Q-500CK center fin for a thruster.
USES:
Smaller thuster setup for those who like a little less area. Small to medium size waves.
Q5 STD THRUSTER
Combination of the Q5-500 ion the sides and the 4Q-500CK for the center fin.
USES:
Standard thruster setup, good all around setup. Small to overhead waves.
Q5 REVERSE QUAD
Combination of the Q5-425 in the front and the Q5-500 in the back.
USES:
This setup reverse the standard quad with the larger fin in the back. Creates more projection so good for larger surf.
Q5 STD TWINZER
This is the standard twinzer setup for the Q5 utilizing the Q5-375 in the front and the Q5-600 in the back.
USES:
Standard TWINZER fin setup providing lots of drive, speed, and projection. Small to large size waves.
Q5 SMALL TWINZER
This is the small twinzer setup for the Q5 utilizing the Q5-375 in the front and the Q5-550 in the back.
USES:
Smaller TWINZER fin setup providing lots of drive, speed, and projection. Small to medium size waves.
Q5 LARGE TWIN FIN
The large Q5-600 twin fin set.
USES:
Large twin fin setup for more power and drive. Small to large size waves.
Q5 Small Twin Fin
The smaller Q5-550 twin fin set.
USES:
Smaller twin fin setup for power and drive on smaller boards. Small to large size waves.
Q5 Alternate Quad
This alternate quad combination utlizing the Q5-500 in the fronmt and the H8-400 in the back.
USES:
Quad setup that provides a lot of drive and increased hold. Small to large size waves.
The latest generation of our family of keel designs - K9! This is the fin that is also used in the K9/PWR combo. It takes our original KCS keel fin and updates it with a number of improvements.
The overall base length has been shortened to reducing tracking, but the most significant change is the introduction of the KAHI (cutaway). This is a fairly extreme cutaway that really helps loosen up the design while still leaving the fin with plenty of drive. By reducing the base length and adding the KAHI we are reducing drag making the fin faster.
As with most of our new designs these fins have PHAT FOILS and HOLOFOILS on the inside faces. The trailing edge of the fin is also cambered to help focus the water flow through the center of the fin.
These fins work very well and are an excellent choice for a twin fin, in the larger sizes, also fishes where they can be combined with the PWR fin for an even more powerful setup.
K9 CUSTOM Fins
Currently, the K9 series is only made in three sizes, all with KAHI's. As shown in the K9/PWR combo the middle size is used in that combo.
The larger version is used for twin fins and fishes, and the smallest version is best suited for a smaller combo with the PWR back fin or possibly as a side fin in a thruster setup. It could also be combined with a different template in a quad setup.
DIMENSIONS
K9-400K
height: 4.00" [101mm] base: 3.49" [89mm] area: xx.xx in2 [xx.xxcm2]
K9-450K
height: 4.50" [114mm] base: 3.93" [100mm] area: xx.xx in2 [xx.xxcm2]
K9-500K
height: 5.00" [127mm] base: 4.37" [111mm] area: xx.xx in2 [xx.xxcm2]
STARTING PRICE: US$100.00Price includes fin bag and key!Custom fins with FUTURES bases will see an additional charge of $15 per base added to the total cost
COMBOS
K9 Fin Combinations
The primary combo for this fin is shown in the K9/PWR section, otherwise these fins are meant to be used by themselves.
Additional combinations could also be created by mixing them with other fins.
CUSTOM FIN PRICE LIST
CUSTOM Fin Pricing
DESCRIPTION
PRICE US$
TWIN
$100.00
THRUSTER
$150.00
QUAD
$200.00
5FIN
$250.00
CENTER
$50.00
All Prices are for a set of two fins or a single center fin.
CUSTOM Extras Pricing
DESCRIPTION
PRICE US$
FLIP TIPS
$15.00
FUTURES Base (DEEP or SHALLOW)
$15.00
REGULAR Base
$15.00
All EXTRAS prices are per fin.
Prices subject to change without notice. Prices are for a set of two fins or a single center fin.
Custom fin manufacturing is minimum 4 - 8 weeks.
WARNING - DUAL TAB Fin Bases
HANALEI FINS cannot guarantee against the breakage of dual tab bases. The DUAL TAB system is designed to break under a certain load or hard impact. We try to make the tabs as strong as possible but there is only so much we can do before we run into the limitations of the base design.
If a DUAL TAB base does break we will work with the customer to replace the fins at a reduced price, but we cannot outright replace the fins with no charge!
NOTE - REPLACEMENT Fins
HANALEI FINS cannot sell individual side fins, should you lose a side fin, as it means we have to break up a set of fins and then we are left with a fin that we have little chance of selling by itself.
If a fin is lost we will work with the customer by selling a set of replacement fins at a reduced price, these replacement fins would not be in a bag in order to keep the cost down!
INFO - FLIP TIP Fins
For anyone interested in our fins featuring FLIP TIPS, please be aware that these fins are sensitive to the amount of toe-in used in the box setup, so it is worth checking with us.
We have run into a number of cases where fin boxes setup with an excessive amount of toe-in, have caused issues with fins featuring FLIP TIPS. We want to ensure there are no problems with our fins, therefore we are offering to verify that they will work in the setup on any given board, before buying any of these fins.
Before you order any of these fins, if you are unsure about whether they will work in your board, please CONTACT us so we can make sure they will work for you!