When it comes to high-performance surf hardware, few names carry as much weight as Mick Fanning. Known for his explosive power surfing and precision rail work, Fanning’s latest collaboration with FCS delivers a fin setup that blends classic twin-fin freedom with modern control: the FCS II Mick Fanning Twin + 1.
This isn’t just another twin set—it’s a carefully engineered system designed for surfers who want to go fast, push hard, and still maintain control when things get critical.
Built for Speed and Flow
At the heart of this setup is a template derived from the popular H4 design, reimagined for a twin + 1 configuration. The standout feature is the hatchet-like tip on the side fins. This shape generates instant acceleration, particularly noticeable from take-off through the bottom turn.
What you get is that exhilarating twin-fin speed—but without the unpredictability that often comes with it. Instead, there’s a reassuring sense of stability and hold, even when you’re laying into powerful turns.
The wide, thick base of the side fins is engineered for maximum drive. This means more power transferred directly from your turns into forward momentum—ideal for surfers who like to surf aggressively and link maneuvers with speed.
Complementing the side fins is a smaller stabilizer fin, designed to mirror the side fin template. This isn’t just an afterthought—it plays a crucial role in:
Tightening the turning radius
Adding control in steeper sections
Balancing the looseness of the twin setup
The result is a fin system that feels alive underfoot but never out of control.
A major innovation in this set lies in the contemporary foil design. The side fins are crafted to:
Minimize drag, enhancing speed across flat sections
Introduce flex in the upper half, allowing smoother transitions and release
This targeted flex pattern means the fins respond dynamically—stiff where you need drive, and flexible where you want responsiveness.
Constructed using Performance Core + AirCore, these fins incorporate a pressed polyurethane foam core that mimics the fin’s geometric foil.
This technology delivers several advantages:
Reduced weight for quicker response
Less fiberglass required in the RTM molding process
Fine-tuned flex control for performance surfing
In short, you get a lighter fin without sacrificing strength or feel.
The Mick Fanning Twin + 1 is designed to integrate seamlessly with the FCS II Fin System, making installation quick and tool-free.
It pairs especially well with the DHD MF Twin surfboard, a board co-developed by Mick Fanning and DHD specifically for this fin setup. However, its versatility extends across a wide range of boards:
Fish shapes
Funboards
Dedicated twin fin boards
The FCS II Mick Fanning Twin + 1 isn’t just a hybrid—it’s a refinement of what a twin setup can be. By combining speed, drive, and control in one cohesive design, it opens up new possibilities for surfers looking to push their performance.
If your style leans toward fast, powerful, and expressive surfing, this fin set might just be your new go-to.
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