Is it better to have 3 fins or 1 fin surfboard?
With reduced drag, single fin boards are typically faster. More drag due to three fins results in slower speed. single fin boards offer less lateral stability. Three fin boards provide enhanced lateral stability, beneficial in rough waters. Especially not 3 fins (thruster) which is the classic setup for real surfing but which doesn’t work great in wakesurfing. No “pro” rider uses 3 fins on their board, the majority use the twin fin configuration. Surfboards are thicker than skims and are approximately between 4.A three-fin surfboard board, called a thruster, provides stability and maneuverability. Thrusters are the most popular design for high-performance professionals and beginners just learning to stand up on their surfboards.