I have a Javelin 14' that I use for everything from flat water racing, long distance touring and downwinders (I love the board!).
I know the Javelin is not ideal for downwinders, but I don't have room (nor cash) enough to get myself a specific board for that purpose.
Until now I have been using the dagger style stock fin on my Javelin, but I want to get myself a fin that handles choppy waters, seaweed and downwinders better.
I just bought a Futures Weed Fin 10", but I feel unsure if is the right choice for my needs and I don't want to test it before I get some second opinions, as the fin is bloody expensive here in Denmark. If you can advice me on an alternative Futures fin it would be great, as I'd be able to swop back the Weed Fin for an alternative model from the same shop. http://www.futuresfins.com/catalog/FUTURES_2012_SUP_LINE.pdf

Thanks in advance for your advice

Hi Peter

Thanks for your advice. Your very right about the downwind conditions we have here in DK, short and bumpy;-)
I'm glad to hear your using your Javelin for downwinders too!

If you where to choose a fin for this purpose outside the Futures line up, what would you go for as the ideal choice?

Does my weight have any effect on what size of fin I should choose? (I'm 70kg)
or is it just always better to go for more area/stability when the fin should be used in choppy conditions?

Thanks again!

I use the std Dolphin 10.5 fin that DJ is recommending - but it wont shed weed. For flatwater I'm using a Black Project 28.5cm weed - very little drag but not much help with stability.

Two fins would be ideal - if you want to save money I'd go and raid a windsurf shop for some old fins, I 'm sure there will be some that will work - the Futures look nice are supposedly light, but you pay.

Held og lykke med jagten - jeg er selv fra DK....