DSF – A Speed-Hungry Modern Retro Single Fin
The DSF is a modern-retro single fin that blends vintage soul with tuned-up performance. Designed with speed and flow in mind, it thrives in clean, lined-up waves—particularly point breaks where it can stretch its legs and showcase long, arcing turns.
Its bottom contours are well thought-out: a slight single concave through the center generates lift and drive, transitioning into a vee with double barrel concaves through the fin area and tail block. This combination offers fluid rail-to-rail transitions and unexpected looseness and responsiveness for a single-fin design.
Classic in outline but modern in execution, the DSF delivers all the style and grace of a traditional single fin, but with the added snap and control to keep it feeling lively underfoot.
Pros:
Excellent drive and speed in lined-up waves
Vee and double concaves add maneuverability to a classic template
Stylish and smooth with the ability to pivot when pushed
Ideal for point breaks, but holds its own on clean reefs and beaches
Cons:
Single fin limits vertical performance and quick redirection
Best in clean, fast waves—can feel sluggish in weak, mushy surf
Summary:
The DSF is a fast, fluid, and fun modern single fin that brings retro elegance to modern wave-riding. With updated contours and a responsive tail, it offers a unique blend of glide and liveliness, making it a perfect choice for surfers chasing smooth lines and timeless flow—without sacrificing performance.