The Futures Alpha Medium fins use the renowned Al Merrick (Channel Islands) template in Alpha (NetPlus®) construction, offering a balanced combination of control, speed and progressive drive. This Medium size model (55–80 kg) belongs to the Rake category, designed for surfers who want longer lines, powerful turns and a more projection-oriented style of surfing.
The Alpha (NetPlus®) construction is manufactured in Huntington Beach, California and combines recycled fishing nets with Futures’ Compound 6 (C6) technology, which integrates carbon and air infusion. This results in a light, durable fin with a responsive flex that provides smoothness and control.
With a Ride Number of 6.2, these fins fall into the Balanced zone, delivering stable performance with great projection in drawn-out maneuvers.
⭐ Key features:
- Classic Al Merrick (Channel Islands) template
- Rake category for drawn-out turns and drive
- Eco-friendly Alpha (NetPlus®) construction
- C6 carbon + air infused technology
- Balanced feel with great control at speed
- Ideal for powerful surfing and long lines
- Excellent projection in bottom turns and carves
📊 Technical specifications:
- Fin type: Thruster
- Size: Medium (M) – 55 to 80 kg
- Template category: Rake (Drawn-out / Drive)
- Construction / Series: Alpha (NetPlus®)
- Ride Number: 6.2
- System: Single Tab (Futures)
- Compatibility: Thruster
- Board type: Shortboard
- Surf style: Drive
- Side fin foil: Flat
- Center fin foil: Symmetrical
📏 Dimensions:
Side Fins
- Area: 14.84
- Height: 4.50
- Base: 4.50
- Foil: Flat
Center Fin
- Area: 13.35
- Height: 4.29
- Base: 4.31
- Foil: Symmetrical
🌊 Feel in the water:
The Alpha Medium fins offer a stable feel with plenty of drive, ideal for surfers who enjoy long, powerful lines. They work especially well in waves with a wall, where you can take full advantage of their projection and control in drawn-out turns.
If you’re looking for versatile thruster fins with a focus on speed and carves, the Futures Al Merrick Alpha Medium are a very solid option within the Alpha range.



