FCS Carver PC XLarge Thruster Fins

The FCS II Carver Performance Core X-Large fins are designed for surfers seeking maximum performance through long, powerful turns, delivering an excellent combination of drive, stability, and control. Part of the Carver - Find Power fin family, they feature an elongated, high-sweep template developed to provide exceptional hold off the bottom and greater confidence when carving on open wave faces.

The Carver design features a pronounced rake profile that promotes projection and allows surfers to maintain pressure through extended turns. This geometry delivers a stable, controlled feel, particularly appealing to power surfers who enjoy pushing hard against their fins and drawing long, flowing lines while maintaining speed throughout manoeuvres.

The Performance Core (PC) construction uses a multi-layered resin transfer moulding process, developed to provide a balanced combination of lightness, strength, and dynamic responsiveness. The fins' flex pattern extends progressively from the base through to the tip, helping surfers maintain drive and hold throughout turns while delivering consistent performance across different surfing conditions.

Thanks to this construction, the FCS II Carver Performance Core fins offer a refined, controlled response, allowing surfers to apply pressure through their fins and take advantage of their progressive flex to maintain projection during manoeuvres. The result is an excellent balance of stability and flow, ideal for powerful surfing and drawn-out carving turns.

These fins perform particularly well in open-faced waves with long, flowing sections, making them especially suitable for point breaks and reef breaks, where the Carver template can be used to its full potential. They are also recommended for surfboards featuring deep concaves and moderate-to-extreme rocker, providing additional control and stability through demanding turns.

Available in an X-Large size, recommended for surfers weighing over 85 kg, the FCS II Carver Performance Core fins are an excellent choice for riders looking for a fin setup capable of supporting powerful surfing with exceptional drive, hold, and control.

Key Features:

Carver template for long, powerful turns

FCS Carver - Find Power fin family

Performance Core (PC) construction

Multi-layered resin transfer moulding process

Progressive flex from base to tip

Excellent drive and hold throughout turns

Elongated template with pronounced sweep

Increased control off the bottom

Lightweight and versatile construction

Ideal for point breaks and reef breaks

Recommended for surfers weighing over 85 kg

FCS II Fin System

Technical Specifications:

Brand: FCS

Model: FCS II Carver Performance Core

Size: X-Large (XL)

Recommended Weight: Over 85 kg (190 lbs)

Fin Family: Carver - Find Power

Construction: Performance Core (PC)

Fin System: FCS II

XL Fin Dimensions:

Base: 119 mm (4.69")

Depth: 121 mm (4.77")

Area: 10,650 mm² (16.51 in²)

Sweep: 37°

Foil: Flat

Recommended Conditions:

Open-faced waves

Long, down-the-line sections

Point breaks and reef breaks

Conditions suited to powerful, drawn-out turns

Recommended Board Types:

Surfboards with deep concaves

Boards with moderate-to-extreme rocker

Surfboards with compatible FCS II fin boxes

Ideal For:

Surfers weighing over 85 kg

Surfers seeking maximum performance through powerful turns

Long, drawn-out rail carves

Power surfers who push hard against their fins

Riders who value drive, stability, and control