Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0
Combined Transfer Molded Engineered Flex
The Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 combines various processing techniques to produce a strategically designed flex structure, created by a crescent shaped, carbon leading edge. The inlay of the two materials (Carbon and Honeycomb) create a torsional flex pattern for storing and releasing potential kinetic energy energy back into the Fins. The Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 are light and strong, with a highly designed flex rebound pattern that will take your surfing to the next level! Once you go black you'll never go back.....
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 are HERE! - Over the past 10 years the Blackstix have become a staple in the Futures line, proving to be the best option when a lively, fast fin is needed. While keeping the Ride Number of the Blackstix series in the 10 to 7 range, they've made some improvements to bring you the all new 3.0! Continuing on with their V2 foil speed generation, they've added a 23º unidirectional carbon throughout the fin to stiffen up the base for increased drive. This new carbon also creates more snap in the tip, loading up and releasing even more energy it's counterpart. Overall, the new 3.0's keep that springy, fluid and responsive feeling while adding more stiffness in just the right places to harness more power in turns.
Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0 - R1
The Future Fins R1 Black Stix are a Rusty/Futures Collaboration for bigger surfers.
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 R1 Fin Size:
Outline: Rusty
Height: 4.63 in. 11.76 cm
Base: 4.47 in. 11.35 cm
Area: 15.22 in.² 98.17 cm²
Center Fin Height: 4.48 in 11.38 cm
Center Fin Base: 4.37 in 11.10 cm
Center Base Area: 14.55 in² 93.87 cm²
Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0 - FAM1
One of our most popular templates (Al Merrick Duh) along with the Vector 2 Foil, these fins generate MASSIVE speed while releasing off the top.
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 FAM1 Front Fin Size:
Outline: A. Merrick
Height: 4.50 in. 11.43 cm.
Base: 4.50 in. 11.43 cm.
Area: 14.84 in.² 95.72 cm.²
Center Fin Height: 4.29 in 10.90 cm
Center Fin Base: 4.31 in 10.95 cm
Center Fin Area: 13.35 in² 86.13 cm²
Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0 - F4
This is an all around template for small to medium surf. The Vector 2 Foil generates lots of speed, perfect for in the pocket surfing.
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 F4 Fin Size:
Outline: D. Haut
Height: 4.38 in. 11.13 cm.
Base: 4.22 in. 10.27 cm.
Area: 14.22 in.² 91.72 cm.²
Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0 - FJC1
This fin equals drive. The full tip with a medium base allows this fin to do its magic.
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 FJC1 Fin Size:
Outline: John Carper
Height: 4.58 in. 11.63 cm.
Base: 4.37 in. 11.10 cm.
Area: 15.05 in.² 97.07 cm.²
Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0 - FEA
The EA template accompanied by a Vector 2 Foil is perfect for in the pocket surfing. Perfect for medium size waves and powerful surfers.
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 FEA Fin Size:
Outline: Eric Arakawa
Height: 4.57 in. 11.61 cm.
Base: 4.40 in. 11.18 cm.
Area:15.16 in.² 97.78 cm.²
Future Fins Vector 2 Black Stix 3.0 - F8
This is an all around template for small to medium surf. The Vector 2 Foil generates lots of speed, perfect for in the pocket surfing.
Future Fins Black Stix 3.0 F8 Fin Size:
Outline: D. Haut
Height: 4.64 in. 11.79 cm.
Base: 4.47 in. 11.35 cm.
Area: 15.9 in.² 102.58 cm.²
The Future Fins Black Stix 3.0: available in (RTM) Engineered flex

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"Loved Them"
- Newton N., San Diego, CA on the Future Fins - Black Stix 2.0 FAM1 450
Overall Fin Rating: 5
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 161 - 170 lbs.
Surfing Experience: (1 - 10): 6
Home Break: North Torrey Pines
Where did you surf these fins: North Torrey Pines
Wave Height: 2 - 4 ft.
Wave Conditions: Excellent
Misc. Wave/Location Information: N/A
Type of Board: Shortboard
Board Size: 6 ft.
Fin Setup: Thruster
Misc. Board Information: CI Fred Rubble
Other Thoughts: Works just like Futures stated, real fast and loose. Loved them, going to pick up a set!!!
"Lots of Drive"
- Paul P., Diamond Bar , CA on the Future Fins - Black Stix 2.0 FAM1 450
Overall Fin Rating: 4.5
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 161 - 170 lbs.
Surfing Experience: (1 - 10): 7
Home Break: HB
Where did you surf these fins: HB
Wave Height: 2 - 4 ft.
Wave Conditions: Fair
Misc. Wave/Location Information: N/A
Type of Board: Shortboard
Board Size: 5 ft. 8 in.
Fin Setup: Thruster
Misc. Board Information: N/a
Other Thoughts: I really like these fins. They have a lot of drive and its very pivoty. Probably going to purchase the AM after I try the WCT.
"Loved Them"
- Paul C., Puyallup, WA on the Future Fins - Black Stix 2.0 R1
Overall Fin Rating: 4.5
Height: 5'11"
Weight: > 200 lbs.
Surfing Experience: (1 - 10): 4
Home Break: Wake Surfing, the never ending break
Where did you surf these fins: Silver lake Eatonville, WA
Wave Height: 2 - 4 ft.
Wave Conditions: Good
Misc. Wave/Location Information: Axis A22 with 4700 lbs. and wedge down. Listing hard portside, 3.5 - 4 ft. wave, clean with a good push.
Type of Board: Big Guy Shortboard
Board Size: 5 ft. 5 in.
Fin Setup: Twin
Misc. Board Information: Walker project bazooka
Other Thoughts: I liked the speed they gave me and it was very maneuverable, loved them.
"Really Flexy"
- Brandon T., Santa Monica, CA on the Future Fins - Black Stix 2.0 F4 437
Overall Fin Rating: 3.5
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 151 - 160 lbs.
Surfing Experience: (1 - 10): 6
Home Break: Newport
Where did you surf these fins: Venice, Newport
Wave Height: 2 - 4 ft.
Wave Conditions: Fair
Misc. Wave/Location Information: N/A
Type of Board: Shortboard
Board Size: 5 ft. 11 in.
Fin Setup: Thruster
Misc. Board Information: Mayhe, Subdriver
Other Thoughts: Really flexy, if you like that.
"Really Loose, Maneuverable Fin"
- Mathieu W., Irvine, CA on the Future Fins - Black Stix 2.0 FAM1 450
Overall Fin Rating: 4
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 171 - 180 lbs.
Surfing Experience: (1 - 10): 6
Home Break: Newport
Where did you surf these fins: 56th street
Wave Height: 2 - 4 ft.
Wave Conditions: Fair
Misc. Wave/Location Information: N/A
Type of Board: Shortboard
Board Size: 6 ft.
Fin Setup: Thruster
Misc. Board Information: N/A
Other Thoughts: Really loose, maneuverable fin that has a lot of flex. Not ideal for fast sections since they don't have much drive at all. However, turns on the face are fairly effortless.
"Skateboard with Speed Wobbles"
- Anthony D., Santa Cruz, CA on the Future Fins - Black Stix 2.0 F4 437
Overall Fin Rating: 1.5
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 151 - 160 lbs.
Surfing Experience: (1 - 10): 8
Home Break: Pleasure Point
Where did you surf these fins: Moss landing, Sewer Peak Santa Cruz, Marina
Wave Height: 8 - 12 ft.
Wave Conditions: Good
Misc. Wave/Location Information: N/A
Type of Board: Shortboard
Board Size: 6 ft.
Fin Setup: Thruster
Misc. Board Information: 6'0" V4 Tomo Firewire
Other Thoughts: These fins were not solid in the 8-10 foot surf I rode them in. They felt like a skateboard with speed wobbles. They might be better in smaller conditions but the board I have is a step up so they were just a bad fit for my situation.
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