Hi everyone,

I ought to start by saying MANY thanks to all commentators in this forum as I have learned enormously from your posts.

Here's my question: I have a Mistral Malibu 10'6 X 32, 193lt , single fin SUP. So far I used it for general touring but more recently I have started experimenting with sup-surfing (beach breaks in Greece). I recently acquired a 7-inch FSCII fin (type: 'connect') as it was recommended to me by the vendor for surfing. I am not qualified to comment on whether it is much better from my previous 9-inch fin in the surf, but I have a problem with it concerning getting to the waves (esp paddling upwind) as the board tends to rotate much more than before (hard to keep going straight).

My question is: have I gone too small? What would be the desirable size of a fin for catching waves on this board? My weight is 74kg and the board weighs around 10,5kg. I also have a second 10-inch fin for touring.

Thanks so much!
T