FIREWIRE TJ TWINZER Surfboard Review | Mid Length Twin Fin DELUXE - How Does It Surf as a Step-Up?

Taylor Jensen Twinzer Surfboard https://alnk.to/9mpL9MM Stu Kenson Twinzer Fins https://alnk.to/7fsW4D9 Been keen to get on this version of a twinzer for a while. Does it live up to the hype that I've somewhat built for it? Big boards usually go good in small surf - but for bigger waves, does it have enough of 'what's needed' to get the job done? Check out this review to see. Rider Dimensions 175 lbs, 5'10 Firewire TW Twinzer Dimensions 6'8, 21 1/2", 2 3/4", 43.7L What Firewire has to say about it: The Thruster, enhanced. Better transitions and more turns in this iconic design from Stu Kenson & Taylor Jensen. Meet the Taylor Jensen Twinzer, a collaboration between Stu Kenson & Taylor Jensen. An iteration on the iconic design from the San Diegan shaper: this is the Thruster, enhanced. Better transitions and more turns in this iconic design. Stu Kenson on the Twinzer: "I started making Twinzers right after seeing Martin Potter ride one in 1989 at Lower Trestles. Back then, Twins were known to offer more speed and more maneuverability than single fins. These Twins were the foundation for what became Simon Anderson's Thruster. When I watched Martin Potter on a Twinzer that day at Lower Trestles, it was clear to me that a Twinzer setup had potential to become a solid innovation to a Thruster set. About 10 to 12 years ago, I made some design changes to the designs I originally refined in the early 90s, such as updated fin placements, and minor changes through the overall shape of the board. This R&D turned into a game changer. From fishes to eggs, up into midlengths and performance longboards, and now making them into step up big wave boards. One of the other key things about the Twinzer is how well it works in a variety of surf conditions from small junk surf to well overhead powerful surf. And...they work just as well on your backhand as they do on your forehand. Recommended with Firewire Kenson Twinzer Fin Set for best performance. Fin Size Detail (Fin - Height x Base x Area) Rear Twin - 5.25" [133mm] x 4.62" [117mm] x 18.90" [12192mm] Front Canard - 3.5" [89mm] x 2.62" [67mm] x 5.89" [3800mm] Fin Type: Single Tab Compatible with Futures' Fin System Template: Neutral Rear Template: Twin Front Template: Canard Foil: Inside Foil to Flat Fins in Set: Four Fin Configuration: Twin + Canard Construction: Fiberglass Wave Type The Taylor Jensen Twinzer works well in surf 2 to 7 foot, in a variety of conditions. Board Features An innovation inspired by the performance of Thrusters and the desire to make them more fun, functional, and finessed underfoot. Shout ‪@firewiresurfboards‬ for the support and letting me demo the board. Also ‪@Surfline‬ for the footy. Twinzers (expalined by our AI overlords) A twinzer is a high-performance, specialized surfboard design featuring four fins total—two main twin fins with two smaller "canard" fins positioned just in front of them. It is an evolution of the traditional twin fin, designed to offer the speed and looseness of a twinny but with increased control, stability, and hold in steeper, more critical waves. Key Aspects of a Twinzer Surfboard: Fin Setup: It utilizes a twinzer system, which acts to manipulate water flow over the rear fins, allowing for higher performance than a standard twin fin. Performance: They are known for being "locked in" and responding heavily to rider input, allowing for faster, more radical, and tighter turns compared to traditional twin fins. Versatility: While they excel in small to medium waves, twinzers are also used in larger, more powerful surf, often on shapes like fishes, eggs, or even step-up boards. Feel: They provide immediate down-the-line speed, making them a popular choice for intermediate-to-advanced surfers seeking a mix of classic flow and modern, high-performance capability. As an Avantlink & Cleanline Surf Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases on the links in the description. #tjtwinzer #twinzer #surfboardreviews #firewire #firewiretjtwinzer #twinzers #twinfins #surfing #surf #surfers #fish #stukenson #taylorjensen #surfboards #twinfin