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Desert Keel Fins Set - ST Box

Name: GONG - Desert Keel Fins Set - ST Box
Brand: GONG
SKU: GON25FINTWIFUTDESWHB-S
Price: 55.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

The DESERT keel fin set for Single Tab boxes.

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55€

Type fiberglass

fiberglass

Taille S

S
M
L

Couleur WHITE AND BLACK

Fin Screw Key

Unique

Screw for Futures Fin Box

Poncho Travel Light

BLACK

            0
            -3

  qc 0
  ps -3
  iq 0
  mq 3

The product will be available from June 15, 2026

ref : GON25FINTWIFUTDESWHB-S

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Quality boards conceived in France

Pay in multiple installments

fins-keel Keel
fiber-glass-fin Fiber Glass
single-tab-box Single Tab Box

Details

Board type

Shortboard

Midlength

Longboard

Template

Upright

Neutral

Raked

Aptitudes

Drive

Pivot

Hold

Speed

Program

Description

Program

A versatile keel designed as a balance between classic glide and modern maneuverability.

Overview

The Desert sits at the center of the keel range. It has been designed as a compromise between traditional keels that are very glide oriented and more modern versions that are more maneuverable. Its goal is simple: to deliver a fin that works in a wide range of conditions while preserving the DNA of fish surfing.

Its balanced template combines a generous base to generate drive with a moderate rake that maintains maneuverability. Unlike a very traditional keel, the Desert does not lock the board into a single trajectory. It allows you to draw lines when the wave opens up, but also to adjust your line more easily when the section becomes more critical. The feeling underfoot is stable but lively, with a natural glide that does not sacrifice responsiveness. A reliable all rounder in the range.

Template

Versatile keel template positioned between classic and modern. The rake is moderate, offering a good balance between projection and maneuverability. It allows long drawn lines while still maintaining the ability to turn without excessive constraint.

Base

The base is wide, generating consistent drive and excellent ability to maintain speed in the wave. It ensures good stability in open sections.

Depth

The depth is moderate, allowing sufficient grip without locking the board. It promotes a good balance between control and freedom.

Surface area

The surface is balanced, providing stable support without excess drag. It maintains control while preserving a smooth, gliding feel.

Setup

The twin keel setup is a configuration oriented toward natural speed, projection and stability. Thanks to their very long base and large surface area, keels generate continuous drive that allows the board to accelerate effortlessly and maintain speed along the line.

The feeling is smooth and grounded: the board holds its line, glides naturally and favors long drawn out turns rather than quick direction changes. Surfing is built through continuity, with a consistent line that supports every turn.

This setup is ideal for drawing lines, maintaining speed and using the full length of the wave, with a style focused on flow, glide and wide open turns.

Technology

Our fins are manufactured from solid fiberglass panels, ensuring outstanding strength and long-term reliability. Precision CNC machining from solid material allows for highly accurate shapes that stay true to the original design, delivering smooth, consistent performance in all conditions. This process also makes it easy to develop different templates and fine-tune performance characteristics to suit specific needs.

The same construction method is used across the entire range, guaranteeing consistent flex patterns and feel between models. This proven manufacturing process provides excellent resistance to heavy loads and exceptional durability.

Highly resistant to torsion, impacts, salt water, and UV exposure, these fins maintain their performance over time while remaining easy to maintain and repair when needed.

Technical sheet

Desert Keel Fins Set - ST Box fiberglass / S / WHITE AND BLACK

Buying guide

Who is it for?

The Desert is designed for surfers who want a simple, versatile and easy-to-ride twin. It suits all levels, from beginners to advanced riders. It is ideal for those looking for a fin that works in all conditions without overthinking. It offers a good balance between glide, control and manoeuvrability.

It is the perfect fin for surfers who want a single pair of keels capable of doing everything: gliding, connecting turns, drawing lines and adapting to different waves.

What is it for?

The Desert is a versatile keel, ideal for classic fish and retro-modern twins used in a wide range of conditions. It works well in soft waves where it helps maintain speed, as well as in steeper waves where it allows smooth, flowing turns. It combines glide and manoeuvrability. Perfect for everyday surfing.

What size?

The choice of keel size depends on several factors that work together:

the surfer’s weight
the tail width
the overall volume of the board
the type of waves surfed

A heavier or more powerful surfer will benefit from a larger surface area to maintain control and projection. Conversely, a lighter surfer can slightly reduce the surface area to gain manoeuvrability and freedom under the back foot.

The tail width is also a key factor. Fish boards often have wide tails that generate a lot of lift and natural speed. To stabilise this tail and fully harness that speed, larger keels generally work better. On a narrower fish or hybrid board, a slightly smaller keel will help maintain manoeuvrability.

The overall volume of the board also influences the choice. A voluminous or wide board will require more surface area to remain stable at speed. A more compact or lower-volume board can work with slightly smaller fins.

Finally, surf conditions also guide sizing. In small or weak waves, a larger surface area helps maintain speed and projection. In faster or more hollow waves, a slightly smaller keel can improve manoeuvrability and control through transitions.

In practice, it is about finding the balance between drive, stability and manoeuvrability, depending on the board and the desired surfing style. A large keel favours long lines and natural speed, while a slightly more compact keel delivers a looser and more responsive board.

Equipments

The set consists of two side fins (right and left).

It comes with a fin key for installation.

Delivery

Orders are prepared and shipped quickly: most are dispatched within 24 to 48 business hours.
The delivery time, meaning the transit of the parcel to your address, then depends on the delivery location and the carrier.
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