# fin
Hand made fin
Homemade fins
Making fins is easier than making surfboards.
It is also a fun process if you work at a leisurely pace.
There are two main methods.
- wooden
- FRP laminate
Both have their advantages and disadvantages, and there is also the option of buying commercial fins.
How to install fins on a surfboard
If you make your own fins, glassing them on is less expensive because you don’t have to buy a fin box.