{"product_id":"starboard-tear-drop-us-fin-box","title":"Starboard Tear Drop US Fin Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStarboard Tear Drop US Fin Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStarboard Tear Drop US Fin Box\u003c\/strong\u003e is a replacement fin box for repairing a compatible paddleboard’s centre-fin mounting point. If your existing box is cracked or damaged, replacing it can restore a secure fin connection and help keep an otherwise serviceable board on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also stock the \u003cstrong\u003ered fitting skirt used to mount the box to an inflatable paddleboard\u003c\/strong\u003e. The box holds the fin, while the fitting skirt provides the mounting interface between the box and the board. If you are replacing the complete assembly, check whether you need both components before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck Compatibility Before Ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA US fin fitting does not mean the replacement box will fit every paddleboard.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fin connection and the way the box attaches to the board are separate compatibility checks. Compare the shape, dimensions and mounting arrangement of your existing box before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box is intended for compatible US-box fins. Slide-in fins secured with a retaining clip, FCS fins and Futures fins use different fittings and are not direct replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure, send The SUP Company a clear photograph of your existing fin box, its measurements and your board’s make and model. Include a photograph of the surrounding mounting area so we can help identify whether you need the box, the red fitting skirt or both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitting Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a fin box on an inflatable paddleboard is a bonded repair. Correct alignment, surface preparation and an adhesive suitable for the board and mounting materials are essential. If you are unfamiliar with inflatable-board repairs, we recommend using an experienced repairer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the replacement box is securely fitted and the adhesive has fully cured, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thesupco.freshdesk.com\/support\/solutions\/articles\/80001051105-how-to-fit-a-us-fin-on-your-sup\"\u003eguide to fitting a US fin\u003c\/a\u003e explains how to install the fin itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this the fin or the fin box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the mounting box that holds a compatible centre fin. It is intended for fin-box repairs, rather than replacing a lost fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the red fitting skirt for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red fitting skirt is the mounting component used with the box when fitting it to a compatible inflatable paddleboard. We also stock this part; please check the components you are ordering if you need the complete mounting assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill it fit every Starboard inflatable paddleboard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not assume compatibility from the brand alone. Check your board’s existing box shape, dimensions and mounting arrangement, as these can vary between models and years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it to convert a slide-in fin system to a US fin box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a direct slot-in conversion. Changing fin-box systems requires assessing the board’s mounting surface, removing the existing assembly where necessary and bonding a suitable replacement in position. Contact us with photographs before ordering parts for a conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Starboard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54679589912909,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/Starboard-us-fin-box-tear-drop-001_ecbd213e-ea93-44cd-a289-3d15d0c284f1.png?v=1788786302","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-tear-drop-us-fin-box","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}