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FLASHSALE
The way a Lovemachine engages with a wave comes down to what you thread into the fin box. Ryan Lovelace's shapes aren't built around generic templates; their nuanced contours, refined rails, and flowing outlines demand fins that actually understand the design language beneath your feet.
We've stripped away the trial and error to isolate the optimal setups across the lineup. Below, you'll find a visual index of Lovemachine models, followed by a detailed breakdown for each: three recommended fins, the precise conditions or style they're Best For, and the mechanical Why behind the pairing.
Consider this your baseline for fine-tuning.
Love Machine Surfboards
FM
Inspired by the forgiveness of the ThickLizzy and the 3D roll of the v.Bowls, the FM takes those trusted foundations and throws them into hyperdrive. Built to roll seamlessly onto rail, project powerfully out of turns, and flow effortlessly across the wave face—from punchy pockets to clean walls.
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⭐ Recommended — 7'0" and up
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace FM Twinzer
Best for: Larger boardsDesigned specifically for longer FMs, providing extra hold, drive and stability while preserving speed and glide.
⚡ Recommended — 6'9" and under
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Twinzer
Best for: Mid-length & shorter FMsKeeps shorter FMs fast, lively and responsive with excellent projection.
🌊 Playful surfing
True Ames - TA Twinzer
Best for: More playful surfingA looser Twinzer setup with easy pivot and plenty of speed.
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GT
Neutral outline, fast vee–double–single bottom and 70/30 down rails. The GT balances freedom and control, delivering acceleration, pop and a skatey feel that makes every wave more fun.
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🌊 All-around performance
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Twinzer
Best for: All-around performanceBalances drive, hold and release.
⭐ Recommended — Looser feel
💧 Drawn-out lines
True Ames - Mandala Twinzer
Best for: Drawn-out linesSmooth flowing arcs with strong projection.
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Zambal
A high-performance fish alternative built for pure speed and flow. Wide, flat and lightning-fast, with a double concave and single induction zone that deliver paddle power, effortless lift and serious momentum through flat sections.
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🌊 Everyday surfing
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Twin
Best for: Everyday surfingBalanced speed, drive and predictable release.
⭐ Performance twin
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Pedestrian Ship
Winner of the 2024 STAB Electric Acid Test. A hybrid performance fish by Ryan Lovelace — sleek lines, narrow swallowtail and a distinct character built for high-speed flow and explosive release.
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🌊 Everyday use
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Twin
Best for: Everyday useIdeal balance of speed, drive and smooth rail engagement.
⚡ Smaller or punchier surf
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Burner
A versatile performance midlength that combines paddle power and glide with shortboard responsiveness. Subtle single concave, refined outline and predictable rocker — one board for a wide range of conditions.
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🌊 Everyday setup
⭐ Single-fin feel
True Ames - Greenough 4A 6.5 + Side Bites
Best for: Single-fin feelSingle-fin glide with added hold.
⚡ High-performance
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T.Rev
Ryan Lovelace's iconic performance design for Trevor Gordon. Flat rocker, vee–double–single concave and pulled-in round tail deliver effortless speed, powerful drive and explosive rail-to-rail transitions in quality surf.
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🌊 Everyday performance
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Quad
Best for: Everyday performanceBalanced quad with projection and hold.
⭐ Maximum drive
True Ames - Lovelace Piggyback Quad
Best for: Maximum driveMore powerful through longer turns.
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Thicklizzy
A refined modern mini-glider blending Santa Barbara point break style with contemporary performance. Clean lines, effortless trim-and-glide feel, and more responsiveness than traditional shapes in its category.
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⭐ Standard recommendation
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Thicklizzy 8 + Side Runners
Best for: Standard recommendationDesigned specifically for the Thicklizzy.
Also in smoke + smoke side runners
🌊 Smooth style
True Ames - Skip Frye 8.5 + Side Runners
Best for: Smooth styleClassic glide and trim.
💧 Fixed side fins
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Thicklizzy 8.5
Best for: Boards with fixed side finsMore stability and hold.
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Evening Star
Between the ThickLizzy and the FM, the Evening Star delivers FM bottom contours, a pronounced spiral vee and mellow continuous rocker. Smooth carving, effortless trim and surprising speed in small to medium waves.
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🌊 Twin configuration
⭐ Single-fin configuration
True Ames - Skip Frye 8.5
Best for: Single-fin configurationClassic trim and glide.
⚡ Single-fin — more flex
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TWRP
A refined evolution of the underground WRP design. Twin-fin setup with a vee–single–spiral–vee–flat bottom contour for smooth rail-to-rail transitions, exceptional drive and confident hold in demanding conditions.
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🌊 Everyday performance
True Ames - Ryan Lovelace Twin
Best for: Everyday performanceBalanced speed, drive and release.
⭐ More drive
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Rabbit's Foot
A finless EPS/epoxy shortboard built for raw speed and technical challenge. Extremely light and buoyant, it skates, slides and carves in ways traditional boards simply can't. Fast, unpredictable, and seriously fun.
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Fin setup
Finless — No fins needed
The Rabbit's Foot rides completely finless. Control comes entirely from rail drag and body positioning — choose your stance (Regular or Goofy) and learn to use the rail as your guide. It's a different kind of surfing that will change the way you read waves.
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Not sure which board or fin is right for you?
Browse the full Love Machine collection or get in touch with our specialists — we're here to help you find the perfect setup for your surfing.
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