I am struggling to understand the mechanics and benefits of most asymmetrical designs. Why is the toe side tail extended and heel side shorter? Should there not be more volume on the heel side to make it a bit more stable, and less on the toe side to utilize the power and control that is already there? Also, why is there more volume on the nose on some asym’s?
Asym fin placement and rail edges make a bit more sense to… But I just can’t wrap my head around the distribution of volume.
I don’t think anyone can give you any kind of explanation or answer to your question. But I would think that you will get a fair amount of “mumbo jumbo” science and hyronamics from “Asym” afficianados .
Interesting. You don’t suppose there are any benefits to certain asym designs?
Asymetrical boards have been around since the 60’s so they must have some validity.
Here’s a link to an article about ayms:
https://wavelengthmag.com/asymmetrical-surfboard/
and a video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vo78M3UhRVo