I was on a TFD, which then became the 3DS and it is money. I still ride my 06 version because I like the graphic better than the 07. I may be a little different than most, but I ride it finless, very fun to play on, loose, releases effortlessly off the wake but still tracks ok with the small molded fins. I rode the Covin finless as well and because of the bottom features (or lack thereof) it was significantly more loose, however, it does have a little more pop to it. Slightly ligher as well. With fins on both bear hug the water, but again, the Covin has just a little more pop to it. But the landings were not quite as soft as the 3DS, not bad, but not as feather soft. That may or may not help, but it's a very accurate assesment of both. Covin is slightly faster than 3DS. As for bindings, I will more than likely switch to the Cells. I really liked them, but you will want to demo a pair. They make you ride a little different because they're very stiff and if you move your legs, you get instant reaction with the board vs. your traditional more rubber overlay bindings that may also be stiff in their own way, still bend with ankles a little. I'll keep the 3DS, but possibly get the Cells.
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