Fold up fins, so you can easily walk into the water

[Teamcasa]

Why not actually respond to what's actually been posted instead of pulling things out of the air?

Specifically?

 

[RJP]

Look at post number 5, Walter. Do you consider that a compliment?

I know I didn't consider it a compliment.



I should have clarified in post #5 that "It seems to be..."

 

[Teamcasa]

I'd be interested in trying them, but I am guessing that they are fairly expensive? What do they tend to RRP at?

I also suspect, like any new product they will get (a) cheaper, and (b) better over time, so I was minded to wait, but I am happy to be persuaded otherwise?

They have come down in price and like many new products they will no doubt make some improvements. That said, if you do a majority of shore or surf entries, these fins are a must, regardless of your flexibility.

 

[treasurehunter]

I use them and really like them.

When I dive the Casino Dive Park on Catalina Island, the entry/exit is a set of concrete stairs. These fins work terrific for getting in and out there. At low tide the exit can be quite exciting but with the Omega Aquatics Amphibian fins it is a cinch. Kind of like Dorothy, I just kick the release on the toe of each fin and walk up. I use and abuse them and they have help up very well for 40+ dives on them so far. They also have a lifetime warranty.

I know of others that use them in the dive park as well, all like them.

I also dive where there are stairs and these fins seem to be cool for entry and exsit.
since you have them i would like to know how they snap in place while diving. Is the locking mechanisim safe in the context that it cannot break while diving and leave you with out fin power.

 

[Teamcasa]

I also dive where there are stairs and these fins seem to be cool for entry and exsit.
since you have them i would like to know how they snap in place while diving. Is the locking mechanisim safe in the context that it cannot break while diving and leave you with out fin power.

The locking mechanisim is a plastic clip that seems very sturdy. I'll snap a few closeup picts and post them.

 

[Gombessa]

They have come down in price and like many new products they will no doubt make some improvements. That said, if you do a majority of shore or surf entries, these fins are a must, regardless of your flexibility.

There are some shore entries around here where fin mobility would be huge advantage; and also a lot of divers in the area who wouldn't touch these fins with a 10-ft pole

I wonder two things: What does it take to lock the fins into "swimming" position, and what does it take to lock it into "walking" position for shore exits? Is it essentially the same movement as reaching down and removing the fins, or is it much easier?

 

[tuner fish]

How much do they cost?

 

[vicdiver656]

I think this thread is going to go the same way as the split fins one! I can't wait to read some of the answers! Anyways, I really don't think you can get a universal opinion on those. It really depends on the preferences of the diver. I would be most worried about the hinges breaking underwater. A broken hinge at 100 feet can be a big problem.

As for me, I continue to remain faithful to the good 'ol ScubaPro Jet Fins!


Just me 2 euros
Taylor

 

[Blazinator]

Good, sound replies Dave. I'll be looking forward to those pics, as I recall looking at their website with the same curiosity on the locking mechanism, and didn't find it, but might not looked long enough.

When I saw those fins, I thought "what a freakin great idea!". I don't know now how someone could criticise something so obviously advantageous without using them. The only potentially bad part would be a poorly designed locking / delocking mechanism, and that is highly unlikely at this stage of the company's existance.

As an inventor myself, I love to find new, innovative ideas that are simply mechanical in nature, where the idea could have existed many years ago*, but didn't, until someone started thinking outside the box (ideas like one-handed ratcheting bar clamps to insulated cookie sheets).


*As opposed to new computors or products made with recent material/technical innovations that stand on the shoulders of recent, prior technology

 

[RJP]

When I saw those fins, I thought "what a freakin great idea!". I don't know now how someone could criticise something so obviously advantageous without using them. The only potentially bad part would be a poorly designed locking / delocking mechanism, and that is highly unlikely at this stage of the company's existance.

The "greatness" of any idea lies in its ultimate execution. To say "the only potential bad part would be poor design" is rather disingenuous. And to suggest that any company is "unlikely" to to come out with a poor design merely becaus they have been around for a while need only look around to see legions of examples of this.

I will qualify my statements on the topic with the clarification that I have no experience with these fins. Further, I'll point out that absent being given a pair for free or loaned a pair it is quite certain I will not ever have any experience with them. I understand that this makes me closed minded, but when it comes to spending my money I prefer to keep my mind closed at least enough to prevent my brain from falling out.