jstamets:
Thank you for your good informed posts. Many times the split/paddle discussion rapidly becomes simply a Republican/Democrat debate.
Using the correct kick style is key for either paddle or split.
When faced with current many divers "open up" their kick using a wide flutter or even wider scissor kick. With most split fins this does not work. A smaller flutter kick, in the slipstream of the divers body will provide plenty of power with less effort.
We developed the stiffer XT model for those divers who prefer or are used to a wider slower kick.
As you said you will now be able to get more out of your split fins: "should the need arise" and you also have a set of paddles on the way. You are good to go.
Thank you for your intelligent post. I'm sure some of the folks lurking about will benefit from the discussion.
Thank you for your good informed posts. Many times the split/paddle discussion rapidly becomes simply a Republican/Democrat debate.
Using the correct kick style is key for either paddle or split.
When faced with current many divers "open up" their kick using a wide flutter or even wider scissor kick. With most split fins this does not work. A smaller flutter kick, in the slipstream of the divers body will provide plenty of power with less effort.
We developed the stiffer XT model for those divers who prefer or are used to a wider slower kick.
As you said you will now be able to get more out of your split fins: "should the need arise" and you also have a set of paddles on the way. You are good to go.
Thank you for your intelligent post. I'm sure some of the folks lurking about will benefit from the discussion.