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Hi buddhasummer, That's interesting info on the different size buckles for the XS straps - unfortunately, I don't recall that the LDS ever gave us the large buckles... at least we don't have them in our spare parts box (and we still have our original straps from the Atomic fins)... Also good...

i just bought a pair of Aeris Accels. What I am wondering is: Does starting the flutter and frog kick with the ankle in plantarflexion affect propulsion in any way - for better or worse? Any kinesiologists want to comment?

So I am planning to modify my coldwater 5mm wetsuit boots to use with a brand new set of warm water travel fins by inserting insoles with a 2 inch heel lift to take up space that is normally occupied by my drysuit sock. I am wondering if this will affect the biomechanics of a properly executed...

So no actual diving yet but I am certainly willing to share my fitting experience so far in the hopes it will benefit others looking at the XS size. With my size 6 unisex 3mm warmwater wetsuit boots, I have to adjust the straps to the very last hole (as the second last hole feels too sloppy)...

I also want to purchase a travel fin for our Phillipines trip at the end of this month. We went to our LDS and checked out the Hollis F2's, and yes, it was agreed that the generous foot pocket is better designed for a drysuit rockboot. Unfortunately, they did not sell the Aeris Accels...

Sounds interesting - how many are booked and how many more divers do you need? Is Nitrox available? We won't dive air anymore.

I have been searching the forum and reading other threads but still don't feel like I have any idea what is the right wing for me. I have used a DSS Torus 35lb wing on a single HP100 tank and although I realize it is due in a large part to my poor trim (which I am working on), I noticed that I...

BVickery, I never learned how to swim as a kid and the first time I ever attempted to swim a length of the pool was pretty much after I signed up for my Fundies class and found out that there was a swim test. I had a really bad frozen shoulder a few years ago from impingement syndrome so I...

I have just finished the 4 day course last week with a provisional pass so I am not sure if my vote is really legit as I certainly have substantially adopted the Fundies philosophy but only time will tell if the entire holistic system will stick in it's entirety. I really enjoyed my...

Hooray! So I have found a solution to the Evo3's by putting my custom orthotics (which has a high riigid heel cup) into my Fusion sock. The orthotic has always been a challenge to use as it takes up too much room and causes extra wear and tear on my heel counter of my running shoes... it feels...

Lowdrag, thanks for sharing those tips from your instructor. I am in complete agreement that more practice is the answer but you also have to know WHAT to practice as well ; ) I am 5'1" and ended up getting the DSS small SS backplate and 6 lb bolt weight. I am currently in the process of...

Actually, the Whites Fusion has an adjustable Apeks valve so I anticipate I will be able to open and close it easily (since I can actually reach the valve!) ---------- Post added June 10th, 2013 at 01:20 PM ---------- Thanks for your advice and sharing the link to your thread. It looks like...

RVBldr, Your experience is very similar to mine in that I also shore dive in PNW so I was advised that the slightly larger Evo boot was the better option. My LDS does not keep the EVO of Fusion boots in stock to try on for size so I will have to order the size 6 and hope I can still stuff the...

I have difficulty reaching my shoulder dump valve on my Whites Fusion drysuit. It seems to me that the wrist cuff dump would be an obvious solution. I am just curious as to why this is not a more popular option. Are there significant downsides that I am not aware of?

Hey Lowdrag, Congratz on doing so well with your buoyancy - it sounds like you and your wife did amazingly well in your drysuit specialty course. Your path has been pretty darn smooth compared to my own transition into drysuits. (Personally, I had several interesting FFA's with poorly sized...

I found the Evo boot sizing fairly confusing and was advised to size up to accomodate the MK3 sock and drysuit material so I ended up with a size 7 EVO (I am a Women's size 6). Unfortunately, my left foot is slightly smaller than my right foot and the heel just doesn't lock into place no...

EVO boot 7 with Hollis F1 fins (Regular size fits 7-9) with spring straps adjusted to the tightest position Please see my post if you are interested in more details of my current dilemma ; )

Ocean Quest actually sells all the brands that I mentioned in my post (Scubapro, Apeks, HOG, and Hollis). Jim, thanks for providing your first-hand experience with the HOG brand. I like the fact it seems to be the reg of choice for many active and respected coldwater divers on this forum. It...

Hey Locus, I live in Vancouver and I have also been asking these same questions over at Ocean Quest. I am a coldwater recreational noob but I can share our thought process so far if that is of any help. Backstory: My husband and I are fairly experienced tropical open water divers but we have...

Well, I just did my FIRST dive on a DSS small SS plate and 35lb wing and LOVED it! I am still just learning the proper trim position and so I am definitely challenged in managing and dumping the air bubble. TSandM, do you have any experience diving the 26lb Torus? Just wondering if it is...