I know there are several of these types of posts. I live in PA, and the dive shops I have visited weren't able to help me with what I'm hoping for. I love visiting these nice people. Actually, the dive shop that I went to in Florida was very similar to the shops in PA.
Most of these shops I have access to are 100% scuba related and do not carry any full foot fins. They mainly carry scubapro products etc which isn't so bad really. They often cost 80-100 dollars more in the shop than on the internet. (not leasurepro) I found a few lakes within 30 miles that are very clear and I have taken snorkeling fins (velocity) as deep as possible. I need more thrust!
When I visit my aging mother in Florida I will not have the luxury to find a free diving friendly shop and then field test the items. I would like to make an educated purchase, test it out where I live, and then go on an adventure. I am athletic, but do not wish to have boards on my feet. I am looking to bridge the gap from 30' to 50'. The description of the Cressi Gara professional sounds like a possible choice, the reviews appear to be excellent. The 2000 HF also seems like a potential choice. The Black Teams sound quite stiff, but are often recommended.
Do you have any advice?
Most of these shops I have access to are 100% scuba related and do not carry any full foot fins. They mainly carry scubapro products etc which isn't so bad really. They often cost 80-100 dollars more in the shop than on the internet. (not leasurepro) I found a few lakes within 30 miles that are very clear and I have taken snorkeling fins (velocity) as deep as possible. I need more thrust!
When I visit my aging mother in Florida I will not have the luxury to find a free diving friendly shop and then field test the items. I would like to make an educated purchase, test it out where I live, and then go on an adventure. I am athletic, but do not wish to have boards on my feet. I am looking to bridge the gap from 30' to 50'. The description of the Cressi Gara professional sounds like a possible choice, the reviews appear to be excellent. The 2000 HF also seems like a potential choice. The Black Teams sound quite stiff, but are often recommended.
Do you have any advice?