Best fins for poor swimmer with bad back

[highlandfarmwv]

Thanks so much for your input. I can't take him to a LDS because he'll say not to buy aanything. so it has to be a gift at the last minute. I did get him a 3mil wetsuit! I ordered those tusa zooms, and I'll see how I do with them in the pool tomorrow. I was thinking maybe those Mor-fins would be good for him. I's sorry to be such a pain with this. i have been begging him to go on vacation with me for 3 years, as I go diving several times a year, and this will be his first time--I want him to like it!!!

 

[gedmondson]

I would also recommend an inflatable snorkle vest. These help make snorkeling effortless and, in my view, safer.

 

[Shaka Doug]

I've been reading this thread and I'd recommend that you go with the Mor-Fins. The worlds most hydro dynamic fin by far. Very easy on the legs and ankles and they move you well too. They come in XXL. I love these fins. It's all I will ever use from now on. They're shaped like a fish because fish are desdigned to move well in the water. Try them for yourself too! They are amazing fins.

 

[FishOutUvH2O]

If you want a relatively inexpensive option try a Churchill MAKAPUU fin ($45-$50). They're most often used by boogie boarders and body surfers, but they also make a great swim fin. They're pretty small in overall length so he could easily stand-up on the bottom with them without getting the tips caught. They come in XL which I believe is for a 13-14.5 shoe size.

Churchill MAKAPUU

 

[diver 85]

I would try something like these....Duo Velocity....sort of 'soft' & easy on the feet(my wife really likes hers)...

Aeris Velocity Duo Split Fins

 

[Gilldiver]

Being on my 3rd back opperation and now having 4 titanium screws and two rods suporting a L4/L5 fusion, go with a neutral boyant fin.

But much more important then any fin, do a search for a cave divers frog kick video.

The standard up and down kick will tend to make him arch his back each way, but the frog kick is very neutral to the lower back and with a good mask and snorkel he should be able to keep his back stable with no twists or arching.

He may not move all that fast in the water, but you can go a long time with the frog kick.

Pete

 

[Shaka Doug]

To the OP:

What did you decide?

 

[wreckchick]

Amazon.com: Sea-Doo Seascooter Dolphin Water Scooter: Sports & Outdoors

This is the perfect thing for him if you don't have the fins yet!

Rachel

 

[Shaka Doug]

Amazon.com: Sea-Doo Seascooter Dolphin Water Scooter: Sports & Outdoors

This is the perfect thing for him if you don't have the fins yet!

Rachel

Hey Rachel!

What's new on St T these days? I lived there from 1985 to 1995 and dove all over. Would like to hear how you're doing!

aloha!