Fin Proportions

[spectrum]

Along the lines of the " best fins to dive dry?? " thread I have a related question.

Diving wet I have a pair of Aeris Velocities, size L-XL. They fit nice, move me along efficiently and I can dive endlessly with no concern of cramping or over exertion. I have nice control and other than not being conducive to the frog kick in like them fine. Being paid in full is an atractive feature as well. I tried a pair of my buddies Jets (L?) and they were nice too.

Now comes November and I climb into my drysuit with bigger boots and I need bigger fins. I got a pair of Aeris Velocities, size XX Large and I do find that they really load up on my legs. If I swim hard I can easily bring myself to a cramp. I suppose I could spend some time at the gym but that's not why I'm posting.

Is there a line of fins that does not presume that a bigger foot implies a stronger diver and has a more constant paddle size?

As an asside has anyone ever tried cropping fins back to reduce the moment arm of an overly agressive fin?

Pete

 

[1_T_Submariner]

I would think triming some off would help. Less surface area = Less force/effort
What would you trim them with?

 

[spectrum]

What would you trim them with?

Some combination of tools including razor knives, shears and an electric carving knife.

 

[ScottB]

CHAIN SAW =)

One of those V8 models...

Or if you're being conservative, Dremel mototool

 

[Steve_Dives]

CHAIN SAW =)

One of those V8 models...

Git r done!

 

[kidspot]

Split fins maybe? not for reducing blade size, but leg strain at least...

With the Jets there is a BIG difference in blade size when you jump from L to XL

Hope you find the perfect fin for ya'

Aloha, Tim