Couple months back I did a dive with two others, enjoying the pretty fish and colourful coral in the shallows in Cozumel. Gentle drift. Mimimal SM bcd. No fins.
Using a frog kick I stayed with the group and has the maneuverability and comfort to enjoy the dive without ever noticing discomfort or feeling "slow" after I adjusted my stroke. I don't think I set the pace of the dive practically slow. Relaxed dive enjoying the sea life. Even darted ahead a few times to scout for critters.
My backfinning was satisfying, roughly comparable to some fins I've tried.
I won't be trying it with a half dozen cylinders against a strong current but I was surprised how little propulsion is needed for a "typical" dive when streamlined.
Is reducing drag a consideration for you when choosing gear?
Well that's my story.
Cameron
Using a frog kick I stayed with the group and has the maneuverability and comfort to enjoy the dive without ever noticing discomfort or feeling "slow" after I adjusted my stroke. I don't think I set the pace of the dive practically slow. Relaxed dive enjoying the sea life. Even darted ahead a few times to scout for critters.
My backfinning was satisfying, roughly comparable to some fins I've tried.
I won't be trying it with a half dozen cylinders against a strong current but I was surprised how little propulsion is needed for a "typical" dive when streamlined.
Is reducing drag a consideration for you when choosing gear?
Well that's my story.
Cameron