Fins for SCUBA? What is the best these days??

[Nemrod]

The problem with FF Pros, since I actually have some, is that you really cannot perform the full range of kicks with them compared to the Jet or Avanti. FF Pros will not frog kick at all, they don't back up well either but they are an efficient fin for a flutter kick, just lack maneuverability compared to more conventional paddle fins.

I bought my FF Pros back in about 94. I used them quite a bit and recently eBaited them. I simply could not use them efficiently for photography, with my Jets or my Avanti, I can lock myself in the water, with the floppy split fins or FF Pros, no way, simply no precision with them, the blade folds under to easily which is why I cannot "lock" myself stationary like I can with Jets/Avanti etc.

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[NC Wreck Diver]

I have become a real fan of ScubaPro Seawing Nova's.....

Scubapro Seawing Nova Open Heel Fins

Lightweight with the control and alternate kicks of a paddle and the stress free feel of a split.....

ScubLab: Fins - SCUBAPRO Seawing Nova | Scuba Diving Magazine

Hope this helps......M

I really like my Nova's too. First new pair of fins since '85. Feels like my old reliable Mares Avanti's

 

[NC Wreck Diver]

There are no fins that are too heavy for traveling. One type may be heavier than another, but none of them are heavy. The bottom line is if you have a great pair of fins use them. Nothing contributes more to dive enjoyment than fin selection. I'd rather lighten my other luggage than not travel with my fins.

+1 on this post. I use my Mares Avanti's for any travel diving in a wetsuit, and my Nova's in a drysuit.

 

[oldnotdead]

There are no fins that are too heavy for traveling. One type may be heavier than another, but none of them are heavy. The bottom line is if you have a great pair of fins use them. Nothing contributes more to dive enjoyment than fin selection. I'd rather lighten my other luggage than not travel with my fins.

I agree, I travel with my Bio Fins and value the comfort.OND

 

[brendankiely]

As mentioned by others the Scubapro Seawing Nova are great.

Alternatively I can recommend the Atomic Aquatics Split Fins "Smoke on the Water"

 

[SnorkelLA]

I'll stand out from the crowd here and put my vote in for Hollis F2s, basically Hollis' spin in the Jet Fin, made with monoprene with standard spring straps, can't get any better than that. Supposedly they are clones of Jets but CRAZY light


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