From Quattros...Atomics, Jets and Turtles...

[MudDog]

I've had my XL Quattros for 5 years...great fins but I have found they require more effort...particularly in currents and surface swims, than others experience.

I had been thinking about trying a set of Atomic Split Fins but have recently re-thought going with a set of Turtles or Jets. My first set of fins (back in the 80s) had been Rockets...not exactly a "low torque/effort" fin (make my Quattros feel more effortless).

I had sort of ruled out the Turtles and Jets thinking they were similar to my old Rockets when I recently read somewhere that they (Turtles and Jets) performed very differently (from Rockets). Is this so?

I normally dive dry and have a size 13 rock boot...this might rule out the Jets (pocket too small?). Would the Turtles and/or Jets be a less effort/less ankle torque fin?

While trying someone else's would be great, I have not found anyone from whom I could do this...so I'd really appreciate hearing other people's thoughts/experiences.

As an aside question...can anyone say if the Atomic Split Fins are stiffer than the Bio Fins or how they compare...any preferences?

Thanks very much!

 

[Boogie711]

The new XXL Jet Fins should fit a size 13 Rockboot without any problems. Their foot pocket is comparable to an IDI Turtle. Leisurepro has them in stock now for $62.

 

[MudDog]

The new XXL Jet Fins should fit a size 13 Rockboot without any problems. Their foot pocket is comparable to an IDI Turtle. Leisurepro has them in stock now for $62.

Thanks Boogie711.

How do the old Jet Fins compare to the Turtles performance wise? Which do you prefer and why?

Thanks!

 

[Boogie711]

I haven't had a chance to dive with the new XXL Jets, but they're supposedly identical performance wise to the old XL's.

You might want to try a search - there have been a few threads about them.

 

[Diver0001]

I haven't had a chance to dive with the new XXL Jets, but they're supposedly identical performance wise to the old XL's.

oh well...... as long as your expectations aren't too high you should be able to get used to it then. :cheeky:

R..

 

[Boogie711]

Huh?

 

[Diver0001]

Never mind. It was a failed attempt at a joke. I actually had a set of jetfins once (given to me) and ended up giving them away. They were too heavy too stiff and a little short on power for my liking.....at least with my old gear. Some people seem to like them and DIR makes any other choice taboo in some circles but I still don't use them.... I tried jets again when I got my new drysuit and still found them a little heavy but more suitable for my new config than the old one except for one thing......they didn't fit the boots......not even close. Maybe the XXL size would fit but I don't need fins anymore. These days I'm using Aqualung Blades II with spring straps and they're perfect....only about 150 grams negative and gobs of propulsion.

R..

 

[Bob3]

The new XXL Jet Fins should fit a size 13 Rockboot without any problems. Their foot pocket is comparable to an IDI Turtle. Leisurepro has them in stock now for $62.

I have a few pairs of XXL Jets coming in (any day now) & will be doing a side-by comparison with Turtles. We'll be using a few different sizes of rock boots, comparing pocket width, depth, etc.

I suppose pics may be in order, eh?

 

[MacLeod]

I have a few pairs of XXL Jets coming in (any day now) & will be doing a side-by comparison with Turtles. We'll be using a few different sizes of rock boots, comparing pocket width, depth, etc.

I suppose pics may be in order, eh?

I would really appreciate hearing what you find. And yes, pictures would be great...thanks.

Now please don't forget.

 

[MudDog]

I would really appreciate hearing what you find. And yes, pictures would be great...thanks.

Now please don't forget.

Bob3, Yes I agree...please let us know your thoughts...thank you.