Tech fins?

[WYDT]

Originally posted by Green_Manelishi
XL "JetFins" or "Turtle" fins are only required if it takes an XL
to fit. If a LARGE fin fits then use LARGE.

It is not wise to use a fin that is too large.

True but unless you are very small the XL's should work and the longer blade of the XL is very desirable over the large size (IMHO).

I just bought a pair of "Large" Jetfins for my wife and the difference in size of the fin between the XL and the L is huge!

Some may not realize there's an actual difference in the size of the fin not just the foot pocket.

DSAO!!

 

[Green_Manelishi]

You are correct there is a size difference in the blade HOWEVER,
it makes no sense to wear a fin that is too big for your feet
simply because the blade is larger or *DIR* says XL is the size.

FWIW, I own two pair: a :LARGE for use with wetsuit, and an
XL for drysuit in order to get the fin over the foot-covered-with-
socks-in-a-larger-foot-pocket.

My wide uses MEDIUM. Should she use large or XL simply to
*DIR*? I think not. First off she lacks the leg strength to push
the larger fins, secondly they would flop around like my slippers.

Dive well. Use equipment that is properly sized.

 

[WYDT]

Yes you are correct and I wasn't meaning to imply that everyone should get the XL, I did mention I bought my "wide" the Large size ;^) Interestingly I got them from someone who bought them not knowing the difference then had to go buy another pair... XL.

I was really just trying to point out the size difference (of the fin itself) in the Large vs XL and help someone avoid buying the size large without realizing the XL is the one MOST people want/need.

DSAO!!

 

[Mr Crab]

For a stronger more experienced diver especially one with small feet for their size or strength should where larger fins. The benefits of the larger blade especially in a technical environment, in limited areas where more subtle finning is required the larger fin will perform better than a small one. Weaker divers and or once a year vacation divers should where the fin sized to there foot.

 

[jimholcomb]

Originally posted by Green_Manelishi


.......My wide uses MEDIUM. ......

You trying to tell us sumthin' GM or is that a typo?????

 

[bradymsu]

I realize I'm about to get blasted for saying this, but I strongly recommend Force Fins with a bungee strap. The bungee serves the same purpose the spring strap does on the Jet Fins. Your fins should also be hot pink. Now, let me defend myself....

Jet Fins, long fins, gorilla fins, etc. all provide a lot of power underwater. Force Fins, in comparison, provide less power but greater efficiency. That means if you want to travel 1000', you can do it faster with Jet Fins but use less air with Force Fins. I've found that air consumption is a far more important issue, for me anyway, than speed/power/thurst, etc. If anything, I've found that most divers, including myself, need to slow down underwater.

You'll find that almost all tech divers have black fins so the hot pink fins will help you stand apart. Your fins will be less likely to be stolen. Most importantly, hot pink fins will help remind you to keep your ego in check, not be a know-it-all, done-it-all, and not be so competitive with other divers.

By the way, most divers who have used long fins and then try Force Fins, get turned off early on because they have to re-learn how to kick. Force Fins also slow them down. You'll find though that a diver who learns in Force Fins stays in Force Fins.

 

[Uncle Pug]

Originally posted by bradymsu
I realize I'm about to get blasted for saying this, but I strongly recommend Force Fins with a bungee strap. The bungee serves the same purpose the spring strap does on the Jet Fins. Your fins should also be hot pink. Now, let me defend myself....

If Pink is what it takes to accomplish your objective....
Then Pink is what it should be!

 

[newton]

Originally posted by Uncle Pug
....but I find my Turles backup better that my Jets....

Anyone else notice a difference in reverse gear using different fins?

Until last night, I would have said no. After last night, I must say yes. However, I *still* can't do a very good Frog kick with them, but I suspect it's more to do with me than the fins.

(On that note, my Jets would *barely* backup, and with Turtles I was able to at least move somewhat).


Nate

ps. Uncle Pug, your Turtle recommendation is greatly appreciated!!!!

 

[ninja]

I think that they are probably the best made fin that i have ever used...they variety of kicks and absolute power is SWEET!!!

My Quattros are a sweet second

NINJA

 

[Darian Dunn]

I rented a pair of force fins and will be trying them out in the pool this weekend.
I cannot find a place to rent Scuba Pro Jet fins or Turtle fins in Columbus, Oh (maybe I just don’t know who to call).

We’ll see how they work.

Although I am not Tech trained, I believe, I know how to do the frog kick, back word kick, hellocopter turn. I plan on measuring how far I go on how many kicks and how quickly I can get from one end of the pool to the next. What else do I need to test?

Thanks