pescador775
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Freediving, I've used long fins for over twenty years. However, recent tests published by Scubalab have aroused an interest in two relatively new types of swim fin, the Oceanic Caribe and the Mares Avanti-tre. My informal testing has convinced me of the worth of these two full foot models. They are energy efficient and more suited to someone of "mature" years, like me, (G). I can really scoot along and dive deep with either of these models, and the maneuverability has been a big help while spearfishing in tight quarters. My one reservation is that these fins are extremely light weight. I've always used weighted fins, Sporasub mainly. The Oceanic is not adaptable to weights but, due to their design, I felt it worthwhile to experiment with the Mares Avanti-tre. Below is the result. I haven't tested the weighted version yet but plan to do so within the week.
Basically, this is a modified Mercury weight kit manufactured by Sporasub. I mounted them with plastic backing plates normally used to hold the replaceable blades on their long fins. The plates were changed a bit by drilling for use of #10 machine screws and nuts. The aft end of the weight is controlled with a small length of seizing wire threaded through two small holes in the foot pocket and secured to the weight bracket.
If the idea shows merit, or not, I'll report back here shortly.
Basically, this is a modified Mercury weight kit manufactured by Sporasub. I mounted them with plastic backing plates normally used to hold the replaceable blades on their long fins. The plates were changed a bit by drilling for use of #10 machine screws and nuts. The aft end of the weight is controlled with a small length of seizing wire threaded through two small holes in the foot pocket and secured to the weight bracket.
If the idea shows merit, or not, I'll report back here shortly.
