06-11-2006, 10:15 PM
[cool][#0000ff]At this stage of the game, I would not advise running out and buying several pairs of fins to try. Practice technique and learn the movements. Then you can better evaluate whether or not you need more flex or more "power".[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The choice of fins is a personal thing, just like picking a rod, reel, line, lure, etc. And, just like those things, it will ultimately be based upon what works best for YOU and what you are most comfortable with.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have used probably 20 or more kinds of fins over the years. I have settled on the Mares Plana Avanti divers fins for a variety of reasons, which I cover in several past threads. Mostly I like the balance between flex and stiffness, and the soft foot pockets. I also like the instant adjustablity and the comfortable heel straps.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]There are quite a few reasonably priced fins that work for either diving or tubing. If you know others who have different kinds of fins, see if you can go along and try what they are using to see if it works for you. Some dive shops have reasonable rental rates to try their fins for a weekend.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Good to hear that you were at least catching some fish. That makes any trip better.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The choice of fins is a personal thing, just like picking a rod, reel, line, lure, etc. And, just like those things, it will ultimately be based upon what works best for YOU and what you are most comfortable with.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have used probably 20 or more kinds of fins over the years. I have settled on the Mares Plana Avanti divers fins for a variety of reasons, which I cover in several past threads. Mostly I like the balance between flex and stiffness, and the soft foot pockets. I also like the instant adjustablity and the comfortable heel straps.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]There are quite a few reasonably priced fins that work for either diving or tubing. If you know others who have different kinds of fins, see if you can go along and try what they are using to see if it works for you. Some dive shops have reasonable rental rates to try their fins for a weekend.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Good to hear that you were at least catching some fish. That makes any trip better.[/#0000ff]
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