08-12-2003, 11:12 AM
[cool]Hey, loanfish, here is the link to the whole thread on the review of those fins, and some links to some of the discount locations on the web where you can buy cheap.
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If you get the XL size, there should never be a worry about foot room. I wear a size 13 shoe, and my fins hold my foot, two pairs of heavy socks and neoprene foot pocket on my waders...plus a bootie. If you wear a size 10 to 12...even a wide foot...the Large will probably work. Again, it is always best to try before you buy.
Pricey? There are lots of fins on the market for under $50, that will get the job done, and will last many years...unless you donate them to the gods of the deep by not having your straps adjusted right. You can also spend over $300 for exotic diving fins. Not necessary. Those Mares fins usually retail at about $80, but can be found on the internet skin diving shops for under $50. But don't buy anything unseen unless you know exactly what size you need...in what model.
Go ahead and check Sportsmans...and even Wally World (WalMart). They sometimes have fins, but don't buy too cheap. Remember, it is better to spend a bit more than you wanted...than not quite enough.
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If you get the XL size, there should never be a worry about foot room. I wear a size 13 shoe, and my fins hold my foot, two pairs of heavy socks and neoprene foot pocket on my waders...plus a bootie. If you wear a size 10 to 12...even a wide foot...the Large will probably work. Again, it is always best to try before you buy.
Pricey? There are lots of fins on the market for under $50, that will get the job done, and will last many years...unless you donate them to the gods of the deep by not having your straps adjusted right. You can also spend over $300 for exotic diving fins. Not necessary. Those Mares fins usually retail at about $80, but can be found on the internet skin diving shops for under $50. But don't buy anything unseen unless you know exactly what size you need...in what model.
Go ahead and check Sportsmans...and even Wally World (WalMart). They sometimes have fins, but don't buy too cheap. Remember, it is better to spend a bit more than you wanted...than not quite enough.
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