First time out this year

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[cool][#0000ff]It is all a matter of being able to transfer energy (kick) into propulsion. There are several factors at work. The length and stiffness of the fin blade is one issue. Smaller and stiffer...such as the fin you were using...requires more energy to go further and it beats you up. The boot foot waders are also likely a part of the problem. If you are sitting down inside a tube...rather than higher in a toon or inflated seat pontube...more of your leg will be in the water and you will be using a "flutter" swimming kick rather than a vertical push kick. That requires more flexibility in the ankles than you are able to get from a supportive boot foot.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]For anybody planning to utilize fin power alone, without oars or motor, it is better to have stocking foot waders and longer and more flexible fins. You will enjoy the day more and will suffer less that night.[/#0000ff]
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