i am learning to scuba dive and want to know what would be the best fins to use?
Depends on the type of diving you are going to pursue, and how much time you are going to spend diving. Your dive center should be able to recommend the proper set of fins. If you are going to be a resort diver – you will be going on a dive vacation maybe once a year – then don’t spend $200 on a pair of fins. If diving is quickly becoming your passion, and you dread those extended surface intervals that we call "life", then you will want to focus on a higher quality, specific set of fins. For pure efficiency, less effort, I would recommend a manufacturer dealing in split fins – they really DO work, adding about 25% greater speed/efficiency to your propulsion – resulting in reduced air consumption. The price ranges from $150-$300, depending on manufacturer and where you purchase the fins. If you are going to get involved in overhead environments (caves, wrecks) you may consider a traditional-style fin with less crevices and protrusions to get hung up on. If un-decided, then you’ll want to aim for a pair in the $75-$100 range, cause this won’t be the last pair that you’ll be buying. Don’t buy scuba gear from any of the box stores, since that’s not scuba gear they are sellin’. Hope this helps out.
Depends on the type of diving you are going to pursue, and how much time you are going to spend diving. Your dive center should be able to recommend the proper set of fins. If you are going to be a resort diver – you will be going on a dive vacation maybe once a year – then don’t spend $200 on a pair of fins. If diving is quickly becoming your passion, and you dread those extended surface intervals that we call "life", then you will want to focus on a higher quality, specific set of fins. For pure efficiency, less effort, I would recommend a manufacturer dealing in split fins – they really DO work, adding about 25% greater speed/efficiency to your propulsion – resulting in reduced air consumption. The price ranges from $150-$300, depending on manufacturer and where you purchase the fins. If you are going to get involved in overhead environments (caves, wrecks) you may consider a traditional-style fin with less crevices and protrusions to get hung up on. If un-decided, then you’ll want to aim for a pair in the $75-$100 range, cause this won’t be the last pair that you’ll be buying. Don’t buy scuba gear from any of the box stores, since that’s not scuba gear they are sellin’. Hope this helps out.
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First off, you’ll probably want adjustable fins, as opposed to the full-foot variety. Adjustable fins are meant to be worn with booties, so they offer more foot protection when you’re walking to and from the dive site. Also, they tend to keep your feet warmer, fit a bit snugger, and are usually stiffer.
If you are just learning, I’d recommend that you don’t spend too much money at first. Ask your local dive shop for good recommendations. I’m sure they will be happy to help you find something that’s perfect for you! 🙂
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