Choosing The Right Fins

Choosing your Fins

The best fins for scuba diving are neither too short (like swim fins) or too long (like free diving fins).

How to fit your fins

If your toes feel cramped then this is not good as it means that you will probably cramp up in the water. You don’t want the top of the fin pocket to come too high up your instep as this could rub. With full-foot fins, try them on and then stand up and go onto your tiptoes, if your heel stays in pocket then the fins won’t fall off in the water. Open-heel fins need to feel as if they are holding the foot and boot in the pocket. If you waggle your foot from side to side and can feel you foot slopping about inside the pocket then you need to get a smaller size. If your foot feels snug but you have more than an inch of your heel sticking out of the back then the fin is too small.

Full-Foot  Fins vs Open-Heel Fins

Full-foot fins encase your whole foot heel and all. They are designed to be worn with barefeet or light socks at the most. They are best for snorkeling and warm water diving. Open-heel fins are the most common for scuba diving. They are worn over dive boots. Your feet are warmer and more protected as you walk in and out of the water or along the shore.

Split Fins vs Paddle Fins

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Paddle fins are the oldest type of fin. Some people say that paddle fins give them better maneuverability in the water.

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