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		<title>The best scuba diving fins of 2023</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:20:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Substance, style or streamlining? Here&#8217;s a look at some of the best scuba diving fins &#8211; from entry-level to technical [&#8230;]</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Substance, style or streamlining? Here&#8217;s a look at some of the best scuba diving fins &#8211; from entry-level to technical &#8211; on the market today</h2>



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<p class="has-drop-cap">There is such a broad selection of scuba diving fins on the market that it can be difficult to know where to start looking for the set that is best suited to you, especially if you are about to make your first equipment purchase. An army of web experts will proclaim that only their particular choice of fins is the ‘right’ fin to have, but what feels right to one person may feel distinctly uncomfortable to another.</p>



<p>Fins are about comfort, utility and – very often – style and colour. A diver’s choice of fin will depend on the arena in which they are diving and some fins are better suited to certain types of diving than others. </p>



<p>Here&#8217;s a look at some of the best options for scuba diving fins on the market today. We&#8217;ve split the categories into ‘entry-level’, ‘advanced’ and ‘technical’, but it should be noted that there is a great deal of crossover between those broad descriptions.</p>



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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="75" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/entrylevel.jpg" alt="entry level scuba diving fins" class="wp-image-1339" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/entrylevel.jpg 1000w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/entrylevel-600x45.jpg 600w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/entrylevel-768x58.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>The entry-level category is aimed at those divers who don’t have a great deal of underwater experience beyond their beginner-level certifications. This is the type of fin that is often used during training programmes and as part of the rental gear offered by dive centres. They tend to be basic with little in the way of extra features, and are usually the least expensive.</p>



<p>This does not mean that they are only suitable for novices; indeed, they are multi-purpose fins that would serve many divers well in most circumstances. If you’re new to the market and not certain what to buy, it’s difficult to go wrong with a general-purpose paddle fin.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-aqualung-storm-max-90">Aqualung Storm MAX <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£90</mark></h3>



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<p>Aqualung&#8217;s Storm Max are long fins made from a single material Monprene construction for durability and strength, with an automatically adjusting bungee strap for ease of donning and doffing. Each size has its own colour coding to help distinguish it from other divers&#8217; fins. Aqualung also produces the Storm fin (not pictured), priced between £60-£81, a similar single-material fin which is smaller and lighter in weight but not suitable for use with boots. Travelling divers who enjoy full-foot style fins may like the Storm&#8217;s &#8216;barefoot open heel&#8217; design, but those who dive with boots should go for the Storm Max.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, M, L<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, orange, white, blue and brick (red)</p>



<h6 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-www-aqualung-com"><strong><a href="http://www.aqualung.com/">www.aqualung.com</a></strong></h6>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-atomic-aquatics-bladefin-199-95">Atomic Aquatics BladeFin <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£199.95</mark></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="400" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/aa_bladefin.jpg" alt="Atomic Aquatics Bladefin" class="wp-image-1319" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/aa_bladefin.jpg 1000w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/aa_bladefin-600x240.jpg 600w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/aa_bladefin-768x307.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Atomic’s ‘Power-Loop Monocoque’ means that the top part of the foot pocket is actually part of a single structure which includes the frame rails running the length of each side of the blade. The lower half of the pocket – or ‘Power Plate’ – connected underneath, gives divers what Atomic describes as the feeling that the fin is ‘bolted’ to the foot. Vertical stabilizers on the fin tips keep the blade tracking in the right direction during kicking. The strap and side-clipped buckles rotate 180 degrees and are of the standard ‘pull to adjust’ design.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, M, L<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Blue, yellow, silver, red, pink, purple</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mares-avanti-superchannel-92">Mares Avanti Superchannel <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£92</mark></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="400" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares_sc.jpg" alt="Mares Avanti Superchannel" class="wp-image-1328" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares_sc.jpg 1000w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares_sc-600x240.jpg 600w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares_sc-768x307.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>The Mares Avanti series has some of the most recognisable fins on the market, and there is little to fault them. The various channel designs allow for controlled deformation of the otherwise fairly rigid blade, allowing a higher volume of water to be displaced with every thrust. They will work in pretty much all conditions, and function across all kicking styles. The Superchannel is slightly more compact and a little lighter than the popular Avanti Quattro +, but comes in at a budget price. No-nonsense, rugged and multi-purpose, the Superchannel comes with a rubberised bungee heel strap as standard (ABS buckle versions are still available).</p>



<p><strong>Sizes</strong>&nbsp;S, R, XL&nbsp;<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Blue, yellow, black</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-northern-diver-power-fins-22">Northern Diver Power Fins <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£22</mark></h3>



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<p>Northern Diver&#8217;s Power Fins are a classic twin-bladed design with a soft inner section allowing for independent movement of each blade, generating powerful thrust while remaining highly manoeuvrable. The fins come with an adjustable strap and have proven popular amongst travellers with the pair of L/XL sized fins weighing in at 2.8kg</p>



<p><strong>Sizes</strong>&nbsp;S/M, M/L, L/XL, XXL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Blue, yellow, silver</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Scubapro Go Sport <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£129</mark></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="488" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-go-sport.jpg" alt="scubapro go sport dive fin" class="wp-image-13402" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-go-sport.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-go-sport-600x390.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure>



<p>Scubapro&#8217;s GO series of kit is aimed at the entry-level travelling diver &#8211; lightweight, robust and at the lower end of the price point scale. The Go fins come in three different styles: Go, Go Sport and Go Sport Gorilla. The Go (RRP £74) is, essentially, an evolution of the full-foot-fin with an elasticated bungee but not suitable for booted feet. The Go Sport fulfils this need, with a foot pocket and self-adjusting bungee, plus the blade has been modified for the attachment of &#8216;skegs&#8217; which sit perpendicular to the fin to minimise sideslip, all weighing ad just over 1kg. The new Go Sport Gorilla (RRP £140) is made with a stiffer blade and heavy-duty bunggee but comes at a higher price and larger weight penalty of more than 4kgs.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S/M, M/L, L/XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, white, blue, green, yellow, pink</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-seac-propulsion-s-53-99">Seac Propulsion S <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£53.99</mark></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/seac-pinne-propulsion.jpg" alt="seac pinne propulsion s dive fins
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<p>The Propulsion S is the evolution of Seac&#8217;s popular propulsion, with &#8216;S&#8217; standing for sling-strap over the traditional buckle style of fin. The Propulsion S is a dual-compound fin with an integrated rigid frame, semi-rigid blade and soft-rubber channel inserts that allows for increased water displacement, with relatively wide side-rails to prevent water spilling off the edge of the blade, which is longer than most other paddle fins, at 68cm in the large size. </p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S/M (37-39), M/L (40-42),  L/XL (43-45)<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;white, blue, yellow, black</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tusa-imprex-duo-75">TUSA Imprex Duo <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£75</mark></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tusa-imprex-duo.jpg" alt="tusa imprex duo scuba diving fins" class="wp-image-13404" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tusa-imprex-duo.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tusa-imprex-duo-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure>



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<p>Tusa&#8217;s Imprex Duo features the Italian marque&#8217;s patented 20-degree angled blade design and multi-compound foot pocket, packaged in a dual-material design with reinforced side rails for increased stability. TUSA&#8217;s &#8216;EZ Strap and Buckle System&#8217; is a fairly standard pinch-clip design which allows the straps to be tightened or loosened while being worn, for easy adjustment and removal.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, M, L<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, blue, yellow</p>



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<p>These are fins that have more advanced technical features, often with holes, splits and channels which change the hydrodynamic capability of the fins. They may offer extra thrust, lighter weight or ease of use, but may not be suited to all divers in all circumstances, and are suited to divers with a little more experience underwater, who understand in greater depth how their fins affect their diving. Most of them also look pretty funky.<strong><a href="http://divemagazine.co.uk/Cressi%20Ara%20EBS%20%C2%A3107.99"></a></strong></p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Aqualung Phazer <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£119-144</mark></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="478" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares-phazer-dive-fins.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-13411" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares-phazer-dive-fins.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/mares-phazer-dive-fins-600x382.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure>



<p>The Aqualung Phazer builds on a host of Aqualung technologies, including its &#8216;Wave Rib&#8217; tech which uses a new design of side ribs which &#8216;load&#8217; the energy of every kick to create a powerful kick suitable for beginners and experts alike. The blade uses a tri-material construction for flexibility and stiffness where each is needed, and a new &#8216;Hydro Power Channel&#8217; helps water flow through the blade, increasing efficiency and stability. The Phazer is equipped with a new bungee strap design and heel pad for quick and easy donning and doffing.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, M, L, XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, red, hot lime, petrol/black, white/blue, white/pink</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hollis-f2-115">Hollis F2 <span class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£115</span></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1000" height="400" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hollis_f2.jpg" alt="Hollis F2" class="wp-image-1326" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hollis_f2.jpg 1000w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hollis_f2-600x240.jpg 600w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hollis_f2-768x307.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Hollis is primarily a technical diving manufacturer but the unusual design of the F2 is targeted at all divers, of any level. The fin is injection-moulded monprene, with a short blade for ease of packing and use in tight spaces. The vented blade reduces some of the strain of finning and is designed to accommodate all kicking styles. The steel-spring straps have angled mounts for comfort and have multiple mounting points to ensure the wide foot pockets are a good fit for different styles of boot.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, R, L<br><strong>Colour&nbsp;</strong>Black</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mares-x-stream-179">Mares X-Stream <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£179</mark></h3>



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<p>The latest evolution of the Mares X-Stream fins retains the use of its Channel Thrust and Optimized Pivoting Blade (OPB) technologies. First seen on the older Volo Power model fins, the X-Stream’s blade flexes close to the foot pocket, but with a more enhanced pivot point, designed to provide the wearer with maximum thrust but minimal leg fatigue. The fins are made from three different materials for high elasticity, durability and resistance to wear. The foot pocket is perforated to reduce drag from the ‘parachute effect&#8217;, and the straps and buckles of the original X-Stream have been replaced with bungees.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>XS, S, R, XL&nbsp;<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Blue, pink, red, black, white, yellow&nbsp;</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-northern-diver-coda-dual-v2-137">Northern Diver Coda Dual V2<mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color"> £137</mark></h3>



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<p>Northern Diver&#8217;s Coda Dual V2 fins are designed to deliver high power with less effort &#8211; a balance between lightweight, soft, short split fins and long, stiff blades making the V2 Coda an easy-kicking, high-thrust fin. Semi-rigid panels in the blade provide control over how it flexes during the kick cycle, creating a pair of &#8216;wings&#8217; to provide thrust while reducing drag, with a high surface area for improved directional control. Constructed from heavy-duty thermoplastic vulcanizate, the fins are ideal for Miltary use, yet weigh in at just 2.6kg for a pair.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>M, L, XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-scubapro-seawing-supernova-145">Scubapro Seawing Supernova <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£145</mark></h2>



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<p>Scubapro&#8217;s Seawing Supernova is an evolution of its popular, award-winning Seawing Nova,  awards. It is designed to maximize the thrust of a paddle fin with the ease of use of a split fin. The Nova has an articulated joint around which the blade pivots, and the extra-wide trailing edge adds extra propulsion, while ridges and winglets on the blade channel water in the right direction. It can be used with all styles of kicking, including reverse, and is suitable for the technical as well as the recreational market. The single-material, monoprene construction has been tested to one million kicks with no material fatigue. Grip pads on the heels reduce slip and bungee straps are standard. A stiffer ‘Gorilla’ version is available.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>XS, S, M, L, XL&nbsp;<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, white, yellow, blue, pink, purple&nbsp;</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tusa-solla-89-50">TUSA Solla <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£89.50</mark></h3>



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<p>Tusa&#8217;s Solla uses the same patented 20-degree angled blade design as its Imprex Duo. The Solla has a three-channel blade with a crescent tip to help maximise propulsion, with reinforced side rails and vents along the blade to fine-tune its performance. The foot pocket and blade use Tusa&#8217;s proprietary &#8216;Forcelast&#8217; compound to make the most efficient transfer of energy while kicking, and is secured to the diver using Tusa&#8217;s patented &#8216;EZ-Lock&#8217; strap and buckle system.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>XS, S, M, L/XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, Cobalt Blue, Fishtail Blue, Flash Yellow, Hot Pink, Metallic Red, Pearlescent Pink/White, Light Blue/White, Ocean Green, Rose Pink</p>



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<p>These are fins that are geared towards the technical diving market, which has more stringent demands for fin performance than recreational diving. The material and design may be stiffer, heavier and shorter, so that they can be used in all environments, with all equipment configurations, and with the thickest of exposure suits. This does not mean the fins are only for tech, and many recreational divers enjoy using these fins.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-apeks-rk3-rk3hd-162">Apeks RK3/RK3HD <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£162</mark></h3>



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<p>Designed with and used by the US military and coastguard, the Apeks RK3 is a rugged thermoplastic rubber fin featuring an oversized foot pocket to accommodate drysuit boots, with a spring strap for ease of use. The blades are short, wide and heavy, but vented to reduce resistance, and have grommet holes at either end to fit clips and carabiners to aid carrying them. The HD version is constructed froma higher-density rubber for extra negative buoyancy. The RK3 weighs 1.19kg per fin (in the large size) and comes in a range of colours; the RK3 HD weighs in at 1.4kg, and is available in black, orange or dark grey. Voluminous foot pockets will accommodate all types of boot, but try them out with your own boots before you buy.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, M, L, XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, white, dark grey, orange, yellow, ping (RK3) /black, orange, dark grey (RK3 HD)</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-atomic-aquatics-x1-bladefin-149">Atomic Aquatics X1 BladeFin <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£149</mark></h3>



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<p>Following a similar internal design to the BladeFin, the X1 is shorter and stiffer with rigid, lower-profile side rails to reduce sideways drag, and has been specifically designed to cover all kicking styles – including frog, scissor, helicopter and back-finning – aimed at increasing manoeuvrability in tight spaces, and the overall utility required by technical divers. The foot pocket is taller and roomier to accommodate drysuit boots, and similar vertical stabilizers to the recreationally-oriented BladeFin keep the fin tracking straight. The Atomic EZ-LOK buckle system comes as standard; optional spring straps are also available.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>S, M, L, XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Blue, black, red, yellow, silver</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hollis-f1-f1-lt-165-95">Hollis F1/ F1 LT <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£165.95</mark></h3>



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<p>Constructed from high-grade, heavy-duty rubber, the F1 – aka the ‘Bat Fin’ – is demonstrative of Hollis’s commitment to the technical diving market. The generous foot pockets with multiple angled mounts for the steel spring strap cater for all sizes of boot, although they are some of the heaviest fins on the market. The F1 LT is lighter and shorter, specifically engineered for tight, confined dives, and comes in three different colour schemes, as opposed to the F1&#8217;s singular black.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes</strong>&nbsp;One size<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black (F1); white, yellow, grey (F1 LT)</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mares-power-plana-192">Mares Power Plana <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£192</mark></h3>



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<p>Negatively buoyant and designed from natural rubber, Mares’ heavy-duty tech fin is suitable for all divers, especially those wearing thick exposure suits and drysuits. The broad blade and large sidebars, combined with a length of only 55cm make this a compact, sturdy fin which will suit all kicking styles &#8211; and especially frog kicking. The large vents at the base of the blade help to reduce stress on the ankles and calf muscles, and the full-foot pocket with bungee strap will accommodate most types of boot, although the bungee strap is not adjustable, and may need swapping depending on which size boot is being worn.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes</strong>&nbsp;S, R, XL, XXL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black. grey</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-northern-diver-jet-fin-55">Northern Diver Jet Fin <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£55</mark></h3>



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<p>Northern Diver&#8217;s Jet Fins are made from high-quality rubber, originally designed for the military and commercial diving sectors, where they have been extensively tested in some of the most extreme diving conditions. The Jet Fins are equally suited to wreck, cave and technical diving where shorter fins are preferred, and are available with a clamp style metal buckle or quick-release Fastex strap (subject to availability)</p>



<p><strong>Sizes</strong>&nbsp;M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black. grey</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-scubapro-jet-camo-215">Scubapro Jet Camo <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£215</mark></h3>



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<p>Scubapro&#8217;s Jet Fin was first introduced more than 50 years ago; its distinctive design now recognisable the world over. The rubber construction is renowned for its durability, and the vents reduce drag on the upstroke and provide more thrust on the downstroke. Among the favourites of technical, military and commercial divers, Scubapro&#8217;s Jet Fins are available in the classic black, or the latest white, green and blue camo versions, with steel spring straps as standard.</p>



<p><strong>Sizes&nbsp;</strong>M, L, XL, XXL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black, white/grey, green/blue, blue/white camo</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-x-deep-ex-1-125">X-Deep EX-1 <span class="has-inline-color has-central-palette-3-color">£125</span></h3>



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<p>Tech specialist X-Deep has evolved the traditional vented jet fin design, utilising an advanced polymer instead of rubber which means the EX-1 is not as affected by temperature. X-Deep makes the fin available in hard, medium and soft compounds. The hard is for dedicated technical divers, while recreational divers may prefer the softer compound as they master their finning technique. A neutrally buoyant version will be available for 2018. Foot pockets have been moulded around a variety of boots with a slightly softer compound around the opening to increase feel. Steel spring straps are standard.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Sizes</strong>&nbsp;L, XL<br><strong>Colours&nbsp;</strong>Black</p>



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<p>The advice that’s often given to people buying diving equipment is ‘buy the best that you can afford’, which may be the case for gear such as regulators and exposure suits, but is less true of fins. A high-end regulator will work everywhere, but an expensive set of fins, for reasons of experience and diving environment, may not always be the best choice.</p>



<p>If you are a novice looking to make your first purchase, stick with what you know, and consider that the general-purpose type of fins used as rental gear by most dive centres are basic, inexpensive, hard-wearing, and suitable for all &#8211; which is why the dive shops use them. They may not be perfect, but if you’re not sure where to begin looking, they are a great place to start.</p>



<p>Personal physique, prior injury or age may affect your choice: harder, stiffer and heavier fins may be more powerful, but can be hard on the ankles and calf muscles; others are designed to reduce the effort involved in their use, but there may be a trade-off in terms of a reduction in power. Some claim to make the best of both worlds.</p>



<p>Most fins will cater to the basic up-and-down flutter kick, but some of the more &#8216;advanced&#8217; designs may not be so great for frog-kicking and even less so for back-finning. You will only ever really know by trying, so if you have the chance to dive in a set of finis before parting with your money, go for it.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-open-heel-of-full-foot">Open-heel of full-foot?</h3>



<p>We have only included open-heel fins for use with boots in this article, as most dive professionals would recommend this setup to give you the broadest range of dive possibilities. Traipsing barefoot over hot sand, rocks, broken glass, stinging hydroids and sea urchins is no fun at all, and the waters around even the warmest of tropical islands can be decidedly chilly at times. Boots protect you from the physical environment and offer thermal protection that full-foot fins cannot.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-size-guide">Size guide</h3>



<p>Sizing guides vary between manufacturers. Some will label their products as S, M, L, others as S/M, M/L, L/XL, some have Small, Regular and Large. It depends on your personal shoe size, naturally, but also on the size of the boots you are wearing. As a rough guide, you can expect the following sizes to be relevant, in this table based on a 5mm boot. Buy online if you&#8217;re sure you know what you need, but there is no substitute for a proper fitting at a dive shop.</p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[DIVE Staff]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 15:26:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<p class="has-drop-cap">Introduced at Boot 2023, Scubapro&#8217;s new Supernova high-performance fin featured an innovative two-piece design, enabling the fins to be dismantled for ease of transport, and the German manufacturer has extended the design to its new S-Tek model fin.</p>



<p>Described as a &#8216;purpose-built, next-gen technical diving fin providing maximum power when you need it,&#8217; the S-Tek is constructed of durable Monprene with an &#8216;ultra-streamlined&#8217; profile.</p>



<p>Scubapro claims the S-Tek Fin’s 30º pre-angled blade requires less deflection to achieve the desired angle of attack for an efficient kick, allowing for a stiffer blade without increasing drag, thereby reducing leg cramps and ankle strain without sacrificing manoeuvrability and alternative kicking techniques.</p>



<p>Designed with technical diving in mind, the S-Tek Fin is said to excel at frog kicks, backward kicks, and helicopter turns, plus they capable of producing a high-torque flutter kick.</p>



<p>In addition, a removable stainless steel weight plate system lets divers choose between having a positively buoyant, neutrally buoyant, or negatively buoyant fin.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-s-tek-weight-plate.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-11989" width="563" height="375" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-s-tek-weight-plate.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-s-tek-weight-plate-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 563px) 100vw, 563px" /></figure>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">S-Tek tech diving fin features</h5>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Type: open heel</li>



<li>Strap: marine-grade bungee</li>



<li>Material: monprene</li>



<li>Weight: 2kg (XS) &#8211; 2.7kg (XL)</li>



<li>Removable weight system for fin buoyancy</li>



<li>Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL</li>



<li>Colour: black</li>
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<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-central-palette-3-color has-text-color">MSRP S-Tek tech diving fin: £230</h5>



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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 11:59:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Like all dive gear, there are many different options when it comes to buying your first set of fins, but the decision boils down to some fairly simple questions</h2>



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<p><strong>By <a class='author-byline-link' href='https://divemagazine.com/author/crowley'>Mark 'Crowley' Russell</a></strong></p>



<p class="has-drop-cap">Like all wearable scuba diving gear, the most important feature of your first equipment purchase is that it fits correctly and comfortably. </p>



<p>A poorly-fitting set of fins will be uncomfortable, possibly blister-inducingly painful, and leave you struggling in current, when you need the power most. </p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-buying-your-first-dive-equipment-series">Buying your first dive equipment series:</h5>



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<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-the-basics">Buying your first dive equipment – the basics</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-masks-and-snorkels">Buying your first masks and snorkels</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-wetsuits">Buying your first wetsuit</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-bcds">Buying your first BCD</a></li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Full-foot fins or open-heel with dive boots?</h3>



<p>The first question when it comes to buying fins for scuba diving is do you want full-foot fins, or open-heel fins with booties? </p>



<p>Personally, I recommend open-heel and booties every time &#8211; especially if you&#8217;re new to diving &#8211; because open-heel fins and boots work in all possible locations, whereas full-foot fins are limited to dive spots where you don&#8217;t have to walk over anything painful to bare feet, such as hot beaches, rocks, pebbles, shells, sea urchins, scorpionfish, splintered wooden decks, metal bolts and broken glass.</p>



<p>Open-heel fins and booties protect your feet from all of the above, plus offer a measure of exposure protection in cooler water. The adjustable (or spring-loaded) straps common to open-heel fins also help ensure a close fit regardless of the size and shape of your foot. </p>



<p>Full-foot fins have their uses; some people swear they get more power and &#8216;feel&#8217; from the closer contact between foot and blade, but they are not suitable for all environments and, therefore, not the best option for a first-time purchase if you don&#8217;t know where your future dive career will take you.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/buying-first-scuba-diving-fins-full-foot.jpg" alt="scuba diver wearing full-foot fins" class="wp-image-11637" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/buying-first-scuba-diving-fins-full-foot.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/buying-first-scuba-diving-fins-full-foot-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Some divers swear by full-foot fins, but they are not suitable for all environments (Shutterstock)</figcaption></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-best-fit-is-best-for-dive-fins">Best fit is best for dive fins.</h3>



<p>Like all wearable dive gear, fit is foremost. If your fins don&#8217;t fit they won&#8217;t generate the power you need and may be excruciatingly painful. </p>



<p>It&#8217;s important to try the fins on before buying, and it&#8217;s especially important that you try them on with dive boots, or at the very least, footwear of similarly-sized proportions. </p>



<p>By and large, open-heel fins are made to fit regular foot sizes, but not precisely so. For example &#8211; one manufacturer&#8217;s &#8216;Large&#8217; size may fit a UK size 9-11, or a European 43-46, but the boots may add an extra size to the fitting, so it is important to check, especially if your natural foot size is somewhere near the margins.</p>



<p>Make sure the straps fit your booted feet, which is not as exact a science as it sounds. Some fins come with adjustable straps, others with elastic or spring straps. Elastic and spring straps are quicker for donning and doffing your fins, but may have less overall range to accommodate different sizes of foot and boot. </p>



<p>Adjustable straps may have more room for adjustment but the trade-off is that they are a bit more fiddly and may leave you with excess strap flapping around your ankles.</p>



<p>There&#8217;s no real overall winner except the one which fits and makes you feel most comfortable. Check in the shop. Wiggle your feet. Make sure.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="350" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-dive-fin-strap-designs.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-11638" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-dive-fin-strap-designs.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-dive-fin-strap-designs-600x280.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Three different models of Scubapro fins with (L-R) adjustable, elasticated, and steel spring strap designs (Photo: Scubapro)</figcaption></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Style or substance</h3>



<p>I class fins as &#8216;Entry-level&#8217;, &#8216;Advanced&#8217; and &#8216;Technical&#8217;, and for your first fin, entry-level is almost certainly the way to go. &#8216;Advanced&#8217; fins &#8211; those with splits or bends or extra hydrodynamic power channels &#8211; do not always suit all styles of finning, and your style of finning is something that grows with you as you gain experience. &#8216;Technical&#8217; fins are actually pretty basic, but they are often heavier and require more effort to utilise properly.</p>



<p>For your first dive equipment purchase, a comfortable, bog-standard set of paddle fins is the best choice. They suit all finning styles, which means you can work on developing a technique that suits you, and tend to have a lower price point. They are often used as rental gear by dive schools and will therefore have a measure of familiarity.</p>



<p>If you have the opportunity to try some different fin sizes before making your purchase then this would be ideal. It may well be that one of the more advanced or alternative designs suits you better, but if you&#8217;re not sure where to start then it&#8217;s better to plump for a basic style of fin rather than spend money on something that may not work for you.</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-more-from-dive-s-equipment-guides">More from DIVE&#8217;s equipment guides:</h5>



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<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/the-best-dive-computers">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best dive computers</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/best-scuba-diving-fins">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best scuba diving fins</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/the-best-scuba-diving-regulators">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best scuba diving regulators</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/the-best-travel-bcds">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best travel BCDs</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/prescription-masks-for-scuba-divers">DIVE&#8217;s guide to prescription lens masks for scuba divers</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/underwater-photography/camera-gear/best-action-cameras-for-scuba-divers">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best action cameras for scuba diving</a></li>
</ul>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mark 'Crowley' Russell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 16:05:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">If you&#8217;ve come to a point where you&#8217;re thinking of buying your first dive equipment, there&#8217;s a few questions you need to ask yourself before heading to the dive shop</h2>



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<p><strong>By <a class='author-byline-link' href='https://divemagazine.com/author/crowley'>Mark 'Crowley' Russell</a></strong></p>



<p class="has-drop-cap">Once a scuba diver has fallen in love with the underwater world, it’s natural that they feel the need to purchase their own dive gear – after all, it’s better to have equipment you’re familiar with and not rely on rental gear that has been used and abused by lots of other people.</p>



<p>When it comes to buying your own dive equipment for the first time, however, there are as many pitfalls as there are products, and every discussion about dive gear – one of the most frequently discussed topics on dive boats, around beer tables, and on web forums – comes with a whole world of advice from both dive professionals and know-it-all &#8216;expert&#8217; divers.</p>



<p>You know the type – got all the latest dive bling and knows everything there is to know about everything, even though they can’t actually dive worth toffee but need to let the dive group know that they are superior in every way because they own the most expensive regulator.</p>



<p>Buying dive gear is analogous to buying a car – when you take them back to basics, all cars do fundamentally the same thing: they go, they stop, they turn around corners and have some switches and gauges to assist you when you’re driving.</p>



<p>If you want bells, whistles, auto-sport-mode-tiptronic-go-faster-alloy-wheels-auto-parking-cup-holder fancy pants stuff then fine, but remember that a flash car is not in any meaningful way going to get you to your destination substantially faster than a cheap runabout, neither will it make you a better nor a safer driver. </p>



<p>In fact, until you’ve mastered the basics of driving a car, some of that extra gubbins may well compromise your ability to drive in the first place.</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-buying-your-first-dive-equipment-series">Buying your first dive equipment series:</h5>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-masks-and-snorkels">Buying your first masks and snorkels</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-fins">Buying your first dive fins</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-wetsuits">Buying your first wetsuit</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-bcds">Buying your first BCD</a></li>
</ul>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/full-set-of-dive-gear.jpg" alt="a complete set of scuba diving equipment" class="wp-image-11432" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/full-set-of-dive-gear.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/full-set-of-dive-gear-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Owning a full set of dive kit is great, but it can be pricey &#8211; so is it really necessary?</figcaption></figure>



<p>You also need to take into account the purposes for which you are buying a car. Do you really need one or is it cheaper to use public transport? Are you travelling long distances or just tootling back and forth from work, school and the shops? Do you live in the city, the suburbs or miles away from civilization in the countryside? Is a two-seater sports coupé really appropriate if you’ve got three kids?</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-questions-to-ask">Questions to ask: </h5>



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<li>Where are you going to be diving? </li>



<li>How regularly will you be diving?</li>



<li>Is it more or less expensive than rental gear?</li>



<li>Where will you get it serviced and repaired?</li>



<li>Easy recreational diver or tempted by technical?</li>
</ul>



<p>The same principles apply to dive gear: Will you be diving once or twice per year in the tropics &#8211; where it might be less expensive to rent some items &#8211; or every other weekend in a freezing cold quarry, where you will need specialist cold-water gear? </p>



<p>Are you travelling long distances to your dive destinations? Flying or driving? Are you happy floating about on the reefs or are you tempted by the &#8216;dark side&#8217; of technical diving?</p>



<p>That&#8217;s a lot of questions, but the general rule of thumb for dive gear is to buy to your means &#8211; both financially and in terms of practicality. If money is no object then fill your fins, but if budgets are tighter, then entry-level gear will fulfil the most important requirements of resort-style recreational diving and doesn&#8217;t cost the earth.</p>



<p>Don’t be sold by an over-abundance of features which may be unnecessary for the type of diving you plan to do, and if you&#8217;re still uncertain, stick with what you know &#8211; at least for now &#8211; and buy gear that&#8217;s as similar as possible to the kit you learned to dive with. It&#8217;s basic, inexpensive, will be reasonably familiar, and is virtually bullet-proof, which is why dive centres use those bits of gear in the first place.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Should I buy my dive gear online?</h3>



<p>Definitely not for your first purchase.</p>



<p>Unless you know exactly what you want, then no, you should not. You need to be able to try the equipment on for size and comfort. Wetsuits are an obvious example, but so are items such as BCDs where the size of BCD you need can be substantially different to the size of T-shirt you wear; an masks which may not fit the particular dimensions of your face.</p>



<p>Other products such as regulators need servicing which can only be carried out by authorised technicians, so if you buy a brand that your nearest dive centre can&#8217;t deal with, you may face a large bill having to send it off to somebody who can. </p>



<p>It also helps to get to know the staff at your local shop, who can provide advice and, perhaps, help you find diving clubs and activities in your local area.</p>



<p>Clearly, online ordering is how the world works these days, and with a bit of experience and knowledge then it might be more convenient to get hold of something that your Local Dive Shop doesn&#8217;t stock, or replace a mask you love but have broken. </p>



<p>First time round, however, do it in real life.</p>



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<p>The first and most common purchases are masks, snorkels and fins. They are generally the most accessible and least expensive <a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/buying-your-first-dive-equipment-masks-and-snorkels">so let&#8217;s start there&#8230;</a></p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-more-from-dive-s-equipment-guides">More from DIVE&#8217;s equipment guides:</h5>



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<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/the-best-dive-computers">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best dive computers</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/best-scuba-diving-fins">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best scuba diving fins</a></li>



<li><a href="https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-equipment/the-best-scuba-diving-regulators">DIVE&#8217;s guide to the best scuba diving regulators</a></li>



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		<title>Scubapro Jet Fins now available in camouflage colour schemes</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mark 'Crowley' Russell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:02:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-camouflage-jet-fins.jpg" alt="scubapro camouflage jet fins" class="wp-image-10782" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-camouflage-jet-fins.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scubapro-camouflage-jet-fins-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure>



<p class="has-drop-cap">Scubapro&#8217;s iconic Jet Fins are now available for the first time in camouflage colour schemes</p>



<p>Jet Fins were something of a revolution in scuba gear when they first appeared in 1965 &#8211; the wide, overlapping blade design was the first to channel water through the blade, helping to prevent fatigue, increase thrust and create an efficient fin that is still used today by military, search and rescue, technical, and recreational divers around the world.</p>



<p>The distinctive design of Scubapro&#8217;s Jet Fins set a new standard for strength and durability when they were first launched almost 60 years ago. Today&#8217;s version features a durable, stainless steel spring strap for easy donning and doffing, an eyelet in the fin blade for hanging and storage, and now &#8211; blue/white grey/white and dark blue/green camouflage.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/brent-durand-jet-fins.jpg" alt="scubapro camo jet fins in action " class="wp-image-10781" srcset="https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/brent-durand-jet-fins.jpg 750w, https://divemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/brent-durand-jet-fins-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Available in: </h5>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr><td><strong>Size</strong></td><td>M</td><td>L</td><td>XL</td><td>2XL</td></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr></tr><tr><td><strong>Weight (kg)</strong></td><td>2.38</td><td>2.54</td><td>3.22</td><td>3.27</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h5 class="has-central-palette-3-color has-text-color wp-block-heading" id="h-rrp-scubapro-jet-fin-186-00">RRP Scubapro Jet Fin: £186.00</h5>



<h6 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://scubapro.johnsonoutdoors.eu/fins/fins/jet-fin-w-spring-heel-strap">www.scubapro.com</a></h6>
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