Sporasub Revolution Fins

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There is constant innovation being carried out on all kinds of scuba diving equipment, with better, faster, safer and cheaper gear being introduced in to the market with every passing year. One such company that has done some out-of-the-box thinking in fin design is Sporasub, a French company specializing in Spearfishing equipment, but has come [...]

Underwater Finning and Kicking Techniques For Scuba Diving

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When we first start scuba diving we don’t put too much thought into how we kick underwater to propel ourselves. As long as we’re moving in the direction we want, divers just sort of kick their way around forgetting the finning tips first taught to them by their open water certification instructors. However, with time [...]

The Progression Of SCUBA Gear From Then To Now: Fins

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In our last gear related post, we dived straight into the History of SCUBA Diving & saw the basic Evolution of modern SCUBA Gear as we know it today. Scuba technology since has grown with the times, and scuba manufacturers today are catering to a lot more than just basic functionality. Modern advancements Scuba equipment [...]

Fish Identification Guide: Fish Anatomy (Part I)

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Fish Fins Fins are one of the most distinctive features of a fish and appear in several different forms. Each fin of a fish aids in its maneuverability and the ability to swim. Understanding the types of fins,  makes it easier for scuba divers, or snorkelers identify the variety of fish if they need to [...]

Scubapro Seawing Nova Open Heel Fins

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Scubapro have been constantly innovating newer and more effective scuba diving products and most recently they have outdone themselves with the introduction of their newest creation, the Scubapro Seawing Nova Open Heel Fins. With this new product, Scubapro have tried to make a fin that will provide all the positives of every style of fin; [...]

Top 10 Scuba Fins

ScubaPro Jet Fins

Rated and reviewed by thousands of loyal LeisurePro customers as well users on the popular review site Buzzillions.com, we’ve compiled a list of the Top 10 Scuba Fins, all available at LeisurePro.com with a best price guarantee. 1.  ScubaPro Jet Fins The ultimate Jet Fins made from high-quality rubber. The Jet Fin was original and [...]

SCUBA Gear: Split Fins Vs Paddle Fins

Split Fins Vs Paddle Fins

You’ve probably already heard divers everywhere debate the efficiency of Split Fins vs Paddle Fins. Some say the Splits are no good in currents but offer ease and good propulsion in calmer water whereas paddle fins offer greater propulsion and finer control and feel. While it all boils down to a matter of preference and [...]

SCUBA Gear: What to Look for When Buying Scuba Fins

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Your choice of scuba fins will depend on what type of diving you do as well as your location. One thing for certain is that your fins must fit properly. If your dive fins do not feel as if they are an extension of your limbs, it could make for an uncomfortable dive experience. Featured [...]

A Cool Twist to Fins- Amphibian FlipFins from Omega Aquatics

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The convertible fins from Omega Aquatics came as a breath of fresh air, solving the mobility issue we’ve previously faced with conventional fins…

World Record Broken As Massive Shoal of SCUBA Divers Outnumber Fish

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Have you ever been on a dive where you look out not too far away into the distance and see a massive shoal of barracuda’s, jacks, fusiliers or other variety of fish give you that feeling of being small and insignificant in their world? Well, that’s exactly the kind of feeling some fish off the [...]