Aqualung Express SS Open Heel Dive Fins
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Aqualung Express SS Open Heel Dive Fins - Blue/White / S (Small) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
Looking for a high-performance fin that will enhance your diving experience? Look no further than this Italian-made fin with an innovative armadillo hinge design. The grooved material on the top of the foot not only adds durability but also absorbs energy from each kick, releasing it at the end of the kick cycle for a more powerful and efficient swim.With Spring Straps included, you can easily slip these fins on and off, making them perfect for quick and convenient use. Whether you're a beginner or experienced diver, these fins are sure to take your underwater adventures to the next level.Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a top-of-the-line diving accessory that is not only functional but stylish as well. Invest in these fins today and experience the difference for yourself!
Features
Features
- Armadillo Power: Our Armadillo Hinge at the blade base absorbs energy on the downstroke and releases it on the upstroke, providing a power boost with every kick.
- Secure Spring Strap: The sturdy, padded spring strap keeps the fin snug on your foot, ensuring a great fit and protecting your heel from abrasion. Finger loops allow for easy on/off, even while wearing thick gloves.
- Full-Pocket Design: Enjoy high comfort without the need for booties. Full-pocket fins provide increased perception of your kick's effect on the water. The foot pocket is made of soft material with varying elasticity for comfort and efficiency.
- Hydrodynamic: Rubber side ribs channel water down the length of the fin to reduce drag and maximize the efficiency of your kick.
- Reduced Strain: With the fin's mid-foot flex joint attaching the blade to the side of the foot pocket, energy transfer is aided, and strain on your ankles and toes is reduced.
- No-Slip Sole: The underside features an excellent grip to reduce the risk of slipping on deck.
Specifications
Specifications
- Style: Open Heel Foot Pocket
- Open Heel: Yes
- Power Technology: Yes
- Spring Straps: Yes
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between open-heel and full-foot fins?
Open-heel fins have an adjustable heel strap and are worn with dive boots, which protect your feet on shore entries and add warmth. Full-foot fins slip on like a shoe against bare skin or a thin sock, and are typically lighter and easier to pack. Most scuba divers choose open-heel fins with boots, while full-foot fins suit warm water, snorkeling, and pool use.
How should scuba fins fit?
Open-heel fins should be sized around the boots you will actually wear, snug with the strap set so your heel stays seated and your foot does not slide forward in the pocket. Full-foot fins should fit like a firm shoe, with no heel lift, no pinched toes, and no gap that lets water pump in and out. Too loose causes heel blisters and lost fins in current, and too tight causes foot cramps.
Should I buy dive boots before fins?
Choose your boots first and size open-heel fins around them, because sole thickness changes the foot-pocket size you need. A thin warm-water boot and a thick cold-water boot with a rugged sole can easily be a fin size apart. If you already own fins, bring them along when you buy boots so you can check the combination.
Are spring straps worth it?
Spring straps replace the adjustable rubber strap with a stainless spring that stretches on and off, so there is nothing to buckle with cold or gloved hands and no rubber strap to perish and snap mid-dive. They hold constant tension, which many divers find more comfortable and consistent. They are sized rather than adjustable, so match the length to your foot pocket and the boots you dive.
What are the best fins for travel?
For travel, length and weight matter most, so shorter blades and travel-specific open-heel or full-foot models pack more easily and save baggage allowance. Some fins have removable blades or compact foot pockets designed for luggage. Pack fins along the outside walls of your bag, where they also act as protection for softer gear.
What is the difference between paddle and split fins?
Paddle fins use a solid blade that transfers power directly, which many divers prefer for precision, control in current, and non-flutter kicks such as the frog kick. Split fins have a slit down the blade that lets water pass through, which generally makes flutter kicking easier on the legs but gives up some control and works less well with other kick styles. Neither is inherently better, so let your kick style, leg strength, and conditions decide, and try both if you get the chance.
How do I care for dive fins?
Rinse them in fresh water after each dive day, paying attention to buckles, springs, and strap channels where salt collects, and dry them out of direct sunlight. Store them flat or hanging from the foot pocket rather than standing on the blade tips, which can take a permanent bend. Check straps, buckles, and any screws before every trip, since a failed buckle is the most common fin problem.
