I know this is a yr old review but thank you.. I am looking to get scuba certified in Caribbean. Was looking at the quarto plus but all I seen was 2016 model so was looking for video on dif. Between std and plus .. came across this vid. and I really appreciated it! So all you said, I would take it this would be a better fin then Quattro plus for scuba certification and then also reef snorkeling and diving? Thank you!
I have the Quattros and they fall off while diving. They are nice and tight, but I feel like the straps are not the best. What aftermarket’s ones did you use?
I'm considering buying them. Wonder how they will compare to my Scubapro Jet sport fins which i love. I can't seem to find the full length of the XL fins...I can only find 40cm blade length...
I think they are in the same ballpark. Both these fins are made for strong legs and swimmers. But I do find them more powerful, so they are more effective
Hello sir, great review. I’ve got a question for you. I am not into scuba diving, just casually freediving and snorkeling. I have found someone that sales a new pair of avanti quattro plus + mares flexa ds 5mm boots for 60€. Basically at this point, 60 eur for this pair of flipper and boots sounds like a bargain to me so I am thinking to buy them and use them for freediving and snorkeling. What are you thoughts? My only requirement is to get a pair of flippers that can propel me powerfully under water so, I have to choose between this kit and a pair of spearfishing diving flippers. What would you advise me to do? If I get the Mares avanti quattros, would those be powerfull enough?
Hi Marius! Sounds like a decent bargain indeed. However I wouldn't recommend getting the quattros exclusively for snorkeling / freediving. They were never designed for that use. You'll most likely find them very heavy to move on the surface. For going down they are ok, but can't really compare to a good pair that's designed for this use. Hope that helps! Andy
@@AquaticImages awesome. Thanks for your fast reply. Taking in consideration my situation, what would you choose between mares volo race and seac motus spearfishing/ mares razor pro ?
if we have the Mares Avanti Super-Channel Open Heel Fin w/Bungee Strap, looking for a fin that might be a bit better in currents. are the excite pro fins similar "work effort" as the quatros (is the excite line the replacement for the quatro and super channel ??) any thoughts would be great. we just got back from St lucia, the currents deemed stronger that Nassau , and our next few trips will be Roatan, Bonaire, Cozumel , then curacao. advanced certified newbs with like 50+ dives. thanks so very much for your time.
Hi Joel, That's an exciting itinerary! I've not tried the super-channels before so I can't make a direct comparison. However the excite pros are considered the best fins in the series, and they certainly have more power than the quattros. Do keep in mind however that fins of these types are designed for strong swimmers. So if that's you then upgrading might make sense. Happy diving!
Hi, was considering buying fins for swim training and using them for occasional snorkelling and underwater hockey sessions. I have tried dive fins before but they were way too stiff for swim training which requires fast kicking and my ankles just could not handle it. Came across these and was interested in getting them, maximizing power isn't really my top priority, more of a balance between the ability to kick fast and power (without it hurting too much), would you suggest me getting these or are there more suitable fins?
Hi, Long fin blades (like these ones) are really not suited well for swimming. For the needs you're describing with fast pace finning I would look at getting a pair of shorter fins designed for snorkeling. Hope that helps
Thanks, well explained! Next time I wold appreciate if you cold look more closely to the standard straps of the reviewed fins.
Thank you
Love it! I used Mares Avanti Quattros when I first got into diving and was looking for a nice trade up. Great content 👏
Thank you kindly! I do love these new fins, makes life easy 😁
Great video!!! I have the same mares excite are grear for snorkeling
Agreed ☺️
Hi, you mentioned third party straps for the avanquatro. Can you tell wich ones? Because i dont like the originals too.
Don't have the link anymore, but found some on eBay
I know this is a yr old review but thank you.. I am looking to get scuba certified in Caribbean. Was looking at the quarto plus but all I seen was 2016 model so was looking for video on dif. Between std and plus .. came across this vid. and I really appreciated it! So all you said, I would take it this would be a better fin then Quattro plus for scuba certification and then also reef snorkeling and diving? Thank you!
In my experience yes, 100% 😊
I love the volo power. Unfortunately they stopped making them and I need a backup. How would you compare the excite pro to the volo power?
They're very different fins, not similar. Think you'll want to keep looking for Volo replacements ☺
I have the Quattros and they fall off while diving. They are nice and tight, but I feel like the straps are not the best. What aftermarket’s ones did you use?
Literally the cheapest crap (only thing I could find in Thailand at the time) and can't say I recommend them sorry.
,how is this comparing too quattro+?
Similar 😊
Great content
Thanks Adrian!
I'm considering buying them. Wonder how they will compare to my Scubapro Jet sport fins which i love. I can't seem to find the full length of the XL fins...I can only find 40cm blade length...
You might find them lighter and more flexible. Equal power perhaps but somewhat different kicking technique. Both are great though 😊
Not expecting a reply a year later, but what do you think of the Scubapro Jet Sports? I find they hurt my feet on a surface swim
thats right,jetfin scubapro kill my legs when swim on surfaces
Do these feel easier to flutter kick than the Quattro's? Less fatigue?
I think they are in the same ballpark. Both these fins are made for strong legs and swimmers. But I do find them more powerful, so they are more effective
Hello sir, great review. I’ve got a question for you. I am not into scuba diving, just casually freediving and snorkeling. I have found someone that sales a new pair of avanti quattro plus + mares flexa ds 5mm boots for 60€. Basically at this point, 60 eur for this pair of flipper and boots sounds like a bargain to me so I am thinking to buy them and use them for freediving and snorkeling. What are you thoughts? My only requirement is to get a pair of flippers that can propel me powerfully under water so, I have to choose between this kit and a pair of spearfishing diving flippers. What would you advise me to do? If I get the Mares avanti quattros, would those be powerfull enough?
Hi Marius!
Sounds like a decent bargain indeed. However I wouldn't recommend getting the quattros exclusively for snorkeling / freediving. They were never designed for that use. You'll most likely find them very heavy to move on the surface.
For going down they are ok, but can't really compare to a good pair that's designed for this use.
Hope that helps!
Andy
@@AquaticImages awesome. Thanks for your fast reply. Taking in consideration my situation, what would you choose between mares volo race and seac motus spearfishing/ mares razor pro ?
@@mariuspoparascu1822 only fins I have experience with are the Mares Volo they're alright :)
@@AquaticImages thanks! I will grab a pair if those then. Keep up with the good work
if we have the Mares Avanti Super-Channel Open Heel Fin w/Bungee Strap, looking for a fin that might be a bit better in currents. are the excite pro fins similar "work effort" as the quatros (is the excite line the replacement for the quatro and super channel ??) any thoughts would be great. we just got back from St lucia, the currents deemed stronger that Nassau , and our next few trips will be Roatan, Bonaire, Cozumel , then curacao. advanced certified newbs with like 50+ dives. thanks so very much for your time.
Hi Joel,
That's an exciting itinerary!
I've not tried the super-channels before so I can't make a direct comparison.
However the excite pros are considered the best fins in the series, and they certainly have more power than the quattros.
Do keep in mind however that fins of these types are designed for strong swimmers. So if that's you then upgrading might make sense.
Happy diving!
what’s your opinion on Volo Race? :)
Didn't get to play with them for too long as one broke quickly... Guess that's my opinion 😅
2:21 volo race?
Correct! ☺️
Hi, was considering buying fins for swim training and using them for occasional snorkelling and underwater hockey sessions. I have tried dive fins before but they were way too stiff for swim training which requires fast kicking and my ankles just could not handle it. Came across these and was interested in getting them, maximizing power isn't really my top priority, more of a balance between the ability to kick fast and power (without it hurting too much), would you suggest me getting these or are there more suitable fins?
Hi,
Long fin blades (like these ones) are really not suited well for swimming. For the needs you're describing with fast pace finning I would look at getting a pair of shorter fins designed for snorkeling.
Hope that helps
@@AquaticImages I see, I'll look for shorter fins then, do you have any recommendations?
@@joesr31 Mares Volo are nice, but it really depends on your preferences
@@AquaticImages great thanks, I'll look them up
I like my yum yum yellow Quattro's.
Hahah, my neighbor just picked up a yellow pair too! I'll tell you what I told her, good luck 😂😂😁
@@AquaticImages I have had them since they originally came out 12-13 yrs ago.