Hi Alec, good points! I have 2 sets of fins. The old rockets with spring straps and the modern "perfect" Seac F1 with sling straps. I dive in a Waterproof D1 dry suit. The odd thing is that the old rockets spend a lot more time on my foot! Why? 1) No ankle lead needed 2) I can't feel them through my boots 3) They are so ineffective and do not move much water, so I can dive for hours without getting tired 4) They control well in the water 5) I can take them off when I'm on the heels on a boat ladder :-) But, when I snorkel with neoprene socks then Seac is the winner - and the rockets do not have a chance :-) I think that is the reason why the "worst fins in the world" is still around...
I've just started my Open Water Course here in the UK and your videos have clarified a lot for me. I have my first dive in 6 days. I know nothing can replace experience, but your videos have helped massively. They are so clear, concise and honest. Just wanted to say thank you for the time you put into them.
You are very welcome. I'm glad you starting young and have a long life of experiences to enjoy. Hope my videos have given you confidence and tips to complete your O/W course. Good luck.
Nostalgia is a powerfull thing Alec ,of course it makes no sense to use these fossil fins nowadays ,there are much better fins and much better masks now but for some people is hard to move on. You are an old but modern diver and that is the reason i watch your show.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter I am an old diver too and i used the jetfins in the early 80s for a short time,i trade them for a Mares plana of the time(not the same quality now) and the plana were great.Maybe you can bring the 80s mares plana to your show, they are an 80s classic. Saw them once in skin diver magazine time capsule.
Than you for this one Alec! Hope you're doing fine during these times. It cheers me up to learn and gain some knowledge and experience from you. Keep going!
Well-fitting fins are oh so important. For years I used a set of basic TUSA Imprex fins. They worked doing what I needed them to do. I just accepted the foot pain to be part of the deal. I never realized I was experiencing foot squeeze through the whole dive. I mentioned it to a divemaster and he told me I should never feel that. I should be able to go on multiple dives, and take the fins off after and not notice anything different from my feet. I switched to some good Scuba Pro twin jets with the spring straps and never looked back. The one thing I had to get used to was the feeling that they were going to fall off. Another divemaster told me what's that's called. Comfort. They never fell off of course.
Thanks for sharing Scott. Glad you changed to a foot pocket style that is comfortable dive after dive. Some divers love rocket/jet fins, others don't, but try all types to see what works for you. Remember that after a few decades of aging, you may change the jets for maybe a Sea Nova with a long heel for comfort. More tips coming Scott.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter yeah I got the novas after watching your video and they are so much better than the split fins and others I owned or tried - no more cramps after long hard swims.
Great video Alec! This should be required watching for any new (or no longer new) diver. I think fin fit is glossed over too often by too many dive shops. Thanks again!
I totally agree! Most stores stop at mask and the expensive stuff. Fins that pinch or pull muscles will turn off a diver faster than a fogged up mask (which can be cleared on a dive).
Hey Alec, US Divers made them in one size, but you can get Scubapro Jet Fins in different sizes. For me suits nice combination of large 7mm boots and XL Jet Fins. They are a bit heavy on the surface, but in water I like frog kick with them. Salty water diver. Thanks
Hello Alec. On my course the instructor told us the power from the fin comes mostly from the tip of the fin. Jet and Rocket fins have holes because the manufacturers wanted to add another tip in the middle of the fin, therefore giving twice the power/thrust. They did cover themselves though, by saying it can be tiring using these types, because of the two "tips". Yes, you have a great channel thanks. I enjoy watching you and I love your humour. Thanks to Kevin too! Frank (New Zealand).
I have a extra wide foot and have always had problems finding a comfortable fin, I have found the Scubapro twin jet works well for me,they come in several sizes and have a wide soft foot pocket.
from my point of view a perfect fin would combine the jetfin and the pocket design of the last one in your vid. I personally use only jetfin but you are absolutly right that they are a pain if you do not train for them.
Hi Alec, I can’t tell y’all how many fines I bought for diving as a bigger because I was fitted wrong and even know I still today run 5 miles a day I got a lot of cramps when diving. I’m the same way I don’t care what they look like or color as long as they do the work for me. Take care sir and keep the videos coming pls
Hi Alec, thank you for interesting video. I use the Jetfins with dryduit for a few reasons including weight but also the shape of the fin: short and wide blade makes it easy to operate especially when using frog kick or backward kick. Many modern fins are hard to use for backward kick because of too flexible blade and odd blade angle designed for flutter kick. When the Jetfin is equipped with spring straps instead of the rubber ones, like mine, they are easy to don and doff even in water. I have no plans to change even after 20 years of use. I do have tried more modern ones but for my type of diving haven't found better than Jetfins yet. For warm water diving with wetsuit it is a different story. Jetfins are not the choice.
The original Rocket Fins, now I guess the Scubapro Jetfins, aren't the most comfortable but the Hollis and Apeks versions certainly are. I moved over to Apeks RK3s a few years ago and they meet all your criteria. The foot pocket is foot shaped, the platform extends to the heel and they feel as one with your foot without excessive tightness, very much diagram 3 on your board. They also come in different sizes. The main thing though is that being short and wide they produce good thrust while allowing you to manoeuvre in tight spaces, whether in wrecks or swim-throughs, or indeed when moving about on a RIB or crowded boat. The aspect you didn't mention though is that you don't just need comfortable and powerful fins, they must also suit your muscles and swimming style. My first fins were longer, and I always felt they were quite tiring to swim. It was like riding a bicycle in too high a gear. If your dive shop or centre has the facility I would recommend trying a few different styles before you buy.
I wish more dive shops had in-store pools for customers to test and check what they buy works before leaving. Glad you tried others before picking the ones you like. Thanks for watching Tim.
Alec - I know you're not pushing a brand but what brand were the last set of fins? Took my daughter for her first dive ( in Maui!) and she's hooked. Her only complaint were the fins hurt. For all the reasons you covered here.... Thanks for the great content!
The last fins were Problue split fins (Kevin's actually, he has so much gear). Glad to hear your daughter loves the water, problem is they grow out of gear quickly unless you have another dozen afterwards! If she will use them regularly, get them slight large and put on thick socks or 2 nylon socks. Prevents chapping and lets her feed grow into it and get more use before replacing. There are also nylon slip on socks (see Henderson's site), which are cheaper to replace than good fins. Hope this helps and wish her many years of underwater fun. A.
Nice one Alec. Can you give us advice on breathing control. On my refresher dive I had difficulty controlling my breathing whilst trying to stay neutrally buoyant, I think I ended up hyperventilating - not nice!
Over-breathing is å common complaint and generally is connected to diver health and/or stress. Being comfortable in the water also means leaving a lot of 'gear stuff' behind for the first dives. Check with your doctor for fitness, as for stress, go really slowwwwww. Do everything 1/2 speed and stop anytime you start fast breathing until your back to a normal rate, then resume. Your refresher may have been rushed while your mind was not ready for it and caused the fast breathing. Hope these ideas help get you in the water and enjoying it, not fighting it.
Thanks Alec. Yes, I am sure a lack of aerobic fitness was contributing. Cracking pressure on the second stage might have been a little high, making it a little difficult to get air as well - maybe.
Hey Alec, I love watching your videos! I'm looking to buy a set of twin tanks and I'd love to hear what you think about tank sizes and materials for twins.
I have a pair of Beauchat Jetfins made and sold for only one year 1964 when Scubapro bought the patent. That's right, Beauchat developed the first Jetfin. US Divers Rocket Fins soon followed. Even though I dove with Jetfins for decades I don't think they are the best. I don't think holes and slits add to the efficiency of fins. Split fins work better if you duct tabe over the slits. The last pair of fins you showed us looked great for not only the foot pocket, but also the blade angle. May I have the make and model? Anyway, I love your videos.
The last fin was a ProBlue crown plus. Just pulled it out of the rental bin for the video. See my previous videos on fins for more information before buying.
The dive buddy system is still needed as I read about many accidents that could have been prevented by having a competent diver beside you. Look for a video on that some day soon.
To discuss any of the tec teachings will take up a long time and generate a very lively debate, which I don't want with this video. Google the various DIR or HOG sites and talk with experts who teach and dive these setups. You will have a lot to learn but they can be a fun learning group if this is the path for you.
......... Been using Jet Fins since the late seventies, only have replaced the straps once, they feel a bit heavy after a short period of not being used, about time I tried something else maybe the last type of fin shown in your video, thanks for the info........ Roy U.K. ......
Hi Alec, I've seen fiber wrap composite tanks advertised for scuba use online, albeit not in the most respectable shops. Have you come across something like that yet? I know the technology, I've used them to play paintball with for years, but I haven't seen them in scuba use yet.
Wrapped tanks for paint ball, firemen and such are very popular, on land. However the underwater pressure, salt corrosion and general banging divers due to tanks make these not yet accepted for general diving. Best to avoid until brand name tank makers or gear makers are ready to put their name on wrapped tanks.
NASDA , try-west diving, Oregon, i loved my Scubspro jet fins , KME dry sute , , never thought twice about a different fin , for me it was the right choice, zero visibility commercial, seafood commercial work , entertainment diving , USCG Newport recovery team, sport , i get what your saying , and you have good points , yes for some divers different fins might feel better , Your fins are All your power! in the water column, as you know , they were there with the power i needed all over the Oregon and Washington coastline , its a very fast fin with a straight leg profile and a fast flutter kicking , i have seen meany divers and there under water leg body profile , would not work well with a jet fin , seem more like there trying to crawl on there knees in the water column , anyway keep up your good work with the vids , good to see some old salt dogs still kicking
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter I did under water dive shows on the Oregon coast in a 180,000 gal tank, wolf eels octopus interactions that type of thing showing to hosted crowds. i very much enjoy your work here, your doing all divers a good credit, your sense of professionalism is the type of training instilled in my history also, thank you for your return on post. tim
I'm not sure what you are trying to say here. But the Jet fins are not meant for straight legs, or flutter kicking. Jet fins usually are used by tech dives, and they never flutter kick or straighten their legs.
Hi Alec. Thanks for another great video. I've got a pair of Scubapro Seawing Nova fins which I've had for a few years and really like. I brought them when I used a wetsuit but now I only use a drysuit all year round. I find my feet are sometimes a bit floaty (especially when I put a bit more air in my drysuit when I'm cold). I'm wondering if the airs trapped because I tighten the ankle straps too tight on the drysuit or because my feet are up ?? too high due to the light fins & the air collects there. If I need new fins what ones would you recommend. I appreciate your expert advice & dont want to change find if it makes littledifference Cheers Sarah
Many divers have light/floaty feet in a drysuit. The best fix is to try small ankle chicklet weights. Start light and test them before adding more. Some divers I know use only 1/2 pound per ankle to be perfectly trimmed. Give it a try.
I got some fins the other day, and I got the size the size chart told me I needed. I got extra large fins as I’m size 11.5, and they seem very wide. I haven’t been able to try them out or even wear them with wetsuit boots because I don’t have any. Does this issue usually fix itself when wearing boots or should I change them for a smaller size
It's best before buying fins to either bring or try on your typical dive boots (3mm, 5mm or 7mm) to see how they fit. Size charts are generic and don't take into account your boot thickness. In Canada a 7mm is typical (Kevin takes his south for extra comfort!). So get the book you will use most, try on the fin and stand in them for a bit to see if anything pinches. Change the fins if tight or floppy or ask the store to allow you to do one dive to check. Hope this helps.
I still have a very similar pair of fins from the early 1970’s when I was certified. I believe they were made by US Divers? Not very comfortable but don’t believe you could wear them out and available in any color you wanted as long as it was black!
Hey Alec, great video btw. I have a question that is not related to fins, its about bcds. (Most recent video so thought I’d have a better chance at getting a response. So just recently i purchased a full regulator set, prescription mask, and a bcd (I’m pretty new to Scuba). Specifically I purchased the Scubapro LiteHawk w/ Balanced inflator. Now I understand that this is a good bcd but it is a travel bcd. My question is will a travel bcd be able to handle multiple dives since this will be my main bcd whether its for local diving or abroad? I know its a solid travel bcd but I want to be sure that it will be able to handle countless numbers of dives ( around 30+ dives yearly). I have enough time to exchange the bcd. Thank you and have a great day
If your only concern is durability you should be fine with 30+ average recreation type dives per year. The quality of the BC should not be an issue. If you’re diving in environments where the BC might see more abuse (i.e. wreck penetration and caves), I’d personally opt for a 1000 denier based BC (please no comments on maintaining proper buoyancy in these environments etc, that’s a topic for another day). Once you add the optional weight pockets and other accessories you might want, are you still saving $ over the current Knighthawk equivalent (Seahawk?)? Also, if I’m not mistaken, the litehawk does not have the normal (and quite awesome) scubapro tank strap with metal clasp. The scubapro metal clasp tank strap is one of the the things I love the most about my BC. Of course you can always swap your tank strap in the future if you’d like. Just a few random thoughts. You’ll be fine with the Litehawk, and can always upgrade in the future.
Don't second guess your BCD pick until after several dives. I know many divers across the age spectrum who use similar light and compact BC's on every dive. Others may need more pockets or protection as Kevin says below. Try it and if comfortable and meets your diving profiles, enjoy it.
For my old legs, they work great. I need full foot support and a soft pocket otherwise its cramp time. That's my pick based on decades of diving and using every new fin from the original Churchill's to Sea Nova's. Safe diving Ron.
Not in Tech tips and the RDP has moved into the Vintage Scuba playlist. I may do a video on its evolution but how to use it, sorry no. Dive computers are the standard for monitoring repetitive diving limits.
It is funny Alec, because very few people cover fins on TH-cam. Great video. I think that DiveRite XTs are the best fins on the planet.
I did not know that. Next to a mask, fins make diving actually work.
Hi Alec, good points!
I have 2 sets of fins. The old rockets with spring straps and the modern "perfect" Seac F1 with sling straps.
I dive in a Waterproof D1 dry suit. The odd thing is that the old rockets spend a lot more time on my foot!
Why? 1) No ankle lead needed 2) I can't feel them through my boots 3) They are so ineffective and do not move much water, so I can dive for hours without getting tired 4) They control well in the water 5) I can take them off when I'm on the heels on a boat ladder :-)
But, when I snorkel with neoprene socks then Seac is the winner - and the rockets do not have a chance :-)
I think that is the reason why the "worst fins in the world" is still around...
Thanks for sharing your experiences Soren. That's why I love scuba, so many choices of gear and viewpoints.
Always appreciate how you break things down and share your insights. Excellent job.
Glad you like them!
I've just started my Open Water Course here in the UK and your videos have clarified a lot for me. I have my first dive in 6 days. I know nothing can replace experience, but your videos have helped massively. They are so clear, concise and honest. Just wanted to say thank you for the time you put into them.
You are very welcome. I'm glad you starting young and have a long life of experiences to enjoy. Hope my videos have given you confidence and tips to complete your O/W course. Good luck.
Nostalgia is a powerfull thing Alec ,of course it makes no sense to use these fossil fins nowadays ,there are much better fins and much better masks now but for some people is hard to move on. You are an old but modern diver and that is the reason i watch your show.
Thanks for the feedback. I like that 'old but modern' part.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter I am an old diver too and i used the jetfins in the early 80s for a short time,i trade them for a Mares plana of the time(not the same quality now) and the plana were great.Maybe you can bring the 80s mares plana to your show, they are an 80s classic. Saw them once in skin diver magazine time capsule.
Than you for this one Alec! Hope you're doing fine during these times. It cheers me up to learn and gain some knowledge and experience from you. Keep going!
My pleasure and I'm doing fine. Lots of At The Ranch projects getting done! Hope we all can get back to diving soon.
Well-fitting fins are oh so important. For years I used a set of basic TUSA Imprex fins. They worked doing what I needed them to do. I just accepted the foot pain to be part of the deal. I never realized I was experiencing foot squeeze through the whole dive. I mentioned it to a divemaster and he told me I should never feel that. I should be able to go on multiple dives, and take the fins off after and not notice anything different from my feet. I switched to some good Scuba Pro twin jets with the spring straps and never looked back. The one thing I had to get used to was the feeling that they were going to fall off. Another divemaster told me what's that's called. Comfort. They never fell off of course.
Thanks for sharing Scott. Glad you changed to a foot pocket style that is comfortable dive after dive. Some divers love rocket/jet fins, others don't, but try all types to see what works for you. Remember that after a few decades of aging, you may change the jets for maybe a Sea Nova with a long heel for comfort. More tips coming Scott.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter yeah I got the novas after watching your video and they are so much better than the split fins and others I owned or tried - no more cramps after long hard swims.
What a man of culture you are sir
Thank you sir.
Great video Alec! This should be required watching for any new (or no longer new) diver. I think fin fit is glossed over too often by too many dive shops. Thanks again!
I totally agree! Most stores stop at mask and the expensive stuff. Fins that pinch or pull muscles will turn off a diver faster than a fogged up mask (which can be cleared on a dive).
Those look so much nicer than the ones I had 20 years ago, that is for sure!
Plus light and in many colours. Try some new ones one and see.
Alec, the GOAT, looks as solid as ever love your B channel miss your dive shop videos.You should do a video on how you stay in such great shape.
It's my great wife that takes such good care of me.
Hey Alec, US Divers made them in one size, but you can get Scubapro Jet Fins in different sizes. For me suits nice combination of large 7mm boots and XL Jet Fins. They are a bit heavy on the surface, but in water I like frog kick with them. Salty water diver. Thanks
Sounds like a great setup for your feet.
Hello Alec. On my course the instructor told us the power from the fin comes mostly from the tip of the fin. Jet and Rocket fins have holes because the manufacturers wanted to add another tip in the middle of the fin, therefore giving twice the power/thrust. They did cover themselves though, by saying it can be tiring using these types, because of the two "tips".
Yes, you have a great channel thanks. I enjoy watching you and I love your humour. Thanks to Kevin too!
Frank (New Zealand).
Interesting Frank. In my 50 years in the dive store business, I take anything a manufacture says with an equal part of 'prove it'.
I have a extra wide foot and have always had problems finding a comfortable fin, I have found the Scubapro twin jet works well for me,they come in several sizes and have a wide soft foot pocket.
You must be like Kevin. He takes size 13 wide shoe!. We stand on his feet for a surface interval.
Alec Peirce Scuba 😂 12 wide
The best fins ever made is force fins. They are absolutely amazing
The nice thing about diving is the many choices we have in gear that keeps improving all the time. Thanks for watching.
from my point of view a perfect fin would combine the jetfin and the pocket design of the last one in your vid. I personally use only jetfin but you are absolutly right that they are a pain if you do not train for them.
I have seen divers limp off a dive boat but not want to give up their 'favourite' fins.
You have an awesome channel dude
Hey, thanks Cob.
I enjoy the explanation of things I just take for granted in fin construction.
Glad you picked up something new Bill.
Don't know what it is but always relaxing watching your video's even tho if you allready know the answers :D
Glad you enjoy it!
Hi Alec,
I can’t tell y’all how many fines I bought for diving as a bigger because I was fitted wrong and even know I still today run 5 miles a day I got a lot of cramps when diving. I’m the same way I don’t care what they look like or color as long as they do the work for me. Take care sir and keep the videos coming pls
Thanks Will. More are coming.
Thanks so much Alec, this has really helped me decide what what size I need to get.
Great to hear!
Old man advice with peppered experience! Great advice
Right on! Took 60+ years to be this smart and pretty!
Hi Alec, thank you for interesting video. I use the Jetfins with dryduit for a few reasons including weight but also the shape of the fin: short and wide blade makes it easy to operate especially when using frog kick or backward kick. Many modern fins are hard to use for backward kick because of too flexible blade and odd blade angle designed for flutter kick.
When the Jetfin is equipped with spring straps instead of the rubber ones, like mine, they are easy to don and doff even in water. I have no plans to change even after 20 years of use. I do have tried more modern ones but for my type of diving haven't found better than Jetfins yet.
For warm water diving with wetsuit it is a different story. Jetfins are not the choice.
Thanks for sharing N N. You show that divers need many choices for different divers, gear, and purposes.
The original Rocket Fins, now I guess the Scubapro Jetfins, aren't the most comfortable but the Hollis and Apeks versions certainly are. I moved over to Apeks RK3s a few years ago and they meet all your criteria. The foot pocket is foot shaped, the platform extends to the heel and they feel as one with your foot without excessive tightness, very much diagram 3 on your board. They also come in different sizes. The main thing though is that being short and wide they produce good thrust while allowing you to manoeuvre in tight spaces, whether in wrecks or swim-throughs, or indeed when moving about on a RIB or crowded boat. The aspect you didn't mention though is that you don't just need comfortable and powerful fins, they must also suit your muscles and swimming style. My first fins were longer, and I always felt they were quite tiring to swim. It was like riding a bicycle in too high a gear. If your dive shop or centre has the facility I would recommend trying a few different styles before you buy.
I wish more dive shops had in-store pools for customers to test and check what they buy works before leaving. Glad you tried others before picking the ones you like. Thanks for watching Tim.
Putting the fins on and off reminded me of MR Rodgers. Where is your sweater? Nevertheless well informed video.
I didn't think of that but Mr Rogers was a great man so thanks.
Alec - I know you're not pushing a brand but what brand were the last set of fins? Took my daughter for her first dive ( in Maui!) and she's hooked. Her only complaint were the fins hurt. For all the reasons you covered here.... Thanks for the great content!
The last fins were Problue split fins (Kevin's actually, he has so much gear). Glad to hear your daughter loves the water, problem is they grow out of gear quickly unless you have another dozen afterwards! If she will use them regularly, get them slight large and put on thick socks or 2 nylon socks. Prevents chapping and lets her feed grow into it and get more use before replacing. There are also nylon slip on socks (see Henderson's site), which are cheaper to replace than good fins. Hope this helps and wish her many years of underwater fun.
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Nice one Alec. Can you give us advice on breathing control. On my refresher dive I had difficulty controlling my breathing whilst trying to stay neutrally buoyant, I think I ended up hyperventilating - not nice!
Over-breathing is å common complaint and generally is connected to diver health and/or stress. Being comfortable in the water also means leaving a lot of 'gear stuff' behind for the first dives. Check with your doctor for fitness, as for stress, go really slowwwwww. Do everything 1/2 speed and stop anytime you start fast breathing until your back to a normal rate, then resume. Your refresher may have been rushed while your mind was not ready for it and caused the fast breathing. Hope these ideas help get you in the water and enjoying it, not fighting it.
Thanks Alec. Yes, I am sure a lack of aerobic fitness was contributing. Cracking pressure on the second stage might have been a little high, making it a little difficult to get air as well - maybe.
Excellent vid, thanks.
Glad you liked it!
tx Alec. Great info
Glad it was helpful!
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Thanks a lot again mate .!!!
Any time!
Hey Alec,
I love watching your videos! I'm looking to buy a set of twin tanks and I'd love to hear what you think about tank sizes and materials for twins.
I'll add that to my list of future ideas. Thanks Andre.
I have a pair of Beauchat Jetfins made and sold for only one year 1964 when Scubapro bought the patent. That's right, Beauchat developed the first Jetfin. US Divers Rocket Fins soon followed. Even though I dove with Jetfins for decades I don't think they are the best. I don't think holes and slits add to the efficiency of fins. Split fins work better if you duct tabe over the slits. The last pair of fins you showed us looked great for not only the foot pocket, but also the blade angle. May I have the make and model? Anyway, I love your videos.
The last fin was a ProBlue crown plus. Just pulled it out of the rental bin for the video. See my previous videos on fins for more information before buying.
Alec Peirce Scuba Thanks!
Alec, my feelings on the holes of fins is that they afford less effort and drag on the return kick by creating less turbulance. ( Just my thought).
It may be. Fin makers spend lots on the design of new fins but its you foot comfort and power are the most important factor.
Idea- tape over the holes next time you have a pool session, and see if you notice a difference!
Like your videos, would like your opinion on the dive buddy system
The dive buddy system is still needed as I read about many accidents that could have been prevented by having a competent diver beside you. Look for a video on that some day soon.
What do you think of DIR setup. I’m interested and would like to know the pros and con of DIR and normal recreational setup.
To discuss any of the tec teachings will take up a long time and generate a very lively debate, which I don't want with this video. Google the various DIR or HOG sites and talk with experts who teach and dive these setups. You will have a lot to learn but they can be a fun learning group if this is the path for you.
......... Been using Jet Fins since the late seventies, only have replaced the straps once, they feel a bit heavy after a short period of not being used, about time I tried something else maybe the last type of fin shown in your video, thanks for the info........ Roy U.K. ......
Welcome Roy. My dad was from Kent in the UK so we are almost kin!
Hi Alec, I've seen fiber wrap composite tanks advertised for scuba use online, albeit not in the most respectable shops. Have you come across something like that yet? I know the technology, I've used them to play paintball with for years, but I haven't seen them in scuba use yet.
Wrapped tanks for paint ball, firemen and such are very popular, on land. However the underwater pressure, salt corrosion and general banging divers due to tanks make these not yet accepted for general diving. Best to avoid until brand name tank makers or gear makers are ready to put their name on wrapped tanks.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter Thanks for the info!
NASDA , try-west diving, Oregon, i loved my Scubspro jet fins , KME dry sute , , never thought twice about a different fin , for me it was the right choice, zero visibility commercial, seafood commercial work , entertainment diving , USCG Newport recovery team, sport , i get what your saying , and you have good points , yes for some divers different fins might feel better , Your fins are All your power! in the water column, as you know , they were there with the power i needed all over the Oregon and Washington coastline , its a very fast fin with a straight leg profile and a fast flutter kicking , i have seen meany divers and there under water leg body profile , would not work well with a jet fin , seem more like there trying to crawl on there knees in the water column , anyway keep up your good work with the vids , good to see some old salt dogs still kicking
Thanks Tim. I know of all the diving types (did many myself), but 'entertainment diving'? Not sure what that is but I hope it paid well.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter I did under water dive shows on the Oregon coast in a 180,000 gal tank, wolf eels octopus interactions that type of thing showing to hosted crowds. i very much enjoy your work here, your doing all divers a good credit, your sense of professionalism is the type of training instilled in my history also, thank you for your return on post. tim
I'm not sure what you are trying to say here. But the Jet fins are not meant for straight legs, or flutter kicking. Jet fins usually are used by tech dives, and they never flutter kick or straighten their legs.
Hi Alec. Thanks for another great video.
I've got a pair of Scubapro Seawing Nova fins which I've had for a few years and really like. I brought them when I used a wetsuit but now I only use a drysuit all year round. I find my feet are sometimes a bit floaty (especially when I put a bit more air in my drysuit when I'm cold). I'm wondering if the airs trapped because I tighten the ankle straps too tight on the drysuit or because my feet are up ?? too high due to the light fins & the air collects there. If I need new fins what ones would you recommend. I appreciate your expert advice & dont want to change find if it makes littledifference
Cheers Sarah
Many divers have light/floaty feet in a drysuit. The best fix is to try small ankle chicklet weights. Start light and test them before adding more. Some divers I know use only 1/2 pound per ankle to be perfectly trimmed. Give it a try.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter Cheers Alec I'll give it a go with the ankle weights this weekend
Great video, what fin would you suggest for foot size larger than 14?
XL is about the largest made. Kevin's says his size 13 fit well with a 7mm or thinner boot.
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Thank you very much ❤️ sir
All the best
I got some fins the other day, and I got the size the size chart told me I needed. I got extra large fins as I’m size 11.5, and they seem very wide. I haven’t been able to try them out or even wear them with wetsuit boots because I don’t have any. Does this issue usually fix itself when wearing boots or should I change them for a smaller size
It's best before buying fins to either bring or try on your typical dive boots (3mm, 5mm or 7mm) to see how they fit. Size charts are generic and don't take into account your boot thickness. In Canada a 7mm is typical (Kevin takes his south for extra comfort!). So get the book you will use most, try on the fin and stand in them for a bit to see if anything pinches. Change the fins if tight or floppy or ask the store to allow you to do one dive to check. Hope this helps.
I still have a very similar pair of fins from the early 1970’s when I was certified. I believe they were made by US Divers? Not very comfortable but don’t believe you could wear them out and available in any color you wanted as long as it was black!
Yup, just like the first model T, any colour in black.
THANK YOU 👍
You are welcome!
Hey Alec, great video btw. I have a question that is not related to fins, its about bcds. (Most recent video so thought I’d have a better chance at getting a response. So just recently i purchased a full regulator set, prescription mask, and a bcd (I’m pretty new to Scuba). Specifically I purchased the Scubapro LiteHawk w/ Balanced inflator. Now I understand that this is a good bcd but it is a travel bcd. My question is will a travel bcd be able to handle multiple dives since this will be my main bcd whether its for local diving or abroad? I know its a solid travel bcd but I want to be sure that it will be able to handle countless numbers of dives ( around 30+ dives yearly). I have enough time to exchange the bcd. Thank you and have a great day
If your only concern is durability you should be fine with 30+ average recreation type dives per year. The quality of the BC should not be an issue. If you’re diving in environments where the BC might see more abuse (i.e. wreck penetration and caves), I’d personally opt for a 1000 denier based BC (please no comments on maintaining proper buoyancy in these environments etc, that’s a topic for another day). Once you add the optional weight pockets and other accessories you might want, are you still saving $ over the current Knighthawk equivalent (Seahawk?)? Also, if I’m not mistaken, the litehawk does not have the normal (and quite awesome) scubapro tank strap with metal clasp. The scubapro metal clasp tank strap is one of the the things I love the most about my BC. Of course you can always swap your tank strap in the future if you’d like. Just a few random thoughts. You’ll be fine with the Litehawk, and can always upgrade in the future.
Don't second guess your BCD pick until after several dives. I know many divers across the age spectrum who use similar light and compact BC's on every dive. Others may need more pockets or protection as Kevin says below. Try it and if comfortable and meets your diving profiles, enjoy it.
Alex, do you still like you Scuba Pro Novas?
For my old legs, they work great. I need full foot support and a soft pocket otherwise its cramp time. That's my pick based on decades of diving and using every new fin from the original Churchill's to Sea Nova's. Safe diving Ron.
I personally like my fins a bit heavy. Mainly because of my trim in my drysuit. But great video nonetheless.
Fair enough!
Can you put a link on where to buy the last fins, the problue.. please
Here it is. www.probluediving.com
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter Model # ? ,Thank you
Have you found these fins anywhere ? Model name ? I can barely make out Crown ?
Can you explain RDP table deeply
Not in Tech tips and the RDP has moved into the Vintage Scuba playlist. I may do a video on its evolution but how to use it, sorry no. Dive computers are the standard for monitoring repetitive diving limits.
Thanks...
You're welcome!
Are you insulting the Jetfin? Alec... I'm beginning to think you enjoy trolling the tech community lol
No way Kyle! I loved tec divers in my store, they buy two of everything.
@@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter hahahaha
what's happend to scuba 2000 ?
Still operating and open. Was there today and just got back from shooting videos in the pool and store.