Thank you Bob for another great video! I have a couple comments. My original fins I purchased and started scuba with...were jet fins. I loved the heritage and people's overall love for the design and durability. For me...they were great learning and shore diving lakes in Michigan. My issues started with the bulk of them for travel...and the biggest drawback was...the lack of venting in the foot pocket. When trying to remove the fins at the boat ladder in Jamaica....on a rough seas day...it was TERRIBLE!! And...to be honest...dangerous! The Super Novas came out...and I watched some video reviews...I was sold. The abundance of venting in the foot pocket made removal a now non issue. The break down for travel is a great plus!! I just returned from a trip to Cozumel...and the fins were all they were said to be!! Your personal years of experience and insight into the pluses and minuses of gear are priceless! Keep up the great work on videos...it is greatly appreciated!!👍👊👌
Hey Michael ! Thanks for posting your comments and review. Super important that others share their experiences. Just day before yesterday, I had an instructor asking me about fins. What he was doing was to have all his students buy Tech Fins. Of course I asked why ?? He explained he's heavy into tech diving and wanted his students to learn the " _right_ " way to kick. I asked, " _what is the RIGHT way_ ", he replied " _Frog kicking_ ". Hummmm I responded. Now I like Tech style fins, I have a pair of RK3's, but I don't use them all the time. For me fins, wet/dry-suits, masks, BCDs etc. are tools. *If you can,* use accordingly. I drive a small suv, best tool for my daily general needs and uses. Dive gear really should apply the same way. - One doesn't use a college level physics calculator ( do they still use those ?) to teach kindergarteners to add & subtract... Yes I know computers/tablets. _Anyway, hanging on a boat ladder trying to get a fin off is something challenging, especially if the boat is dancing in the waves.. great example Mike !_ Sorry for the wordy reply .. Regards Bob C
| The abundance of venting in the foot pocket made removal a now non issue that is a very good point and the ONLY issue I have with the regular seawing nova (which I really like). Maybe time to drill some holes...
I bought the supernovas from the divers supply store in Atlanta when they first came out. I haven’t had the chance to try them. But will be able to Monday. This video reinforces the excitement to using the fins
Hey Ariel, Very Cool ! I'm excited for you... Everyone that has bought them just raves about their feel and performance. Do let us know what you think after your dives... Regards Bob C
Seriously considering these fins, how do they compare to your other favorites , like the nova gorilla, rk3’s ? Or even the switch pro that you found too stiff?
Hey Chino, For me they are better than my regular or Gorilla Novas, I prefer the RK3 is tight places or pool work. Switch Pro's not so much. Thanks for your question. Bob C
Do you think the super novas give good power during frog kicking even in a current ? Do they feel stiffer or about the same stiffness as the gorilla? Really love my tusa hyflex switch , very easy frog kick , but need to switch to a flutter when in a current for more power :)
I got a set a few weeks ago. Twenty dives later, I like them. Lots of power on the surface, which is great and much needed for towing tired divers and getting where you need to go. My sense is they're not so good for tight spaces and reverse. Too much angle of attack. I hear there's a 'technical' blade to switch out, thingamajig, which I'll probably get eventually. I like these fins out of the box for power. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
The Spacers are located on the fin. If you lift the buckle there are three holes that allow you to adjust the straps giving you "more or less space" for your foot in the foot pocket.
Can you expand on the difference between monprene and monoprene? I can find references to each but no comparison. Is it a flexibility and grip difference? I’m very curious! Thanks!
Monprene® elastomers - Are composed of saturated styrene block copolymer rubbers and thermoplastic olefin resins. Ideal for applications requiring stretch, flexibility and soft-touch feel. Monoprene resin - Is a thermoplastic elastomer, looks and performs like rubber with lighter weight. Grip tends to go to Mono goods.
Thanks for the video! Got the Seawing supernovas recently. Dove with seawing nova gorillas before these. Went with the gorillas instead of the of the normal seawings for better frog kicks with the stiffer blade. Was skeptical about these before I got them, but no problems so far with any fin kick technique. Much easier on the muscles too.
Great to hear Skyler ! I have a set of Orange Gorillas for Ocean diving with students and a pair of Purple SWN regulars. I wear the "Grapes" when I'm working with our Adaptive Diver / Scuba Therapy program we call (The Purple Fins Project) Not a charity. I'm looking forward to diving the new "Supers" soon ! Thanks for your note. Regards Bob C
Great video ! Really amazed with the hybrid qualities incorporated into the super nova. I do own a pair of seawing Nova, which is having great performance in water in strong current, modified flutter kicks and helicopter move, seawing Nova is so manoeuvrable. except that the frog kick which I couldn't master with it. Did 2 consecutive liveaboard safaris in the Red sea last week, with seawing Nova, really satisfied, but after watching your review now I feel like trying out those Supernova fins😂. Keep coming those great videos. Have a great day.
Thanks Udayan for your comments. I'm very jealous of your Red Sea trip, I love to go. You can really see the extra effort in design on the Supers, as they say "proof is in the pudding". Not really sure who said that though... Regards Bob C
Really informative video, well done with more content on the SuperNova fins than even a dive shop sales person would give or possibly know. That’s why I follow this channel, great stuff, I’ll replace my ScubaPro Jet fins.
Thanks Lukas, I'm waiting on a pair of XL for some dives we have planned on the weekend of 17-18 Dec. I'll do a follow-up video after those dives.. Regards Bob C
hi and thanks for great video as the previous ones.. I have Go sport and I do only recreational diving, and never faced currents.. do you think I can stick to Go Sport even with some current situations? if not , which one I should go for " regular NOVA " or "supper NOVA".. thanks again
Hi Ahmad, I too own the Go Sports BUT when I dive the ocean I shift to my Novas Gorillas. I have both Regular Novas and Gorillas. The Sports, for me, just don't give me the thrust I'm after out there. My Regulars (Purple) leave a little to be desired so I usually go to the Orange Gorillas... I'd get the Supers and yes, I have a pair of Supers coming in.. Thanks for watching and your question. Regards Bob C
I have these fins and I can honestly say I love them. I really appreciate the holes in the foot pocket. I struggle getting fins on and off and those holes makes us so easy. When you want to just leisurely cruise you can do it with any kick. When you want power to really move and move fast you just kick harder. I’m still new to diving, but I’ve used these fins in 7 dives so far and they’ve held up great. Really an amazing fin. I don’t regret the high price tag of $300 dollars at all.
I'd be concerned that over time the connectors could get loose and risk coming out during a dive. Also seems hard to find individual components for this "modular" system. Is the open heel suitable for barefoot as the Go Travel is?
@@Daniel_MegapteraI know that. But what I am asking is if the open heel pocket is suitable for barefoot the way the Scubapro Go Travel is, which lets go dive without boots but still have the bungee strap. I've always had issues with the heel of full foot fins tearing. SP will usually replace but that doesn't help when you're on a LB in Asia. And again, I haven't found just the blades for sale.
Hi Bob! I am so late to this video! I am going to be getting my OW certification soon, yay! I was looking at getting the Seawing nova but now I saw this video and am wondering which one do you think would be better for a beginning diver?
If you go with the Super Novas you will likely never want another fin. They are good, look kinda funny but really good fins ! If you have the choice go Super ... Bob C
Excellent presentation as always Bob!! When I bought my Scubapro Go Sport fins a couple of years ago, I was so impressed with them that I put away all of my others fins and not use them at all since then (Mares Quattros, Aqua Lung, etc.) and now that I got my Scubapro SuperNovas few months ago, I put away the Go Sport and been using the Supernova exclusively in all of my diving since I got them. Awesome very capable fins. Can be used for technical as well as recreational diving. My only complaint is that the XL size they have in the SuperNovas can barely fit my size 11 boots. I don't think that they will fit bigger size boots or big drysuit boots. I hope that Scubapro will come out with size XXL foot pockets for these fins.
Thanks BM ! Oh wow, well I sure hope the XL's will fit my 12 boots. I use a 6mm boot but not the hard soled ones. I also have a pair of the Akona self draining boots I'll take along and see how they work out too. Thanks for your comments, I'm sure lot's of folks will read them. Regards Bob C
I have the XL Super Novas and have been diving with a size 12 Henderson soft soled 6mm boot. The sizing pin is in the middle position. For me...they are fitting perfectly.
@@michaeldolanch613 I am using thick soled boots and they fit in the XL but no room for anything bigger. It isn't the bungee length, it is the fin pocket size.
@@BurhanMuntasser I understand. I don't currently don't do any drysuit diving. Now I'm curious of an XXL...to. If they develop one..good news...we will only have to purchase half a fin.
just deployed to Guam and on my weekends I've been out snorkeling thank you for your video it helps I might just have to buy the good ones and bite the bullet on this next paycheck because once I'm out in that water it will be well worth it getting to and from shore faster
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I have used my Super Novas about 10 times so far and they are an amazing fin. Definity worth the money.
Excellent James, Looks like another happy SUPER owner. Thanks for your comment. Regards Bob C
Hey Bob- This video could’ve been titled “DUD or STUD”
Too Funny Keeferdog ! Love it, mind if I use that ? Regards Bob C
Thank you Bob for another great video! I have a couple comments. My original fins I purchased and started scuba with...were jet fins. I loved the heritage and people's overall love for the design and durability. For me...they were great learning and shore diving lakes in Michigan. My issues started with the bulk of them for travel...and the biggest drawback was...the lack of venting in the foot pocket. When trying to remove the fins at the boat ladder in Jamaica....on a rough seas day...it was TERRIBLE!! And...to be honest...dangerous! The Super Novas came out...and I watched some video reviews...I was sold. The abundance of venting in the foot pocket made removal a now non issue. The break down for travel is a great plus!! I just returned from a trip to Cozumel...and the fins were all they were said to be!! Your personal years of experience and insight into the pluses and minuses of gear are priceless! Keep up the great work on videos...it is greatly appreciated!!👍👊👌
Hey Michael ! Thanks for posting your comments and review. Super important that others share their experiences.
Just day before yesterday, I had an instructor asking me about fins.
What he was doing was to have all his students buy Tech Fins. Of course I asked why ??
He explained he's heavy into tech diving and wanted his students to learn the " _right_ " way to kick. I asked, " _what is the RIGHT way_ ", he replied " _Frog kicking_ ". Hummmm I responded.
Now I like Tech style fins, I have a pair of RK3's, but I don't use them all the time.
For me fins, wet/dry-suits, masks, BCDs etc. are tools. *If you can,* use accordingly. I drive a small suv, best tool for my daily general needs and uses. Dive gear really should apply the same way.
- One doesn't use a college level physics calculator ( do they still use those ?) to teach kindergarteners to add & subtract... Yes I know computers/tablets.
_Anyway, hanging on a boat ladder trying to get a fin off is something challenging, especially if the boat is dancing in the waves.. great example Mike !_
Sorry for the wordy reply .. Regards Bob C
| The abundance of venting in the foot pocket made removal a now non issue
that is a very good point and the ONLY issue I have with the regular seawing nova (which I really like). Maybe time to drill some holes...
I bought the supernovas from the divers supply store in Atlanta when they first came out. I haven’t had the chance to try them. But will be able to Monday. This video reinforces the excitement to using the fins
Hey Ariel, Very Cool ! I'm excited for you... Everyone that has bought them just raves about their feel and performance.
Do let us know what you think after your dives... Regards Bob C
how do you like them?
Seriously considering these fins, how do they compare to your other favorites , like the nova gorilla, rk3’s ? Or even the switch pro that you found too stiff?
Hey Chino, For me they are better than my regular or Gorilla Novas, I prefer the RK3 is tight places or pool work. Switch Pro's not so much. Thanks for your question. Bob C
Do you think the super novas give good power during frog kicking even in a current ? Do they feel stiffer or about the same stiffness as the gorilla? Really love my tusa hyflex switch , very easy frog kick , but need to switch to a flutter when in a current for more power :)
Had my SWSN fins for the last 5 dives and absolutely love them.
Excellent Tim, I have a pair on order, hope they get here soon. Thanks for your comments. Bob C
I got a set a few weeks ago. Twenty dives later, I like them. Lots of power on the surface, which is great and much needed for towing tired divers and getting where you need to go. My sense is they're not so good for tight spaces and reverse. Too much angle of attack. I hear there's a 'technical' blade to switch out, thingamajig, which I'll probably get eventually. I like these fins out of the box for power. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Chris for your comments and being a channel viewer. I'd stay you pretty much spot on ! Regards Bob C
Got em.- Bought at your shop- Tx
Thanks David, please give us your impressions when you can ! Regards Bob C
You mention spacers. Can I use them for the supernovas as well? If yes what exactly are they, what are they called, and where do I get them?
The Spacers are located on the fin. If you lift the buckle there are three holes that allow you to adjust the straps giving you "more or less space" for your foot in the foot pocket.
Can you expand on the difference between monprene and monoprene? I can find references to each but no comparison. Is it a flexibility and grip difference? I’m very curious! Thanks!
Monprene® elastomers - Are composed of saturated styrene block copolymer rubbers and thermoplastic olefin resins. Ideal for applications requiring stretch, flexibility and soft-touch feel.
Monoprene resin - Is a thermoplastic elastomer, looks and performs like rubber with lighter weight.
Grip tends to go to Mono goods.
Great video! I will probably buy these based on your information. Thank you, Jack
Glad it was helpful Jack... Regards Bob C
Thanks for the video! Got the Seawing supernovas recently. Dove with seawing nova gorillas before these. Went with the gorillas instead of the of the normal seawings for better frog kicks with the stiffer blade. Was skeptical about these before I got them, but no problems so far with any fin kick technique. Much easier on the muscles too.
Great to hear Skyler ! I have a set of Orange Gorillas for Ocean diving with students and a pair of Purple SWN regulars. I wear the "Grapes" when I'm working with our Adaptive Diver / Scuba Therapy program we call (The Purple Fins Project) Not a charity.
I'm looking forward to diving the new "Supers" soon ! Thanks for your note. Regards Bob C
I do own a supernova Fin and it is an awesome fin, however it does NOT have a lifetime warranty.
You are correct, only the Nova has a Limited Lifetime warranty, the Super is two years. Thanks Bob C
Just wondering how does the supernova fares for doing tehnical finning like frog kicking, helicopter finning and back finning?
How much stress do these put on your legs? I'm 65 now and have very average strength legs. Thanks so much.... Chuck
The Supers can be pretty stiff, the standard Novas might be a better choice. Bob C
Do they float?
Positive Buoyant ... Thanks for the question. Bob C
Great video ! Really amazed with the hybrid qualities incorporated into the super nova. I do own a pair of seawing Nova, which is having great performance in water in strong current, modified flutter kicks and helicopter move, seawing Nova is so manoeuvrable. except that the frog kick which I couldn't master with it.
Did 2 consecutive liveaboard safaris in the Red sea last week, with seawing Nova, really satisfied, but after watching your review now I feel like trying out those Supernova fins😂.
Keep coming those great videos.
Have a great day.
Thanks Udayan for your comments. I'm very jealous of your Red Sea trip, I love to go.
You can really see the extra effort in design on the Supers, as they say "proof is in the pudding". Not really sure who said that though... Regards Bob C
Really informative video, well done with more content on the SuperNova fins than even a dive shop sales person would give or possibly know. That’s why I follow this channel, great stuff, I’ll replace my ScubaPro Jet fins.
Thanks Much Rays ! Best Regards and Happy New Year Bob C
I'm sold
Very Cool Thanks Mark.... it really makes my day when you folks watch the Vids and take time to write a few words ! Regards Bob C
Excellent 👌👍 Presentation Bob! Definitely they are going to be my next fin!
Thanks Lukas, I'm waiting on a pair of XL for some dives we have planned on the weekend of 17-18 Dec.
I'll do a follow-up video after those dives.. Regards Bob C
I have those fins and enjoy them. Much more c on for table than my atomic aquatic fins I was using for a couple months prior.
Thanks Phil O, I always enjoy hearing what piece of gear divers move from to another piece of gear and why if possible. Regards Bob C
What is the difference between the super nova and the nova?
Dale, The Super is a completely different Fin. The looks are similar but there's a lot of changes to the Nova. Good Idea for a video ! Thanks
Any idea of the buoyancy of the super nova?
Daniel, See the new video... your answer is included. Bob C
hi and thanks for great video as the previous ones.. I have Go sport and I do only recreational diving, and never faced currents.. do you think I can stick to Go Sport even with some current situations? if not , which one I should go for " regular NOVA " or "supper NOVA".. thanks again
Hi Ahmad, I too own the Go Sports BUT when I dive the ocean I shift to my Novas Gorillas. I have both Regular Novas and Gorillas.
The Sports, for me, just don't give me the thrust I'm after out there. My Regulars (Purple) leave a little to be desired so I usually go to the Orange Gorillas...
I'd get the Supers and yes, I have a pair of Supers coming in.. Thanks for watching and your question.
Regards Bob C
@@DiversSupplyYT thanks a lot for your advise.
I have these fins and I can honestly say I love them. I really appreciate the holes in the foot pocket. I struggle getting fins on and off and those holes makes us so easy. When you want to just leisurely cruise you can do it with any kick. When you want power to really move and move fast you just kick harder. I’m still new to diving, but I’ve used these fins in 7 dives so far and they’ve held up great. Really an amazing fin. I don’t regret the high price tag of $300 dollars at all.
Hi Michael, Everyone I've spoken with that has purchased the Supers have had good things to say about them. Be Safe ! Regards Bob C
Got them nee at a discount at our local supplier for 120€ including the closed foot pocket! Now I am even happier about the great find ;)
How do those compare to the jetfins ?
I like them better than jets, little longer but not by much... Bob C
I'd be concerned that over time the connectors could get loose and risk coming out during a dive. Also seems hard to find individual components for this "modular" system. Is the open heel suitable for barefoot as the Go Travel is?
There is a barefoot pocket provided by Scubapro for this fin which is pretty cool
@@Daniel_MegapteraI know that. But what I am asking is if the open heel pocket is suitable for barefoot the way the Scubapro Go Travel is, which lets go dive without boots but still have the bungee strap. I've always had issues with the heel of full foot fins tearing. SP will usually replace but that doesn't help when you're on a LB in Asia. And again, I haven't found just the blades for sale.
Yes the full foot can be bare footed... I had to fight to get the connector pins out. BC
Great video!
Thanks Judson, Your comment is much appreciated, Bob C
Hi Bob! I am so late to this video! I am going to be getting my OW certification soon, yay! I was looking at getting the Seawing nova but now I saw this video and am wondering which one do you think would be better for a beginning diver?
If you go with the Super Novas you will likely never want another fin. They are good, look kinda funny but really good fins ! If you have the choice go Super ... Bob C
@@DiversSupplyYT thanks Bob!!
@@kathrynhonggg You are Very Welcome KAT ! 🙂
There’s no such thing as gear for a beginning diver vs an experienced diver.
@@olafs7022 I would beg to differ with that statement. Bob C
Excellent presentation as always Bob!!
When I bought my Scubapro Go Sport fins a couple of years ago, I was so impressed with them that I put away all of my others fins and not use them at all since then (Mares Quattros, Aqua Lung, etc.) and now that I got my Scubapro SuperNovas few months ago, I put away the Go Sport and been using the Supernova exclusively in all of my diving since I got them. Awesome very capable fins. Can be used for technical as well as recreational diving.
My only complaint is that the XL size they have in the SuperNovas can barely fit my size 11 boots. I don't think that they will fit bigger size boots or big drysuit boots. I hope that Scubapro will come out with size XXL foot pockets for these fins.
Thanks BM ! Oh wow, well I sure hope the XL's will fit my 12 boots. I use a 6mm boot but not the hard soled ones. I also have a pair of the Akona self draining boots I'll take along and see how they work out too.
Thanks for your comments, I'm sure lot's of folks will read them. Regards Bob C
@@DiversSupplyYT Let us know if you can fit bigger size boots (with hard soles) and drysuit boots please.
I have the XL Super Novas and have been diving with a size 12 Henderson soft soled 6mm boot. The sizing pin is in the middle position. For me...they are fitting perfectly.
@@michaeldolanch613 I am using thick soled boots and they fit in the XL but no room for anything bigger. It isn't the bungee length, it is the fin pocket size.
@@BurhanMuntasser I understand. I don't currently don't do any drysuit diving. Now I'm curious of an XXL...to. If they develop one..good news...we will only have to purchase half a fin.
just deployed to Guam and on my weekends I've been out snorkeling thank you for your video it helps I might just have to buy the good ones and bite the bullet on this next paycheck because once I'm out in that water it will be well worth it getting to and from shore faster