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Re: official - fin sizing thread - please add your info

Cracking thread. Its hard to decide on stiffness/type/make of fins without worrying about sizes.

My feet are UK size 8-8.5


- make and model of fins you own -Cressi gara 2000 + 3000
- size of fins - 8-9
- thickness and type of socks worn - 3mm and fin retainers
- comments regarding quality of fit - comfy, wouldnt fit without socks
- foot size and country - Uk 8-8.5
- any additional fit/foot info

- make and model of fins you own -Waterway M1LD M2MD
- size of fins 260mm
- thickness and type of socks worn - none (3mm winter but too tight)
- comments regarding quality of fit - perfect with no socks
- foot size and country - 8-8.5UK
- any additional fit/foot info - No movement of feet but comfy too.

- make and model of fins you own -Leaderfins Hyper
- size of fins -L UK 6-8
- thickness and type of socks worn - None
- comments regarding quality of fit - Fit in length but arch tight, couldnt get away with next size up it would be too loose. Arches tight but toes loose, needed to make socks for toes to stop movement pivoting at arch
- foot size and country -8-8.5UK
- any additional fit/foot info - Can now last 40mins no problem with fin on, shaved feet and lubed..... ouch at first
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