fed up with bi-fins

[serafino]

Hey guys,
I recently bought a pair of cressi-sub gara 3000 LDs. Doing dynamic apnea I can only go around 50m using "regular kicks," and 75-100m doing dolphin kicks in them. So my conclusion is that dolphin kicks are much more efficient. That being said I know I would be able to go a heck of a lot farther using a proper mono fin. What would be a good affordable mono fin for me to use? I weigh 135 I'm 5'8. I'm not afraid of stiff fins in fact I would prefer something much stiffer than the LD's now. But in order to go longer I would assume I would need a fairly flexible fin.
Thanks,
Serafino

 

[Hoferman]

Go to LeaderFins.com or specialfins.com. They both are professionals in making monofins. By the way I would go for medium stiffness, compared to your LD's that is already really stiff.

 

[serafino]

Anything made in the U.S. I would hate having to pay because the dollar is so low right now not to mention shipping would be insane. Any suggestions?

 

[apnea queen]

I ordered a Waterways Nemo through PFI got it in 4 weeks and LOVE it! I got a long distance(soft) sz 41-43 cost $199 plus shipping I just used it the whole week I was in Kona Hawaii for the PFI advanced class Couldn't be happier,I
will order the Waterways Glide fin next probably the long distance (soft) in the 310mm size I had done a lot of research prior to ordering my mono and believe I made the right choice wishing you the best in finning

 

[serafino]

Sounds like a good fin. I frequently visit LA do you know of anyone that sells them there? I would hate to buy a fin only to receive it and have it be completely uncomfortable or the wrong size.

 

[apnea queen]

not at this time but i'll do some research.Also the nemo footpockets are very close to the cressi footpockets a little wider let ya know DeeDee

 

[apnea queen]

SERAFINO- if your in LA let me know I can take you to a pool to try both of my monofins

 

[serafino]

Awesome I"ll send you a pm in advance. I don't think I'll be heading down for a little while. Thanks!