Jet Fins

Lancer4545 · 31st May 2008, 08:12

I decided to get a pair of large jets when I started diving my drysuit all the time and found I couldn't fit my toes into them so I then went and got a pair of XL fins. Only to find I could get my toes in but they were so badly scrunched up that my feet would cramp up after half an hour and then it'd take 2 people to get them off!!!

So I decided to get a pair of XXL fins.......Now they are so big I can wear them with my steel capped work boots and they're still loose!!!

I like the jets as they are heavier than my Avanti's and give me a better trim the only trouble is they don't make a pair that will fit.

I have turbosoles on my CLX450 and they don't seem to be a lot bigger than a pair of the usual run of the mill booties.

Anyone got an suggestion on a similar fin to the jets that I can fit my size 9 foot into that are a bit on the heavy side?

Thanks,

Lance

Brad_Horn · 31st May 2008, 09:08

Hi Lance,

Try Divex Jetfin – Extra Large from Welcome to DIVEX - World Leaders in Diving Equipment Technology
Order Codes: MF011
Fit them with Halcyon (or any other brand specifically designed to replace the Jetfin rubber strap) SS spring straps which will make them a lot more comfortable in the water and a damn sight easier to get on/off.

Divex fins are a lot cheaper then the ScubaPro ones.

For comparison my Divex XL fit size 13 hoof with wetsuit booties perfectly.
Scubapro XXL fit perfectly wearing issue Terra boots.

Regards
Brad

Guust · 31st May 2008, 10:07

Quote: (Originally Posted by Lancer4545)

I decided to get a pair of large jets when I started diving my drysuit all the time and found I couldn't fit my toes into them so I then went and got a pair of XL fins. Only to find I could get my toes in but they were so badly scrunched up that my feet would cramp up after half an hour and then it'd take 2 people to get them off!!!

So I decided to get a pair of XXL fins.......Now they are so big I can wear them with my steel capped work boots and they're still loose!!!

I like the jets as they are heavier than my Avanti's and give me a better trim the only trouble is they don't make a pair that will fit.

I have turbosoles on my CLX450 and they don't seem to be a lot bigger than a pair of the usual run of the mill booties.

Anyone got an suggestion on a similar fin to the jets that I can fit my size 9 foot into that are a bit on the heavy side?

Thanks,

Lance

I had the same problem and use now the Turtle Fins.
There size is between the XL en the XXL of the Jetfins.
Now they fit perfectly.

jkaterenchuk · 31st May 2008, 12:13

Another approach to consider is replace the turbosoles with regular wetsuit booties that are big enough to fit. When I did it I needed booties that were two USA sizes bigger. Not to much bigger that I needed new fins and I still have the bottom protection for walking.

John

**offpro** · 31st May 2008, 12:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by Guust)

I had the same problem and use now the Turtle Fins.
There size is between the XL en the XXL of the Jetfins.
Now they fit perfectly.

My Turtlefins 3XL fits perfect!

I use size 12 boots and my Ursuit has 5 mm neoprene boots with latex surface....

**Art Greenberg** · 31st May 2008, 13:50

Quote: (Originally Posted by Lancer4545)

Anyone got an suggestion on a similar fin to the jets that I can fit my size 9 foot into that are a bit on the heavy side?

Lance,

Have a look at the IDI Power Fin. I used them for a long time with my DUI Turbo Soles. They're a bit stiffer but just as heavy as the Jets. The size LARGE is about the same as an XL Jet, and fit my size 11 foot perfectly. You might want to try a MEDIUM. Any shop that sells XS Scuba's line should have them.

Are you using spring heel straps?

--
Art

Philippe GERIN · 31st May 2008, 20:08

To add to the list: Rocket fins XL are great too!
Best
Philippe

adstaa · 31st May 2008, 22:25

hey lance

couple of lengths of fence paling and some bungee cord should do the trick....haha

the new hollis fins should be available here next week i believe. i'll try get a pair of them for you to check out.

**nicothesailer** · 1st June 2008, 18:44

Quote: (Originally Posted by offpro)

My Turtlefins 3XL fits perfect!

I use size 12 boots and my Ursuit has 5 mm neoprene boots with latex surface....

Another vote for Turtles!

Paul

31st May 2008, 08:12	#1 (permalink)
Lancer4545 Closed Circuit Divers Aus Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cairns QLD Australia Posts: 664	Jet Fins I decided to get a pair of large jets when I started diving my drysuit all the time and found I couldn't fit my toes into them so I then went and got a pair of XL fins. Only to find I could get my toes in but they were so badly scrunched up that my feet would cramp up after half an hour and then it'd take 2 people to get them off!!! So I decided to get a pair of XXL fins.......Now they are so big I can wear them with my steel capped work boots and they're still loose!!! I like the jets as they are heavier than my Avanti's and give me a better trim the only trouble is they don't make a pair that will fit. I have turbosoles on my CLX450 and they don't seem to be a lot bigger than a pair of the usual run of the mill booties. Anyone got an suggestion on a similar fin to the jets that I can fit my size 9 foot into that are a bit on the heavy side? Thanks, Lance __________________ You can run but you can't hide! ISC Appointed Megalodon Dealer for East Australia http://www.closedcircuitdivers.com.au info@closedcircuitdivers.com.au
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31st May 2008, 09:08	#2 (permalink)
Brad_Horn Checklist, tick! Current Rebreather/s: Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Classic MK 15.X Home Build Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Malaysia Posts: 273	Re: Jet Fins Hi Lance, Try Divex Jetfin – Extra Large from Welcome to DIVEX - World Leaders in Diving Equipment Technology Order Codes: MF011 Fit them with Halcyon (or any other brand specifically designed to replace the Jetfin rubber strap) SS spring straps which will make them a lot more comfortable in the water and a damn sight easier to get on/off. Divex fins are a lot cheaper then the ScubaPro ones. For comparison my Divex XL fit size 13 hoof with wetsuit booties perfectly. Scubapro XXL fit perfectly wearing issue Terra boots. Regards Brad
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31st May 2008, 10:07	#3 (permalink)
Guust New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Classic Kiss Dolphin Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Home Build Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Netherlands Posts: 17	Re: Jet Fins Quote: (Originally Posted by Lancer4545) I decided to get a pair of large jets when I started diving my drysuit all the time and found I couldn't fit my toes into them so I then went and got a pair of XL fins. Only to find I could get my toes in but they were so badly scrunched up that my feet would cramp up after half an hour and then it'd take 2 people to get them off!!! So I decided to get a pair of XXL fins.......Now they are so big I can wear them with my steel capped work boots and they're still loose!!! I like the jets as they are heavier than my Avanti's and give me a better trim the only trouble is they don't make a pair that will fit. I have turbosoles on my CLX450 and they don't seem to be a lot bigger than a pair of the usual run of the mill booties. Anyone got an suggestion on a similar fin to the jets that I can fit my size 9 foot into that are a bit on the heavy side? Thanks, Lance I had the same problem and use now the Turtle Fins. There size is between the XL en the XXL of the Jetfins. Now they fit perfectly.
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31st May 2008, 12:13	#4 (permalink)
jkaterenchuk . Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: Lititz, PA Posts: 827	Re: Jet Fins Another approach to consider is replace the turbosoles with regular wetsuit booties that are big enough to fit. When I did it I needed booties that were two USA sizes bigger. Not to much bigger that I needed new fins and I still have the bottom protection for walking. John
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31st May 2008, 12:38	#5 (permalink)
offpro Supporting Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Up North, Norway Posts: 79	Re: Jet Fins Quote: (Originally Posted by Guust) I had the same problem and use now the Turtle Fins. There size is between the XL en the XXL of the Jetfins. Now they fit perfectly. My Turtlefins 3XL fits perfect! I use size 12 boots and my Ursuit has 5 mm neoprene boots with latex surface....
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31st May 2008, 13:50	#6 (permalink)
Art Greenberg Classic KISS #323 Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 52	Re: Jet Fins Quote: (Originally Posted by Lancer4545) Anyone got an suggestion on a similar fin to the jets that I can fit my size 9 foot into that are a bit on the heavy side? Lance, Have a look at the IDI Power Fin. I used them for a long time with my DUI Turbo Soles. They're a bit stiffer but just as heavy as the Jets. The size LARGE is about the same as an XL Jet, and fit my size 11 foot perfectly. You might want to try a MEDIUM. Any shop that sells XS Scuba's line should have them. Are you using spring heel straps? -- Art
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31st May 2008, 20:08	#7 (permalink)
Philippe GERIN ccr apprentice Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2005 Location: Strasbourg, France Posts: 636	Re: Jet Fins To add to the list: Rocket fins XL are great too! Best Philippe
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31st May 2008, 22:25	#8 (permalink)
adstaa New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Port Douglas, Australia Posts: 24	Re: Jet Fins hey lance couple of lengths of fence paling and some bungee cord should do the trick....haha the new hollis fins should be available here next week i believe. i'll try get a pair of them for you to check out. __________________ Scuba diving is a very expensive sport that attracts some of the cheapest people in the world..... www.tech-dive-academy.com Great Barrier Reef For First Class Dive Training
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1st June 2008, 18:44	#9 (permalink)
nicothesailer Another Dilligaf Diver Current Rebreather/s: Ray Other Rebreather/s: Ray Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denmark Posts: 45	Re: Jet Fins Quote: (Originally Posted by offpro) My Turtlefins 3XL fits perfect! I use size 12 boots and my Ursuit has 5 mm neoprene boots with latex surface.... Another vote for Turtles! Paul __________________ "Push the button"
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