Mares Fins AVANTI SUPERCHANNEL FF Mares Avanti Superchannel FF Diving Fins

Guter Vortrieb aber fallen sehr groß aus

Minor rubber flash (molding defect) resulting in blisters on tendons. After removal of flashes the fins were very good. Plenty of thrust. Durable.

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I go on dive trips a couple of times a year. I wanted a set of fins that would fit in my carry on. I never check a bag. These are perfect. They are 25.6 inches long 8 inches wide and fit diagonally in my carry on. The flexibility of the tips do help them fit nicely. My carry on is an inch smaller than the maximum size carry on. I got the 9.5-10.5 (44-45) size. I usually wear 10.5 E width shoes. They fit good and the soft rubber is so comfortable. I do believe I could wear a 2mm booty with them. I think the stated size should be 10-11. I'm sure an size 11 wide foot will fit comfortably in these. I think a 9.5 narrow foot should order a size smaller. Are they flexible? Yes a little more so than the average fin, that's what Mares Superchannel fins are all about. Mares studied the manta ray's swimming technique and flex and tried to mimic it. Stiffer longer fins usually have more power and speed...and tire out your legs quicker. These fins didn't tire my legs out like the stiffer ones, I didn't notice any decrease in speed and power and they were easier to maneuver. They are exactly the same size fins as my 20 year old size 8-9 FP Blades. The old ones don't fit anymore and were never as comfortable as my new Superchannels. I tried my new fins out on a 2 tank dive in Cozumel. Picture shows the flexability, tip gathered in one hand and flexed 90 degrees toward the camera. I have strong hands and it was not easy to hold for the shot. That might give you some idea of the flexibility and how easy they are to pack. I don't think they are too flexible and I am very happy with my purchase.

I have a few different fins, and these are my favorites! The rubber foot is SO soft and comfy, unlike other ones I've had that were actually so rigid they cut my toes up. Not these! I normally take a shoe size of 8.5-9 (US), and the EU size of 38-39 (5-6) fits perfectly. My toes always need a wider shoe, and these had plenty of toe room, so they were not squished. I did also try the next size up (40-41) but they were just a little too big on me. I suppose that size would fit okay if I wore dive socks, but I don't. These fins also hold up very well! We have 4 pairs and used them many times over the past 8 years. So far they've held up great. They do have some power when kicking, but not as much as another older pair of Mares fins we have that are more like a stiffer plastic than a rubber material. But these are very adequate for our snorkeling & diving needs! Highly recommend!