Rating: Lightweight, super fast, run a bit large
Reviewer: David H.,
Upgraded to these for a recent trip. Very lightweight...good for packing when airlines charge 175$ now for overweight! These are very comfortable and efficient fins, but they run large. I am an 10.5 mens (wide) and with 5mm booties or solid reef shoes the MED was perfect.
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Rating: Change is hard
Reviewer: Alice L.,
I had talked to someone on a trip in November who loved the fins and described their many positive features so I decided to purchase a pair. My first hope was they would be easier to pack than my current huge pair of split fins, slightly easier but just as long (x large size). I spent a week on a live aboard using them for the first time and had I not been stuck with them I probably would have dumped them the second dive. I was used to heavy split fins with negative bouyancy and the Sea Wings are positively bouyant. After 400 dives with the other product this was a learning curve. By the end of the week I loved that feature as it allowed me to hover for pictures without worrying about what my fins might hit. I did get a few leg cramps which I have never gotten ever before but I think it was because of the change in kicking method. As I became more comfortable with the new fins the cramps never occurred again. My final evaluation after 17 dives with these fins is they are very good and I will recommend them to anyone as long as they give the change some time to become comfortable.
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40 out of 70 people found this review helpful.
Rating: The fin of the future!!
Reviewer: Shari Gardner, - View all my reviews
All in all the hands down best fin i have used in the fifty years I have been diving. The comfort,fit and accelleration provided by these fins is unmatched.
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45 out of 87 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Great Fins
Reviewer: Timothy Russell, - View all my reviews
No complaints - keeps you moving at a good rate of speed with minimal effort. Maneuverability is also great.
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46 out of 91 people found this review helpful.
Questions and Answers for ScubaPro Seawing Nova Adjustable Strap Fins:
Ken:
Im curious as to how heavy these fins are as compared to the Mares X-Stream fins. I was in a shop the other day and was pleasantly surprised at how light the Mares were. When doing a lot of travel, weight starts to weigh into equipment decisions 9no pun intended there). Can you give me weights of these 2 different fins? Thanks.
Darrick (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
:
Hello Ken, the weight on the ScubaPro fins are 4.25lbs. Then for the Mares X-Stream the weight is 4.1lbs. If you have any other questions or would like to place an order please feel free to give us a call at 1.800.347.2822
luis:
Im in Burbank ca.how long will it take for this fins to arrive at my door?
Clarke (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Hello Luis, Thank you for your inquiry! Since we are in Irvine, CA, your order would take about a day or two to reach your door. If you would like to place an order or have questions about our products, please contact one of our certified Dive Instructors at SCUBA.com by calling 800-247-2822 <> 949-221-9300 or e-mail us at: info@scuba.com
Luis:
How long does shipping takes?
Clarke (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
:
Hello Luis, Thank you for your inquiry! Shipping can take between 1 to 5 business days depending on how fast you need your order at your door (and what country you need your order delivered to). http://www.scuba.com/ads/shipping.asp If you would like to place an order or have questions about our products, please contact one of our certified Dive Instructors at SCUBA.com by calling800-247-2822 <> 949-221-9300 or e-mail us at: info@scuba.com
Karen:
I am thikning on ordering fins as present for my son who will be a new diver. I am concerned about sizing-my son wears a mens size 13 shoe. Will the extra large be large enough?
Darrick (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Hello Karen, if you order in the size range of the tennis shoe size of your son you will not go wrong.
Carlos:
i currently own some large promate binar blade fins which i have no complaints but im thinking about purchasing the seawing nova fins and was wondering if they accommediate booties and, but more importantly, what size should i considering purchasing. im a size 9 so should i buy a medium set or go large like my promate fins?
Bill (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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These fins are designed to use boots. Order according to your shoe size, if you are in between sizes go up to the next closest size.
PK:
I am looking for a new set of fins. I currently have APS Manta Rays. I am 6 2" and 220 lbs, mainly vacation diving in Hawaii or Belize, so size and weight can be an issue. Wanted something to help with air consumption and was researching splits. Narrowed it down to Mares Raptors. any thoughts?
Bill (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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The Raptor will be more efficient because it is a true split fin.
The Seawing Nova combines classic SCUBAPRO fin technology with the latest innovations in hydrodynamic design and cutting edge materials. This fin has the power, acceleration and manoeuverability of a paddle fin with the comfort, efficiency and effortless speed of split fins. The articulated joint allows the blade to pivot and the entire blade is able to generate thrust. Pivot control technology ensures the most efficient angle of attack is maintained no matter how hard or softly you kick, generating thrust without drag or wasted energy. Clean water blade geometry for optimum propulsion. Water is free to flow onto the working section of the blade, drag is reduced and thrust increased. Variable pivot control ribs insures that the most efficient angle of attack is maintained across all strengths of kick. Ergonomic foot pocket with extended heel plate insuring ultimate power transmission with less leg strain. Durable Monprene® construction making SeaWing virtually indestructible. Wing tips arc upwards, increasing high-speed stability. Marine quality bungee heel strap with custom adjustment system for total comfort and convenience.
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