Oceanic Viper Open Heel Fins

2017-09-06T18:32:19

yes great company, we didnt really know what to purchase, we vacation to a warm sandy destination annually and it was nice to work with someone who really pointed us in the right direction. Thank you !!!

Dewayne W.

2017-08-24T09:07:08

I bought these for my wife for her scuba certification. Work well. Good price. Would buy again.

Yannick M.

2017-05-17T20:00:00

When you buy your own equipment and it works so well, your time in the water is enhanced. These fins along with the boot were the most comfortable fins ive used. While I an a novice snorkeler, I couldnt be happier with the equipment I bought. I may have paid more for the better stuff but it was well worth it. Ive got many years coming up of great snorkeling. Thanks for your help.

TedM

2015-08-03T20:00:00

Delivery and service was great

Casey

2015-03-22T20:00:00

I loved the product until I lost the clip that the strap clips into on the rear side of the fin. While removing my find in the ocean behind the dive boat, I unclipped the strap from the side of the fin. Little did I know that the part that attaches to the fin must have come off and fallen into the depths of Cozumel's San Francisco Wall -- littering in a National Park as well! Yikes! Now one of my fins are useless with out a strap! Help!

RobbieStephen

2014-03-12T20:00:00

These are great fins, they are very lightweight and flexible. Sized apropriately. They work great in the pool while swimming and snorkeling or scuba diving.

TSC

2013-08-23T20:00:00

Great feel and comfortable. My last fins gave me leg cramps and were not efficient. When using these fins it did not cramp my legs. These fins are very efficient and it does not take many kicks or much effort to really get moving. I did some swimming against a current and surge and it did not require much effort to make headway.

Maniacal

2013-07-15T20:00:00

I have used it for 5 dives andI can tell, really good stuff, the size and weight are perfect to travel and it has a cool design. It press a little bit my big toe, but nothing to concern about, I minimize it using a pair of socks/boots.

mklos

2013-06-02T20:00:00

Used them in calm and in light current with no issues.

Strideod

2013-04-07T20:00:00

Used for the first time on 8 dives in Dominican Republic. Very comfortable. Hardly knew I had them on. Move me through the water nicely...no cramps!

Scuba1102

2013-04-03T20:00:00

I tried this Viper fins because my Atomic fins are too long and heavy, very cumbersome to travel. The Vipers are very light but my toe hit the inside of the fin, for this reason I sold them to my buddy, I have problems with my toe even on big shoes for walking, I wish Oceanic modify the fins and provide open toe like the Atomics. So for now I will keep using the Atomic fins (a lot more expensive).

utiladude

2013-03-10T20:00:00

If you want a fexible good looking fin this is for you. I do not feel confortable when finning in a current with these fins. Use them once could not move in mediun current. Same dive with a different fin I had no problem. Great for snorkling

bill

2012-07-10T20:00:00

I purchased these fins for my wife who is a beginner diver. The size and design result in a fin that is not overly strenuous. She did have issues with a fin continuously falling off in open water dives. However Oceanic's tech department recommended checking that the straps were fully anchored on the posts. One was not quute fully locked in which was causing the cam to slip on the strap and the fin would slip off. It is fine now.

CrawDad

2012-07-03T20:00:00

These fins provide excellent thrust and are flexible enough to be easy on the ankles and feet! I recommend them to anyone!

trad.archer

2012-07-02T20:00:00

I am new to scuba diving but I have used these fins now for several dives and they are effective and comfortable. I have ordered the spring straps for these fins to make them easier to get on and off. Great buy for the cost!

MAS

2012-03-04T19:00:00

Excellent delivery time. All items came together unlike some companies. Everything arrived in perfect condition.

Jaed

2011-10-04T20:00:00

My only issue is that they are quite large for being an X-small and I have to cinch down the heel strap so much to keep my foot in the pocket that my toes rub inside.

CPT P.

2011-10-03T20:00:00

My first fins, work very nice! Comfortable, light, easy.

RAAN

2011-09-21T20:00:00

Provide great kicking power. Enough so that I often find myself kicking far less often than my dive buddies to go at the same pace. Very comfortable, and cramping hasn't been a problem. My only complaint is that the included dive straps kept slipping off of the heel of my booties. Thankfully, the fins fit snug enough that they stayed on long enough for me to notice before they came all the way off. I bought the EZ Spring Straps and they solved all my problems.

D b.

2011-08-17T20:00:00

I'm new to SCUBA, but these fins seem good for my use.

NoleDiver

2011-07-17T20:00:00

I've been using this fin for a couple weeks now and I must say that it does what it's supposed to. It is a great fin for scuba that doesn't cause fatigue in your legs and it pushes you along quite well, considering you know how to use your fins. The material seems to hold up well and they have a nice feature that allows you to clip the heel straps shut instead of adjusting it all the time. I have not used this fin in a current, but have used in cold water. These fins are neutrally buoyant so they will not mess with your buoyancy at all. All in all a great fin for the price and I recommend it. You won't be disappointed if you are looking to upgrade from older fins, or are just looking from something new.

Cliff B.

2011-05-29T20:00:00

I had a pair of fins that are similiar in style for 20 years and never had a problem. Wanted to upgrade to a more flexible pair of fins and broke on day # 3 of diving. Not an aggressive diver and I consider myself advanced. 400 plus dives.

Jeanne F.

2010-09-04T20:00:00

Great fins! I used them in cold water lake during my Open Water Diver course and will use them in Mexico this year. I especially like fins' quick-release feature and ease of adjusting - they come in handy when you've already got 2 tanks on, wetsuits, and all your gear in the water and then can put the fins on easily with one hand. Highly recommended!

Konny

2010-06-06T20:00:00

Light weight and easy on the joints. good thrust when you need it.

JOHN C.

2010-05-21T20:00:00

Just returned from St. Thomas after 10 days. Dove with marine biologists for 5 of those. 4 divers, 20 double tanks a day. Serious marine surveys around the USVI. Future son-in-law in the works. After a few dives with my new Vipers, I can agree with other users that they are light, flexible, stronger in currents than my split fins, and don't tire out my knees after 6-8 hours of diving a day. Also, they don't smack into each other or go wacky in strong currents like my splits either. Some have said they are not as rigid as others. For me, this is a plus. I can dive all day, every day, and not feel any strain on my legs or knees while having excellent propulsion. They are large though and won't fit into a carry on. Had to put them in my main suitcase. I highly recommend these fins if you are going for a vacation and intend to dive intensely while you are there. You won't regret this purchase. Oh yeah, I am over 60 years old.

BajaBob

2010-04-05T20:00:00

Just completed 10 dives in the Caymans, 3 in stronger currents. These fins allowed me to maneuver quickly and efficiently around in tunnels, swim throughs and other tight areas. Very comfortable! Having been prone to cramping with last fins, this issue was eliminated for me. Delivers nice power. Take their recommendations for sizing. I was doubtful at first, but after first try-on, fears were put to rest.

ALAINE K.

2010-02-27T19:00:00

very light, fast and comfortible!!!!

Ozz

2009-08-24T20:00:00

These fins are just great all around. Fast, easy flex, comfortable to wear. My feet are pretty wide and these fins fit perfectly. Usually I have to order a couple of extra sizes bigger just to get the right width. But these were already fairly wide for the size and feel just right (with a 3mm hard-sole bootie). I've done about 6 dives in them so far. One dive was in a strong current and they made it feel like I was swimming in a pool.

RevJim

2009-03-08T20:00:00

Just purchased the fins and am very pleased with them. After 20+ ocean dives in moderate to strong currents, I would recommend these fins, as they are comfortable and responsive, even though the blades seem to have a lot of flex.

ALEX M.

2009-02-27T19:00:00

I bought these from a local dealer and have not looked back. They are hands down the fastest non-split fin I have ever used. I love them. If you do not want to spend hundreds on a split fin, you aren't going to find anything better.

Tennesse d.