Omega Amphibian Flip Fin X-Large (11/14) Black/Orange

2023-02-06T23:18:01

This was my second set of Omega Amphibian fins. I lost a fin during a rescue mission (wreck penetration dive) and could not recover it due to extremely strong current at the time. I did not hesitate to buy another set but after about 2-3 years of regular use I had both fins fail on me on the same day. The first fin failed during the dive but I managed to complete the dive, and the second fin failed just as I surfaced. Both fins split in the mid section right at the locking mechanism. It appears that the material became brittle over time. Photos attached All the other components held up and I removed the usable springs and straps to keep as spare parts. I would consider buying the same fins again after I get feedback from the manufacturer or dealer on the possible causes for the failure.

Juan W.

2022-04-22T15:23:02

The omega flip fins fins work very well fly fishing out of a float tube . They are easy to get on and off and give exceptional control while in use. My only complaint is the springs on these fins are weaker than my old fins and don?t hold the fins against my shins well while walking !

Lynn S.

2021-05-23T22:01:23

I had these for awhile and did about 20 dives [1 year of use with these] before the hinge latch material on the left fin wore away so much from use that it won't even stay locked in place anymore. Also you need very strong leg muscles to pop them open while diving. I never could do it. Had to stand in the shallows and step down on the tips to push them open and locked in place. Very difficult to walk against the surge upon entering. They are great for walking on land. Now they sit on my rack as a conversation piece. Fun to play with but ended up being a waste of money for me as a diver

JOE S.

2020-10-08T17:45:57

Best find EVER!! Nuff said! I will give a bit of my personal knowledge with these and what I’ve found works for me. I’ve been using these fins for, I want to say, 7-8 years. I own 2 pair, not because I needed another, but because they are that great for what I use them for. I float tube and hated using regular fins. Did a search and found these. That being said, I can’t say this will be very useful to a diver. First off, waking in these is great. You still shouldn’t be a moron and try running in them, but walking is quite easy. As far as pushing them back down and locking them in, here’s what I do, which might not work for others. I use a U-shaped float tube. Since you can walk in them while flip up, I will lie my tube into the water and then sit down in it. Once I’m seated, I cross one leg over the other and with both hands lock it in place. Then I switch and do the other. Hands might get a little wet, but seriously, it’s only water(cold or not). The trick to unlocking them is, in my option, great. Yes, they lock in very solid and I’ve trashed my hands try to do it when I first got them. I know everyone knows what I’m talking about. Here’s a trick that takes a little practice, I guess. I don’t know about the rest of you, but where I launch, I always can walk in the water a ways and then get in my tube. When I come back in, I have that nice shallow water. I stay seated and use my head to pop the latch. Occasionally you catch a little water in the face, but on a hot day, who gives a damn!..lol. It can take a bit to catch it, but it is seriously the best way I have found and have saved my fingers. Once they’re up, you’re walking......Hopefully this helps those that are struggling. For those that have left bad reviews, everyone has an opinion. This comes from a fisherman, they work great for me and I’ve turned my buddies onto them.

Sid V.

2019-11-06T08:05:50

I tried using these fins for fishing from a pontoon boat and they were worthless! The latch is so difficult to open and close I could not open them in the water with a kick or two or three...even though they are advertised as working this way. Flipping them up against my shins was even more difficult! It took both thumbs pushing as hard as I could to release the latch! In addition, I contacted Flipfins to explain the difficulties and because I'd had them for five years (but used them only a couple of times) they refused to do anything to address the problems. I would NEVER buy these or recommend them again!

Dan

2018-10-23T04:19:54

I now own two pair, Love them.

Angel F.

2017-06-23T14:36:12

The best thing ever for boat diving or walking around in a cramped boat. Absolutely Terrific idea and design that makes both getting off and back on the boat that much easier.

STEVEN S.

2015-01-09T19:00:00

Used these fins on boat dives for 3 years. Very convenient on boat deck. Noticed some material separation at material joints but this was not a big problem. On a recent trip to Cozumel both fins cracked through the letter "M" in the "Omega" logo. Will probably buy it again but I'm still concerned over the materials quality.

DKdiver

2014-07-06T20:00:00

I bought these fins for float tubing. They are way too hard to put down in the water, and way to hard to put up when I am done. Am very disappointed in the product. I am in touch with the manufacturer to see if possibly I have a defective pair. I have read several places where they have accidentally put the stiffer military latch on non-military products. We shall see

RandyP

2014-05-21T20:00:00

These are great for walking on the sand, but once you enter the water with any kind of swell or surf they severely inhibit walking forward. The reason I purchased is for a bad spine and really hate donning fins in water. So suiting up and walking with fins seemed like a great idea until I got to the water and the other 7 in the group just walked on out in the surf and I could not keep up walking forward for sure and not walking backwards either. I had to finally take them off to catch up with the group that was about 20 yards ahead of me and then put them back on once I got to deeper water.. on a boat dive they did great but the propulsion was nowhere near my twin jet scubapro fins. I had to fight to keep up underwater. Since I used them on this one dive trip Leisure Pro said they would not accept a return even though I am highly disatisfied with the product. Basically they said only defect or not used, basically you can open something and put it back in the package and they will accept it back otherwise it will not be accepted back... it is not like Amazon's return policy where if you are unhappy you can return an item. Frustrated - back to ScubaPro fins.

Papa

2013-04-20T20:00:00

I have had these for 4 seasons and love them more each time. It's so easy to walk on a rocking boat; kick to extend the fins in water; and snap-back easily for climbing back up the ladder. The only surprise is that everyone doesn't have them too.

clay

2012-07-03T20:00:00

scuba , rescue

Henry

2010-10-25T20:00:00

Other than they are a bit hard to get locked in position when in the water, these were awesome and I got a ton of questions from other divers that want a pair.

Walk P.

2010-07-10T20:00:00

CUSTOMER SERVICE? If nothing else has sold you on these fins, this should be the kicker. Since I've had my fins, I've had to call Omega twice. Once when I broke the locking mechanism doing something stupid. The second I tore one of the fins, again... being stupid. I won't elaborate but they were mindless in retrospect. Both times I called Omega to see if they could fix my fins and rather than fix them, they replaced them with BRAND NEW FINS!!!!!! Oh...and I got them in about 3 days from the time of my call. Mind you, this most recent time I had already owned the fins for three years. THREE YEARS!!! No fuss no mas. I know of no other company with customer service this good. I recommend this product without reservation and would buy them again.

mksmith713

2010-03-21T20:00:00

Ok product, a bit heavy for normal kicks. Lock/unlock mechanism a bit difficult to use.

Mursu

2010-03-04T19:00:00

I have used these fins for two years and over 100 dives. It took some getting used to the technique of climbing up a ladder. They are great for a crowded boat; I have used them on several beach dives with no problem. The locking mechanism has held up well.

Scuba O.

2009-03-28T20:00:00

The "Flip Fins" were very helpful while moving around in a crowed boat.

Tall T.

2008-12-31T19:00:00

I use these fins scuba diving free-diving snorkeling and spear-fishing easy to engage from folded position to swimming mode great fins lead to great times! amazing product

Chris C.

2008-12-30T19:00:00

They really work... you can walk in them, heck, you can even dance in them. They are very solidly constructed, with some non-slip rubber under the foot pocket to avoid slipping on pool decks. Really useful for tec divers staggering around with sling tanks under each arm, but nice for the rest of us too. The two big knocks that I had read were (i) hard to engage in the water, and (ii) if you dive without a fullsuit, they rub the front of your legs. I didn't find either to be the case - one quick kick and you are off, and, although I wouldn't run a marathon in them, they are not uncomfortable to walk around in. The one thing I do still struggle with is climbing ladders in them (when you step up, the blade "catches" the water and tries to lock down). But I suspect it is a matter of perfecting the "leaning back" technique when climbing the ladder. I do worry a bit about how long they will last. They look really solid, but once the locking mechanism goes, you would have to throw them away. We'll just have to see...

COLIN R.

2008-12-04T19:00:00

I liked at first, but after about 10 shore dives one fin cracked up the middle under the boot. Then after about 15 dives the latch broke. So no more flip fin. If you do boat dives these fins would be great, if you shore dive, put them on in the water.

KEN J.

2008-08-20T20:00:00

Fins are easy to walk in, great for moving around a crowded boat. Even greater on entry, and lock easily with just a couple of kicks. However, if you had to walk very far in them, one needs to be wearing a fairly heavy suit, as they rub on the front of your legs. These are big fins, which take a lot of force to move.. compared to split fins they are a tough change. However, if you use jets or some other solid fin, they would be easy. With one of my boots, I could not move the latch (depends on the heal "edge", and had to remove to get on the boat. Other boots worked fine. Bottom line, I actually like them..just need to get used to the strengh required to kick with them.

JAMES G.

2008-06-25T20:00:00

These worked well on the tenders used to take us to dive site. Made it easy to move around in the restricted space. Good shin protection when getting back on board. Works well, decent propulsion properties.

DAVID M.

2008-05-28T20:00:00

This is a great fin. Powerful, comfotable, and most of all EASY TO WALK IN.

JASON S.

2008-05-27T20:00:00

Very well made fin, a little wierd to look at, but they acutally WORK!! Love being able to walk in the fins. The release catch is stiff and requires a little practice to get use to.

Capt T.