snorkeling fins

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me. However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> Is there a brand of full foots that is recognized as being tenderfoot
> friendly?

No, but that does not mean there's not something you can do to be more
comfortable. First, make sure they fit before you buy them. Then ask
around for some lycra socks made specifically for wearing with fins. They
are thin enough not to change the fit, but strong enough to protect your
feet.

Lee

j smith wrote:
> *Howdy,
>
> I use a pair of atomic fins for scuba, they work fine for me.
> However,
> I was looking at getting some snorkeling fins (full foot) for some
> vacation time I am taking where I won't be able to dive.
>
> Now, my problem with full foots in the past has been that they tear
> my
> feet up. The back of my heel or the sides of my foot inevitably have
> gotten ulcerated from prolonged full foot fin use in the past.
>
> *

In addition to Lee's comment, you can use any good running sock in your
full-foot fins too.
Cheers,
Erik Y.


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