Everything You Need To Know About Bodyboard Swimfins With Jay Reale - Bodyboard-School
They’re the hidden engine to getting you out back through broken waves; to help you power to the shore and catch a wave; and to help you steer, brake and accelerate when riding down the line.
US bodyboarding legend Jay Reale takes us through the top things to consider when choosing swimfins:
There are symmetric and asymmetric (left and right-foot biased) fins - there are benefits to each type.
Drainage hole location determines how effectively you lose sand, shells and rocks when in the ocean.
Blade length is important - medium length is a good all-rounder between sharper directional change and power when kicking.
Blade flex also determines the power you get - flexy versus stiff.
Fin socks cover your foot but add one shoe size to your foot in the summer.
Fin boots cover your foot and ankle but add at least a couple of shoe sizes in the winter.
There are foot lubricants to help reduce skin rub if you would rather go without neoprene socks or boots.
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Really wish I hadve seen this video before I purchased my fins 😭
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
Sorry you didn't see it before! Hopefully it will be useful going forward, Rob
This helped a bunch thank you!
First time I try fins today let’s see how it goes ahah
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
Do it! They're a game changer : )
Great video, very useful, thanks a lot
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
So glad that you found it useful!
Very well explained.
I love my churchills. Had to buy two pairs as insurance. 😂
@BodyboardSchool
4 жыл бұрын
When you know that you love them and they work for you it's definitely a good idea to have a spare pair. I do the same! - Rob
@420Jon69
Жыл бұрын
@@BodyboardSchool I bought 10 boxes of the ers4’s cause they stopped making them so I think I have enough for the rest of my life if I lose any.
@420Jon69
Жыл бұрын
The Churchills would always make the Sides of my feet cramp up
great video! All I know are viper fins and I love them. Someone stole them so I need new fins! 😞
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree, they are awesome fins. Sorry to hear about the fin theft! Give Jay at Ebodyboarding.com a shout and he will get you fixed up. Cheers Rob
O&E swim fins. Only swim fins to not give me flipper sores. Symetric set. Love them. Foot pocket drain. Just great. Really big deal when getting back into the sport.
@bodyboard_holidays
Жыл бұрын
Nice tip, thanks for sharing 👌
thank you
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
No worries at all, Check out our other videos for more tips!
Im very happy with Hot Buttered Octoblade, but, what do you think about these fins?
@bodyboard_holidays
4 ай бұрын
If they work for you stick with them. It can be quite a challenge finding a fin that suits and feels comfortable.
Hi Jay, you said fins help to control the speed? What do you mean? To control the direction, ok but the speed, who you doing? Thanks
What brand of fins are these with the "T" looking letter on top? I wouldn't mind trying the symmetric Black/ Green ones
Hi Jay. A question about choosing the right fin for the types of waves ridden. Are there some fin styles/brands work better for hollow, sucky beachbreak waves versus more lined up, point waves? Where I ride, it's often just a couple of kicks right under the lip to get going. I currently use the Da Fin Pro Model, but I have some issues with them. What is your advice? BTW, I've bought a few products through your website, and it's been a great experience (Science Launch F4 + leash). Thank you!
Do you get these off amazon
I hope Viper V7 size XL will be in stock again soon!
@BodyboardSchool
4 жыл бұрын
Stay in touch with the guys at ebodyboarding and they will get you fixed up! Great fins.
@grahamb701
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Will do.
Should I get neoprene socks for dafin fins. Just wondering.
@420Jon69
Жыл бұрын
I would get them no matter what kind of fins you get. I would even suggest the booties even in warm water. It does a good job of keeping the sand rocks and shells out
do those fin "sinches" actually work? I feel like it could still slip off the heel?
@420Jon69
Жыл бұрын
I was wondering same thing and If it’s good to use with fin socks
yucca ultra soft #1 dafin is the worst.
You outta rename this video to “everything you need to know about fin accessories “
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
Makes sense! Hope that you found it useful. Thanks Rob
vipers are too soft now days. my old one finally broke after 15 years. i never thought it would break. i went to look for new vipes and was disappointed. i like um stiff, tight and can go left and right. when i go big i used shoelaces. its not good when they get yanked off your feet and you trying to ride a big bowl hahaa.
@BodyboardSchool
3 жыл бұрын
If your feet can handle them, a stiff pair of flippers are great! So much more propulsion! Shoes laces are a good call, never great searching the shoreline for a missing flipper, we have all been there :)
@djtanikgotbeatz
3 жыл бұрын
Ow ahah
Who else is here after losing a fin
💪😎🤙🇵🇷
@muj7237
4 жыл бұрын
🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷