Honest reveiw.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Always 😉

Yeah, I used to use shoelaces back in the 80's to make a fin teather. Worked great and saved my Churchill's from massive Pt. Mugu.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

I still only where shoelaces 😉🙏🏼

Cheers on the knot, exactly what i needed. Been struggling with my laces comming undone in the water.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

This is the answer then. Glad I could help. Keep ripping!

Thanks for mentioning the knot part!

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

😉🤙🏼

Love the knot trick. Bigup bro

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

🤙🏼🤙🏼

I've just lost a Tech2 fin that was attached to the velcro style fin savers. Switched to the deluxe ones. When it's really cold and you've got 4-5mm gloves on the string is too tricky.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Those are definitely the option!

I've been thinking about getting fin tethers because I get a lot of blisters on my feet, so I've been waiting for until my feet can heal. Thanks for the review!🤙🤙 Thanks for letting me know that special knot. My shoe laces would come off so I had to keep putting it on. I have a pretty big fins so I could use the fin tethers.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

That knot will save you big time 😉

@nopity983

3 жыл бұрын

@@iaincampbell_ Thanks again!

@ConnorLumsden

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like your fins are too big. Have you looked at wearing neoprene socks?

@nopity983

Жыл бұрын

@@ConnorLumsden I've gotten hubboard fins. They are the right size for me as they are a bit more narrow. But thanks for the tip!

I personally like the to use the deluxe type because the shoe lace and other styles of fin tethers shoe lace/velcro type of tether came off on a big day after the lip landed on my fins and both fins came off. Luckily it didn’t get tangled while I was being held underwater that day, I would have had to untangle it while being held under. That is why I prefer the deluxe type of tether and so far so good :) Aloha from HI 🤙🏾

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear. They are a bit better for sure. Be safe out there 🤙🏼

Shoe laces every day of the week! I’m not ashamed to say it’s all about style, extra bulk around the ankle destroys the beauty of a crossed legged spin... same goes for socks or booties... I cant explain it, but the heel needs to be exposed for maximum style points. 😌 I did ‘ knot’ know about that quick release knot trick! Radicalisational stuff brother! 🤙🏽 yeeew!

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help you bru. Happy shredding and keep the heal out strong 😉🤙🏼

Thanks been looking on a practical and easy solution on how to hold my fins, because it keeps falling off my boot and my open hell foot pocket seems to be fit but the straps keeps on sliding glad I have this shoe lace approach. trying it next time when I have a chance...

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy it. Hope it works out for you!

Shoe lace option is heaps better in my opinion. Thanks for the video Ian all the best from Australia 👍👍

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

All down to personal preference 😉🤙🏼

I'm surprised you didn't mention a major difference - with the shoelace the fins will still come off your foot but dangle around. The fin savers on the other hand are designed so your fins don't come off your foot in the first place. For this reason, I think the fin savers are more likely to result in ankle injuries.

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure I did talk about this. I admitted that the string system is a bit more dangerous.

Thanks for the video. It is exactly what I was looking for.

Wow great so simple but very effective. Thanks

Thanks ! never thought to do this.

That last extra step. Nice.

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I put the lace part of my tethers around my fins heel pad. So they don’t tear through the rubber 🤙

@iaincampbell_

5 ай бұрын

Interesting, never heard of that!

Nice tip like the knot thanks Iain stay safe.👍🌊

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

😉🤙🏼

I prefer flat and wide shoe laces - less chafe. two loops around the ankle and a reef knot will make sure that it will never slip off. Untying can be tricky though when the hands are cold. Lost about 8 fins with the velcro fin savers, never tried the deluxe.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Give them a go. You may like them.

the deluxe style holds sand inside the neoprene. downside for me but it works great. thanks for the informative videos. im going to watch your close out video next looks interesting

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never had that problem with the neoprene holding sand… interesting.

Thanks Iain, I’ve seen those deluxe tethers and been wondering about them. Over the years I’ve had a lot of different tether methods and It has taken many years to find something that works for me; now I have a fin brand and size that works, with a separate heel strap pad ( the same pair for 15 years!) and the leash strap style tethers ( not ideal as it takes some time and it doesn’t actually keep the fins on your feet). Although because I’ve got the correct size fins they never come off. It’s like you say, find what works for you. Can you do a video on the different hull setups around these days; I’m in the market for a new board (possibly a DK spec) and with the myriad concaves/ quad channels/parallel channels and so on, I have no idea what actually works and what’s just a gimmick ( I’m remembering the Mach 8TX and it’s dimple bottom 🤣). How do they work with prone vs drop knee and such. Thanks dude, great content as always!

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Hi. That’s exactly it. Whatever works for you is the best for you. When it comes to different rails, and hulls of the boards unfortunately I can’t make that video. Currently sniper only offer a normal channel system but hopefully there is something on the way soon in our 2022 range! Will keep you up to date as I know more and you can always watch the channel for extra things I have.

Thanks for the video! I actually made something similar to those deluxe fin tethers by sewing some Velcro to an old Wetsuit I chopped up. I use a pair of symmetrical Custom-X fins, and the main benefit I have found is that the tethers prevent chafing around the ankles. However, I may look into buying a pair of these, mainly because they just look way cooler🤙

@waltysalamander

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I have everything custom x except for their fins, custom x board, custom x leash, and custom x fin savers, but once you switch to Churchill's (or try Limited Edition because they're the same fins in more colors) fins you'll never go back. They're great.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

Ja they are a super cool colour! Hope you enjoy the product. 🤙🏼

useful info 👍 cheers

@iaincampbell_

10 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you, great video! ✌

I'm using delux for the same reason you don't, the S size is too small and the M is a little to big, but with a 1mm neoprene sock and Delux it's fits perfect, also if it's too cold, I can do the same with a L size and use a scuba dive sock to be able to have at least 5mm neoprene, specially in this situation the delux helps a lot, but as you said, it's too difficult to change between fins, so I always buy with the fin and never remove it, even when I'm retiring the fin, because if I need it for a friend, it's better to already be there.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

For sure man. There are a lot of people who prefer one over the other but I just like the ties. Find it a bit easier.

is it possible to use both? like at the same time

@iaincampbell_

5 ай бұрын

Definitely possible but I think it would be unnecessary…

Nice tips

Can you explain for you which fins are best ?

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

There is only one fin I recommend and that is churchill because I am sponsored by them.

Where can you find shoelaces with the 2 loops you mentioned at the beginning?

@iaincampbell_

3 ай бұрын

662 Mob sell the best ones I’ve seen…

What about Velcro cuff type ? Used them for years

@iaincampbell_

8 ай бұрын

They work too. These are just two other options.

Hello, are these shoelaces with a double loop specially designed that way or you made the loops? Do you have a Link for them. Thanks

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

They are specifically made that way. You can find them on 662 website...

I am trying to find instructions on how to put these fins savers on the flipper, this video did not show me !

@iaincampbell_

Жыл бұрын

You have to undo the strap and open them up. I’ll try do one when I have a set at home but right now I am away do pretty difficult.

@0warami_7oo

Жыл бұрын

@@iaincampbell_ all good mate, I worked it out, was a bit tricky ,no instructions provided with the purchase!

Fuck me dead, i didnt even think of shoe laces OMG it makes sense

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

Where can I find the shoelace ones

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

You can get them on Bodyboard-Depot.com

What’s a good recommendation for a wider foot? Da fins are too narrow with fin socks for me

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

There is only one fin I recommend and that is churchill because I am sponsored by them.

@mcflyboarder9537

3 жыл бұрын

@Boogie Kook74, I have a wide foot and I use a pair of ML Freedom fins with a heel strap. Very comfy! I used to have a pair of Churchill Slashers, which were so comfy and suited DK well, but I left them at the beach after being chased out the water by a shark. Was so freaked out I left them in the car park along with my pants 😂

Bit it adds so much xtra drag while prone though.

@iaincampbell_

4 ай бұрын

It’s really not that bad… most of the time you don’t even feel it!

@goorant

4 ай бұрын

@@iaincampbell_ oops I was talking bout the padding in back of the fin not the shoelaces. Lol

@iaincampbell_

4 ай бұрын

@@goorant that wouldn't drag at all, it's out of the water most of the time..

@goorant

4 ай бұрын

@@iaincampbell_ srry I meant the Achilles pad. Drag when dipping/paddling/riding. I had em . Lotsa drag. Am from oahu hawaii.

Hey mate, what brand of fins would you recommend for someone with wide feet?

@iaincampbell_

2 жыл бұрын

Churchills.

hey iaian! when you use your gopro while surfing do you also use a waterproof case or do you just rely on it being waterproof itself? Thanks!

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

I use it as it comes out the box with no housing. We don’t get pressure that’s strong enough to break it.

@supermono32

3 жыл бұрын

@@iaincampbell_ thanks so much!

Hey ian, do you know which is the best go pro accessory for beginning body board filming. I was thinking mouth piece. What do u use?

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

This is what I am using... all the links are below in the description of the video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/aqqg2smEk9zeebA.html

What's the piece of neoprene on top of your fin pocket?

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

That is how the Pro makapuu churchill fins come... check them out here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/haB6t6uypcSpgdI.html

Would having a swimfin setup for lightweight help with performing moves that involve leg mobility and contortion? For example, I wear neoprene socks, ankle guard, and Velcro fin tether and it feels heavy like a 1lb ankle weight compared to a no booty and shoelace combo. Or maybe I should just do more yoga and stretch 😅.

@iaincampbell_

3 жыл бұрын

It might just be a comfort thing. I don’t feel it will impact you any different though. Still ride the same!

@Hindsight46

3 жыл бұрын

@@iaincampbell_ Thanks man! Response is much appreciated.

@Speenard

2 жыл бұрын

I’m planning on wearing 3mm socks and thinking about getting deluxe fin tethers. Did you get the same size fins for your recommended foot size? Or did you have to size up with that much neoprene?

Lo

@fucknitekid3104

3 жыл бұрын

What’s ur number