Everything You Need To Know About Bodyboard Swimfins With Jay Reale - Bodyboard-School
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- čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
- 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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Very well explained.
This helped a bunch thank you!
thank you
No worries at all, Check out our other videos for more tips!
Great video, very useful, thanks a lot
So glad that you found it useful!
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!
First time
I try fins today let’s see how it goes ahah
Do it! They're a game changer : )
What brand of fins are these with the "T" looking letter on top? I wouldn't mind trying the symmetric Black/ Green ones
great video! All I know are viper fins and I love them. Someone stole them so I need new fins! 😞
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
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
Do you get these off amazon
Really wish I hadve seen this video before I purchased my fins 😭
Sorry you didn't see it before! Hopefully it will be useful going forward, Rob
I love my churchills. Had to buy two pairs as insurance. 😂
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
@@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.
The Churchills would always make the Sides of my feet cramp up
Im very happy with Hot Buttered Octoblade, but, what do you think about these fins?
If they work for you stick with them. It can be quite a challenge finding a fin that suits and feels comfortable.
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.
Nice tip, thanks for sharing 👌
do those fin "sinches" actually work? I feel like it could still slip off the heel?
I was wondering same thing and If it’s good to use with fin socks
Should I get neoprene socks for dafin fins. Just wondering.
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
I hope Viper V7 size XL will be in stock again soon!
Stay in touch with the guys at ebodyboarding and they will get you fixed up! Great fins.
Thanks. Will do.
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You outta rename this video to “everything you need to know about fin accessories “
Makes sense! Hope that you found it useful. Thanks Rob
Who else is here after losing a fin
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.
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 :)
Ow ahah
yucca ultra soft #1 dafin is the worst.