If you’re working on your Lead Arm Trail Arm (LATA) swimming or just trying to improve your time on the PAST, you might be considering buying your first set of fins. Remember, you are not required to purchase any additional training equipment, and everything you need will be provided once you formally begin your training pipeline. However, if you are going to purchase a set of fins while in the DEP here are a few things to consider;
1. Cost
2. Length of the Fin
3. Open Heel vs. Closed Heel
4. Stiffness of the Fin
5. Bootie or No Bootie
Generally speaking your fins need to match your training goals. For most AFSW candidates this means learning how to utilize the LATA stroke. In the pipeline you will be using a rigid diving fin similar to the SCUBAPRO Jet Fin;
or the Aqualung Rocket;
It’s important to understand that both of these fins are designed to be used with booties. Additionally, if you are new to finning they can be hard on the feet and ankles. Therefore, you may want to consider starting out with a flexible closed heel type of fin such as the Deep See Sea Star Fin;
https://www.amazon.com/Deep-See-Star-Adults-Full/dp/B00S7J4R64
If you have additional questions, please contact your T3i Developer.
