Hertrich
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Hi Folks,
I'm a newcomer to scuba and to ScubaBoard, and am looking forward to learning and diving more. Just finished up the confined water part of my OW training, will be finishing up the OW training in September.
I have general questions on 2 areas for the SB knowledge base that I've not been quite able to figure out through searching other threads. Any and all input on these points would be great, and let me know if I'm over thinking anything.
1 - Fins -
2 - Computers -
Thanks!
I'm a newcomer to scuba and to ScubaBoard, and am looking forward to learning and diving more. Just finished up the confined water part of my OW training, will be finishing up the OW training in September.
I have general questions on 2 areas for the SB knowledge base that I've not been quite able to figure out through searching other threads. Any and all input on these points would be great, and let me know if I'm over thinking anything.
1 - Fins -
- I am using Seawing Nova fins. When I do a flutter kick I find the fins hit each other as they pass. Is this pretty normal with most fins, is it just a matter of adjusting my leg position to not do that?
- After a while in the pool, my achilles tendon feels sore, I can feel the fin strap pressing on it (my girlfriend who is taking OW with me doesn't feel anything like that). Is that to be expected or is it an issue?
- The fit of the fins with 5 mm boots seems fine, but how much movement of the foot pocket is noticeable when in the water? I can feel some vertical movement (relative to the flat of the fin). Is a more flexible pocket that hugs your foot better?
- My girlfriend has the Scubapro Twin Jets (not the Max). I've tested them out and they do feel somewhat easier on the feet/legs. Any input on these fins? And are the Max versions much better or not worth the extra weight/price?
2 - Computers -
- I'm looking at getting an Oceanic Veo 2, seems like a fairly decent computer for a beginner. Anyone know of any issues to note? Any suggestions of alternatives in the < $350/400 range (I've considered the Mares Puck Pro, but the one button interface seems likely to be aggravating...)?
- People talk of the conservative nature of the Suunto's, but it seems they are used all over the world by all levels of people. How much does that really impact a recreational diver who is just starting out?
Thanks!