Mares Avanti Quattro - ABS Buckles Replacement?

[glimmertwins]

Does anyone know if there are available fin buckles and strap to replace the ABS Plus that come on Avanti Quattro fins? I can't stand how difficult these buckles are to use, and want to replace them with a more traditional and easy-to-open-and-close system.

Thanks!

 

[ScubaSteve]

Have you ever considered spring straps? I will never own another pair of fins without them. There are a couple different options in spring straps (check with your LDS). Just an option to consider.

 

[ianr33]

Yep,those buckles suck.

Throw them away and get some spring straps.

 

[DevonDiver]

Get some spring straps.

 

[ScubaSteve]

I am seeing a trend here......

 

[Kilili]

My solution was to lock them permanently and just rely on the natural stretch in the strap to put on and remove. Worked out fine for years. Now I wear Atomics, and yes, use the spring straps.