what fins are these?

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crab4life

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what type of fins are these. I know they are mares but I am unaware or the model. also they are asking 35 bucks for them. Could someone please shed some light on these please?
 
IMG_5440.jpg sorry my phone was acting up. Here is the picture
 
I really am looking to get SCubaPro Novas. They pulled these out and said these would be as good for $35. Are they right? Are these fins any good?
 
I really am looking to get SCubaPro Novas. They pulled these out and said these would be as good for $35. Are they right? Are these fins any good?

As good as/for what? Did they mention specifics. Assuming they fit, for $35 if nothing else they'd make a good spare set. I've never worn them so can't say. I owned the Novas, very comfortable, very easy to generate speed. I found them too floppy to frog kick effectively in. They are also too buoyant for me as I have floaty feet. I sold them. For most people fins are personal preference and like shoes many end up owning more than one pair anyway. Good luck making a decision.

---------- Post added March 27th, 2014 at 11:39 AM ----------

What kick style do you prefer?

---------- Post added March 27th, 2014 at 11:44 AM ----------

I wouldn't pay more than $20 unless you really want them. They are around $100 new. The Novas do come with a bungee strap which is nice. IMO the Novas are more suited to flutter kicks.

---------- Post added March 27th, 2014 at 11:46 AM ----------

Heres a review by the boss man:

http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/fins-masks-snorkels/415138-mares-volo-power-fin-review.html
 
OP, look like big ole brogans....:)
 
sorry, I have a pair of raptors that I like for slow laxidasical dives, but i am looking for a pair of fins for salt water diving for moderate currents

---------- Post added March 27th, 2014 at 10:20 AM ----------

I just pretty much kick.Never really picked a kick cycle to stick with
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/swift/

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