Choosing Fins For Bodyboarding
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Send to a friend by YMSwim fins are necessary equipment for bodyboarding. However, they must be fins designed specifically for wave riding to insure proper functioning and to prevent unnecessary loss.
Fins are an essential part of your bodyboarding arsenal, second only to the bodyboard itself. When choosing bodyboarding swim fins there are many things to consider. Most importantly, use only fins that were designed for surfing. Generally speaking, this means fins that are designed for bodyboarding (and even bodysurfing.) Many bodyboard manufacturers also market their own swim fins so this is a good place to start.
Bodyboarding fins typically have a short blade compared to diving fins to give you quick bursts of speed. The ankle strap designs are made to keep the fins on your feet as your ankles rotate when kicking the legs. Many fin models also float which may save your investment if they do become separated from your feet. (Note: fin tethers are also a wise investment. These fin leashes attach above the ankles and keep the fins attached to your body if they do come off of your feet.)
Do not underestimate the value of comfort when choosing bodyboarding fins. If the foot pocket is too stiff or to narrow, the fins will induce foot cramps. If the fins are too loose they will rub against your skin and cause blisters on the feet or cuts on the ankles.
Protection from cuts and blisters by swim fins can easily be obtained by wearing neoprene fin “booties”. There are full booties that look like socks which also provide much needed warmth for those cold winter sessions, as well as actual “fin socks” which have a heel cutout to facilitate full ankle movement while still protecting the feet from cuts and abrasions.
Choose your bodyboarding fins wisely. Don’t rely on the latest cool gimmick or insist on color coordinating with your board or wetsuit. Try the fins on. Wiggle your toes. Rotate the ankles. Make sure they fit comfortably and they aren’t loose in areas that will rub against your skin. If you plan to wear booties or fin socks, make sure you wear these while auditioning your future fins since your foot size may increase by up to a full shoe size. Now go catch some waves!
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