best type of fins for tubing

hey guys looking for fins, i actually bought some US Diver Hingeflex II and haven't tried them out yet, was wondering what everyones take on them is. [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] today I was at sport chalet and they have a ton of fins, im willing to spend the money on a great fin, do tubers need a more firm fin for thrust? I asked the guy at sport chalet he said depends on kicking style, but i dont know my style. looking at these [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] or if you guys can check out all the fins here and give me some other options im kinda stuck on what to buy [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] my buddy is a diver and says the mares volo are great, but im tubing so not quite sure. thank for any help guys.

I myself use dive Fins,I have a pair of imprex tri ex Fins.they work pretty good for me.if ur looking to invest,ive heard the force Fins r top notch or hot spot Fins r a bit cheaper.

I use the hotspot fins and I love them. They are about $70 at turner's

I have the Mares Volo, only in a closed heel fin. These are meant for racing, and as such are fairly long fins compared to diving/snorkeling fins. while you can get some decent speed out of them, they require more leg power to get them going, and they take some getting use to with regards to maneuvering your tube in tight spaces. They are imho great for long kicks, although they will tend to tire your legs out a tad quicker that shorter fins.

And for reference, i fish out of a fishcat that sits pretty high out of the water, only my knees down to my feet are in the water, also, being almost 64 yrs old, anyone can use these it's just a matter of personal preference. On a side note, I'd be happy to drag race anyone here for 25 yards...

i have some big 5 fins, they are really short but i just got them because i really wanted a pair of fins just to tube and was in a rush so i just bought the cheapest ones i saw. It was my first time going out on my tube and didn't know but IMO my fins suck Im looking to buy a new and longer pair of fins.

thanks for the quick feedback guys your comments are appreciated. But since I already have those US Diver Hingeflex II's you think I should give them a try or just take them back??

evosamurai wrote:thanks for the quick feedback guys your comments are appreciated. But since I already have those US Diver Hingeflex II's you think I should give them a try or just take them back??

Give them a try, if your not happy, you can always sell them, or keep them for loaners or back ups..