If you haven’t got feet and legs of steel, you’re likely going to need to use fins while snorkelling. Sure, you can go out into the wide open ocean barefoot, but it won’t be long before you’re tired from all that kicking and ready for a break. Fins are an essential piece of snorkelling equipment that not only enhance the quality of your practice, but make it way more enjoyable on your behalf as well.
That said, a lot of people think that fins are just an unnecessary add-on, or something that’s not gonna add much value to their snorkelling activity. We do know that sometimes fins sound too good to be true, but the fact is that they exist for a reason – and snorkellers worldwide are dependant on their fins for a reason!
If you’re not sure about how fins affect snorkelling, or how to ensure you’re using them properly when you’re out at sea, then keep reading for a primer on how to use fins and how they’ll advance your practice.
