I have seen a lot of references to monofins lately and have been wondering about them. They seem a little on the expensive side for an impulse-purchase. What are the differences between the different models? What are the advantages of a monofin over a regular pair of fins? Are there things took for or to avoid? Are they a pain to lug to and from workout? Do people look at you funny like when you wear the center-mount snorkels? :eek: Any other consumer advice?
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Here is the list of monofins for sale through amazon.com with prices and the descriptions given on their site.
monofins at amazon.com
Competitor Monofin $302.99/$257.54
The Competitor Monofin is designed for Monofin Racing. It is the fastest of all FINIS monofins.
Trainer monofin $148.99/$126.64
The Trainer Monofin has a longer fiberglass blade for development of proper streamlining and dolphin kick motion. Ideal for lengthening of stroke, improving body balance, and core muscle conditioning.
The Trainer 1 is the classic model for use by all abilities.
The Trainer 2's fiberglass blade is 25% stiffer than the Trainer 1 - for serious training.
Rapid Monofin $105.99/$100.69
The Rapid Monofin is the ultimate Extreme Swimming accessory. Achieve speeds up to 6 mph!
The Shooter Monofin $99.99
The Shooter Monofin allows for quick kicking action. Designed to simulate race pace kick tempo. Makes it easier to swim butterfly correctly for longer periods of time without suffering from the usual stroke decay. Ideal for butterfly, breaststroke arm recovery drills, backstroke underwater work, starts, and turns.
Tempo Monofin $54.99
For women's fitness. Tone your abs, buttocks and thighs with power swimming.
Wave Monofin $36.95
For children.
Here is the list of monofins for sale through amazon.com with prices and the descriptions given on their site.
monofins at amazon.com
Competitor Monofin $302.99/$257.54
The Competitor Monofin is designed for Monofin Racing. It is the fastest of all FINIS monofins.
Trainer monofin $148.99/$126.64
The Trainer Monofin has a longer fiberglass blade for development of proper streamlining and dolphin kick motion. Ideal for lengthening of stroke, improving body balance, and core muscle conditioning.
The Trainer 1 is the classic model for use by all abilities.
The Trainer 2's fiberglass blade is 25% stiffer than the Trainer 1 - for serious training.
Rapid Monofin $105.99/$100.69
The Rapid Monofin is the ultimate Extreme Swimming accessory. Achieve speeds up to 6 mph!
The Shooter Monofin $99.99
The Shooter Monofin allows for quick kicking action. Designed to simulate race pace kick tempo. Makes it easier to swim butterfly correctly for longer periods of time without suffering from the usual stroke decay. Ideal for butterfly, breaststroke arm recovery drills, backstroke underwater work, starts, and turns.
Tempo Monofin $54.99
For women's fitness. Tone your abs, buttocks and thighs with power swimming.
Wave Monofin $36.95
For children.
