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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I was watching a sports program on TV just now and they had a segment on our prize butterfly swimmer Kaio Márcio. I think he had the 100 meter short pool record or something like that. Maybe it was the 50 meter. Anyway, they showed him swimming at his club up north (Brazil) and he was wearing monofins! I haven't seen any of those in any sports shop, but I am away from the big centers. That is on my list of to buy stuff. I'll check it out on the internet and see how much it costs plus shipping here. My first butterfly competiton will be in about two months. So far I've only been doing drills and freestyle, just building some endurance. I will soon begin to do some fly drills or swims. billy fanstone
I was watching a sports program on TV just now and they had a segment on our prize butterfly swimmer Kaio Márcio. I think he had the 100 meter short pool record or something like that. Maybe it was the 50 meter. Anyway, they showed him swimming at his club up north (Brazil) and he was wearing monofins! I haven't seen any of those in any sports shop, but I am away from the big centers. That is on my list of to buy stuff. I'll check it out on the internet and see how much it costs plus shipping here. My first butterfly competiton will be in about two months. So far I've only been doing drills and freestyle, just building some endurance. I will soon begin to do some fly drills or swims. billy fanstone
