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Subgear Real Carbon Fins
Subgear has the deepest diving Stereo fins in the world. William Winram wore the Carbon S1 for his last stereo fin world record, reaching a depth of 94 meters. Developed in partnership with Trygons and tested by some of the world’s best freedivers, you can expect an unbelievable performance.
“I adore the fins – great power, great feel, so light, super comfortable. My dives were far deeper and far longer and the fins literally feel like an amazing natural extension of my legs – but they are almost unnoticable.“
Julie Andersen, Founder & Executive Director, Shark Angels, Freediver and Scuba Diver
“What I discovered to be the distinctive feature of the S1 Fins was the very apparent lack of effort required – they were so light on my feet I had to check they were still there more than once! This is a great feature for a freediving fin, the embodiment of maximum propulsion for minimum effort.”
Mike Wells, freediving record-holder and freediving training director at SSI
Carbon Fibre Technology – Just like Formula 1
Carbon blades provide the best performance in freediving fins. And Subgear uses the highest available carbon fibre possible, similar to that used in Formula 1 cars and aircraft.
Increased Powerplus Comfort
The transfer of power from the body to the blade is through a single inelastic band. This band directs the energy to where it is needed and nowhere else. The feet are comfortable in the incredibly soft rubber foot pockets and the hydrodynamic shape reduces any resistance, giving them an enormous hydrodynamic advantage over the competition.
Unique Development Technic
Each component – the foot pockets, the blade and the side rails are designed individually so that each single element offers the maximum performance. The result is a push that even the beginner will not fail to notice.
The new soft foot-pocket plays no part in the blade bending. Traditionally, the rigidity of the foot-pocket rail was used to power the blade. These fins were called 100% carbon, where in fact, most of their actual elasticity and firmness originated from the rubber foot-pocket rail.
The rail piece is there only for streamlining the flow and nothing more. As a direct result, the blades are thicker and stiffer than before. The new blades do the work by themselves. Subgear claim that these are the first ever REAL fibre reinforced fins.
Shark Angel and free diver Julie Andersen had a unique and wonderful experience during one of her many freedives with the Carbon fins. Check out “The Black Swan” video here.
CarbonFins
Carbon S1: Stereo fins – made with 99% Carbon for an incomparable force and unbeatable performance.
Carbon S2: Stereo fins –made with a combination of carbon and fiberglass for a top quality/price ratio.
Carbon M1: Monofin – a carbon and fiberglass compound, designed to avoid cramping.
The Carbon Fins are available from all authorised Subgear dealers. RRP S1 Stereo £369, S2 Eco Stereo £199, M1 Mono £269, Stream Pro £65. The M1 Mono will be available later in the year.
Shark Images: Annette Robertson
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May the 4th be with you!
Oyster Diving have recently been given exclusive access to offer scuba diving courses and fun dives at Mercers Lake, a beautiful lake near M25/Gatwick in the UK.
Oyster have just launched their own dive boat ‘The Blue Pear’ to explore various parts of the lake. Divers can glide around the underwater woodland, see lots of fish and decent visibility. Out of the water divers set up in the purpose built kitting up area, unwind in a warm shower, and off-gas in the café & licensed bar.
To celebrate the start of the summer season, AquaSports and Oyster Diving have teamed up to host a Star Wars-themed open day on the 4th May.
Guests will be able to enjoy discounted tasters of various watersports including Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Canoeing and Sailing. Oyster Diving will be joined by Apeks and possibly other dive manufacturers to display their latest products. Demo gear will be available for qualified divers and Oyster’s sales support team will be on hand for customers with any questions.
Divers wishing to get in the water will need to book in via Oyster Diving’s website where you can also choose to hire any equipment. Non-divers and well behaved dogs are very welcome!
As well as the watersports there will also be music, food and a licensed bar. The fun starts at 10am and finishes around 4.30pm.
Please come along, wear your finest Stormtrooper or Princess Leia outfit and enjoy the fun!
For more details contact: mark@oysterdiving.com
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Gear Showcase: The Nomad Ray Sidemount System from Dive Rite
Dive Rite was founded in 1984 by technical divers and cave explorers with the goal to make the very best scuba diving equipment available. Gear that can be trusted on the most extreme dives and exceed expectations in any environment: reef, wreck, cave, or quarry.
The Nomad Ray is the product of years of design, development, field testing, and feedback from some of the world’s leading sidemount divers and instructors.
The Nomad Ray is available in black, blue, OD green, pink, or red. If you happen to find yourself in a tight spot, the Ray’s abrasion-resistant “skid plate” will have your back: providing wear protection exactly where it’s needed the most. SuperFabric® is a fast drying, highly durable, and slash-resistant material. The Nomad Ray Sidemount System is ready to perform in the toughest diving environments.
The Nomad Ray can be easily adjusted to comfortably fit all body types. The independently adjustable harness design can be quickly set up for any diver. Shoulder and waist webbing can be replaced independently if damaged or trimmed too short. The Nomad Ray uses a fast, tool-free bungee length adjustment system. Simply pull to the desired length, tie a single overhand knot, and tuck the excess into the integrated sleeve. A quick-adjust belly band with a custom moulded bungee hook keeps the wing wrapped snugly around the diver’s body.
A zipper on the inside of the Nomad Ray wing allows for access to three integrated weight pockets capable of holding up to five pounds of each of hard or soft weight.
To find out more go to https://www.diverite.com/products/nomad-sidemount/nomad-ray-sidemount-system/.
Sea & Sea is the home of Dive Rite and other leading diving brands in the UK.
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