Comments about Aeris Aeris Velocity XP Split Fins:

These are the first fins that I have purchased for myself and I must say they were worth the price. I purchased them with a package so I payed less than individual price, but I would buy these again. I have previously used my dad's 23-year-old "Turbo" fins (I don't know the brand name) and my instructor's Tusa Imprex fins. These propel my through the water much faster with less effort. The only con is the heel strap. They can be hard to loosen and/or rebuckle when in the water, which can be a big problem if you are trying to take them off to hand to someone on a boat, while holding the ladder at the same time. Simple fix- spring straps. Great product apart from the heel straps.

Comments about Aeris Aeris Velocity XP Split Fins:

This is my first pair. I can't compare

Comments about Aeris Aeris Velocity XP Split Fins:

I wish Aeris would make all their fins pockets the same size. My first fins were Aeris Makos, and I needed a small/med. Then I decided to move to split fins and got the Aeris Velocity Duo and I needed a Med/Large, then I got a really good deal on the Velocity XP and I had to get a small. (I wear a size 9 bootie)Anyways enough about sizes, these fins are really nice, I've used them a few times in the local Quarry now and they really got some kick to them. They are pretty light and seem to propel me through the water very nicely, as well as working nicely on the surface though I'm not sure if I can really tell much difference between these and my previous Velocity Duo fins. Are they worth [$] ? Probably not, are they worth [$], absolutely, make sure you get some spring fin straps though.

Comments about Aeris Aeris Velocity XP Split Fins:

I did a lot of background reading on split fins before I finally bought one. I have been using the same paddle-type fins for the last 15 years (Dacor Integra) and have been generally pleased with it. Even while purchasing this Aeris Velocity XP Split fins, I was not 100% convinced that this split fin design had real efficiency advantages as opposed to merely a "perceived" advantage. (As a side note, the Aeris Velocity XP fins is heavier than my paddle fins but lighter than the Apollo Split fins).
After using my old fins in my first dive of the day, I switched to the new fins for my next dive. I can categorically state, as far as my experience goes, that there is efficiency in this fins -- it felt lighter to kick with more speed at the same time. I had two other people in my party try it before I told them of my own experience. We all agreed unequivocally that there was a clear advantage. There was no arguing or "I'm not really sure" feelings. It was immediately conclusive with all three of us. (One of them said that he was going to replace his ScubaPro paddle fins, which he had been using for the last 7 years, as soon as he gets the chance as a result of this experience).
The cons I have with this particular make are two fold, first, the toe area had too much vertical play (I was using a 3mm Henderson Gold Core boot with full soles). I felt I was not being able to take full advantage (maximum leverage)as a result of the lack of a snug fit. The second issue I have is that the buckle (female section) of the fins' straps that is attached to the fins rotates freely. As a result, I find myself having to properly position the buckle to be able to insert the other end. (Not an easy thing to do when you are trying to restrap the fins in the water with one hand while bobbing up and down from the waves) It's an unnecessary chore that could be avoided if the manufacturer had put more thought into it (other fin brands limit the rotation to about 30 degrees which makes a lot more sense).