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Brand: Oceanic

Located in: Essential Equipment, Fins

VROOM! Speed, comfort, and maneuverability; you can have it all with the Vortex V-16. The V-16 combines the patented design concepts divers have come to expect from Oceanic with a new mix of materials that enhance performance and style. Compared to conventional fins, the V-16 is up to 30% faster and more efficient, with less effort, stress and strain resulting in greater comfort and control.r comfort and control.

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4.7 stars

(based on 14 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Sizing:

Feels true to size(11)

Width:

Feels true to width(12)

Pros:

Accommodates boots(11), Comfortable(11), Efficient(8)

Best Uses:

Recreation(9), SCUBA(9), Snorkeling(6)

Describe Yourself:

Advanced diver(8), Recreational diver(3)

Great Fins

By Weststigers77

from Sydney Australia on 10/31/2010

Sizing:

Feels half size too big

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Best Uses:

Recreation

Describe Yourself:

Advanced

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

I've used Tusa Imprex fins since I began diving more than 10 yrs ago (until I lost one in rough seas a month ago). I never thought of any reason to upgrade fins but now that I've used the V-16 for the 1st time today I'm glad my Imprex decided to go by by. The fit is great, power is superb (both on surface & down deep) & the spring heal strap make on/off a breeze. Will not let these ones go any time soon!!

Very comfortable and efficient!

By RN Underwater

from New Zealand on 3/17/2010

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Best Uses:

SCUBA

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

The V16s are very comfortable but more importantly you feel like you've got a lot more power behind you than you do with other split fins.

The design is more ridged making this a good mid point between splits and paddle fins.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

No cons with this product

By ReefRunner from Atlanta, GA on 5/25/2009

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA, Snorkeling

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

Good propulsion, minimal exertion

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Defffinately get wet!

By Sharkbaite

from Monterey Bay, CA on 1/15/2009

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Comfortable

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

I have used these fins thus far once a week and they always feel the same, good.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great fins

By Mossad

from Philadelphia, PA on 11/20/2008

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

These are my first fins and they are great. Without any effort I zoom past people and have to slow down. The only thing I noticed, not sure if this happens with other fins, is the first few times I used these fins the outside bottom of the fin (where my foot is) was slippery on the ground (pool). It is no longer a problem as the bottom is now scuffed from being rubbed on hard/grainy services.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Great purchase

By Ham

from Naples Florida on 9/3/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA, Snorkeling

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

My wife and I manage to get about 30 dives in a year and we have always used a traditional fin. I was surprised at how effortless it was to use this split fin. When I first used them I mistakenly associated less effort with less propulsion which was definitely not the case. [...]

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Amazing Fins...

By Scuba Lu from Sydney, Australia on 9/1/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA, Snorkeling

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

Amazing fins that make you swim extra fast

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Nice fit good speed

By jwithee

from Orono, ME on 7/1/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable

Best Uses:

Recreation

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

I'm a fairly new diver, but I found these to be very comfortable with my Seasoft Stealth boots and easy to kick.

Service & Delivery comments:

A++ Service!!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Less work more speed and comfort

By The Hunter Joe from Logan, UT. on 4/11/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Very Efficient

Cons:

Alittle pricey

Best Uses:

All levels of Scuba

Describe Yourself:

Technical Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

I have been a Master Dive Instructor for over 15 years. I have used alot of different fins over the years and these are some of the best I have used. The first time I used them I wasn't sure I had fins on because of the ease of kicking. With the spring straps they are way easy to put on and take off. A pleasure to dive with.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

wow

By aquadiva

from York, Maine on 11/29/2007

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Best Uses:

SCUBA

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

I am an advanced female diver whom couldnt wait to try out this fin. It was all and more than I had hoped for. Completely comfortable, much less leg stress w/o comprimising the power of thrust. I felt much more at ease and maneaverable with my camera and the fin straps are easy to manipulate while donning on and off. It certaintly made my last diving trip to Roatan much more pleasurable. I love this fin. They feel like a natural apendage while diving down under.

[3 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

less effort more speed

By Pat

from Des Moines, IA on 11/8/2007

Sizing:

Feels half size too big

Width:

Feels too wide

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable

Cons:

Needed a bigger boot sole

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA, Snorkeling

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

Really feel great in the water. Needed a heavy soled boot to make them feel snug.

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Unbelievable!

By Papi Chulo from Stuart, FL on 8/28/2007

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Effortless speed

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

Tec/Hunting

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

Effortless speed at half the air consumption. These fins have arrived & you should believe the hype. Excellent in twisting turning situations or flat out speed. I don't care if you're bugging or spearfishing, these will get you on the prey! (my dive-master said they weren't worth it,...now he's chasing me across long flat out stretches.)
They cost a little more, but one use & you'll see where that money went.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good fins.

By lillisa from fairfield on 8/27/2007

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, EASY ON EASY OFF, Efficient

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA, Snorkeling

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver, Beginner, Divemaster, Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

Good fins!!! Fins are easy to get on and off plus very, very comfortable. As for the speed and efficiency...I'll have to get back with you on that one, I only used them a few times, in very calm water. Great for all divers.

Great fins

By Eric

from Toledo, OH on 7/31/2007

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Accommodates Boots, Comfortable, Efficient

Best Uses:

Recreation, SCUBA, Snorkeling

Describe Yourself:

Beginner, Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Oceanic Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps:

These fins are great. I love the split fin design, makes kicking almost effortless. I haven't been able to find a con with them yet!

Customer Reviews about the Oceanic Vortex V-16 Split Fins with Spring Heel Straps at Leisure Pro