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Mares "Volo Power" Open Heel Fins
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Mares "Volo Power" Open Heel Fins Small Blue
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Shopper Ok heres my dilemma I need new fins, my wife has let me use her 11 year old volo powers the last couple of days, while I like the way they feel on my foot in the water they still felt a little soft and if I had to try and swim against a good current I could easliy out kick them. So has Mares made them stiffer in the couple of years or not. The other fin I'm looking at are the mares super channel but no one has a pair I can try. Help me here ?
Mike Welch
STEVEN C The volo power fin is the fastest paddle fin that I have experienced diving with. They are very flexible for ease of torque on the feet, after multiple dives. I've never had a problem with blowing out of this fin when in strong currents or when tracking down sharks, turtles, and eagle rays for a photo shot. If your looking for a paddle fin, these are the best all around to dive with.
MICHELE H I have two pairs that are a few years old. I have no problem in any current including 4 knots in Palau and swifts currents in the channels of Australia. My only issue was they broke around the hole openings but mares did replace them ans since then they have lasted
SCOTT B I have used a pair of Mares Quattros for years. They are stiffer and more stable (I do video) but strain the calve muscles more. I plan to still use them but bought the Volos for their cruising comfort. If you want even more power try a split fin but expect to lose some of the stability/control you have with the paddle-types. I have not tried the newer designs that reportedly mix the two. Good luck.
SERGEI M Volo Power (my son's, in XL) is a bit stiffer than the original Volo (mine, also in XL). But you can't easily outkick either model, in my experience. You will be able to make powerful enough stokes without fearing crams and fast fatigue, that's how it works with Volo. Having said that, if you really can handle three feet long freedive fins with ease, perhaps you are shopping in the wrong department now. Volo fins designed predominantly for recreational divers and for that use they are made powerful by all means without risk of overstraining your legs. If you read 48(!) reviews of Volo Power, you will find no complaints about them being too soft. The total score is 4.6 -I rarely see better reviews. My next pair, if a need arises will be the same Volo I have now, or, perhaps, Volo Power.
MARTHA B Sorry cannot really help as I purchased theses fins for my brother. As far as I know he is happy with them. Several divers that I know are using these fins. Hope this is helpful.
J C L I used plana avanti fins for 500+ dives and replaced them w/volo power and have used them for 3months last year in bonaire [ 2 dives a day ] they are effortless...even in strong currents.
Reid K I have tried my wive's Volos, which I really like, but what is the difference between her Volos and these Volo Power fins?
NATHANIEL M I wouldn't call myself an expert and I certainly don't pretend to be one. I am a avid diver and divecon with SSI (dive master/ asst instructer) so I'm not a beginner either. I do own these fins and I am quite happy with their performance. I would think the only difference would be the power fins may be a bit stiffer than your wife's to add extra power and speed. The volo is know as a flexible fin in the industry so I wouldn't worry about it being too stiff. It's certainly not mares stiffest. The difference also may be the name only and you might not find any discernible difference between them and your wife's. My best advice would be not to take my word or any other diver's oppinion alone, call Mares. They have contact info on there site and manufactures are very helpful in general. I do personally like Mares fins and believe the Volos to be high proformance fins. Hope that helps. Good Diving!
MICHELE H Can't comment, you did not say what type of Volos your wife has,but the ones shown i have and love them, I have two pairs, one gray and blue, both the same
Shopper please compare mares volo fins vs. scubapro seawing nova fins.
which one is lighter and more powerful, less efforts?
NEIL H Mares Volo Power Fins are the only fins we use. I have not tried Scubapro Seawing Nova Fins.
Mares Volo Power Fins push you through the water with little effort. I used to have problems with leg cramps. I don't have the leg cramping with the Mares Volo Power Fins.
Both my wife and I have 2 pair of the Mares Volo Power Fins. One to fit with the thick sole boot and one to fit with the Mares thin soft sole boot.
If you have the chance to try them out, go for it. I have tried other fins. I always go back to my Mares Volo Power Fins.
I have no complaints with the Mares Volo Power Fins.
DOUGLAS J only had a change to use the fins once but they are very easy to use, lots of power and little effort
PATRICK N I have owned both fins. Both are excellent and depending on your style of kick are good choice. Overall, I liked the Scubapros better. I first started on them when my wife needed a new pair of fins. We ended up buying a pair each. Just sayin. They are lighter, shorter, but when I really needed that extra thrust and speed, they performed like champs. Scubapro guarantees them for lifetime, including the spring heel straps. Watch your kick, keep your legs absolutely straight, flick your foot at the end, and you'll find this combo unbelievable to say the least. When gliding, I just flick my foot or dolphin kick. Frog kicks are also easy. You can glide around coral and wrecks without worry. I really didn't understand the need for a slalom fin before, but these are fun.
MARC P I have owned Mares Volo Power Open Heel fins for past 4 years and love them! They are relatively light weight, flexible and very powerful with appropriate effort. I don't have any experience with scubapro seawing nova fins...sorry...cannot compare from direct experience.
Shopper What is the difference between the volo power open and closed heel?
LeisurePro S An open heeled fin has a foot pocket with an adjustable strap in the back that you tighten around your heel. A closed fin is much more like shoe with a foot pocket that surrounds your whole foot.
Shopper I have these fins and would like to get spring clips for them. Do you carry them?
LeisurePro S Yes, you have a few options. Products BLREZQLR, MNTFSB, and MNTFSCM should all fit on the Mares Volo Power fins.
Shopper Do the Volo Power fins have the old buckle system with the red switch or the new ABS system where you squeeze each side of the buckle to release it?
LeisurePro S The Mares Volos do not have ABS buckles.
Shopper My husband wears a 9.5 or 10. What size, regular? Also, is there somewhere I can see the colors?
LeisurePro S Yes, I would recommend the regular. Here is a jpeg showing the different colors.
Shopper I am a size 9.5 in a shoe, what size should I get and how long are these fins?
LeisurePro S I would recommend the small. The fins are approx. 28 inches long.
Shopper Note sure what size to buy in Mares Volvo. My shoe size is 10.5 mens.
LeisurePro S A Medium will work out well for you.
Shopper could you tell me what weight the mares volo power fin is please
LeisurePro S 4.85 LBS including shipping box.
Shopper I have a question about the color of a pair of fins. The fins is question are the Mares "volo power". I purchased the "blue" and its a little on the lite side. Is the "blue fog" any darker?
LeisurePro S The "Blue Fog" is actully very light
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.
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Whats in the box:Pair of Fins The Mares Volo scuba fin is a gigantic leap forward in fin technology. This fin is so revolutionary; it is covered by 8 different patents. The Volo uses Mares Optimized Pivoting Blade system (OPB); the Volo is 30% more efficient than traditional fins. The OPB allows the blade to maintain an optimal angle throughout the kicking cycle, whereas traditional fins achieve this only during a small portion of the cycle, OPB produces a constant thrust, which minimizes fatigue and produces fluid movement through the water.The Mares Volo also allows you to use alternate kick strokes not possible with splits fins. The Volo Super-channel is designed for the diver who wants the perfect blend of power and efficiency in one fin. The new blade design with a large central Super-channel and two traditional lateral channels provide excellent thrust while maintaining hi-efficiency and minimizing leg fatigue. The blade is constructed of Tecralene and Thermoplastic rubber for extended durability. The ergonomically designed foot pocket delivers maximum power and evenly distributes pressure over the foot to minimize fatigue. The foot pocket interior features internal ribbing that improves fit, eliminates foot suction and prevents foot pocket flexing, while transmitting more power to the blade. Volo uses Mares patented design ABS Plus Buckles (Adjustable Binding System). It only takes one quick movement to easily open or close these buckles, even when wearing thick neoprene gloves. The double button release prevents the buckles from accidentally opening making them the most user friendly system on the market. Fin comes in four colors and three sizes, has an overall length between 23.2" to 25.2" (59 to 64 cm) and weights 2.5 lbs to 3.4 lbs (1.13 kg to 1.53 kg) depending on size, and come with a 24 month limited warranty.
- Optimized Pivoting Blade (OPB) System
- Super Channel Technology
- Anatomical Foot Pocket
- Foot Pocket Adds Thrust with Less Fatigue
- Tecralene and Thermoplastic Rubber
- ABS Plus Buckles
- 4 Colors and 3 Sizes
- 2 Year Limited Warranty
| Material | Tecralene
Thermoplastic Rubber | | Dimensions | Blade Length 23.2" to 25.2" (59 to 64 cm)
Blade Width 7.5" to 7.9" (19 to 20 cm) | | Blade Type | Single Non-Vented | | Open Heel/Full Foot | Open Heel | | Weight | 2.5 lbs to 3.4 lbs (1.13 kg to 1.53 kg) | | Weight [with packaging] | Small: 4.05 lb, Regular: 4.65 lb, X-Large: 4.85 lb |
6/19/2012 (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful) - Accommodates Boots
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4/3/2012 5.0I highly recommend this product - Accommodates Boots
- Comfortable
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By Cold water diver from Victoria, BC - Accommodates Boots
- Comfortable
- Efficient
- Lightweight
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By global diver from Butler PA - Accommodates Boots
- Comfortable
- Efficient
- Lightweight
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- Feels true to size
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- Feels true to width
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- Accommodates Boots
- Very nice fins
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- Feels true to size
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