Fins

Lightweight and easy to kick, the Coronado’s forgiving blade incorporates “flex-limit” rails to maximize energy transfer and boost thrust. The ergonomic, open-heel foot pockets also have quick-adjust heel straps. CONTACT genesisscuba.com

Built to be a real power player, the Fusion will appeal to divers who prefer blade-style fins and the instant horsepower they can provide. Beefy side rails help channel water and control blade snap for more-efficient finning overall.CONTACT sherwoodscuba.com

These full-foot splitfins use Flex Battens and side rails to precisely control blade flex for even more thrust out of an already easy-kicking fin. The EZ-LOK buckle system offers a one-handed release.CONTACT atomicaquatics.com

Rarely do I experience such strong "love at first sight" feelings over a piece of dive gear. Normally it takes me at least a few days to become totally smitten. But the next-level, whale-tail design of SCUBAPRO's Sea Wing Nova fins caught my eye the second they came out of the box. When I finally got them underwater, the affair intensified, due to major-league power with minimal leg strain, thanks to an extended heel plate that efficiently transfers effort into thrust. I also liked the simple, super-sturdy bungee straps that created a perfect fit without adjustments.