split-fins...does brand really matter?
Apollo introduced split-fin technology to diving. We boldly asked the dive community to consider our bio-fin. The future of split-fins hinged on the fins ability to stand up to our claims. Our team embraced the Natures Wing tm idea and spent years tweaking it to perfection. As a manufacturer with 40 years experience designing gear for many companies; we knew even the smallest detail could make a difference. Material, angles, blade length; we tried them all. In 1998 the first bio-fin was sold. Rave reviews followed! Tester's Choice" SDM Fin Review1999-2007 At first, we were the only company to consider the split-fin a viable option. Word spread and the bio-fin became the chosen fin of recreational, commercial, and military divers. In 2002 other manufacturers began offering their own version of a split-fin. Today, there are many brands available. Yes! Brand does really matter. It is the difference between exertion and enjoyment. Test after test has confirmed the superiority of Apollo bio-fins. Design elements separate Apollo's bio-fin from other brands.
Mary Beth Ackerman

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issue excessive air use, leg cramps, foot pain, ankle pain, exhaustion and just plain can't keep up with other divers

solution bio-fin series: pro, pro-c, and uni full foot
effortless kicking with little to no strain on ankle and knee joints highest speed and endurance levels in fast current; free from cramping commonly caused by lactic acid build up up to 40% reduction in muscle fatigue and air consumption increased dive time longest recorded bottom times in testing against alternate brand split fins and traditional boat paddle fins open toe design for additional comfort in this sensitive area

ON THE RECORD: Testers' Choice 2007 Bio-fin pro-c white 2006 Annual fin test was not held 2005 Bio-fin pro-c yellow 2004 Bio-fin pro yellow & Bio-fin pro xt-c 2003 Bio-fin pro black Bio-fin pro xt 2002 Bio-fin pro metallic blue 2001 Bio-fin pro metallic silver 2000 Bio-fin pro black & ex 1999 Bio-fin pro black & eco see website for additional info
"only open heel fin to earn an Excellent rating from test divers for power vs. stress" Nov 2007 "outraced all comers on speed test, muscled top score out of thrust, dusted the competition..." Oct 05

100% Natural Rubber 20º Angle

The purity of rubber and compression molding chosen for all Apollo bio-fins is a slower and more costly option than the injection molding, plastic, and partial rubber options chosen by every other manufacturer. Others may advertise slick sounding features and materials. Take heed. Peak performance, maximum comfort, and minimal stress is more than just hype and cosmetics. What good is speed if your are sucking too much air and cramping from the effort. Comfort is also key but not very useful without peformance. It is simply not necessary for any other split-fin to have the overall top rating of an award winning bio-fin. It just hast to look like it will! In a sea of imitators; Apollo's our bio-fin series has continually taken top honors. "Best Overall" SDM Fin Review 2002 - 2004 "Tester's Choice" SDM Fin Review 1999 - 2007 (SDM) Scuba diving Magazine retired award for best overall in 2004. Which bio-fins won "Tester's Choice"? SDM protocal states that qualifying fins must be new to the test process. Apollo has submitted a different model bio-fin annually. Every submission has won. Apollo's bio-fin series is clearly the benchmark against which any new fin should be tested. In recent years SDM began publishing the actual data used. Great for comparing the performance with any fin that may come along in the future. P.15 OCT 07 WWW.DIVEAPOLLO.COM

bio-fin

PRO

model bio-fin pro style open heel split fin strap adjustable rubber material 100% rubber durometer level 65 - 70 colors black/metallic blue yellow/NEW white/ NEW m.pink (m.pink xs - m only) sizes XS/S/M/L/XL (size marine chart p.14) price $200

black

white m.blue yellow m.pink

bio-fin pro

XT

model bio-fin pro XT style open heel split fin strap adjustable rubber material 100% rubber durometer level 75 color dark gray sizes M/L/XL (size chart p. 14) price $200