Scuba Pro's New Super Nova Fins Is It DUD or a WINNER ???

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Күн бұрын

Let's look at Scuba Pro's Super Nova and see what all the Hoop-La is about. Is it a DUD or a WINNER ??? Link: www.divers-supply.com/scubapr... 2 Year Warranty
- Blade’s central panel membrane auto-adjusts the angle of attack based on kicking strength, providing easier kicking when cruising and maximum power when needed.
- Innovative blade shape produces more power, more speed, and better maneuverability.
- Central panel Hydra-loop channels water flow rearwards for increased efficiency and thrust.
- Pivot Control Technology ensures that the most efficient 40º to 50º range of angle of attack is maintained.
- Twin-tip winglets improve control plus maneuverability for excellent frog and alternate kicks.
- The blade and foot pocket is molded separately with a durable Socket-Lock Connecting System that allows for easy assembly and disassembly.
- Made of premium Monprene for long-lasting durability.
- Sold as an open-heel set with an open-heel foot pocket and blade pre-assembled.
- Available in five sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL ) and two colors (Black and White).
- Compatible with colored Scuba Skegs.

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@skibarron Жыл бұрын

Great video! I will probably buy these based on your information. Thank you, Jack

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Jack... Regards Bob C

@charlesw322 Ай бұрын

just deployed to Guam and on my weekends I've been out snorkeling thank you for your video it helps I might just have to buy the good ones and bite the bullet on this next paycheck because once I'm out in that water it will be well worth it getting to and from shore faster

@Aklnight018 Жыл бұрын

I bought the supernovas from the divers supply store in Atlanta when they first came out. I haven’t had the chance to try them. But will be able to Monday. This video reinforces the excitement to using the fins

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Hey Ariel, Very Cool ! I'm excited for you... Everyone that has bought them just raves about their feel and performance. Do let us know what you think after your dives... Regards Bob C

@timcurry2009 Жыл бұрын

Had my SWSN fins for the last 5 dives and absolutely love them.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Excellent Tim, I have a pair on order, hope they get here soon. Thanks for your comments. Bob C

@pulpogigante Жыл бұрын

Excellent 👌👍 Presentation Bob! Definitely they are going to be my next fin!

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lukas, I'm waiting on a pair of XL for some dives we have planned on the weekend of 17-18 Dec. I'll do a follow-up video after those dives.. Regards Bob C

@udayanpaul8042 Жыл бұрын

Great video ! Really amazed with the hybrid qualities incorporated into the super nova. I do own a pair of seawing Nova, which is having great performance in water in strong current, modified flutter kicks and helicopter move, seawing Nova is so manoeuvrable. except that the frog kick which I couldn't master with it. Did 2 consecutive liveaboard safaris in the Red sea last week, with seawing Nova, really satisfied, but after watching your review now I feel like trying out those Supernova fins😂. Keep coming those great videos. Have a great day.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Thanks Udayan for your comments. I'm very jealous of your Red Sea trip, I love to go. You can really see the extra effort in design on the Supers, as they say "proof is in the pudding". Not really sure who said that though... Regards Bob C

@rays9033 7 ай бұрын

Really informative video, well done with more content on the SuperNova fins than even a dive shop sales person would give or possibly know. That’s why I follow this channel, great stuff, I’ll replace my ScubaPro Jet fins.

@DiversSupplyYT 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Much Rays ! Best Regards and Happy New Year Bob C

@Str8Flossin Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Thanks Judson, Your comment is much appreciated, Bob C

@jamescurrence3691 Жыл бұрын

I have used my Super Novas about 10 times so far and they are an amazing fin. Definity worth the money.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Excellent James, Looks like another happy SUPER owner. Thanks for your comment. Regards Bob C

@airforcehockey17 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Got the Seawing supernovas recently. Dove with seawing nova gorillas before these. Went with the gorillas instead of the of the normal seawings for better frog kicks with the stiffer blade. Was skeptical about these before I got them, but no problems so far with any fin kick technique. Much easier on the muscles too.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Great to hear Skyler ! I have a set of Orange Gorillas for Ocean diving with students and a pair of Purple SWN regulars. I wear the "Grapes" when I'm working with our Adaptive Diver / Scuba Therapy program we call (The Purple Fins Project) Not a charity. I'm looking forward to diving the new "Supers" soon ! Thanks for your note. Regards Bob C

@davidhubble5283 Жыл бұрын

Got em.- Bought at your shop- Tx

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Thanks David, please give us your impressions when you can ! Regards Bob C

@philo2197 Жыл бұрын

I have those fins and enjoy them. Much more c on for table than my atomic aquatic fins I was using for a couple months prior.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil O, I always enjoy hearing what piece of gear divers move from to another piece of gear and why if possible. Regards Bob C

@christurner2340 6 ай бұрын

I got a set a few weeks ago. Twenty dives later, I like them. Lots of power on the surface, which is great and much needed for towing tired divers and getting where you need to go. My sense is they're not so good for tight spaces and reverse. Too much angle of attack. I hear there's a 'technical' blade to switch out, thingamajig, which I'll probably get eventually. I like these fins out of the box for power. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

@DiversSupplyYT 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Chris for your comments and being a channel viewer. I'd stay you pretty much spot on ! Regards Bob C

@michaeldolanch613 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob for another great video! I have a couple comments. My original fins I purchased and started scuba with...were jet fins. I loved the heritage and people's overall love for the design and durability. For me...they were great learning and shore diving lakes in Michigan. My issues started with the bulk of them for travel...and the biggest drawback was...the lack of venting in the foot pocket. When trying to remove the fins at the boat ladder in Jamaica....on a rough seas day...it was TERRIBLE!! And...to be honest...dangerous! The Super Novas came out...and I watched some video reviews...I was sold. The abundance of venting in the foot pocket made removal a now non issue. The break down for travel is a great plus!! I just returned from a trip to Cozumel...and the fins were all they were said to be!! Your personal years of experience and insight into the pluses and minuses of gear are priceless! Keep up the great work on videos...it is greatly appreciated!!👍👊👌

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Hey Michael ! Thanks for posting your comments and review. Super important that others share their experiences. Just day before yesterday, I had an instructor asking me about fins. What he was doing was to have all his students buy Tech Fins. Of course I asked why ?? He explained he's heavy into tech diving and wanted his students to learn the " _right_ " way to kick. I asked, " _what is the RIGHT way_ ", he replied " _Frog kicking_ ". Hummmm I responded. Now I like Tech style fins, I have a pair of RK3's, but I don't use them all the time. For me fins, wet/dry-suits, masks, BCDs etc. are tools. *If you can,* use accordingly. I drive a small suv, best tool for my daily general needs and uses. Dive gear really should apply the same way. - One doesn't use a college level physics calculator ( do they still use those ?) to teach kindergarteners to add & subtract... Yes I know computers/tablets. _Anyway, hanging on a boat ladder trying to get a fin off is something challenging, especially if the boat is dancing in the waves.. great example Mike !_ Sorry for the wordy reply .. Regards Bob C

@alaind831 Жыл бұрын

| The abundance of venting in the foot pocket made removal a now non issue that is a very good point and the ONLY issue I have with the regular seawing nova (which I really like). Maybe time to drill some holes...

@michaelzschoche2746 11 ай бұрын

I have these fins and I can honestly say I love them. I really appreciate the holes in the foot pocket. I struggle getting fins on and off and those holes makes us so easy. When you want to just leisurely cruise you can do it with any kick. When you want power to really move and move fast you just kick harder. I’m still new to diving, but I’ve used these fins in 7 dives so far and they’ve held up great. Really an amazing fin. I don’t regret the high price tag of $300 dollars at all.

@DiversSupplyYT 11 ай бұрын

Hi Michael, Everyone I've spoken with that has purchased the Supers have had good things to say about them. Be Safe ! Regards Bob C

@MetallicReg 2 ай бұрын

Got them nee at a discount at our local supplier for 120€ including the closed foot pocket! Now I am even happier about the great find ;)

@marks2517 Жыл бұрын

I'm sold

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Very Cool Thanks Mark.... it really makes my day when you folks watch the Vids and take time to write a few words ! Regards Bob C

@Caesar.Aquanaut Жыл бұрын

Just wondering how does the supernova fares for doing tehnical finning like frog kicking, helicopter finning and back finning?

@BurhanMuntasser Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation as always Bob!! When I bought my Scubapro Go Sport fins a couple of years ago, I was so impressed with them that I put away all of my others fins and not use them at all since then (Mares Quattros, Aqua Lung, etc.) and now that I got my Scubapro SuperNovas few months ago, I put away the Go Sport and been using the Supernova exclusively in all of my diving since I got them. Awesome very capable fins. Can be used for technical as well as recreational diving. My only complaint is that the XL size they have in the SuperNovas can barely fit my size 11 boots. I don't think that they will fit bigger size boots or big drysuit boots. I hope that Scubapro will come out with size XXL foot pockets for these fins.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Thanks BM ! Oh wow, well I sure hope the XL's will fit my 12 boots. I use a 6mm boot but not the hard soled ones. I also have a pair of the Akona self draining boots I'll take along and see how they work out too. Thanks for your comments, I'm sure lot's of folks will read them. Regards Bob C

@BurhanMuntasser Жыл бұрын

@@DiversSupplyYT Let us know if you can fit bigger size boots (with hard soles) and drysuit boots please.

@michaeldolanch613 Жыл бұрын

I have the XL Super Novas and have been diving with a size 12 Henderson soft soled 6mm boot. The sizing pin is in the middle position. For me...they are fitting perfectly.

@BurhanMuntasser Жыл бұрын

@@michaeldolanch613 I am using thick soled boots and they fit in the XL but no room for anything bigger. It isn't the bungee length, it is the fin pocket size.

@michaeldolanch613 Жыл бұрын

@@BurhanMuntasser I understand. I don't currently don't do any drysuit diving. Now I'm curious of an XXL...to. If they develop one..good news...we will only have to purchase half a fin.

@justynakrol2692 Жыл бұрын

I do own a supernova Fin and it is an awesome fin, however it does NOT have a lifetime warranty.

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

You are correct, only the Nova has a Limited Lifetime warranty, the Super is two years. Thanks Bob C

@ahmadkaddoura7060 Жыл бұрын

hi and thanks for great video as the previous ones.. I have Go sport and I do only recreational diving, and never faced currents.. do you think I can stick to Go Sport even with some current situations? if not , which one I should go for " regular NOVA " or "supper NOVA".. thanks again

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Hi Ahmad, I too own the Go Sports BUT when I dive the ocean I shift to my Novas Gorillas. I have both Regular Novas and Gorillas. The Sports, for me, just don't give me the thrust I'm after out there. My Regulars (Purple) leave a little to be desired so I usually go to the Orange Gorillas... I'd get the Supers and yes, I have a pair of Supers coming in.. Thanks for watching and your question. Regards Bob C

@ahmadkaddoura7060 Жыл бұрын

@@DiversSupplyYT thanks a lot for your advise.

@michaelzschoche2746 Жыл бұрын

You mention spacers. Can I use them for the supernovas as well? If yes what exactly are they, what are they called, and where do I get them?

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

The Spacers are located on the fin. If you lift the buckle there are three holes that allow you to adjust the straps giving you "more or less space" for your foot in the foot pocket.

@chinovillanueva8630 6 ай бұрын

Seriously considering these fins, how do they compare to your other favorites , like the nova gorilla, rk3’s ? Or even the switch pro that you found too stiff?

@DiversSupplyYT 6 ай бұрын

Hey Chino, For me they are better than my regular or Gorilla Novas, I prefer the RK3 is tight places or pool work. Switch Pro's not so much. Thanks for your question. Bob C

@chinovillanueva8630 6 ай бұрын

Do you think the super novas give good power during frog kicking even in a current ? Do they feel stiffer or about the same stiffness as the gorilla? Really love my tusa hyflex switch , very easy frog kick , but need to switch to a flutter when in a current for more power :)

@kathrynhonggg Жыл бұрын

Hi Bob! I am so late to this video! I am going to be getting my OW certification soon, yay! I was looking at getting the Seawing nova but now I saw this video and am wondering which one do you think would be better for a beginning diver?

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

If you go with the Super Novas you will likely never want another fin. They are good, look kinda funny but really good fins ! If you have the choice go Super ... Bob C

@kathrynhonggg Жыл бұрын

@@DiversSupplyYT thanks Bob!!

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

@@kathrynhonggg You are Very Welcome KAT ! 🙂

@olafs7022 11 ай бұрын

There’s no such thing as gear for a beginning diver vs an experienced diver.

@DiversSupplyYT 11 ай бұрын

@@olafs7022 I would beg to differ with that statement. Bob C

@Gibson45er 29 күн бұрын

How much stress do these put on your legs? I'm 65 now and have very average strength legs. Thanks so much.... Chuck

@DiversSupplyYT 22 күн бұрын

The Supers can be pretty stiff, the standard Novas might be a better choice. Bob C

@keeferdog5617 Жыл бұрын

Hey Bob- This video could’ve been titled “DUD or STUD”

@DiversSupplyYT Жыл бұрын

Too Funny Keeferdog ! Love it, mind if I use that ? Regards Bob C

@reefhound9902 8 ай бұрын

I'd be concerned that over time the connectors could get loose and risk coming out during a dive. Also seems hard to find individual components for this "modular" system. Is the open heel suitable for barefoot as the Go Travel is?

@Daniel_Megaptera 8 ай бұрын

There is a barefoot pocket provided by Scubapro for this fin which is pretty cool

@reefhound9902 8 ай бұрын

@@Daniel_MegapteraI know that. But what I am asking is if the open heel pocket is suitable for barefoot the way the Scubapro Go Travel is, which lets go dive without boots but still have the bungee strap. I've always had issues with the heel of full foot fins tearing. SP will usually replace but that doesn't help when you're on a LB in Asia. And again, I haven't found just the blades for sale.

@DiversSupplyYT 7 ай бұрын

Yes the full foot can be bare footed... I had to fight to get the connector pins out. BC