Float tube fins

[Bead Head]

Well it appears I've lost my fins for my float tube and I'm wondering what everyone here uses? The one's I had I purchased from Riverside Fly and Tackle and were made of a really stiff rubber and the tips were always pointed up to allow for easy walking but they I always felt that I could never get a powerful kick out of them. So I'm wondering what you guys use?
Thanks
Bead Head

[bill nation]

i have set of force fins , they work great. it moves you through the water with very little effort. make sure you use the leash or you could be like my buddy who only has 1 fin now..

[Ruger]

i have a pair of Trophy XL fins. very powerful, and they stay on very well. i've also heard very good things about the Force Fins.

[crazy_fishcreature]

i use the force fin type flippers

[Doubletap]

+1 for Force fins. I used to use scuba fins - and found they really propelled me around the lake (Fshcat V boat) - but switched over to Force fins last summer, and wouldn't go back.

I've heard some complaints about the Force knock-offs, so it may pay off (especially from a safety aspect) to ensure they are the real thing.

[bobert]

Howdy, I too am looking for new float tube fins. Particularly, I am looking for a very light pair to save wait when hiking with my float tube. Can anyone recommend a pair?

Searching around, I have turned up these: http://www.sage-flyfishingoutfitters...R-OCA-BACK-FIN

However, I am worried that the strap-setup they have might not be robust, and the fin might not generate enough power. Any thoughts?

Thanks, Bob.

[Zane]

As the previous posts speak of force fins, I have to agree. Get the adjustable ones. They are expensive, but you won't have to regret buying a cheap pair that are a pain in the butt. If I couldn't afford force fins; I would get a good set of dive fins, and, get a set of fin tethers. I have had a bunch of different fins over the years and that's the way I would go.

[bj70_guy]

Force Fins. I still have the original pair I got back in 93 or 94.

[Bead Head]

Thanks for the info guys! I posted this on another forum and it seems that everyone says force fins are the way to go. I'm going today to check some out.
Thanks
Bead Head

[bobert]

I have noticed that MEC sells some inexpensive fins at $20-$30. Talked with someone at a Scuba shop and they said that the split-fins are very popular and generate more power, but are more difficult to walk in, and that is what MEC sells. I haven't weight them yet, but I think that these MEC fins will be lighter than the Outcast Backpacking Fins, and so may be a good inexpensive option for those interested in hike-in float tubing where weight is a concern.