ESSENTIALS You need three essential items to begin your exploration of the underwater world. With SCUBAPRO masks, fins and snorkels, you can be sure your basic equipment is the same quality as any of the specialized gear you buy. The correct fit and function of each article is key to your diving comfort. SCUBAPRO remains committed to the concept of a complete diving system and devotes substantial resources to perfecting the items that form the core of your system.

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FINS BLADE FINS

They are three main criteria to be considered when choosing a fin: power, efficiency and kick style. The first two are largely related to design characteristics, which will in turn dictate the kick style that should be used to obtain the maximum benefit from that design.

BLADE VERSUS SPLIT DESIGN

ARTICULATED FINS

Blade fins are more efficient but often more physically demanding. However vents and pivot control ribs provide more flexibility on blade fins to obtain maximum performance with less effort. Split fins are extremely flexible and are less strenuous to use than blade fins, however they require a very different kick style to control the propeller-like movement of the split blades.

ARTICULATED FINS Instead of the gradual curve of a traditional fin, articulated fins have a joint (like the tail of a whale or dolphin) that allows the blade to pivot. This technology maintains the power, acceleration and maneuverability of an efficient blade fin with limited fatigue. The entire blade now generates effortless thrust.

ADJUSTABLE VERSUS FULL-FOOT

SPLIT FINS

Adjustable fins are easy to put on and provide a perfect fit. Worn with booties, they are perfect for shore dives or when you need to walk with your equipment. Full-foot fins can be worn on bare feet or with neoprene socks. They are less strenuous to use because your ankles are not restrained by boots. They are often used as rentals and when boat diving, as well as for snorkeling.

FOOTPOCKET DESIGN Footpockets may be of closed or open toe design and come in a wide variety of sizes. Footpockets made of harder materials are more stable, but softer materials are more comfortable.

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SEAWING GORILLA

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PERFORMANCE NEW

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ADJUSTABLE

LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE

The successor to the famous SCUBAPRO Gorilla fins of the 1980’s, this new version of the award-winning Seawing Nova has been fine-tuned to provide a slight increase in stiffness and snap. They give you more power, more speed and even better frog-kick ability while at the same time ensuring they still offer the legendary comfort and efficiency of Seawings! The Gorilla’s are ideal for those diving in demanding conditions.

SEAWING NOVA

DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE 2

ADJUSTABLE

LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE

The Seawing Nova combines classic SCUBAPRO fin technology with the latest innovations in hydrodynamic design. This multiple award winning fin has the power, acceleration and maneuverability of a blade fin but the comfort and effortlessness of a split fin. The articulated joint allows the blade to pivot and the entire blade generates thrust. Monprene® elastomer provides superior technical characteristics and makes the Seawing Nova very durable.

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FINS

TWIN JET ADJUSTABLE

Twin Jet fins are a must for divers looking for a split-hydrofoil shape to deliver more forward motion with less effort and drag. Monprene® construction makes these fins last for a lifetime.

TWIN JET MAX ADJUSTABLE

Twin Jet Max fins feature a patented split-hydrofoil shape to deliver optimum power with minimum effort, plus dualcompound construction that lets SCUBAPRO fine-tune performance and optimize maneuverability and diver comfort. Spring Straps are available for long-lasting comfort.

JET FIN

SPRING HEEL SCUBAPRO Jet Fins have a long and celebrated history of performance. They set the standard for power and durability in 1965, and continue to be immensely popular today.

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PERFORMANCE LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE DURABILITY

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FINS

PERFORMANCE LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE DURABILITY

PERFORMANCE LOW EFFORT DEMAND WEIGHT/SIZE DURABILITY

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JET SPORT ADJUSTABLE

Jet Sport features a modern and powerful design. A big blade offers a powerful response in water, drag reducing vents decrease resistance and 3 material blade construction optimizes flexibility and comfort. Jet sport fin is perfect for all divers looking for high performance in a traditional blade fin.

JET SPORT FULL FOOT

A full foot version of the powerful, high-end Jet Sport adjustable fin. This full foot version offers the ease of temperate water fins combined with the performance found in adjustable fins.

JET CLUB FULL FOOT

Jet Club fins are ideal for divers in tropical and temperate waters. They are quality-made and will bring you years of diving enjoyment. Jet Club is also an exceptional snorkeling fin.

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MASKS Masks let you see underwater by creating an air space between the water and your eyes. The mask must fit properly to be comfortable and to create a watertight seal. The peripheral vision of a given mask style is determined by its shape and volume, the color of the silicone and the number of lenses.

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The silicone skirt should be soft for your comfort and also provide a good seal. Transparent skirts let in more light but divers who need to focus on individual objects (e.g. such as photographers or surveyors) may prefer black skirts. 1 SINGLE LENS MASKS Single and side windowed masks offer a wide field of vision. Frameless versions are designed with the lens closer to your eyes for even better vision and smaller volume. Magnifying lenses can be used on top of the mask lens if needed. 2 TWIN LENS MASK Twin lens masks are usually low in volume, close to the face, and offer good peripheral vision. They are also easier to clear. Twin lenses can sometimes be replaced with corrective lenses. 3 TRUFIT MASK Masks with TRUFIT have a super comfortable, unique, silicone skirt. The SCUBAPRO TRUFIT mask skirt has been specially designed with contoured interior ribs. This concept provides a real ‘universal’ fit, meaning perfect seal and comfort for a huge variety of face shapes and sizes.

SNORKELS A well-designed snorkel should feel invisible, letting you breathe easily and naturally. Elliptical barrels allow unrestricted breathing, cut through the water with very little resistance and are easy to clear. The mouthpiece should be comfortable and conform to your bite. All SCUBAPRO snorkels (except Curve) include a purge valve to help clear the tube.

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SPECTRA

NEW A metallic-look frame twin-lens mask. Exclusive paint process gives your mask the look of stylish eye-wear. Trufit exclusive skirt allows the mask to perfectly fit variery of faces. Also available with a standard skirt. VISION UNIVERSAL FIT EASE OF CLEARING

SPECTRA VISION UNIVERSAL FIT EASE OF CLEARING

SPECTRA 2 A metallic-look frame twin-lens mask. Exclusive paint process gives your mask the look of stylish eyewear.

MARIN VISION UNIVERSAL FIT EASE OF CLEARING

VISION UNIVERSAL FIT

The Spectra 2 resembles the metallic-look frame twin lens Spectra mask, but is smaller in size.

EASE OF CLEARING

MARIN 2 The Marin mask offers big views with a stylish soft-textured frame with easy adjust buckles.

VISION UNIVERSAL FIT

The Marin 2 mask offers big views with a stylish soft-texture painted two-lens frame.

EASE OF CLEARING

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MASKS

SOLO

FRAMELESS Single-lens mask featuring a unique lens and skirt assembly without a frame. A SCUBAPRO classic for professionals.

VISION UNIVERSAL FIT EASE OF CLEARING

CRYSTAL VU VISION UNIVERSAL FIT

A single-lens mask with seamless side windows for a panoramic field of vision.

FULL-FACE MASK

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UNIVERSAL FIT EASE OF CLEARING

A modern low profile and openview design for divers looking for an excellent mid-range frameless mask. It has a crystal-clear, double sealed silicone skirt.

TRINIDAD

EASE OF CLEARING

The Full-Face mask is a professional quality mask designed for safety and convenience while diving. Its reduced weight makes it very comfortable to wear. It is widely used by military and commercial divers worldwide.

VISION

VISION UNIVERSAL FIT EASE OF CLEARING

A single lens frameless mask for small faces, featuring low-volume big views. With new buckle adjustment system.

SNORKELS

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SPECTRA

PHOENIX 2

A large bore tube with a semi-dry top design to keep water form entering the tube. Available in 5 metallic colors coordinated with the SPECTRA mask, it features an efficient purge valve and a regulator style mouthpiece for added comfort.

Comfortable, high grade silicone mouthpiece. with Flexible, corrugated section drops snorkel from face when not in use. Durable universal snorkel keeper. Purge valve for ease of clearing. Patented dry snorkel design.

ESCAPE

TRINIDAD

A large bore tube with a semi-dry top design to keep water form entering the tube. Includes an efficient purge valve, a regulator style mouthpiece for added comfort and a cell phone style removable clip.

A vented flex snorkel and splash guard make this an appreciated set.

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