12-08-2014, 11:11 PM
[#0000FF]As you might expect, there are some variables that should be considered before gearing up with fins. I usually suggest you work it backwards...buying fins last. Start by getting waders with foot pockets big enough to hold a couple of layers of warmth...if you are going to fish early and late in the year. Then get the flats boots that will fit over the overstuffed wader feet. Finally, get fins with foot pockets big enough to comfortably hold it all...or you will get constriction and cramps. Unless you maintain good circulation you will get cold feet...no matter how many layers of wool socks you are wearing.
I wear a size 13 shoe so I really have to shop to find components big enough for my "bigfoots". I get 3XL waders and need to buy size 16 flats boots to fit over them. I get the XL size Mares dive fins and with the adjustable strap I can wear them with lighter loads in the summer and let them out to keep me comfy in pre-ice-up conditions.
As others have suggested, you don't need fins if you have oars and/or an electric...to get you to and from your fishing spots. But fins give you the hands free control to maintain position and to turn your toon if necessary while fighting a big active fish. Good problem to have.
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I wear a size 13 shoe so I really have to shop to find components big enough for my "bigfoots". I get 3XL waders and need to buy size 16 flats boots to fit over them. I get the XL size Mares dive fins and with the adjustable strap I can wear them with lighter loads in the summer and let them out to keep me comfy in pre-ice-up conditions.
As others have suggested, you don't need fins if you have oars and/or an electric...to get you to and from your fishing spots. But fins give you the hands free control to maintain position and to turn your toon if necessary while fighting a big active fish. Good problem to have.
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