Everything You Need To Know About Bodyboard Swimfins With Jay Reale

They’re the hidden engine to getting you out back through broken waves; to help you power to the shore and catch a wave; and to help you steer, brake and accelerate when riding down the line. US bodyboarding legend Jay Reale takes us through the top things to consider when choosing swimfins: There are symmetric and asymmetric (left and right-foot biased) fins - there are benefits to each type. Drainage hole location determines how effectively you lose sand, shells and rocks when in the ocean. Blade length is important - medium length is a good all-rounder between sharper directional change and power when kicking. Blade flex also determines the power you get - flexy versus stiff. Fin socks cover your foot but add one shoe size to your foot in the summer. Fin boots cover your foot and ankle but add at least a couple of shoe sizes in the winter. There are foot lubricants to help reduce skin rub if you would rather go without neoprene socks or boots. For further tips, sign up for our newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/bfx1Jz If you want to learn to bodyboard check out our bodyboard school: https://bodyboard-school.com Or if you fancy going on a trip, visit Bodyboard Holidays: https://bodyboard-holidays.com