Hmmmm.......not really interested in buying a bloody expensive piece of kit
from Mares & then having to immediately modify it - I am still a bit miffed
with Mares 'cos I managed to wear out their MR22/ Abyss regs !!!

Huw, where did ya get your flippers & how much were they ?

>Hi Andy,
>I had nothing but trouble with the Mares quick-clip fin straps.  The pins
fall out, they >fall apart, several -yes, severral- dives I had to
disassemble the fin strap underwater >and tie it together in a knot.
Complete POS (piece-of-s#it)design.
>Now for the good news.  If you love the way the fins work underwater like
I do, there is >a great solution.  Either make fin straps like Huw's or buy
them from Leisure Pro or >your LDS.   Use the link:
>
http://s1059kxm.leisurepro.com/webapp/commerce/command/ProductDisplay?prmenbr=946&prrfnbr=76748&merchant_rn=946

>Or search for Manta Spring Fin w/ stainless steel clips.
>They work like a charm.
>Best regards,
>Russ

>Andy M Johnson wrote:
>> Since the balls-up with my flippers in Mauritius, I need a replacement
>> pair; however, I do not like the 'new style' fancy clips on the Mares
>> Quattro straps & would prefer the traditional style. Anyone know if
these
>> are still available ? In the UK ? Any other suggestions ?
>> Cheers all & happy new year.....


Andy Johnson
Senior Product Support Specialist
UK Hardware Front Office
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