How to Care for your Fins

Photo: Puffed-up pufferfish. By Sal

Your fins are extension of your legs in the water. Fins need very little in the way of care and maintenance.

1. Always rinse your fins with fresh water after a snorkel adventure.

2. On a snorkeling venture, keep your fins out of direct sunlight as much as possible when not using it. Keep your equipments under a shady tree while you sun bathe ;)

3. Soak fins in warm soapy water and dry completely before storing.
Sal’s tip: If you have any food grade liquid silicone such as Seal Saver, put a few drops on the rubber portions of the fin and using a clean dry cloth, work the silicone into the rubber. Wipe it off after an hour. Then store your fins.

4. Always inspect your fins before a snorkeling trip. Inspect the foot pocket area of the fin for any cracking or signs of dry rot. If you have strap fins, inspect the areas nearest the buckles. If the strap does show signs of dry rot, it is best to replace the strap as soon as possible and make sure that the buckles of strap fins are functioning correctly.

Enjoy!

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