Everything You Need To Know About The Cressi Frog Plus Fins?
Cressi has always been at the forefront of cutting-edge scuba diving technology, especially when it comes to scuba fins. When the first Classic Frog Fins were first introduced it made quite a stir in the diving industry. This was one of the first scuba fins designed with the blade pitched to an angle different from that of the foot pocket.
Also, the blades started from the upper part of the foot pocket. This gave a 20% increase in useful finning surface, as well as a distinctive look to your traditional paddle fins.
The new Cressi Frog Plus Fins uses these same features plus a few more to make an even more efficient pair of fins.
Let’s take a closer look…
Optimum Blade Positioning
Traditional paddle fins blade normally begins in the middle of the foot pocket. However, on this pair of fins, the blade actually starts from the top of the foot pocket. This decreases the usable blade of the fins by 20%, resulting in more power and greater efficiency.
Channel Blade System
The use of harder technopolymer alongside softer silicone-based material allows the blade to curve into a “U” Shape while kicking. This creates a channel that concentrates the water flowing down the blade to create a “jet”, which propels you forward more efficiently, saving you precious energy on your dive.
Comfortable Foot-Pocket
The foot pocket is made from soft rubber that also extends along the line of the blade for added stability and keeps the shape of the blade. Allowing you to efficiently transfer power from your legs to the blade.
Each foot pocket also has a couple of holes at the toe end. This allows water to drain reducing the vacuum effect while taking off the fins. It also has good non-slip on the underside of the foot pocket for stability while standing up.
Durable
The Cressi Frog Plus fins use three different materials to make the fins durable and almost indestructible. You can literally fold the blade onto itself without the fair of it cracking or breaking. With proper Fin care and maintenance, you should have these pair of fins for many years to come.
Cressi Frog Plus: Manufacturers Specification
Foot Pocket | Open Heal |
Blade Style | Channel/Non-Vented |
Buoyancy | Sightly Negative |
Weight | 4.85 Lbs a Pair |
Length | 22 Inches |
Our Rating: Cressi Frog Plus Review
Overall Score
4.4/5
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Design
Unique blade mounting utilizes the entire blade, making them a more efficient pair of fins
Funtionality
Very powerful and efficient pair of scuba diving fins
Comfort
A soft rubber foot pocket makes them very comfortable and allows you easily transfer power from your legs to the blade
Cost
Excellent pair of fins for a price that cannot be beat
What We Like
The Cressi Frog plus fins are lightweight and easier to pack and travel with than traditional full-size fins. They are a bit shorter too because the blade starts at the top of the foot pocket instead of halfway like other fins.
They are also very efficient and can accommodate pretty much any kicking style with ease. This makes them excellent for majority recreational dive situation. However, if you’re someone who requires power in stiffer fins, you should consider the Scuba Pro Jet fins or Hollis F1 LT
They are very durable and offers good quality for the price. You should expect them to last you for many years to come.
What We Don’t Like
The fins are fitted with conventional rubber straps and quick-release buckles. However, we would prefer they came along with the Cressi Bungee Straps. This way you won’t have to worry about the rubber fin strap braking.
Who Should Buy the Cressi Frog Plus Fins?
The Cressi Frog-Plus fins work very well for all-around recreational diving and pretty much any finning style. This makes them great for divers just starting out or advanced divers who are looking for a more efficient lightweight pair of fins. They are also lightweight compared to other fins in its class and would make great travel fins.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Frog Plus are designed to be used with a Dive boot or Neoprene sock
Yes, they can be used for snorkeling. However, you will not be able to use them barefoot because your feet will be too loose in the foot pocket.
The Bottom Line
The bottom line is the blade mounted on top of the foot pocket and the channeling effect make these pair of fins a very powerful while at the same time being very efficient with minimal strain on your legs. And, for the price, you cannot find a better pair of fins.
Do you own these fins? Do you have any experience with them? let us know what you think about them in the comments below.
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