Scuba fins

Shop open-heel scuba diving fins at Dive360, a New Zealand dive retailer based in Tauranga. This collection includes Mares and Beuchat fins for diving with boots. Compare blade designs, foot pockets and heel straps to find a setup that suits your kicking style and regular dive days.

Which scuba fins should I compare?

These three Mares models offer different blade and foot-pocket designs:

• Mares Avanti Quattro Plus Scuba Fins — a four-channel blade and bungee heel strap, worth comparing for a versatile recreational scuba setup.
• Mares Avanti Superchannel Open-Heel Scuba Fins — a three-channel blade with a bungee heel strap for straightforward entry and removal.
• Mares X-Stream Bungee Fins — a three-material blade and perforated foot pocket, designed to combine support and flexibility while reducing drag.

Blade design is only part of the choice. Your comfort, boot fit and preferred kick matter too. Matching your kit colours is still perfectly acceptable.

Do I need boots with open-heel scuba fins?

The open-heel models in this collection are designed to be worn with dive boots. The boot sits inside the foot pocket, while an adjustable or bungee heel strap holds the fin in place. Choose the boots and fins as a combination.

How do I choose the right scuba fin size?

Use the sizing guide for the exact fin model and allow for the shape and thickness of your dive boots. Your everyday shoe size alone is not enough. The foot pocket should hold your boot securely without squeezing it or allowing excessive movement.

What is the difference between open-heel and full-foot fins?

Open-heel fins have a heel strap and are commonly paired with dive boots. Full-foot fins enclose the heel and are generally worn barefoot or with suitable thin socks, depending on the model. Check the intended footwear before buying; the two styles fit differently.

Build your scuba kit

Pair your fins with a dive mask and snorkel, or browse our scuba wetsuits. For help choosing fins, email hello@dive360.co.nz with your boot size, current fins and the type of diving you do.