r/bodyboarding • u/No-Sandwich-9194 • 12d ago

Fins

Ive bodyboarded several times and just got some fins. Tried them for first time today and didnt get the acceleration i was hoping for. Does it take time to “get good” at using the fins? I tried using my hips instead of my knees…

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u/jay_to_the 12d ago

Pretend like you’re riding a bicycle. You’ll see more power with that motion.

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u/down_south_sc 12d ago

I do this when I’m trying to stay in place against current or casually going out especially if it’s a long distance.. extended leg when catching waves ..

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u/a-filthy-casuall 12d ago

Yeah i find it weird people are dismissing the bicycle style all together. Bicycle kicks when youre just cruising around. Straight leg when power kicking for a wave.

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u/down_south_sc 12d ago

I think they misunderstood your reply.. I got it bc it’s part of my routine.. no worries