“Best” - Atomic Aquatics

Smoke on the Water SplitFin:
“...the fin burns the competition
for sheer speed and acceleration...”
Scuba Diving magazine
The Best Gear of 2007, December 2007
Even Fish Envy SplitFins
Why SplitFins deliver more propulsion
with less air consumption
All it took was watching the tail fins of fish – except that we
couldn’t keep up with them because our traditional fins took
too much effort. Using hard kicking paddle fins can result in leg
strain, fatigue and cramping. Because of the kick resistance of a
paddle fin, divers often “felt” like they were moving fast. But underwater
speedometers proved that these divers were actually moving relatively
slow. SplitFins deliver more propulsion with less drag and kick with
less effort. Reducing the stress and strain of the kick results in greater
sustained speed, power and comfort. Independent testing has also
confirmed that the SplitFin design significantly reduces air consumption.
How Atomic Aquatics SplitFins Work
SplitFin Wings “Slice” Through The Water
Traditional paddle fins work by pushing water rearward. As a paddle fin is pushed
through the water, much of the water spills over the top surface of the blade and
sticks to it, creating drag. Extra kicking effort is required to overcome that drag.
The Atomic SplitFin slices through the water with two wing-shaped surfaces,
creating lift and forward propulsion more like a propeller. Any water traveling over
the top of the blade is funneled into and out of the opening (split) between the
wings. Drag is reduced, effort is reduced, and efficiency is increased.
Propeller-Fin Technology Moves You Faster
Atomic Aquatics SplitFins use Propeller-Fin Technology to deliver ultra-high speeds
with a small-range rapid flutter kick. This works in the same manner that increasing
the RPM on a boat propeller accelerates a boat to high speeds.
Multi-Composite Plastics And Other Uniquely
Atomic Features
splitfins
The Atomic signature is our use of exotic materials specifically designed to improve
performance. We developed multi-composite plastics for the SplitFins to maximize
the efficiency of the kick with less fatigue. Flexible side rails and a stiff foot pocket
are combined with stiff battens in the blade to control the flex pattern for optimum
performance. Our patented EZ-LOK Buckle System is one of those distinct Atomic
features that make divers love us even more.
Spring Heel Straps
A Patented Atomic Exclusive
Another “rethinking” of something simple, the unique rust-resistant stainless steel springs
were designed with variable pitch geometry. Divers get a more comfortable fit and easy
one-hand removal, yet the springs are resistant to deformation if overstretched. Available
for all Atomic SplitFins or as a universal retrofit for other brands.
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