TYR Stryker Silicone Swim Fin for Racing and Training

After using long fins for years, I switched to these short fins to truly help my kick strength and effectiveness. I don't swim as fast with these fins as I did when I wore my long fins, but my leg strength has improved and my real-world no-fin kick is much more effective. I was surprised by how hard it is to kick with short fins. I go only little faster than when I'm not wearing any fins, and my legs burn like crazy from the effort, but that's exactly what I wanted. The fins fit me perfectly. I wear a 12.5US size shoe. The XXL size feels comfortable (after an initial break-in period). They rubbed on the back of my heal during the first swim. They still rubbed a little after the second swim. But by the third swim, I could barely feel them on my feet. I'm not sure how long they will last, but they feel well made.

These are great for lap swimming. They don;t twist your ankle at all and are light weight but just heavy enough for me. Seems true to size chart.

I have used these fins swimming laps several times per week for months. There was no ‘breaking in’ period or need to build tolerance. No hint of blisters ever. My feet slide in fairly easily and I can manage to put them on while standing in the pool on one foot. My feet aren’t thin, so I am not sure about the review that said they wouldn’t go on but I am suspecting this person needed a larger size. I bought the size recommended on the chart and they are perfect. The fins have held up well with no deterioration. I do not find them heavy at all. In the past, I have had to remove other fins for a few laps to let my feet rest but I wear these for my entire mile and forget that I have them on. I will cry if they ever quit making these because I never want to wear the old style fins again! I am going to buy a spare set, just in case!

I bought them with fear that they would not work for me, but they have a true fit according to the table, I use Vaseline to prevent rubbing from irritating me but that is to make it faster to put on the flaps. They are tight, if you are not sure of your size, look for reference from several brands or someone who already has them, also check your size with several shoes at home.In practice they have helped me to be aware of my kicks, I have been improving in a short time of use.

I bought these to replace some that were hurting my daughter in practice. These have been great and she said they are much more comfortable. She's also not getting foot cramps when wearing them like when she wore the others.

This is my 3rd order of different swim fins to try and find a pair that fits my 11-X-Wide feet. These silicone fins stretch a little, unlike the other hard rubber fins I bought and had to return. I plan on pool swimming a lot so we'll see how long they hold up. If you have wide feet these will fit. Highly recommended!

great product

Have been using for about 6 months and love them. At first I thought the fit was too tight, but that was only in comparison to my previous fins. These seem durable, the color is great, and they are just big enough to work my legs while making turns at the wall easy.