Product Reviews 17 and 18 - Speedo BioFuse and Finis Zoomer Z2 fins

I tested both pairs of fins kicking only, with and without a kickboard, and swimming freestyle. I do not swim with fins very often, so this gave me an excuse to use fins frequently. The Speedo (www.speedousa.com) Biofuse fins (price $26-$35) look like a good quality solid fin. The Speedo fins fit tight, almost too tight. The silicon material stretches and fits around the foot. There is a tab at the front of the foot opening and the back of the foot opening to hold onto while putting the fin on your foot. The Finis (www.finisinc.com/P-23500270/Z2-Zoomer) Z2 Zoomer ($27-$40) fins fit looser than the Speedo fins. The Speedo fins have a more traditional look to them, while the Finis fins have an unusual shape compared to other fins. The Finis fins have a very rectangular shape to them, with two ribs on the bottom and one on the top. This is what the Finis website had to say about the fins, “The new Zoomer Z2 swim fins are specially designed to improve the effectiveness of one's swim workouts by creating an easier kicking movement. The channel on the bottom of the Zoomer Z2 captures water to provide ideal propulsion for longer distances, while the back ridges strengthen the hamstrings and glutes. Like the original Zoomer fins, the Zoomer Z2 fins are shorter in length than standard swim fins. They utilize a patented angle and quick response technology to promote a shorter, faster kick that makes the legs work harder while reducing the occurrence of burnout.” This is what the Speedo website had to say about their fins, “[BioFuse] Fin offers a perfect blend of hard and soft silicone to enhance performance and provide unparalleled comfort. Stiff blade for maximum power and strength building. 100% silicone and latex free. “

After swimming with both fins, I can honestly say I have no real preference between the two of them. They both fit differently, but still comfortably. They both are very effective fins. I choose to purchase the Speedo fins because I liked the look and the fit a little more than that of the Finis fins.