Buoys – rafts – and aquatic devices – Swimming aid to increase stroke efficiency – Foot attached
Patent
1995-02-27
1997-01-28
Basinger, Sherman
Buoys, rafts, and aquatic devices
Swimming aid to increase stroke efficiency
Foot attached
441 61, A63B 3111
Patent
active
055973361
ABSTRACT:
A uniquely configured fin (2) that has an open instep (60) and which is secured to the foot of the wearer by padded securement means (52) so as to accommodate a plurality of foot sizes and wherein the fin (2) is made in a two part single mold process. Protuberances (70) may be placed on selected drag surfaces of the fin (2) to act as vacuum breakers to reduce drag of the fin (2) as it propels a swimmer through the water.
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