Description
DiveR, Australian producer of a top line freediving fins has released fins reinforced by TeXtreme Technology. The new fin transfers the load progressively from the heel to the toe while remaining soft yet responsive, that gives the diver a new unique feeling.
“We were looking for a new flagship fin that generated the most power with the least amount of effort. We partnered up with TeXtreme engineers to find the right solution both in carbon fiber and resin system to achieve our goals, and now we’re excited to present our TeXtreme Innegra™ fin that’s an ultra-light fin that can deform far more than previous carbon/aramid fins without failing.” says Ray Powell, founder of DiveR Australia
TeXtreme technology it is based on using Spread Tows instead of traditional round tows to create ultra-light weight, high-performance products. Companies utilizing the TeXtreme Technology achieve significant results in minimizing weight while increasing rigidity, strength, etc., in comparison to other carbon fiber materials.
“Ray continues “We’re given outstanding results when using TeXtreme Technology in our fins and are continuing to work closely with the TeXtreme team in developing materials that add both toughness and mechanical advantage to the end product”.
By using TeXtreme Innegra hybrid fabric, DiveR was able to maximize the weight savings with the thin ply advantages of TeXtreme Technology and combine it with the hydrophobic and ductile properties of Innegra™ to achieve the most advanced fin ever produced.
TeXtreme technology is able to maximize the benefits of thin ply principles where research studies have shown the maximum strength until breakage is more than twice as high when comparing with conventional carbon fiber fabrics.
TeXtreme can be found in Formula 1, America’s Cup, NASCAR and Le Mans racing, bicycles, golf clubs, surfboards, tennis racquets, table tennis blades, rowing shells, skis, snowboards and ice hockey sticks as well as various industrial and advanced aerospace applications.
Benefits of Innegra Fiber for Diving Fins:
- Impact Resistance: Protects fins from damage and enhances durability.
- Flexibility: Improves energy transfer for efficient propulsion.
- Lightweight: Reduces fatigue and enhances manoeuvrability underwater.
- Used in industries such as Formula 1 and aerospace
- Vibration Damping: Provides a smoother and controlled swimming experience.
- Chemical Resistance: Protects fins from degradation in various diving environments.