Can you where the fins barefoot?
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Yes, but definitely better with higher socks. Even with ankle socks it may irritate the back of your foot.
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You do need to wear boots, but you can find inexpensive ones on Amazon. I bought these(NeoSport Wetsuits Premium Neoprene 3mm Low Top Pull On Boot) to go along with the Cressi and it worked great.
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From GaryRose - I wear the pad on my right foot with sandals with no problem. I have also worn the pad barefoot but only for a short period of time indoors and had no problem. I just moisten it everyday and stick it on my bare foot before I put on my sandals. Hope this helps Island Mermaid.
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I always go barefoot, I'm sure shoes would be ok. Good scale, will buy another if this on fails
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Good question. I don't swim with or own a pair of fins so I can't answer for certain....but it fits my shoes with plenty of room to spare. I'd be willing to bet they would fit. Best wishes!
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You can, but have to walk stiff legged as it does not allow the ankle to bend, they have helped my Plantar Fasciiitis though. I have been wearing them for about 8 years now.
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Fins are practical with the Skagit. It will be a little awkward because you're seated a little higher but I usually have my feet in the water when I'm not moving around.
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I usually have on tennis shoes when I stretch with the slant board. However, I have used the slant board while barefooted without a problem.
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The fins might be on the small side, you might have to have the straps all the way out but you should be ok just the toes will sick out a little.
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I doubt you'd feel it if you had shoes on. You would definitely feel it barefoot and probably through socks though.You may want to be a little careful with the shoes though. The wires in this mat are *very* fine and shoes could probably break them or dislodge them from the mat surface.
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Either tail will fit your feet as your feet just need to slip into sleeve. Your feet literally are on top of the plastic that keeps the shape of fin. Your foot stays in place by the neoprene. No sock to bind or pinch your feet or toes. So bigger fin more fin to propel you if you have the leg and core strength to do so. Super fun and comfortable!
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I do use booties with my open-strap snorkel fins (a different fin by same manufacturer). My feet tend to blister easily, and I find less irritation when I wear the booties.
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You can as long as your foot placement is correct. Heels only. Ive done it before. But I would still use shoes.
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Yes they can be, you don't need to use their insoles. Just use the insole covers that come in the kit
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I have used it bare footed with no discomfort. Wearing socks should be fine.
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To be honest, I only know they will protect your feet from the rough surface. That is why I bought them. However, I use them with open heel fins. I don't try to swim with them alone.
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Patricia, you sure can. The best part about them is that they have the side zipper for easy on and off. Most wetsuit boots are just pull on and are a real pain. Understand though, that these are neoprene wetsuit material. They are thick and they do let the water in, as they are supposed to to help keep your feet warmer . The soles are nice and thick and "grippy" too. I have worn them on rocks , sand and slippery grass and they keep you pretty solidly on your feet.
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You don't need special boots, the ankle straps hold you as firm as you want. Mine has two holds, so that you can either use the lighter one or the tighter one. I've never tried it barefooted, but my husband has and he hasn't had any problems with the hold.