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Choosing Monofin Foot Pockets - V1 - Long Rails

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Goal

Choose the right freediving foot pockets for DIY monofin, focusing on performance-critical features.

Specifications / Dimensions

  • Foot pocket rails: long to transfer more power from the footpockets to the monofin blade
  • Blade angle: 20°–33° for better body position and surface gliding
  • Attachment system: screws for secure hold

Reference Images

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Example Foot pocket

Bill of Materials

Material Quantity Unit Cost Line Cost
Monofin Footpockets
Reusable Pair of angled freediving pockets with long rails		 1 pair £45.00 per pair (recorded range)
Total £45.00

Instructions (step-by-step)

  1. Check rail length

    • Choose pockets with stiff long rails so that we transfer more energy to the blade.
    • The rails only touch the stiff upper part while allowing the lower part of the blade to flex
    • Review current supplier pricing on the monofin foot pockets material page — budget listings can differ from retail stock.

  2. Check blade angle

    • Select pockets with 20°–33° blade angle.
    • Larger angles favor surface swimming and gliding.
    • Smaller angles or flat pockets may feel more responsive but are less efficient for pool or surface work.

  3. Check attachment system

    • Ensure the pockets use a screws attachment system
    • This system is standard for modern freediving pockets and ensures a secure, repeatable fit.