{"product_id":"pf3-evolution-pod-swim-fins-asymmetric-blade-and-foot-pocket","title":"PF3 Evolution POD Swim Fins - Asymmetric Blade and Foot Pocket","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Longest and Most Flexible Fin in the PF Series - Body Surfing, Bodyboarding and Swimming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PF3 Evolution carries the longest blade in the POD PF Series, and it flexes more than either the PF1 or the PF2. Its asymmetric blade and foot pocket follow the foot's shape and keep the load centred over it, not out at the toe edge. That lets the blade flex in line with the kick instead of twisting the foot sideways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the PF2, the PF3 carries vertical rails out to the blade edge. On a wave, those rails hold into the face and keep your legs from sliding down it. The PF2 pairs its rails with a symmetric blade. The PF3 pairs them with an asymmetric blade made for a left or right foot, so the two fins in a pair are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe asymmetric foot pocket follows the foot's natural contour instead of stretching evenly on both sides. It can feel different from the PF1 or PF2, even in the right size. If you want a firmer connection, POD 3mm Neoprene Fin Socks close up the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders who want the fin to answer every change in direction and timing choose the PF3 for that response. It comes in sizes Small\/Medium through Large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePOD developed \u003cstrong\u003evariegated colour straps and rails\u003c\/strong\u003e with our natural rubber fin factory in Malaysia, and the colour placement technique was a world first. The patterns take their cue from ocean life, so every pair is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the PF3 Works Well\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBodysurfing\u003c\/strong\u003e: The load sits over the centre of the foot, so direction and timing hold through fast, moving water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBodyboarding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Vertical rails hold into the wave face while the asymmetric blade flexes with each kick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming and open water\u003c\/strong\u003e: The long blade moves more water on each kick, with more give than the PF2 across a long swim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOcean photography and lifesaving\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fin keeps its shape and response under repeated load in changing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwim Fin Comparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/5826\/3091\/files\/POD_Fins_PF3_blade_lenght_compared_to_POD_Fins_PF2_blade.jpg?v=1782941476\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare PF2 and PF3 blade lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/5826\/3091\/files\/Churchill-Swim-Fins-Comparing-with-POD-Fins-PF3-Blade.jpg?v=1782941723\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare PF3 and Churchill Makapuu blade lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePF3 Size Comparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade length grows across the sizes, adding surface area as the fin scales up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/5826\/3091\/files\/POD_Fins_Size_Chart_PF3_Bodysurfing_Fins_Bodyboarding_Fins-Swim_Fins-Swimming_Fins.png?v=1782940639\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView PF3 blade width and length across sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePOD PF3 Swim Fin Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural buoyant rubber compounds, manufactured in Malaysia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe longest blade in the PF Series, with the most flex of all three models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsymmetric geometry centres the load over the foot rather than the toe edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical rails run to the blade edge and hold into the wave face, so your legs stay up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsymmetric foot pocket follows the natural contour of the foot for a close connection under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplay Rails® work with the asymmetric blade to guide the direction of each kick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-laminated construction, with overlapping layers of varying hardness for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft rubber-lined extended foot pocket for a secure, comfortable fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrainage channels let water and sand run out of the foot pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariegated colour straps and rails inspired by ocean life, with every pair uniquely patterned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSwim Fins and Shoe Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoe size is not a reliable guide for swim fins. Rubber stretch, foot pocket shape and brand sizing all vary. The PF3's asymmetric pocket stretches differently from a symmetric one, so check the POD Fit Finder before you choose a size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/understand-the-water\/how-to-choose-the-right-swim-fin-and-why\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehow fit affects movement and control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePOD PF3 Swim Fin Sizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the most accurate fit, use the \u003cstrong\u003ePOD Fit Finder\u003c\/strong\u003e or the measurements below to match your foot and ankle dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep 1 - Foot Length and Width\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\/Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7-8 - Length 24 cm, Width 9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8-9 - Length 25 cm, Width 9.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\/Large\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9-10 - Length 26 cm, Width 10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10-11 - Length 27 cm, Width 10.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements are maximum sizes before stretch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural rubber stretch allowance up to 5 mm for a snug fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStep 2 - Ankle Width for Strap Fit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\/Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7-8 - Width 9.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8-9 - Width 10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\/Large\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9-10 - Width 10.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10-11 - Width 11 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements are before stretch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap stretch allowance of 10-15 mm for a secure, non-slip fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/5826\/3091\/files\/POD-Swim-Fins-PF3-Foot-and-Ankle-Size-Chart.png?v=1782941239\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView the PF3 foot and ankle size chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your PF3 Fit and Ocean Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right size is the first step. The PF3 works under heavier load in bigger surf, so a secure fit matters even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you take your PF3 fins into surf, shore break or moving water, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pod-deluxe-fin-straps-swim-fin-savers-flipper-savers\/\"\u003ePOD Deluxe Fin Straps\u003c\/a\u003e keep them tethered to your ankle through entry, exit and turbulent water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver a long session, pressure can build through the heel and strap. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pod-swim-fin-savers-and-heel-protectors\/\"\u003ePOD Swim Fin Savers and Heel Protectors\u003c\/a\u003e cover the heel, ease the rubbing and hold the strap in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your foot sits loose in the pocket, or moves slightly under load, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/swim-fins-socks-flipper-socks-neoprene-socks\/\"\u003ePOD 3mm Neoprene Fin Socks\u003c\/a\u003e close up the fit, add grip inside the pocket and keep your feet warm in colder water. The POD Fit Finder also shows when socks, heel pads or fin savers are worth adding, based on your foot dimensions and how you plan to use the fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt to Last\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Malaysian rubber holds its properties through years of saltwater, chlorine and UV light. A customer recently shared a pair of PF3 fins that are more than ten years old and still in use. The material is doing what we chose it to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DCKWI2-SyCS\/?igsh=MXV3eHh4Z3VudXNyYQ==\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the ten-year-old PF3s on Instagram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Rubber - What to Expect on Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePOD moulds every PF3 from natural Malaysian rubber. A light white powder or waxy residue on the surface is normal. It is not a defect, and you do not need to remove it before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMould release agents from manufacturing and natural compounds in the rubber cause it, and you will find the same residue on other natural rubber products. It shows up more on darker rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote on colour\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shows more clearly on black rubber due to contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf it dries out\u003c\/strong\u003e: A wash in hot water dissolves a powdery surface if one develops over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRubber Memory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural rubber holds the shape it was moulded into. If a fin bends out of shape from storage or heat, hot water helps it relax back towards its original form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePOD natural rubber swim fins suit swimming, bodysurfing, bodyboarding, lifesaving and ocean photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalk backwards when wearing fins. 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