Search
shop

Review: Alpha Pro Fins

Alpha Pro Swim Fins from the Michael Phelps and Aqua Sphere partnership offer you an interesting and visually different swim fin in a lightweight one piece EVA moulded form.
Last updated -

More swim training tech from the Michael Phelps and Aqua Sphere partnership. Here we have the Alpha Pro Fins, developed by Aqua Sphere with Michael Phelps and Bob Bowman who coached Michael during his quite successful swim career.


Product Alpha Pro Fins
Price £20 – £25
Size tested XS
Weight NA
Colours Green
Sizes See below
Website http://michaelphelps.com/uk/

 

Alpha Pro Fins are claimed to be upto 70% lighter than competing swim fins and this is very obvious as soon as you pick them up. They feel very lightweight and surprisingly solid! The EVA foam is a really durable, closed cell foam that does not sink or become water logged which helps with buoyancy and foot position in the water. The fins have been designed to mimic a swimmers natural competitive kicking tempo with an asymmetrical short blade design and a look that will set them apart.

Yes they are visually very different to the majority of training fins out there. They are immediately recognisable poolside. The fins are a one piece construction with the heel strap all part of the moulded construction. The sizing is quite specific so make sure you check before you order or try them on for best fit. The size we tested (XS) was comfortable and the fit suggested that the size guide was pretty accurate for our UK tester. The EVA material offered a snug fit and after regular swim sessions provided no areas of concern for fit or comfort in the pool.

There has been no issue with durability so far, the heel ‘strap’ seems strong and comfortable and looks like it will be long lasting as there are no bonding or joint points to weaken the fins.

In the pool they have performed without issue and the EVA material means they float which is handy and aids with foot position in the water whilst swimming. The physical design of the fins appears more natural and organic than other fins and would suggest that thought has gone into the design to promote a ‘natural’ kick. There is speculation that incorrect use of swim fins could exacerbate knee issues, maybe this design is the answer? Just a thought!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=HtB3IqfFsQk

The key features:

  • Asymmetrical design provides natural kicking motion
  • Short blade mimics race pace kicking tempo
  • Rigid EVA foam construction ensures enhanced propulsion
  • Green
  • Provides isolated leg workout
  • Water channels provide stability and maximum power transfer
  • Dedicated right and left fins with full arch support
  • XS (3-5.5UK), S (5.5-7.5 UK), M (7.5-9.5 UK), L (9.5-11 UK0, XL (11-12.5 UK)

“A lot of the fins out there today are flat and swimmers learn to kick with their feet apart, which isn’t a very natural motion. I’m very pleased with these fins because they’re shaped in a way that you can kick the way you’re going to when you’re swimming.”
– Coach Bob Bowman

If you are looking for a new set of swim fins then these certainly stand out as serious training kit in the water and make for a lighter swim bag on dry land as they weigh next to nothing and don’t hold water and the EVA weighs next to nothing!

Alpha Pro Swim Fin

Written by
Andy Tomlinson
Discover more
Caroline Pohle Lena Meissner ironman 703 jonkoping sprint 2025
PremiumTriathlon’s mid-season report card: Tim Don on who’s raising the bar this triathlon race season
TRI-FIT VANGUARD tri suit review
The entry-level tri suit with a serious amount of performance for the price point – TRI-FIT VANGUARD review
Hayden Wilde bike supertri Boston 2024 photo credit supertri
Premium10 ways to make your road bike faster and more aero for triathlons
Kristian Blummenfelt photo credit: PTO Canadian Open
PremiumIs your gut health impacting your performance? The untapped potential of good gut health for triathletes
Laura Philipp and Kat Matthews on the run at the 2024 IRONMAN World Championship
PremiumHas triathlon reached peak performance? Tri experts and legends on how much faster triathletes could get
latest News
Triathlon superstar Hayden Wilde to make shock comeback at London T100
Lionel Sanders wins 70.3 St George 2025 photo credit Getty Images for IRONMAN
‘Intimidating’ to go into Worlds after four months off – but Lionel Sanders up for the challenge
Georgia Taylor-Brown Alex Yee Super League Triathlon Malibu 2021
Triathlon’s most decorated Olympic duo now honoured by their former University
Olav Aleksander Bu Photo credit: Roj Ferman | Surpas
Top triathlon coach Olav Aleksander Bu says it’s all about the team after Uno-X bag first Tour de France win
Danielle Lewis (USA) takes the win in Lake Placid.
IRONMAN Lake Placid 2025: Date, start time, how to watch and who’s racing
triathlon on your terms
Never miss out with our triathlon alerts & digest. Get a dose of adventure & inspiration with Boundless.
The 247 Group

The home of endurance sports

TRI247-LOGO_Primary-Black_RGB-1

CHOOSE YOUR MEMBERSHIP TO BECOME PART OF SOMETHING EPIC

We’re on a mission to elevate the world of endurance sport, becoming your go-to resource for expert training tips and inspiration, unbiased reporting and creating a platform for grassroots voices. But we can’t do it without you on board! Choose a TRI247+ membership option below and become part of something epic.

£7.95/month

Unlimited access. No ads. A whole library of tips, advice and inspiration at your finger tips, and the chance to shape the future of triathlon journalism.

100+ new articles/month

You’ll also gain access to our other premium websites:

Have an account? Sign in

£47.95/year
£95.40/year

50% Discount

100+ new articles/month

Unlimited access. No ads. A whole library of tips, advice and inspiration at your finger tips, and the chance to shape the future of triathlon journalism.

You’ll also gain access to our other premium websites:

Have an account? Sign in

Share to...