DaFiN Signature - Brian Keaulana Black / Gold

DaFiN Signature - Brian Keaulana Black / Gold

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"We live in the present in perfect balance because of our strong values from cultures to communities and from families to friendships. This is what grounds us. We have one foot planted firmly in the knowledge of the past and our other foot is always adapting to the future, which truly balances us in the present. I trust DaFin as an essential part of my safety necessities." - Brian Keaulana


Brian Keaulana is a renowned waterman whose life work has been in the ocean.


He is a lifeguard, professional surfer, big wave rider and tandem surfing world champion. For many years, Brian served as lifeguard captain of Oahu's Leeward coastline, a position once held by his father, the legendary Buffalo Keaulana. Through these roles, Brian has been an innovator in water safety risk management, constantly finding himself in the most precarious situations to ensure the safety of others. He was also one of the early pioneers in the development of jet ski rescue, and the development of rescue sleds. 


More recently, Brian is using his unique ocean knowledge and skills in Hollywood movies, where he performs and acts as a stunt co-ordinator for the film industry and has also consulted for some of the Worlds most elite training forces.


Whether he is managing water safety for Big Wave surfing events, or stunt co-ordination, Brian relies on DaFin to give him the strength, speed, agility, flexibility and endurance to avoid danger in the ocean.

  • 100% Malaysian Rubber 
  • Comfortable Foot Pocket
  • Lightweight 
  • Extremely powerful 
  • Maximum Control 
  • Can be worn on either foot
  • Floats in salt water
  • Used by the Worlds Best Waterman
  • Official fin of the United States Lifesaving Association and Hawaiian Lifeguard Association
DaFiN Size  US Mens Shoe Size US Ladies Shoe Size Foot Length (inches)
XXS 1-2 2-3.5 7.7"-8"
XS 3-4 4-5.5 8.4"-8.9"
S 5-6 6-7.5 9.1"-9.5"
M 7-8 8-9.5 9.7"-10.2"
ML 9-10 10-11.5 10.3"-10.8"
L 11-12 12-13.5 11"-11.5"
XL 13-14 14-15.5 11.7"-12.2"
XXL 15-16 12.3"-12.7"

All items are returnable, exchangeable & refundable depending on the circumstances.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer refunds for “change of mind” purchases or unwanted gifts. We also do not refund for goods which have been delayed in transit by the carrier.

Changing Sizes

In this instance, if you are able to cover the cost of sending the product back to us, we'll meet you half way and send you the replacement item free of charge.

In this situation, please return items to:

DaFin Australia
29 Meagher St
Chippendale, 2008 NSW
Australia

Please enclose a note (or email) what size you'd like to exchange for, 

Hot Tip: To save you a couple of bucks, we suggest removing the fins from the box and sending them in an A3 Post Bag. We'll send the new pair box-less 

Incorrect Orders

In the instance where DaFin Australia has sent an incorrect Order. Please send us an email at info@dafinsaustralia.com and inform us of the error.  We'll cover cost of shipping back to us & the return cost back to you. 

Damaged in Transit / Faulty

Don't stress - we'll cover this! We will cover shipping both ways an ensure a replacement item is sent ASAP.

Warranty Claims

For warranty Items, please contact DaFin Swimfins first on info@dafinsaustralia.com. If the item is deemed to be faulty, we will cover cost of shipping back to us & we'll cover return shipping cost.

In saying all that - we're here to help, and will do the best we can to keep everyone happy. If you have any further questions, queries, comments or complaints please email us at: info@dafinsaustralia.com

 

COST?
We provide FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $100, anywhere in Australia

For orders less than $100, we provide a Flat Rate Fee of $10 for Sale Fins, Clothing and Accessories

TIME?

Please allow 2-3 business days delivery to most areas of East Coast Australia. Shipments to WA are usually 4-6 Business Days. Remote regional postcodes may take up to 5-10 working days (Please note that these are a guide only)

TRACKING?
All prices include tracking & insurance. Once your order is fulfilled by us you will be sent your tracking number via the e-mail address or phone number you provided on checkout.

 

For all our orders, we use Direct Freight or Australia post depending on the Postcode or delivery address provided.

delivering the 2 things you want in a swimfin

COMFORT

DaFiN Swimfins feature a silky smooth foot pocket which is soft over the top of the toes and foot to prevent blisters and chafing while the bottom of the pocket is rigid to transmit power to the blade.  This is achieved through the use of all natural, high quality, 100% Malaysian Rubber (the best!). 

Generally, Fin socks or booties are not required for comfort when using DaFiN Swimfins. 

POWER

DaFiN Features a revolutionary design developed to create maximum power with minimum effort. The side “strakes” act to keep water from spilling off the outer edge of the fin on the down stroke. The strakes work in conjunction with a slightly elevated V-shaped foot pocket to create a chamber that allows maximum acceleration of the water flowing over the fin surface resulting in more thrust per kick. 

To top it off, DaFiN is one of the lightest surf fins on the market.  Less weight equals less strain.

WORN BY THE BEST

Sure, we flow a few pairs to high profile ambassadors including Mark Cunningham (World Champion Bodysurfer), Zak Noyle (Professional Surf Photographer) and Brian Keaulana (World Renowned Hawaiian Waterman), but what we froth on the most, is that DaFiN has a cult following of bodysurfers and surf photographers (the guys who spend the most time in the water!) who wont wear anything else!

VERSATILITY

It ain't all about putting your life on the line! (or saving lives)

We reckon a pair of DaFiNs is essential for any beach day quiver..

They are ideal for a variety of uses including Swimming, Snorkelling, Bodyboarding, Bodysurfing and Water Photography.

TRUSTED IN THE TOWER

DaFiN Swimfins are the Official fin of the United States Lifesaving Association, Hawaiian Lifeguard Association and is also widely used by Surf Lifesaving Australia. 

They are also the #1 Choice among many other Water Saftey teams around the World. 

If you need more reasons why, check out the endorsement DaFiN received from Chris Brewster, President of the United States Lifeguard Association.

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Testimonials

DaFiN is the only swim fin I use both professionally and for recreation. Power and comfort are the two utmost things I need in a pair of fins. DaFiN delivers on both and more. 

Mark Cunningham (World Champion Bodysurfer, 29-year Hawaii veteran lifeguard on Oahu’s North Shore)

I like to put myself and camera in the heaviest and scariest conditions in the ocean, I know I can trust my DaFiNs to get me in and out of these situations safely, as well as allow me to have the manoeuvrability to move in and out and not get sucked over while shooting out there.  The blade of DaFiN has just the right amount of stiffness to maximize the thrust with each kick of the foot.  I wouldn’t trust any other fin to get me out into the zone at 12 foot Pipeline and in safely again.

Zak Noyle (Professional Surf Photographer)
THE AUSSIE CONNECTION
Our History

While it's Hawaiian in its name, DaFiN  was developed by Andy Cochran, an Aussie who has made Hawaii his home for the past 35 years. Cochran had been a lifeguard at Australia’s famous Bondi Beach and was one of Oz’s early surfing pioneers.  In the mid-1990’s, he created the initial design for DaFiN out of a wooden block.  Fins were produced in Australia and then put to the test in Hawaii with world renowned Hawaiian watermen Mark Cunningham and Brian Keaulana.  Mark and Brian shared a passion with Andy to develop a high quality swim fin for ocean lifeguards that was powerful, yet comfortable, and versatile enough to provide any user a level of safety in the ocean.  Their invaluable input helped guide Cochran as he refined and retooled DaFiN from initial prototype to amazing product it is today. Also super cool to see the guys that were there from the beginning are still heavily involved with DaFiN

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