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Tell us how you really feel Gig...LOL Seriously, I have "heard" the same thing. Never wanted to find out for myself.

Then regular fins would be better. Specially from a pontoon as you are sitting higher. Not sure how much of the Paddle would be in the water. You can do a lot with a pair of regular fins.

I am thinking you are talking about these:
http://reviews.basspro.com/2010/15324/paddle-pushers-reviews/reviews.htm

Should be able to find a used pair for dirt cheap, as just about everyone that...