Mermaiding has become a popular hobby. However, tail safety is often overlooked and can be dangerous. It is important to understand the safety aspects of buying and swimming with a tail.
Buying a Mermaid Tail
Be careful when buying a mermaid tail. Some sellers offer dangerous tails made of low-quality materials that can become heavy and hazardous in the water. How can you ensure that the tail you buy is safe?
Follow these easy guidelines for buying a mermaid tail:
- Ensure you purchase from a reputable supplier. Many third-party or foreign vendors may sell dangerous tails.
- Search around for reviews. If the product does not have any reviews, look for one that does.
- Make sure the monofin is not clear and is made by a reputable company. Finnis is a great company that makes quality silicone monofins.
Now that you have found a safe tail to use, Swimming with a tail is not easy. It takes lots of practice. But as you are learning to use your fins, be sure that you are as safe as can be.
Check out the full blog “A Guide to Buying and Swimming with a Mermaid Tail” to know more.
Originally published on Njswim.