The Mares X-One is a simple, rugged open-heel fin aimed at snorkellers and warm-water divers who want easy performance at a great price. It uses Mares' Channel Thrust design, so the blade flexes and channels water rearward for a soft, effective kick that does not tire you out.

A self-adjusting elastic strap makes the X-One quick to put on and pull off, whether you are in the water or on the boat. The foot pocket is perforated so trapped water drains away fast, keeping the fin light on your feet.

Its short heel and light build make the X-One a popular travel companion for trips to warm tropical seas, though it works in temperate water too. For Indian divers and snorkellers after dependable value, it is an easy pick.