AniaR
11-27-2017, 11:45 AM
Hey folks
I just got back from a trip to Florida where I was invited to photoshoot with Mertailor and try a beautiful green full silicone Allure tail.
Tail-
The tail wasn't made to my measurements but it practically fit like a glove. Really soft silicone on the inside and I was able to get it on with a little bit of lotion, and without rolling it down. I needed some help to get my first foot in- as the tail I tried was a prototype and the straps were quite large width wise. Once my feet were in, I couldn't get OVER how comfortable it was- especially compared to a monofin. It was so SOFT and kushy. And indeed while I swam it was insanely comfortable.
The tail was really heavy on land but I am told the newer versions have been made much lighter. You probably wouldn't be able to lift the fluke without help. It had an amazing paint job, and a lovely dorsal.
The tail swam really well, similar to using a foil fin, and was a tiny bit heavier than I was used to IN water which actually helped me a lot.
Getting the tail off took all of 2 seconds. I was easily able to pop my feet out and slide the whole thing off in one swoop. I think there's a lot to be said from NOT getting a tail skin tight, way more comfortable!
Shoot-
Eric offers personalized photoshoots for clients or people who want to rent his tails ranging in the 500$ area. Mine was a birthday gift from him :)
He has a stunning infinity pool that is 9ft deep with a great diffuser tent that goes over it to help control lighting. It's salt water and totally easy on eyes.
We were provided with change rooms, towels, and anything we needed for the shoot.
Eric was excellent to collaborate with, gave great direction, and had great ideas. I love out photos so much! He even edited a few while I was present so I could see the results instantly.
This was such a positive experience for me I have decided to buy an allure spellbound. I truly wish I could afford the full silicone but because of the currency difference between CAD and USD right now, it isn't practical as I'd be paying nearly an extra 2k on top of listed price. But I'm going to order a spellbound version in the future.
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Here's a neat slow mo video showing the tail flip! https://www.instagram.com/p/BbvoALXBDQy/?taken-by=hfxmermaid I just LOVE it
https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/23795939_1834243833277018_8036154062588376038_n.jp g?oh=56fda3e48abba810b500d415bd00bce1&oe=5A97E6E2
https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/23659132_1833233393378062_2423101175400560012_n.jp g?oh=d59bacd080271834872777d4cb0ecaa5&oe=5A9A310E
I would totally suggest these tails to people, and I would totally suggest hiring Eric for a shoot.
I just got back from a trip to Florida where I was invited to photoshoot with Mertailor and try a beautiful green full silicone Allure tail.
Tail-
The tail wasn't made to my measurements but it practically fit like a glove. Really soft silicone on the inside and I was able to get it on with a little bit of lotion, and without rolling it down. I needed some help to get my first foot in- as the tail I tried was a prototype and the straps were quite large width wise. Once my feet were in, I couldn't get OVER how comfortable it was- especially compared to a monofin. It was so SOFT and kushy. And indeed while I swam it was insanely comfortable.
The tail was really heavy on land but I am told the newer versions have been made much lighter. You probably wouldn't be able to lift the fluke without help. It had an amazing paint job, and a lovely dorsal.
The tail swam really well, similar to using a foil fin, and was a tiny bit heavier than I was used to IN water which actually helped me a lot.
Getting the tail off took all of 2 seconds. I was easily able to pop my feet out and slide the whole thing off in one swoop. I think there's a lot to be said from NOT getting a tail skin tight, way more comfortable!
Shoot-
Eric offers personalized photoshoots for clients or people who want to rent his tails ranging in the 500$ area. Mine was a birthday gift from him :)
He has a stunning infinity pool that is 9ft deep with a great diffuser tent that goes over it to help control lighting. It's salt water and totally easy on eyes.
We were provided with change rooms, towels, and anything we needed for the shoot.
Eric was excellent to collaborate with, gave great direction, and had great ideas. I love out photos so much! He even edited a few while I was present so I could see the results instantly.
This was such a positive experience for me I have decided to buy an allure spellbound. I truly wish I could afford the full silicone but because of the currency difference between CAD and USD right now, it isn't practical as I'd be paying nearly an extra 2k on top of listed price. But I'm going to order a spellbound version in the future.
42522
Here's a neat slow mo video showing the tail flip! https://www.instagram.com/p/BbvoALXBDQy/?taken-by=hfxmermaid I just LOVE it
https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/23795939_1834243833277018_8036154062588376038_n.jp g?oh=56fda3e48abba810b500d415bd00bce1&oe=5A97E6E2
https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/23659132_1833233393378062_2423101175400560012_n.jp g?oh=d59bacd080271834872777d4cb0ecaa5&oe=5A9A310E
I would totally suggest these tails to people, and I would totally suggest hiring Eric for a shoot.