KikFin Founder – Amihay Mines
The history of underwater diving began with freediving—a vital practice for hunting and gathering, from food to precious resources like pearls and coral. My grandfather was a pearl diver, free-diving into the depths to retrieve nature’s hidden treasures. Like him—and like dolphins and sharks—I have dreamed since childhood of flying effortlessly through the water with speed and agility.
When humans built cars, they were inspired by horses. When they built airplanes, they looked to birds. Yet, when it came to underwater movement, humans didn’t draw inspiration from the ocean’s most efficient swimmers. Instead, they relied on torpedo-like devices—bulky, oxygen-draining, and completely unnatural to how marine life moves.
We set out to change that.
Breaking free from traditional thinking, we studied the most advanced underwater navigators—dolphins, sharks, and whales. Their secret lies in their fins. The pectoral fins control rotation and, in some species, even add speed. The dorsal fin ensures stability. Understanding these dynamics was key to engineering a system that would allow humans to move underwater as seamlessly as nature intended.
Through years of research and testing, we developed KikFin, the world’s first biomimetic underwater jetpack. Our innovation is centered around a specially designed vest that connects to two independent KikFin units, shaped like pectoral fins. The result? An entirely new way to navigate underwater—where lateral and vertical movement is controlled simply by tilting your head, allowing for fluid, intuitive motion. The water flows naturally around the body, creating the exhilarating sensation of flight.
After months of rigorous testing at varying depths, waterproofing trials, and refining the design, we achieved a high-quality product that meets the highest engineering standards.
But KikFin is more than just a product—it’s a commitment to the ocean. Every time we explore the sea, we make it a priority to collect and remove any debris we find, doing our part to protect the waters we love.
KikFin is not just about innovation; it’s about respecting the ocean, embracing its beauty, and moving as one with it.
Join us in shaping the future of underwater exploration.
– The KikFin Team