Snorkel and mask tips
Before you start your diving activities and using a snorkel for
the first time, there are some important tips and notions which
you must learn and take into account. When done properly and
following some main guidelines, diving and wearing a snorkel can
be a great and very enjoyable activity, but if it is done
without following the basics problems might arouse and it might
end up being a headache rather than gratifying.
Your snorkel and the rest of your diving equipment might be the
most important factor which you must pay attention to when you
wish to dive. First of all, you should choose a good diving
mask, which adapts to your face and fits it properly. With your
diving mask, you should also buy a defogging solution which will
allow you to avoid having fogging problems while you dive.
The most important aspect to which you must pay attention to
when you buy a new diving mask and snorkel is the way it fits
your face. The mask you buy must fit you perfectly or otherwise
water might enter into it and become a big problem. You should
also make sure that your snorkel can be attached to the mask
without any problems. If your mask's strap is too wide or too
narrow for your snorkel to be properly attached to it, you might
have to look for another mask.
Besides your mask, the fins you choose are a very important part
of your snorkel complementary equipment as well. The fins you
choose should fit you and allow you to feel comfortable while
wearing them as well as they should adapt to the specific kind
of diving activities you will practice. You should make sure
that they fit you and adjust to your fit size but without making
you loose mobility.
Another very important factor which might have a great impact on
the way you practice and enjoy diving is the way you feel while
being into the water. In order to be able to enjoy your diving
practice you must be able to relax and feel comfortable while
using your snorkel as well as while being in the water. This is
a must if you wish to start practicing this sport and acquiring
new skills and techniques, you can not practice this activity if
you feel scared of the water or of using a snorkel.
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