Rare Vineyard View Posted August 31, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 31, 2017 we have decided to quit renting snorkel and masks.....I have been reading about the full face snorkels that allow yo u better viewing, and the ability to breath through your nose or mouth without fogging the mask...no more clamping your teeth around the mouthpiece! Wondering if we could get some recommendations and input from those who have gone this direction please? We won't use them all that often, so we aren't looking for top of the line, but it seems the right direction to go. So any guidelines on models/makes, ease of packing, reliability, etc would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sw16 Posted August 31, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Last year I purchased 2 of them and absolutely loved them. So much better than having to have something annoying in your mouth. No problems at all with fogging or leaking! I bought the Tribord brand. Worth every penny, Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vineyard View Posted September 1, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Thank you sw16👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sw16 Posted September 1, 2017 #4 Share Posted September 1, 2017 You are welcome! Oh also, the snorkel part comes off and mine came in a small pouch so it won't scratch. Easy to pack! Very comfortable and the band is a stretchy elastic type material that doesn't get caught in your hair. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vineyard View Posted September 1, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Thanks once again. I just looked on Amazon. It gets very good reviews!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms411 Posted September 1, 2017 #6 Share Posted September 1, 2017 This question was recently asked on the St Thomas/St John Forum on TripAdvisor. Bottom line is Tribord was also the most recommended brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadarocks Posted September 1, 2017 #7 Share Posted September 1, 2017 I first tried the Tribord mask on a Woodwind tour in Bonaire. Loved it so much, I asked for and got it the next Christmas. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vineyard View Posted September 1, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Thank you Canadarocks. I spent a lot of time yesterday researching the two highest rated brands. There are fans of both, but it sounds like the Tribord has a longer history and possibly higher quality materials, so I think it will be the direction we will go. The 2017 model of Tribord has a different logo/owner but so far getting great reviews And thank you ms411.....I did not see the previous question on this St Thomas forum. I will see if I can find it. I did just ask here and on St Lucia - I normally don't do that on two forums, and probably should not have. I appreciate all the input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms411 Posted September 2, 2017 #9 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Here's the link to the thread discussing snorkel masks. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g147409-i432-k10809754-Looking_for_a_full_face_snorkel_mask_recommendation-St_John_U_S_Virgin_Islands.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vineyard View Posted September 2, 2017 Author #10 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Thank you. Got it. I missed the part about being on TA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarleyBear Posted September 8, 2017 #11 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I have the Tribord for the entire family except for my daughter who does free diving. We LOVE it. I got a friend who lives in the UK to buy it for us when it first came out. Been using it for four years. The best purchase EVER. No fogging. BUT if you do intense swimming and heavy breathing you will feel that your breathing is impeded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agp_mzk Posted September 8, 2017 #12 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I have one and LOVE it! So much more comfortable and provides a wider field of vision as a nice bonus. I think mine is an Octobermoon. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonmom Posted September 10, 2017 #13 Share Posted September 10, 2017 We have 3, all different brands, all purchased on Amazon at different price points, including a Tribord. They are all great. Find the size you need and just buy whatever color and brand is cheapest in your size. Sent from my Nexus 5X using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laszlo Posted September 10, 2017 #14 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Last year I purchased 2 of them and absolutely loved them. So much better than having to have something annoying in your mouth. No problems at all with fogging or leaking! I bought the Tribord brand. Worth every penny, Sent from my iPad using Forums How is it diving down 12-15ft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vineyard View Posted September 10, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted September 10, 2017 All the responses that I am seeing are saying these are not good for free diving. They are apparently best for surface snorkeling. Because that is my husbands style I will get him one. Because I enjoy free diving while snorkeling I am researching the traditional mask. I am a bit disappointed but better to know ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laszlo Posted September 10, 2017 #16 Share Posted September 10, 2017 All the responses that I am seeing are saying these are not good for free diving. They are apparently best for surface snorkeling. Because that is my husbands style I will get him one. Because I enjoy free diving while snorkeling I am researching the traditional mask. I am a bit disappointed but better to know ahead. Yea, after some research I'm seeing that also. Thanks for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vineyard View Posted September 10, 2017 Author #17 Share Posted September 10, 2017 If anyone has traditional snorkel mask recommendations for occasional use - that provides an enhanced view over those we have always rented - I would sure appreciate some suggestions. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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