Claire wrote:
Hey, i did a search and can't find anything resent, can anyone explain the theory behind a low volume mask? does anyone know what volume actually constitutes a low volume?
anyone have any recommendations? i know you have to try them all on for one that fits you but any complete design flaws or pointers would be appreciated.
Of course you need a mask to stick to your face without the strap. Although I used to use a large skirt mask while scuba diving for comfort I now use my Technisub mini for both scuba and freediving. It's the best mask I have had so far for me. But I have a pointy face and it suits me now after a lot of messing about with leaks. It may not suit someone with a wider, fatter face. The silicon is hard in this mask and it took about a season of allowing it to mould to my face until it was really comfortable. But now it's awesome. It can leave a ring around my face for half a day but I think it's worth it because I prefer low profile, not only for the less amount of mask equalisation, but for the dynamics when diving deep and moving my head from side to side in a current, the less amount of mask that can be hit by a wave on the side skirt when on the surface and also the eyes are closer to the glass so periferal vision MAY be improved in some low profile masks. I also have a low profile Mares with a softer skirt as a back-up which is a nice mask and seems to fit most people I lend it to.