has anyone tried this while snorkeling? looking for something i can keep on my person while underwater for about 2 hrs at a time
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Never took it that far for that amount of time. But I had it with me at the beach and it work fine while I wave dove
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Swimming laps might be better with a vest. I'm very cold natured so I would use it for laps at 84 degrees, but I think a vest would be enough for most people after getting warmed up. Keep in mind it does run very small. You wouldn't want it too tight for that activity. I wasn't hot in it riding bikes at a casual pace for an hour after snorkeling. It's very flexible but it's still a wetsuit material.
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No it did not impair my vision . I could not get used to it . I had never swam with a snorkel . I felt as though I was drowning when I used it . Good luck , I am sure if you have used as snorkel before this one with work well for you . Chuck
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Hi xterradiver, Kendall here from The Friendly Swede! To answer your question the best I can, the material itself is not designed to be submerged in water for long periods of time. It can withstand wet weather conditions but it is not designed for scuba diving. As a scuba diver myself, I know how important safety is while underwater. As much as I would love to recommend our product to you, I'm not sure it would suit your needs as a scuba diver. I hope that helps! Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us at the customer service link below. Thanks! All the best, Kendall / The Friendly Swede
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I didn't use mine long enough to get wet bc I hated it! But I have a few relatives that use theirs & they kept dry to spills & baby slobbers however I don't know anyone who actually took it underwater!
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I never used mine in water. It made my voice sound like I was in a tunnel. It was very hard to put on and take off. I threw it in the trash. Don't waste your money.
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As a newer Go Pro user, i cant give my opinion from experience, but i did use the drying inserts, while snorkeling and in humid Jamaica and everything worked out great. I did use the filters some, but didn't notice a huge difference, didn't have any issue getting them to fit. I opted on the side of better to have it then not have it. Haven't used them since.
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JB, I'm pretty satisfied with it. I took it with me to Australia for a few weeks and never had any problems. I only used it on 6 dives and twice snorkeling, but the battery lasted the entire time and still showed as full. Getting ready to take it with me to South Africa. I posted some pics taken with the camera mask here:http://www.projectaware.org/diver-photos/kyleblankenship/13273One of the videos I took with it is here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6ip_gRX53Y&feature;=youtu.be
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i used it for scuba diving, so even though there is no time limit, it was rarely in the water more than an hour at a time anyway, but some friends borrowed it for surfing and snorkeling. There was no problem. It's robust!
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you could try it. it is not waterproof. it is very comfortable. i like the front zipper. never was a fan of the zipper on back of the wetsuits i used while skiing and tubing altho i understand why. i use mine for hunting as a 2nd layer. i wear thermal underwear (long-johns) top and bottom and then this over that, generally. it worked well. i guess it would depend on your personal preference and if you want this suit directly against your skin
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I am so accustomed to wearing a snorkel, I haven't noticed that it impairs vision at all. I wear goggles every swim so, I would say its safe to wear a mask.
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This mask is only for swimmers who do laps in indoor pools. It doesn't represent a mask for snorkeling. I do a lot of snorkeling (like Austrailia, Belize, Thailand) and any good quality snorkel mask set will do. They almost always go together: the mask and snorkel. If you're buying them separate, they probably aren't what you are looking for. If you already have a snorkel, find a mask that completely covers the nose. Nothing else will work.
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I use them for snorkeling. I have severe arthritis and my knees ache if I don't have them on especially when the water is cooler. They work very well.
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All of the documentation I have found online states water resistant.Which usually means as long as you aren't diving with it you should be ok. My concern though would be the optical sensor on the back used for measuring heart rate. I personally would not swim with it on.
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To be honest - I have no tried it. I only use it when I am drifting in pretty shallow waters. Sorry I am no help.
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I haven't used it underwater! I just take it with me on floats and what not! I just use it as protection if my phone were to drop in the water! I think the more expensive ones are the way to go,there more durable and could withstand going underwater for a short time!
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I have a mustache and it works fine for swimming in a pool down to 5' deep. So I can't say how well it would work if you go deeper than that while snorkeling. Of course it doesn't cover your nose. I have snorkeled with other goggles and I don't have a problem breathing just through my mouth while my nose is under water. I would guess it would be fine down to 10' also which is as deep as I've ever gone snorkeling. If you stay on the surface you'll be fine.