11.6.2017

I learnt to snorkel when I was a teenager and to scuba dive in my early twenties and it was one of the best things I ever did. To float (both on the surface and beneath) with schools of fish just swimming all around you with no fear – if you stay still they will even swim through your fingers – such a lovely experience. Looking at the sea creatures, corals, etc, in their own environment is amazing and interacting with them is superb.When I started it was with snorkel, mask and flippers – the basic kit – and every time we went n holiday (in this country or abroad) they went with me.If you are buying a snorkel then you need one with a valve. It is not uncommon for water to splash into the tube and a build-up of fluid will cause problems,

15.10.2016

I have been lucky enought to get to try three different Cressi masks and as I spend a lot of time in and under the water they are right up my street.A Dive Computer would also be nice :)Anyway, out of the three this one fits my face the best and has a snorkel with a purge valve.The carry bag is okay, just, but offers no crush protection and it is tricky to get the contents in or out.When selecting a mask, the key features are...1. Fit - Test. Without the strap around your head, breathe in through your nose and try and pull the mask off your face.2. Nose - If you are going to scuba or duck dive you will have to equalise so you must be able to squeeze your nose with the mask on.3.

20.10.2016

The set I have does not include fins, but the mask and snorkel are very good. The set is ideal if you need a snorkel that has a valve to help with clearing the water and the mask is of good quality, with easily adjustable straps. It feels quite light compared to some other sets that I've had in the past.The snorkel has a soft silicone mouthpiece, with a valve as I mentioned, which makes it easy to clear when you resurface. It also has a moulded splash guard at the top end, which helps prevent water entering the breathing tube until you dive.The mask has soft silicone straps and seal, which makes it very comfortable to wear.

9.11.2016

This is a good quality, mid-range snorkel set that, I admit, has yet to be tested in salt water, but bears up well in a chlorinated pool.The set comes in a nice, well made bag that you can continue to use for storage. The snorkel has a comfortable mouthpiece and comes with the all-important hood to prevent water getting in at the top, plus one of those "flush" pieces at the bottom, although I've never quite worked out how to use them/how they work...The mask is sturdy, with easily-adjusted straps. You get a wide field of vision, no or only minimal water seepage (depending on how well the mask has been adjusted to your face at the time) and only minimal fogging up (after applying the usual "toothpaste wash").

17.10.2016

A fantastic snorkelling set from Cressi.I am an occasional holiday-snorkeler, and I review this snorkelling set from that perspective. I have done scuba diving in the past, but don't find the time to do more than the occasional snorkeling nowadays.The Mask- The tempered glass lenses provide clear vision, and a good field of view - particularly looking down due to the upside-down teardrop shape.- The silicone provides a snug a comfortable fit to my face, and is relatively easy to adjust.The Snorkel- Comfortable grip in the mouth- Purge valve works brilliantly - making it easy to expel water that splashes into the snorkel. This is a key reason to pay a little more than a basic snorkel with no valve.The bag is nothing to get excited about,

21.10.2016

My first snorkelling set and so far only tested within the confines of a swimming pool.The face mask fits comfortably on the face, with the soft silicone surround helping to ensure a watertight fit and remain comfortable. The good design of the mask and the tempered glass lenses gives great clarity and excellent field of view at all times. The mask can easily adjusted for comfort and fit using the head strap, thus ensuring perfect fit and comfort, adjustment takes a little getting used to but with practice it's easy enough.The snorkel and pipe are made from a tough durable plastic, the pipe is flexible around the mouthpiece attachment for practicality.

28.10.2016

Cressi are known for their high quality water sport products, so it comes as little surprise that even their budget options are some of the best on the market. I've been super impressed by this mask and snorkel combo - it is incredibly well manufactured and feels as though it will last a long time.The mask is quite a bit larger than what I'm used to, which is in part because of the silicone gasket. Though it feels a little overwhelming at first, the fit is comfortable and it never pinches. The field of vision is also very good and has a nice teardrop design, which allows you to see below more comfortably. I also really like the snorkel and have found the valve to be very reliable. On top of this,

18.10.2016

This Cressi Ocean mask are rather “comfy to wear”, the lenses are designed to fit as closely to the eyes, thus ensuring optimum field of vision. The soft silicone skirt hugs the face and with its wide sealing ring, which gives it first-rate “hold” and exceptional fit that feels relaxed. Where the buckles are easy adjusting, and much easier to put on and take off compared to “mainstream” goggles. Once in the pool, the rubber seal is ideal. I swam for about an hour or so in our local swimming pool, although they are meant for outdoor use. The Snorkel has good features: with a profiled guard: it cuts water intake and splashing from the top without obstructive to your breathing.

4.11.2016

It's difficult to praise Cressi too much without sounding like you're shilling for them, but this is pretty much anyone could possibly want or expect from a snorkel set: The latest technology, loads of thoughful little design touches, excellent styling:Mask: This features tempered glass, a very soft silicone skirt that will cling to most varieties of face, a deep, teardrop shaped design that gives a huge field of vision, and a ratchet-and-buckle strap system that is easy to adjust even when wearing neoprene gloves,Snorkel: This features a splash guard, to prevent water getting into the snorkel, a purge valve at the bottom to get rid of water, and a quick-release clip to attach and detach it from the mask.Add to all that really sporty styling,

31.10.2016

I've never been snorkelling, so i'm only judging this equipment from a point of ignorance, but it does seem very good quality and looks very smart. The very soft clear latex of the mask fitted me well, with loads of adjustment still available, and I have a big head. Whilst the headband fitted my wife, the mask itself was way too big for her face, she is quite petite though. The snorkel was comfortable to use and I could breathe easily through it. It has a little clip that holds it to the side of the face mask. My reason for four stars is the storage bag, it is tear drop shape and the size of the opening at the top is almost too small to get the equipment in and out of, quite ridiculous.

1.11.2016

This set contains the mask and snorkel and also a carry case - though to be honest the carry case takes up more space than it saves and I wont be using it. The mask and snorkel themselves are fine. Cressi is a great brand that knows what it is doing. I've also got some of their higher end stuff which is superb. I wouldn't necessarily want to do a deep scuba dive in this, but that's not what it's for - it's for snorkelling and for that it is everything you need. This one happens to be going to my wife. It's goot a comfy fit, great seal and no issues thus far with fogging. If you're going to somewhere like the Red Sea or Maldives then it's deffo worth getting your own stuff rather than risking leaky or poorly fitting dive shop hires.

20.10.2016

I have used Cressi snorkelling items many times in my years as a scuba diver. On my most recent trip to the Barrier Reef, my mask finally sprung a leak after years of use, so I was really looking forward to getting this set. It did not disappoint, the mask is really well made, it gives a good field of vision and is very comfortable to wear. The snorkel is very flexible and fits well onto the mask. I particularly like the fact these items come with a zip up bag to keep it all compact and protected. I have not tested it in the open water yet, but I am an experienced enough diver to know that it will work well and keep me comfortable and dry!

8.11.2016

This is a great quality snorkel set. At the price I think it also represents excellent value. It consists of a very impressive-looking mask (it has a wide field of vision) with angular lenses rather than a rounded shape and a very nicely moulded nose cover, and a light, sturdy snorkel which is both comfortable and easily adjustable. The snorkel clips against the head strap, so you are always in prime position to dive down. These do not come with flippers in spite of how the image might look. In use, very effective, does not fog so far, and a perfect seal. Really recommended for general snorkel use, especially at this price.

17.10.2016

This snorkel and mask comes in a handy long carry bag. The mask fits me snugly, I am tall and have a very large head. The silicone skirt around the mask fits very snugly and feels comfortable. The unusual tear shaped lens on the mask really helps give good vision whilst keeping the mask relatively small and compact overall. The straps are easy to adjust and the snorkel fits on neatly. It has a comfortable mouthpiece which contains a purge valve if any water does get in through the snorkel splash guard. Very good package for the price, it will be coming on our next snorkelling holiday.

2.11.2016

Although from the picture it may look like there are flippers included in this set it only comprises of the snorkel and goggles with the other object being the carry case.It's a good product; the googles have good wide lenses and the seal is water tight and the snorkel fits easily into the mouth and is both firm but malleable if you have to adjust its position or angle. I like it though will need to give it a more rigorous work out in open water conditions as opposed to a swimming pool in order to put it through its paces.

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