Wanted" Snorkel gear - Calgarypuck Forums - The Unofficial Calgary Flames Fan Community

drewboy12 · 06-20-2010, 05:09 PM

Im looking to buy some second hand, snorkel gear in good shape. If someone has stuff laying around they dont use, I dont want crappy stuff, I would liek good quality fins, mask and snorkel. let me know what you have, and your price. Thanks

algernon · 06-21-2010, 07:35 AM

I bought new stuff at the dive shop beside the Back Alley a few years ago. I think I paid $100 or so for pretty good quality. I post that because it may be hard to find fins that fit you correctly.

drewboy12 · 06-21-2010, 09:14 PM

Thanks, was leaning more towards used stuff, in the $40-$50 range. but thanks for the input. I may check it out.

algernon · 06-22-2010, 09:03 AM

So, do you have a foot size preference?

drewboy12 · 06-22-2010, 10:09 AM

small like size 7-8 mens.

Im probably going to go pick some up tomorrow.

the wanderer · 06-22-2010, 10:47 AM

If memory serves, Costco has a set (snorkle fins and mask) for about the price range you are looking for.

drewboy12 · 06-22-2010, 10:53 AM

Thanks, I was actually going to check Costco out tomorrow. So thats good to hear.

the wanderer · 06-23-2010, 02:05 PM

Bowcycle (motorcycle side) has one on special for $43

I was in there as they have extended there sale and saw the snorkle kit for $43

figured id let you know

Gundo · 06-25-2010, 03:57 PM

I bought the Costco stuff about 2 years ago and it is holding up very well. Id recommend it, besides who wants a strangers snorkel thats like using a strangers straw but a little bit worse

FurnaceFace · 06-29-2010, 11:15 AM

I'd recommend spending a little extra and actually going to one of the dive stores and try out a number of masks. Mask fit is like skates or ski boots, one size does not fit all and it's fairly custom as people have different face shapes.

You'll hate snorkeling if you constantly have a bit of a leak because there is a poor seal or because the snorkel rubs your gums. Another consideration is the type of snorkel. Some of the cheaper ones are just basically a tube and there are no features. Things like a purge value at the mouthpiece makes for easy clearing when you get water in the snorkel and some of them have a bit of a "cover" over the top so if there are waves you're less likely to get a mouthful of water.

Once you get a kit which fits well then you'll be more comfortable and can snorkel for hours.