The purge is a nice convenience. I like to compare it to power steering in a car
I disagree. Mask clearing (without a purge) is a basic skill that every diver should be comfortable with and competent in
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The purge is a nice convenience. I like to compare it to power steering in a car
In the end it really comes down to your personal preference. If you find a mask that you like the looks of, chances are pretty good if that particular one doesn't fit the way you like, another manufacturer has one very similar to it that will.
I disagree. Mask clearing (without a purge) is a basic skill that every diver should be comfortable with and competent in
Mask clearing is too easy to bother buying such a mask.
Ok, I get it... Fit is important... but nobody has stated what the fit should be. I tried a number of masks in the shop, putting them to my face and comfort was the key. I was told the mask should seal without me needing to suck in. Good enough? Not really as I discovered.