DIR Approved Mask

[RichLockyer]

Arnaud once bubbled...
I just ordered the book a few days ago. Haven't received it, yet...

Here's the Halcyon mask:
http://www.halcyon.net/acc/accessories02.shtml#mask

Here's GUE's statement:
http://www.gue.com/equipment/mask.shtml

And here's (at the bottom) Rob dressed out:
http://www.halcyon.net/approach/index.shtml

 

[boomx5]

RichLockyer once bubbled...
Also (as I discovered in DIR-F) a LOT easier to replace over a neoprene hood. I looked like a complete goof on the video trying to get the thing back on.

That was me looking like a complete goof on the video. You looked alot more slick.

 

[Pez de Diablo]

Aquamaniac once bubbled...
I just bought an Oceanic Shadow, frameless, black
I am REALLY impressed with it.
But thats mainly because it fits me Very well.

I just bought an Oceanic Shadow as well. I wasn't sold on the fit while in the shop, so off to the pool I went. I tried on a Cressi-Sub and the Shadow. A dificult choice, but the Shadow prevailed.

Pez

 

[Arnaud]

Thanks for the explanations. Looks like there's at least one item where Halcyon is cheaper than other brands...

I'm not clear on the neoprene strap. Do you use it in lieu of the regular strap or do you add it to it? Both types seem to be available. Has anyone a picture showing their favorite one?

 

[boomx5]

I use the Trident velcro strap. It's model #RP49

http://www.mikesscuba.com/maskstraps.htm

 

[RichLockyer]

boomx5 once bubbled...
That was me looking like a complete goof on the video. You looked alot more slick.

Nahh... that was just the sexy blue TLS and TX100... rule #6 ya know.

BTW: I modded my backup, stage reg, and my buddy's TX40 so they are now all adjustable. Parts cost me about $35+tax at the LDS.

 

[RichLockyer]

boomx5 once bubbled...
I use the Trident velcro strap. It's model #RP49

http://www.mikesscuba.com/maskstraps.htm

I use the 5thD slap strap on my main mask, and an Empire Scuba slap strap on my backup.... similar to the Trident Snap strap, but a different buckle... I can just see kelp grabbing that weight buckle-like fastener and stealing my mask.

 

[JeffG]

Arnaud once bubbled...
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I'm not clear on the neoprene strap. Do you use it in lieu of the regular strap or do you add it to it? Both types seem to be available. Has anyone a picture showing their favorite one?

In Lieu of. In GI3 view they are almost indestructible. But I don't have a picture of it. (They look the same as "normal" mask straps)

 

[Arnaud]

Thanks Jeff. Long time!

 

[DIR Tec Diver]

I use the Halcyon mask, and yes I must admit I purchased it initially because it was DIR approved and recommended by many excellent divers.

Honestly, I love the way it fits, feels and I am extremely happy with it.

With most things I am EXTREMELY strict on the standards and that ALL gear is DIR approved and configured, but in the issue of masks, I think if you get:

low volume
very high quality silicone
no pins on the swivels/strap adjustment points you are good to go