It would seem that the common theme posted throughout this thread is that the mask on the forehead does not signify muych at all. yes there are occassions when a distressed/panicked diver may be seen with a mask on the forehead. For this reason it was frowned upon to place the mask there voluntarily. SCUBA Instr and mainly PADI ones have it drilled into them that this is a prctice that should be avoided, and understandably so. Have you ever lost your mask before a dive? If the thread was different and SB members posted comments on the amount of times they had lost or had heard of people losing their masks in OW then the arguments would probably support placing the mask around the neck. Putting it on the forehead, whilst convenient to replace the mask if required in a hurry, is lazy. Placing it backwards on the forehead is sometimes more tricky than pulling it down around the neck and is much more difficult to replace and also requires both hands to do so. The choice when the fat lady sings is up to you. SOme people cannot put the mask around their neck because it simply won't go there, esp with the neoprene easy strap. A word though......Next time you get tumbled by a wave and your mask was on your forehead/back of head you'll probably think back to this and kick yourself for being stubborn. Safe diving.....
PS Looking for a good diving spot State side/Mexico/Carribbean this summer (Aug) any ideas?
PS Looking for a good diving spot State side/Mexico/Carribbean this summer (Aug) any ideas?