http://forum.scubatoys.com Personal Gear questions and opinions. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:39:01 GMT vBulletin 3 http://forum.scubatoys.com/images/misc/rss.jpg http://forum.scubatoys.com http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/28058-new-booties-insta-dry.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:12:31 GMT chucked old dive booties before leaving CG last week-they NEVER dried out & were starting to stink even with "sink the stink" washing-wet booties=extra weight in baggage also-has anyone used the henderson insta dry 3m booties? know they cost$$$ but have to fly to dive so every lb counts ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins scubagirlj http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/28058-new-booties-insta-dry.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27999-paddle-vs-splits.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:58:08 GMT Please compare and contrast the two styles of fins for me. I have always used paddles, but see splits every where I dive. Also, what would be the preferred fin for diving in heavy current ? Please compare and contrast the two styles of fins for me. I have always used paddles, but see splits every where I dive. Also, what would be the preferred fin for diving in heavy current ? ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins Bill http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27999-paddle-vs-splits.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27959-prescription-inserts-fogging.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:08:51 GMT I just got my first prescription inserts. They're great: they pop in and out like a little pair of glasses inside my mask. I can even read the phone book!

I test dove just the mask a few times and it does not fog. But the inserts fog, even with defog. Do I need to "treat" them to the new-mask-toothpaste thing? I'm afraid to rub toothpaste on prescription bifocals! ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins jet126 http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27959-prescription-inserts-fogging.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27896-problem-equalizing-hood.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:43:57 GMT Howdy, looking for some info or opinions.

Usually, provided I equalize in the first few feet, I don't have any problems. Just happens mostly by habit, a little by force if I changed depth quickly. By force, I mean holding nose and blowing, rarely have to do this. I have trouble equalizing in a hood, seems like I have to force it a lot.

Here's my question:

I want to put a couple of holes, about half dime sized, at my ears. Any problems with this idea?

Also, on the surface, can't hear a thing. And I'm pretty sure a newb having problems and can't hear you, is pretty annoying to my fellow divers. I think the holes will help with this.

I'm pretty sure I've seen hoods with ear holes, just wanted to ask before I do this, and get some feedback.:smiley20:

Thanks! ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins inventor http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27896-problem-equalizing-hood.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27866-snorkeling-scuba-fins.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:19:58 GMT Gotta quick question. I will be snorkeling on an upcoming cruise in Grand Cayman. I want to use my scuba fins but can I wear them without the booties?

It's on the first day of the cruise so I don't want to end up getting blisters from the rubber rubbing on my feet. ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins rednose83 http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27866-snorkeling-scuba-fins.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27767-oceanic-viper-fins.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:57:27 GMT Anyone using these? Im intending to switch out to these after 3 years of diving w Jets...found them too heavy and im always sinking feet first underwater! Anyone using these? Im intending to switch out to these after 3 years of diving w Jets...found them too heavy and im always sinking feet first underwater! ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins scubachris http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27767-oceanic-viper-fins.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27702-snorkels.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:04:03 GMT Do all of you always use a snorkel when diving? I certainly understand the need especially if shore diving when you have to surface swim a ways out before descent, but for close shore dives? I've seen some who don't, and I'm just curious on your thoughts. I'm conservative of a diver that I doubt I'd dare leave anything behind, but I'm curious what others do/think on the matter.

Second, what is the real difference in more expensive snorkels vs. cheaper snorkels? I guess I just don't understand how there could be much difference. Help a beginner out! ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins utahfish http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27702-snorkels.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27627-scuba-pro-slinshot.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:02:59 GMT I was wondering if anyone has tried these out? If so whats the pro's and cons? ]]> Mask / Snorkels / Fins jrose40 http://forum.scubatoys.com/mask-snorkels-fins/27627-scuba-pro-slinshot.html