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Old 11-15-2007, 05:22 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Question Mask Upgrade - Suggestions

My mask quite old and limited in viewing area. I'm considering an upgrade and I'm a bit behind in all the lastest Mask technologies.

Any suggestion on the type/brand of Mask's that i should look at that have a decent viewing angle? My price range <$100
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Old 11-15-2007, 07:59 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Everyone's head is a different shape. Somebody's ideal mask might bug the piss out of you...

Head to a shop, try a few on, and go with the one that fits you best.
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Old 11-15-2007, 08:07 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I second the above. And, don't forget to pretend that you have a reg in your mouth while you are testing the suitability of the mask.
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Old 11-15-2007, 08:09 AM   #4 (permalink)
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I am very interested in the new frameless masks that I've seen floating around. A couple of companies make a black-skirted low volume frameless split lens mask that I like. I think when it's time to replace my X-Vision, it will be one of those.
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Old 11-15-2007, 11:07 AM   #5 (permalink)
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I really like my Atomic Subframe. It may or may not fit your face but if it does it is a really good low volume mask.
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Old 11-15-2007, 11:27 AM   #6 (permalink)
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I also loved the Atomic Masks, both the frameless and the subframe. Unfortunately neither of them fit, and fit is everything. If your mask fits, why upgrade it, unless you are one of those fortunate people who can fit into any mask.
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Atomic now makes their Subframe and frameless masks in 2 sizes. I use a regular and my brother uses the medium. If you have a cromag forehaed, then the Atomic low volume masks may not fit you comfortably.
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Go for Atomic Frameless mask, they have 2 sizes (large and medium). I have a very narrow face and I was quite pleased with medium sized mask. This mask has a great viewing and very comfortable! It's around 90 to 100 dollars.
Here is the link, scroll down to "Atomic Aquatics Frameless": Atomic Aquatics Scuba Masks
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Thanks for the info has everyone, I noticed ST has the Tilos M580 Full Panoramic Mask Do the side windows really improve visibility?
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I like my Oceanic shadow and it is frameless and available in 2 sizes.

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