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South Korea, Seoul
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Review on ๐Ÿคฟ OCEAN REEF Aria QR Snorkeling Mask: Full Face, 180ยฐ Vision - Available in 8 Colors and 4 Sizes by Tim Rios

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Poor ventilation

Don't give many reviews but I felt this one definitely deserved one. I got this for a trip to Hawaii and snorkeling along the Pacific coast. I have researched thoroughly about masks and various snorkel gear. This mask has repeatedly become the market leader in terms of sales and superior quality. The mask itself is very well constructed, sharp and beautiful. The field of view is excellent. The mask does not leak because the seals are large enough and the mask can be easily removed. The GoPro mount is also a big plus. The only thing that made me return the mask was the feeling of nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness and restlessness that only occurs 5 minutes after wearing the mask. While every aspect of the mask is comfortable, I find that the mask does not vent properly, causing carbon dioxide to build up in the airways, leading to respiratory acidosis in potentially fatal scenarios. I liked the mask, but inefficient air exchange became an obstacle for me. The regular mouthpiece tube design is just a superior design that I like better.

Pros
  • Easy to read control panel
Cons
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