Snorkel gear?

[lees]

Looking for input on what to look for. I am going to the beach soon and want to do some snorkeling. I want to start diving when I go back to work. Any tips on what to look for and where? Thanks, Lee

 

[cameron]

Divers Supply locally will probably have the best deal price wise. You can try Leisurepro.com or ScubaToys.com (10% discount if you join their forum and a $10 coupon after ten posts) for good online deals. Mask is pretty personal so buy one that fits well. Snorkel, I am a big fan of the Oceanic Ultra Dry for snorkeling and the Oceanic Pocket for diving. Fins... I would start with the Oceanic Caribe X full foot if all you are going to do is snorkel. They are cheap, light and will pretty much out maneuver/out speed most open heel fins out there. If diving is in your future, go with an open heel. Aeris Mako is a nice fin for the money and if you have the budget the Mares Avanti or the Tusa Zoom splitfin is nice.

 

[cdub]

I second the ultra dry

 

[lees]

Thanks guys. Finally a response from somewhere. Yes I do plan on diving at some point, provided I find a job before the world ends. Probably go to Diver's Supply sometime before I head down to the beach. Looks like they have some good package deals. Just don't want to end up with crap.