A plain snorkel consists essentially of a tube with a mouthpiece to be inserted between the lips. The barrel is the hollow tube leading from the supply end at the top of the snorkel to the mouthpiece at the bottom. The barrel is made of a relatively rigid material such as plastic, light metal or har...
A plain snorkel consists essentially of a tube with a mouthpiece to be inserted between the lips. The barrel is the hollow tube leading from the supply end at the top of the snorkel to the mouthpiece at the bottom. The barrel is made of a relatively rigid material such as plastic, light metal or hard rubber
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SNORKELING
One of the best simple way to see, discover and appreciate the intriguing underwater life is through snorkeling. Snorkeling is peeking through life underneath water by swimming with the aid of snorkel and masks. Snorkeling is not only used for recreational purposes.
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING A. MASK - The mask serves as the viewing device in appreciating the world beneath water.
MASK
REMEMBER THE TWO IMPORTANT THINGS IN CHOOSING A MASK: 1.FIT 2.COMFORT
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING B. SNORKEL - The snorkel is a piece of equipment that makes it possible to breathe at the surface.
KINDS OF SNORKEL 1. CLASSIC SNORKEL - Has the most basic part. The solid tube and the mouthpiece. Sometimes, this can be bent to a specific shape.
CLASSIC SNORKEL
KINDS OF SNORKEL 2.SNORKEL WITH A FLEXIBLE TUBE - Below the strap attachment point is more comfortable than the classic snorkel.
SNORKEL WITH A FLEXIBLE TUBE
SNORKEL PART GUIDE
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING C. SNORKELING FINS - Fins conserves more energy and therefore allow the snorkelers to reach further distances.
SNORKELING FINS
BASIC KINDS OF FINS FULL-FOOT FINS - Cover the heel and are put one like slip-on shoes. ADJUSTABLE FINS - Are open at the heel and have adjustable straps to secure the feet.
FULL FOOT FINS
ADJUSTABLE FINS
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING D. SNORKEL VESTS - These are small and inflatable, which provide more buoyancy while floating on water.
SNORKEL VESTS
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING E. SKIN PROTECTION - In order to protect the skin from the heat of the sin, one may use a Diode gradable sunscreen or will be wearing a long sleeve rash guard.
SKIN PROTECTION
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING F. SWIMMING CAP - Keeping hair out of the snorkel and face as well. It will also helps in preventing the scalp from burning on a sunny day.
SWIMMING CAP
BASIC EQUIPMENT OF SNORKELING G. MASK DEFOGGER - It helps provide the mask from fogging up.