Watery snorkling

In this category, you'll find all our best snorkelling gear from our own brand Watery. It has been essential to us to have something for every taste and need. Some people prefer a 3-piece set with a diving mask, diving feet and a snorkel. Others prefer snorkelling with a full-face mask, and then some prefer a middle ground where the snorkel and mask are permanently integrated.

No one is better than the other, because it all depends on what you find the most comfortable way of snorkelling. That's why different parts and snorkelling kits have their own advantages and specific situations they are best suited for.

Which snorkel should I choose?

Simply put, there are 3 different types of snorkels - J-shaped, semi-dry and full-dry snorkels. The J-shaped snorkel is the simplest, which is just a bent and open tube that has no protection mechanism.

This is in contrast to the semi-dry snorkel, which keeps water out of the tube as long as the top is above the water. This also means that the tube will fill with water if you dive below the surface. However, all Watery semi-dry snorkels come with a valve in the bottom piece so you can easily drain the tube of water as soon as you surface.

This is also true for our Watery full-dry snorkels, but they have a mechanism that shuts all water out of the tube as soon as it goes underwater.

So which one should you pick?

More often than not, the simple J-shape will be chosen for children's snorkelling kits. This is mainly because it requires a significant lung capacity to change all the air out of the tube with each exhalation and inhalation. Otherwise, carbon dioxide will build up in the tube, which can make the user very uncomfortable. Therefore, it is more important for kids to be able to replace the air, rather than water going down the pipe.

In addition, semi-dry and full-dry snorkels require a certain amount of experience and learning to rely on your equipment. Therefore, they are best suited for older kids and adults who are also more technical swimmers.

Many would say that a full dry is the best, as it keeps all the water out, but again, it depends on how you use it. Since a Watery full-dry snorkel is completely sealed off underwater, it also traps a lot of air in the tube, which will create a natural buoyancy. This can pull on the diving mask and create leaks.

A Watery semi-dry snorkel, on the other hand, will fill with water, removing the buoyancy and making it easier to dive into the water and investigate things more closely. Due to their bottom valve, it's easy to empty the tube of water when you resurface.

So, of course, there is also our Watery centre snorkel, which is mostly used to improve your swimming technique. We recommend using them with a good swim cap, and perhaps even a lovely Watery swim cap.

Which diving mask should I choose?

A diving mask is of course an essential part of a snorkelling kit, but they still need to meet different personal preferences. That's why we also have different models of Watery diving masks, each with its own advantages.

None of them are better than others, but some give you a wider view, while others narrow your field of vision, making it easier to focus on things below the surface without disturbing your peripheral vision.

But what about full face diving masks and full face snorkelling masks? Of course, they have the advantage of not tiring your mouth or jaws by wearing a mouthpiece. At the same time, it's all integrated, so everything works as one unit. However, it also has the disadvantage that everything works as one unit.

If water runs into the snorkel, it runs into the mask. Once water is in the mask, it becomes more difficult to draw water through the integrated snorkel. Although our Watery full-face diving masks and Watery full-face snorkelling masks come with a full-dry mechanism, it's never a guarantee. That's why they work best for lying on the surface and exploring, rather than diving underwater and having a closer look at things.

Of course, our Watery diving masks are treated with an antifog coating, so they won't fog up while you're wearing them. However, this effect disappears over time, which is why you must treat them with an antifog spray every once in a while.

If you're going snorkelling in cold water, we recommend using a wetsuit, which you can also find as Watery wetsuits. If the water is below 16 degrees Celsius, you can benefit greatly from our Watery neoprene sets.

Buy your Watery snorkelling gear right here on the site

Here at Watery.ie we love snorkelling, which is why we know that you only get the best experience if the equipment is top-notch. That's why we've focused on ensuring that our Watery snorkelling equipment meets our high standards, but also that it can cover any need you might have. For the same reason, we're pretty sure you'll be able to find what you're looking for right here on the site.

Should you still have questions about any of the products you find on this site, our customer service is ready to help you with advice and guidance. So feel free to get in touch with us. Once you've found the Watery snorkelling equipment you're looking for, there are of course a number of customer benefits that come with the deal:

• Free shipping on orders over €79
• 3-5 days delivery
• Our customer service is ready all weekdays from 8 AM to 10 PM

Of course, this also applies to all our other products, so you're sure to get the best quality at the best price.