This concept is important for many items that you use while scuba diving. Your buoyancy compensator needs to fit well. Your swim shorts must be comfortable. Your bikini top needs to be secure. Your weight belt or weight system should be fine-tuned for your buoyancy needs. And the list goes on…

However, I think the most important piece of diving equipment that needs to be comfortable and fit your body is your dive mask. It’s a key item that enables you to see underwater. Without it diving is very blurry indeed!

Most people have a favorite diving mask that they’d hate to part with. Is it high-volume or low-volume? Is it clear silicone or black? Does it have clear or tinted eyepieces? Does it have side windows that allow more peripheral vision? Is it fog resistant? Is the mask strap adjusted properly? Does the nose pocket fit your nose? Is a snorkel attached to the mask strap?

Treat your favorite dive mask with a lot of respect. And, if you do a lot of diving, consider keeping an identical duplicate in you gear bag. Your dive buddie’s spare mask may not meet all your preferences.

Dive Safe and Comfortable!

Dave Wills