Replacement strap for Oceanic Shadow?

[Eric Sedletzky]

I have an Oceanic Shadow mask than I really like but it has the stupid neoprene strap with non stretch thin webbing that attaches to the actual mask. The neoprene strap is ripped in half but still held together by the outer nylon so it's not separated, but it's lost it's elasticity and usefull life. Has anyone DIY'd a regular mask strap on one of these shadow masks, and if so what did you find that works?
The only thing my LDS has is the old thick rubber kind that normally hangs on the rack or comes in a save-a-dive kit and they're too wide and too thick. I'm not seeing any thinner silicone ones that other masks use.
I don't like the stock strap the mask came with and want to replace it with something better.

 

[tep]

I also have a Shadow mask, so I'm wondering, is this a Shadow replacement?

COMFORT MASK STRAP, BK

Can't really tell from the description.

 

[outofofficebrb]

I have a Shadow Mini and that looks to be the mask strap that came with it. I love it and haven't had problems with it yet but I do carry a spare in my dive kit.

 

[Eric Sedletzky]

I also have a Shadow mask, so I'm wondering, is this a Shadow replacement?

COMFORT MASK STRAP, BK

Can't really tell from the description.

This is the stock strap that I don't care for. It relies on the neoprene pad for stretch and eventually it gives out. I'm looking for a solid rubber or silicone replacement.

 

[buddhasummer]

I know you said rubber or silicon but I've been using this strap on my masks for many years without issue.

Slap Strap, Plain All Black | Dive Gear Express®

 

[syamimramli]

This is the stock strap that I don't care for. It relies on the neoprene pad for stretch and eventually it gives out. I'm looking for a solid rubber or silicone replacement.

Did you manage to find one? I've just gotten a new Shadow. The mask fits nicely, however the strap is just not comfortable for me. I want to replace it with something else.

 

[AnttiP]

I'm also looking a replacement strap my newly purchased Oceanic Shadow. I like the mask, but the strap system is just bad design for people who are diving in cold water with a hood and thick dry gloves.

I tried to replace the neoprene strap with a silicone strap, but the locking/tightening system is not designed for silicone straps Any suggestions?

 

[Marie13]

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[AhmedSalem]

I agree the mask is amazing and the strap could not be worse.. just bought this mask.. i had a mares liquid skin for the past 10 years that was extremely comfortable compared to the shadow.. i will most probably work on a diy strap.. my first intuition is that i will sew a rubber/silicon strap to the original one. Will let you know if i do it and how..