mtg
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Susanrosa:
Sounds like a bad mask fit(?) - there shouldn't be that much water in the mask to begin with...I had the same problem the first day out with my gear, went back to the shop, consulted and chose a new mask. No problems since.
Please help me...
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Sounds like a bad mask fit(?) - there shouldn't be that much water in the mask to begin with...I had the same problem the first day out with my gear, went back to the shop, consulted and chose a new mask. No problems since.
ScubaJorgen
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What can I say after 4 pages of good replies...
Two things
Take a cup. Turn it upside down and lower it in the water. You don't see water entering the cup. That also happens with your nose (at least when not looking up). There is no water entering your nose, unless you breath in.
I use to blow dolphin rings (ok, ok, I'm insane :shakehead ). For that I need to lie down on my back on the bottom. If I wear goggles water enters my nose. I have to pinch my nose. However, if I wear my diving mask, there is no problem. So if you have a mask that fits well, there should be no water to enter your nose.
I guess you know how to check whether a mask fits? Push it onto your face without the strap attached, slightly breating in. It should stick to your face, without air flowing between the seal.
Two things
Take a cup. Turn it upside down and lower it in the water. You don't see water entering the cup. That also happens with your nose (at least when not looking up). There is no water entering your nose, unless you breath in.
I use to blow dolphin rings (ok, ok, I'm insane :shakehead ). For that I need to lie down on my back on the bottom. If I wear goggles water enters my nose. I have to pinch my nose. However, if I wear my diving mask, there is no problem. So if you have a mask that fits well, there should be no water to enter your nose.
I guess you know how to check whether a mask fits? Push it onto your face without the strap attached, slightly breating in. It should stick to your face, without air flowing between the seal.
Practice... I have worked with students who have had had lots of the same issue and it was pratice that made the difference.... Don't quit!
highlandfarmwv
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Try to keep a constant "exhale" pressure in your nose, just short of actual exhaling...
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