Finis Original Swimmer’s Snorkel - Center-Mount Design - for Swim Training - Adjustable Fit - Purge Valve - Yellow - Adult

I'm close to being a senior now.... and a long-time runner. Last year I developed persistent and nagging heel problems that caused me to seek other exercise that gave me the same cardio workout, but was a lot easier on the joints. Sooooo, I literally jumped into the pool and started swimming. I could barely do a lap or two without running out of breath and flapping my arms or dog paddling. Obviously I needed to figure out how to swim. After a little research, I realized I needed to invest in a few things - this swimmer's snorkel, pr. of nose clips, ear plugs, swimmer's cap and fins (DMCSWim training fins) in Feb 2012 (now 18 months ago). Wow; I am now swimming 10,000 meters each week (2,500 mt sessions 4 days a week) and absolutely loving the workout!! Without this snorkel, I would have given up on swimming. With it, I can work on a good swimming technique and I really get a great workout. My weight is down and I just really feel great! I still run 3 days a week, but very short distances (3.5 miles) and quite slowly. The heel pain is almost nonexistent, but I'm going to stay with swimming. FWIW, I weaned myself off the fins about 3 months ago. At first I used the fins the entire distance, but over time took them off for increasingly longer distances. Obviously, it's a better workout without the fins, but they helped me immensely get comfortable as a swimmer. The snorkel has worked extremely well. I do clean the purge valve every other week or so and only once in a while do I find myself needing to "clear" it while swimming. Also, I wear a swimmer's cap that is low in my forehead and the snorkel rests on the cap, not the skin of my forehead. This is very comfortable for me. Also, I do really need the nose clips and ear plugs. My sinuses have always bothered me and keeping water out is essential. So, to sum it up, I really love this snorkel. My wife is considering getting into swimming after listening to me tell my buddies just how much I the sport/exercise. I support her no matter what, but if she does want to get into swimming for exercise, I'm sure she'll want to get this snorkel as well.

Bought this to aid in my swimming lessons and was a great starter equipment to learn and practice with before moving up to the next level. Easy to use and lightweight while swimming.

Best snorkel I’m a beginner I need all the help This is the third snorkel I tried. The fit is comfortable No water leaks in

[ORIGINAL POST: The "water leakage" issue described by some complainants here is likely attributable to condensation. The moist exhale from a human body at 98.6F into a snorkel surrounded by pool water tens of degrees colder is condensing inside the snorkel and contributing water. Unless you wish to design, and pay for, a swimming snorkel which incorporates an evaporator/heat exchanger, you should probably come to grips with a little water in the pipe. That is all. My disappointment with this product reposes with Amazon, not the hardware.] 10-01-2015 POST: I have been swimming with the Swimmers Snorkel for approximately two weeks. As a general observation, I love it and would purchase another one. There are flaws, to be sure, especially the purge valve. You will need to aggressively blow lung air through the snorkel to evacuate collected water - moreso than with a typical scuba snorkel - however it isn't that much of a challenge for me, a regular swimmer, male and approaching age 50 yet fit. Decrepit granny or "the old dude" ought to be able to clear the snorkel provided they can hold breath for ten seconds, the issue isn't all that noticeable. Out of the box, the Swimmers Snorkel reaked of a Chinese plastics factory. I soaked mine first in vinegar, then tap water and subsequently dilute chlorine bleach twice followed by distilled water and vinegar cycles. It cured the plastics stink. In use, I adore this snorkel. Plenty of air, easy to clear once you get the hand of it, comfortable to wear for an hour if you don't snug the strap too tightly and there is no reason to do that (although after an hour, even with light tension, you can feel the muscle strain at the pivot point and at the mouth - I think that's attributable to snorkels in general). For me, this training snorkel, and I train for long swimming distances, is the best implement available that I know of. With proper regime, and provided it fits you, it's a valued training tool that I really appreciate.

First, this snorkel really adds enjoyment factor to my daily 45 minute swim. It's amazing how many benefits there are to not having to turn my head for breaths,..such as: Less leaking in the goggles, less leaking in the ear plugs,..less over-all commotion, which improves whatever Zen fantasy trance you are chasing. Also, no sore neck after doing extra laps,.that's good. The best, of course, is being able to breath all the time, which increases your capacity for aerobic exercise. Now, the defects: 1. the 'blow out' valve leaks,..it's infuriating to have to blow out water after every 6 or 7 breaths. And, 2. one of the plastic strap 'lever clamps' broke on the FIRST day, and has been an annoyance ever since. Overall, it's a must buy, especially if you swim many miles a week and want to avoid repetitive stress injury to your neck. It is very comfortable to use, I don't even know I'm using it most the time. I'd give it 5 stars if the valve didn't leak. EDIT, 3 MONTHS LATER: I have zero Idea why,..but it stopped leaking about a month ago, and now it's perfect. If it ever starts leaking again, I'm gonna seal it up with a hot glue gun. Anyway, this snorkel is a prized possession, and now that it decided to stop leaking I am upgrading it from 3 to 5 stars.

I got diagnosed with two lumbar herniated discs a few months ago. This gave me many limitations to my workout routines and training. After coming back and still feeling the strain during my cross fit workouts, I decided to give swimming a chance since I read that is it so good for your body. You get an incredible workout without no impact to your body. Because of my lower back herniated discs, the rotation caused by breathing while swimming freestyle could also have an effect on my injury. This is when I decided to get the Swimming Snorkel. I really like it because it allows me to swim at a steady pace without worrying about causing any more harm to my lower back. The one thing that I do not like is the front part of the headband, which I find to be too hard and it gives me a head after about 40-45 mins of swimming. I swim about 50 mins so I am able to put up with the uncomfortable forehead pressure for the last minutes of my swim. I wish they would come up with a better and softer design/material for this portion of the snorkel. Besides that, I truly do love the snorkel, it allows me to swim so many laps without worrying about rotation for breathing.

I looked on You Tube and this swim snorkel is what is used by professional coaches. I also got the one piece goggles from the same company. They are more comfortable and don’t pinch. I found that a nose plug is necessary too. I am a senior, and have had two shoulder replacements. I feel clumsy doing the freestyle stroke and lifting my head to breathe is hard. With this swim snorkel, I can go go go. I am sure my stroke will improve over time. What a great tool.

I bought a Finis swimmers snorkel 10 years ago. LOVED IT. It was great, comfortable, sturdy, and held up really well. Finally, this year the headband strap broke and the soft rubber mouth part was starting to show wear. So I bought a new one. Because of weather and work, it took me a few weeks to finally get back to the pool and use it. What a huge disappointment. Finis has clearly changed a number of things on the previous design. The snorkel looks nearly identical, but it is SO SO uncomfortable. I can’t wear it for more than one lap as the hard head band is painful. No adjustments I make help. He mouth piece is smaller but more awkward in my mouth. And, to make all of these worse, the headband comes off while I’m swimming, which results in sudden influx of pool water through the snorkel into my mouth. This is supposed to help me swim laps, but result in me coughing and spluttering in the middle of the pool. I gave it three tries for laps, and when no amount of ‘breaking in’ was making it better, I decided to return it. Of course, I missed the return window by a day. So now I’m stuck with this piece of junk. Save your money and the actual physical pain of getting this to work, and buy a different brand.

En primer lugar comentar que es un producto de muy buena calidad, lo llevo usando hace un mes 3/4 veces a la semana y responde perfectamente a las expectativas. El alto de la boquilla es perfecta para evitar la entrada de agua en caso de sumergirnos más de lo necesario sobre todo en el caso de inexpertos como yo, la boquilla resulta cómoda (normalmente estoy sesiones de 50 minutos) y la goma de ajuste a la cabeza encaja y se ajusta perfectamente a través de la pieza negra que conecta con el snorkle.Respecto a la utilidad en sí misma del producto, en mi caso es total, tengo problemas en el cuello y el hecho de no tener que sacar la cabeza para la respiración me soluciona el problema, además me permite concentrarme más en mi forma de nadar.

ottimo prodotto per chi nuota e vuole migliorare la tecnica. materiale ottimo, boccaglio morbido ed ergonomico, frontale comodo e regolabile. come il solito gli accessori finis sono tra i migliori presenti nel mercato.

Très bon produit Nageuse expérimentée en eau libre et piscine je recommande ce produit principalement en eau libre (mer) sa forme et sa taille d’affronter les vagues.

also ich hätte nicht gedacht, wie genial der Schnorchel wirklich ist. Zum Hintergrund: Ich bin seit meinem 6 Lebensjahr aktiver Wettkampfschwimmer (jetzt 23 Jahre alt) und habe drei mal in der Woche Training. Das Kraulschwimmen lag mir aber nie so recht, auch weil sich mein Nacken immer ziemlich schnell verspannte. Irgendwie war die Atmung das Problem. Jetzt, nach mehrmaligem Gebrauch sind die Nackenbeschwerden zurückgegangen und das Kraulschwimmen macht richtig Spaß. Ich kann diesen Schnorchel echt nur weiter empfehlen, denn die Schwimmlage verbessert sich ebenfalls. Dies ist bestimmt für Einsteiger ebenfalls ein gute Sache. Nebenbei: Das Schwimmen mit dem Schnorchel hat das geschafft, was Krankengymnastik u. Massagen nicht geschafft haben, Entspannung und Lockerung der Nackenmuskulatur. :-) Daumen hoch Wer das Training noch ausweiten oder vielmehr intensivieren will (Konditions- bzw. Lungentraining), dem empfehle ich die "Finis Cardio Cap". Dabei handelt es sich um eine Aufsatzkappe, die den Eintrittsquerschnitt des Schnorchels verkleinert. Man muss quasi gegen einen Widerstand atmen. Gut Nass, freue mich schon auf das Training heute Abend. :-) Ich bin einfach nur begeistert.

För den som ska öva sig att crawla är detta en fantastisk produkt som andas kvalitet. Sitter som en smäck och fungerar som den ska.