FINIS Swimmer's Snorkel
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Equipment Details
Manufacturer: FINISBrand: FINIS
Release Date: 2008-09-25
Model: 1.05.009.103.50
Color: Blue
Product features:
- Used by the best coaches and the fastest athletes in the world.
- Swim at normal and much slower speeds with perfect stability and a full range of motion.
- Concentrate on body balance, head position and stroke technique by eliminating rotation in the breathing cycle.
- Includes a purge valve for easy clearing of water.
- Color: Blue
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Sports reviews of FINIS Swimmer's Snorkel
Customer Review: great after neck surgery
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I was told to use a snorkel for my laps following disc replacement surgery in my neck. Wasn't looking forward to it. I was happy to learn there is something better for lap swimming than the bulky snorkel my husband has used to look at marine life.
I love that I can wear normal swimming goggles and not cover my nose with a typical snorkeling mask. It took a little getting used to. I couldn't remember whether I was supposed to breathe out through the mouth or nose but it worked both ways. I did have some problems with water in the nose. I tried the nose clips but they only served to keep water in the nose, not keep it out. So now I swim without a nose clip and once or twice during each length of the pool I exhale through the nose. This seems to keep things in check. The rest of the time I exhale through the mouth.
Sometimes a little water will get in the snorkel, maybe from a splash. I don't believe the purge valve is leaking. I haven't been successful at using the purge valve while swimming. I find that I have to stop, put my hand over the top of the snorkel and blow hard to get rid of it. But it's not a frequent problem.
I was worried about my teeth since I have crowns on both front teeth. That hasn't proven to be an issue. I hold it very loosely in my mouth and don't even bite down on the place provided for that, which is on the sides. As long as the mouth flap is covered by your lips there is no problem.
The headband is hard plastic and feels uncomfortable against the forehead. I wear a lycra cap and simply pull it down low, underneath the headband. That relieved all the discomfort in my case. I'm sure a silicone cap would work just as well. You just need a little padding between the hard headband and your forehead. Stand in front of a mirror and practice getting it in the right position for breathing and for comfort so that you can do it easily at the pool. In my case the headband is right above my eyebrows and the strap is pulled low around the back of my head.
This product makes swimming almost too easy. For anyone wanting or needing more air I think you would really like it. I always liked the heart pounding breathlessness of it. So when I first started using the snorkel I felt like I wasn't even exercising. In fact I would look to the side to see if I was actually moving. There is an accessory available, the cardio cap, that I might try later on. This restricts the available air to some degree.
This product seems very well made and does what I needed it to do. I am thrilled to be able to continue swimming following neck surgery. Just give yourself 3 or 4 swims to get totally accustomed to it.
As usual, Amazon did a great job delivering it. I used the free shipping and had it in a matter of days.
Description of FINIS Swimmer's Snorkel
Front-mount snorkel, U.S.A. PatentedDesigned for athletes in training, this snorkel allows you to relax in the water and maintain a completely laid out, horizontal position while you focus on improving your technique. It has a patented center-mount design that allows it to be worn with any standard swimming goggle, and it's hydrodynamic, so that it slips easily through the water. The tube also limits oxygen intake, which increases lung capacity and anaerobic stability.
A one-way purge valve helps expel water from the tube if the snorkel is submerged. The snorkel also features an adjustable head bracket so that you can get the optimal fit.
Manufacturer's Warranty
This product is covered by a 60-day guarantee.
About FINIS
Founded in 1993 in Northern California, FINIS was started by John Mix and Olympic gold medal swimmer Pablo Morales. The two understood that technique is the key to swimming faster and enjoying the water more. The Monofin and the Swimmer's Snorkel were the first products they developed for the U.S. market. Afterward they continued to focus on creating training tools for swimmers and coaches. Many of these products are currently used by U.S. and international Olympic teams, elite triathletes, and fitness swimmers worldwide.
Innovative research and design is FINIS's highest priority. This dedication has resulted in truly unique products. These include the Swimmer's Snorkel, which is recognized as the paramount tool to improve a swimmer's technique; the SwiMP3, which uses bone-conduction technology to play music instead of using ear buds; and the Z2 Zoomers fins, which demonstrate an intimate understanding of swimming musculature, hydrodynamics, and engineering.
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