Just like any other thing in this world, your snorkeling set needs your tender, loving care. If you have gone snorkeling a few times already, you ought to know by now that your snorkeling equipment is your best friend underwater. Your snorkel and your mask did their part to ensure that you will always have a great underwater experience. Now it’s time for you to return the favor.
To make your snorkel set last longer, you need to take good care of each piece. Though they are inexpensive, they are still your money’s worth. Keeping your gear looking brand new will take a little effort to do, but it is going to pay off because your snorkel set will stay with you for a few more years.
If you have been snorkeling at the beach scene, you have to rid the gear from salt. To clean the mask you could use a mild detergent and tap water. Just make sure that there is no salt or sand residue left on the mask. You could use a toothbrush to brush off the dirt, the soft bristles will not scratch the mask. After that, leave your mask to dry then store it back in its case.
The most important part of your gear is your snorkel. You must always check that it does not have any holes, especially before you use it. The water might come through the holes and make you unable to breathe underwater. Wash it with warm, soapy water after you use it and let it air dry. The soapy water will clean the snorkel from grease and dirt, so that bacteria can’t stick to your gear. This is important, because most people won’t use their gear every day. When you only use it every so often, bacteria get a long period in which they can just duplicate and duplicate. Since the snorkel is the part that you put in your mouth, it is extra important for your health to keep it as clean as possible.
As for the fins, you can simply wash it in clear water then let it dry. However, if you went snorkeling in salt water, unclasp the hooks and make sure they are free of salt water. Rinse them as well. You also need to wash the boots that fit in your fins. Salt deposits will make their zippers rusty. To help maintain the shape, place the plastic formed fitters back on your fins when they are dry.
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