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| Brand: U.S. Divers
Category: Sports
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| Customer Reviews:
 PVC out gassing smell aggravated my sinus's. Couldn't use snorkel and mask. April 28, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I would advise paying the extra money for the silicone versions of this product line.
This particular form of softened PVC=(PolyVinylChloride) in this US Divers model line gives off a noxious, irritating plastic smell. It's also known to cause health issues when exposed to it for an extended period of time especially around the mouth, nose and eyes and you couldn't get any closer with a PVC snorkel and mask. Check its MSDS and Wikipedia's info on phthalate plasticizers to soften PVC on the web if you have any concerns. Don't know if that's what's causing the irritating smell.
I couldn't use the mask and snorkel so I basically paid $30 at Target for the use of the fins, but the Proflex II's were too flimsy and tired me out quickly. I returned the Proflex II kit to Target.
Got the Trek package at Walmart figuring the PVC smell would be less an issue. It was worse, but the Trek fins were excellent. Check out my review of those here. So now I'm taking that US Divers kit back and getting just the Trek fins at $17.
 Fins fit great April 28, 2008
I have a size six womens shoe and the fins fit perfectly. The mask didn't stay as tight as I would have liked, but perhaps I should have gotten a childs mask. Snorkel tube worked good as well.
 a good value and beginning set April 13, 2008
I enjoyed using this set. Before we traveled it was a good value in comparison to other retailers. The mask and fins were great. I wear a 7.5 - 8 shoe and the medium was a good snug fit. I was glad I bought my own set prior to vacation. I had a litle difficulty putting on the mask, but I am also a beginner at that sort of thing. I would recommend this set. It was a great experience. Thank you!
Great starter kit April 8, 2008
I am sure its not pro grade stuff but you cannot beat it for a nice started kit. Bought it for a cruise and it worked great. I bought the set cheaper than all the rentals would be.
Very good buy...works well...good quality April 2, 2008
For the price, you can't beat this set. The fins work really well, the mask doesn't leak and the splash guard does a very good job. I bought a set for me, my husband, my mom and my dad, to use snorkeling in the Caribbean. My parents (in their mid 60's) had never snorkeled before, so I had them practice in their above-ground pool, to get used to the equipment. When we actually snorkeled at the reef in St. John, they had the time of their lives, with absolutely NO ISSUES with the mask, fins or snorkel. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!
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