Review - Mares Viper mask - don't forget your toothpaste

First test of my new Mares Viper freediving mask in Croatia -

[@mokky3313]

After watching this clip I opted against the Mares viper and got me a Dorrle set with a snorkel instead. Never felt sorry for it, but noticed one thing: the manual that came with the set said you shouldn‘t use any aggressive detergents for the inside of the goggles. So I used only washing up liquid. Perhaps the toothpaste isn‘t such a good choice after all, as it contains small particles which might harm the surface of the glass. In any case the washing up liquid has done a great job so far, just as well as the Dorlle goggle.

[@HARROINEUROPE]

Great video, cheers mate!

[@uwehaleksy]

you save air reserve. yes. of course. where can i learn that?
and the wish for a mask "that works out of the box" - great.

[@naumematlijoski8334]

Hello there just next time from my experience if u don't have the toothpaste u can use a detergent for dishes that is anti foggy and if u don't want to pollute the water in Adriatic sea u can use your own spit and simple let it set for 1 min rinse it and ready to go my man thanks for your video I just bought the same mask cheers from macedonia

[@jefftaylor4707]

Nice one Tom,just bought two of these as back ups but after watching your review the old Cessi masks may well be the back ups to these,did you get the fogging issue sorted?

[@tjashton]

Thanks Jeff. Yes the fogging was easily sorted with toothpaste. 18 months later and the mask is doing great. Very comfortable and well made.

[@siberianyoutube]

Nice review man!
Use piezo lighter to burn the inside layer, so you can control the flame better..
I did it with mine Cressi mask, got no fog now..
Cheers!

[@SonSosa]

went to hawaii with this mask and it was fogging up so much i even used a lighter but it didnt work and anti fog liquid and still fogged up the design is cool reminds me of batman but the fogging ruins it

[@cucaratsa76]

Even I was burned twice,the mask continued the fog so I put it in the closet and I took my old mares for use

[@Cr4zyB4n4n4]

I wonder if anyone managed to be able to use this mask without fogging. I burned mine too, and it is still fogging...

[@ReturnerMusic]

Did you use a baby shampoo or something for defogger? Did it still fog after defogger?

[@StrageSrebreniy]

Привет! Когда не бритый, маска не пропускает?

[@novaraholtiki4063]

How is the fit at the temples? The mask looks very narrow. Do you feel more pressure on the temples (in comparison to other masks) ? I have a wider face and was thinking about some headaches this could produce..

[@tjashton]

I have not noticed any issue in that regard. The skirt is quite wide, which makes the mask seem smaller. I bought this in 2018 and I still use it as my main mask today.

[@novaraholtiki4063]

@@tjashton Thanks for the answer :)

[@jefferylorsung8846]

Does is seal well with your mustache? Looking for a better mask and it looks like this one doesn't leak even with a little facial hair.

[@tjashton]

It seals fine to my moustache. No problem. The rubber area that contacts the face is quite wide.

[@peterlustig362]

Best mask evVer. No pressure in my knarf ❤

[@tjashton]

This is still my main mask - many years later. It’s good!

[@jaridmanos7946]

How comfortable is this Viper mask to the face? Does it leave marks? I shark dive and my old Cressi low volume is about to be replaced. I realized yesterday I need a new and better-designed mask that fits more comfortably and doesn't absolutely mangle your face after an hour in the water. Also -- have you heard if the fogging issue has been resolved? Thanks. -- J

[@streetghost5545]

What was your final decision?

[@user-zd7dp8te5d]

سلام . هل هو جيد .شكرا

[@aerwyna9710]

Subbed! Would love to dive with you one day mate.

[@tjashton]

Thanks! I’m east Scotland local but I get about.

[@Lucasbatanian]

what is with the yellow diving weight at 3:22?!

[@tjashton]

Its 1kg weight that i sometimes clip on the end of my bouy line, and drop it to the sand. It allows me to leave the bouy static when I'm filming / photographing in a small area. Allows me to surface right next to the bouy without getting loops of line everywhere.

[@dennisgacer-jm4wn]

👌

[@raggaton]

Nice review - what snorkel is that?

[@tjashton]

Honestly can’t remember. Really basic Cressi one I think - but I lost it in the sea and bought another

[@raggaton]

@@tjashton ..and do you still use the mask - happy? and what other snorkel did you get? looking for a nice simple one..

[@tjashton]

The mask is still in use. Good as new. I used it today. The new snorkel is Seac ‘liquid’ , a simple silicone one. Seems fine so far

did the strap anchor points rip already?? :)

[@tjashton]

Giray YALÇIN Not yet. Still going strong. Probably means I’ve not been diving enough. Must work on that!!

[@bellalecce7645]

Burnt inside so many times but after one year It still get fogged...don t really know what to do anymore

[@roskotroughton475]

The toothpaste really dose work but I do it just before I get in the water and do it every time

[@callumgfishing5844]

baby shampoo, works every time

[@jaron4750]

Burn the inside layer off the glass.

[@tjashton]

What, just flame it with a lighter? Does it not damage the silicone?

[@michaeldepaepe]

@@tjashton you need to be careful of course and not point to the silicone but it is indeed the best method. Look it up 😉

[@ggwp5199]

@Dragomir Ronilac it really is, you should look at yourself in the mirror for a change

[@flipspearing]

Dragomir Ronilac it’s ok mate. You will learn these little tips with more experience.

[@DGM327]

Just spit in it and shake it out don’t wash it out 👍🏽

[@danielvidal962]

in water? greetings

[@fjdkfdfjdf33]

Still liking the mask? How deep are you usually going and how does it feel then?

[@tjashton]

The mask is getting old and tired but it’s still in use. I don’t dive deep. Mainly I hunt lobster and photograph at max 10m so I can’t comment on its deep performance. But longevity is good!

[@peterlustig362]

Best mask ever ❤

[@naorgozlan6135]

What’s the snorkel you used here?

[@lukaj2224]

That shellfish on 2:28 isthe rarest kind in adriatic. They are extremely endangered species. They are called "periska" .

[@tjashton]

I read about that. I have seen many around Zadar and Trogir but I understand they are a very special species

[@lukaj2224]

@@tjashton what you have seen are probably dead clams. Tourists often see them and think that they are "not so endangered". Unfortunately, most of them are open=dead.

[@tjashton]

Definitely both. Some were empty. But many were clearly displaying healthy mantle tissue and functional siphons. Also showing a closing response - very much alive.

[@tjashton]

But I do not doubt they are endangered! I just was lucky to find some live ones

[@lukaj2224]

@@tjashton those are some great news! Next time dont touch them, just enjoy in beauty. Cheers and safe diving!

[@mrbigolnuts3041]

Dear Mares: everyone who owns this mask says it fogs up, nice design, but faults.

[@blackout5160]

This mask leaks for me, Beuchat gopro mask is way better.

[@-ookea-4005]

ясно

[@headkickko609]

Ronaldo folded that dude up like he was a pretzel...

[@SiLvErZoMbiiE]

hey Mate please take the snorkel out when you dive other wise you fill your lungs at a blackout with water. :)

[@tjashton]

Aw you got me. I’m pretty strict on that normally!

[@KJ2331]

Ja imam i tu masku i maska je sranje veliko.

[@alexzamoraclips]

No way no mount a go pro 👎🏻

[@tjashton]

That’s true. Adding the mount wouldn’t hurt.