I do the same thing as beginner - intermediate snorkler.. I have black yellow snorkeling mask set and medium length fins and also with green yellow lifevest for relaxing in snorkeling (less stress in keeping floating and easy.. hehe..).. like your video..
Wow very informative video, thank you! I want to have my own gear for vacations and this answered all of my questions. Also like the fact that you mentioned reef safe sunblock, we all have to be as courteous to the environment we are trying to enjoy!
Hello Joe. I just took a Snorkel Class. Since I wear Rx Lenses, Bought a Sherwood Genesis Mask with the Black Skirt. Bought a Sherwood Snorkel. Type with the Valve on top. Fins? I used the Sherwood Elite FF. Got some good speed. But had trouble with them Treading in the deep end. Dive shop sold me a set of Deep See Aqua Glide. Haven't had a chance to use them yet. Pools (Indoor as well) here in NJ are Closing now. I am Trying to find an Indoor so that I can practice(1 or 2 times per week) over the winter. Having Back Issues(Kyphosis), The Class actually helped me. As my back didn't hurt and was more flexible for a few days after. Broken Collar bone so I can barely Free Style. Asthma might not allow me to try Scuba.
The more info out there, the better. Not for nothing, but I'm still using the starter snorkeling kit I bought at Walmart on clearance 6 years ago for about $30. I bought a second set a few years later just to have a backup, but it all has held up fine so far. It can be important to have a wet suit on in certain temperatures of water, but unless you can get a uniformly snug fit that wet suit don't even bother. I was going to be snorkeling in fairly cold water in north Lake Michigan a few Octobers ago and all indications were that you needed a wet suit to stay warm enough for the normal water temps. But I have a 50-in' chest and wetsuits are basically tube shaped. They Don't really tend to taper as much as you may think. Unless I wanted to purchase a wet suit tailored to me, there would have been gallons of water trapped inside of it after a short time. Fortunately, I have very Scandinavian blood in me from fairly recent generations so I was able to snorkel perfectly fine and maintain my body temperature in just a pair of trunks. Others may not be so fortunate so another safety measure is simply to know yourself.
Hey Joe. Love your channel. Got a few q's. Coming down to the keys for the first time, mainly Largo for a few days with my kids and wife end of July. Avid snorkeler and surfer along the northeast coast of Massachusetts. My idea was a 4hr excursion, getting chartered out to the lighthouse and maybe the bay depending on weather. 1. What is the protocol when encountering predatory sharks? 2. What species tend to be where? 3. when does the weather begin to pick up in the region ( think im booked dead in hurricane season, cause it will be nearing the beginnings of ours, which is you guy's too)?.
Hi I hope you have a great trip! You should be able to find several good charters out to the reefs in John Pennekamp off Key Largo, I am not sure which operator would go all the way out to Carysfort light though. The snorkeling can be AMAZING there if the weather is right. To answer your questions about sharks, you will probably see nurse sharks which are completely harmless and there is a very small chance you may see a reef shark which is mostly harmless as well, I have also seen bonnetheads there which are also totally harmless. It is extremely rare to see larger species like bulls, hammerheads or tigers. Shark bites on divers and snorkelers are also extremely unlikely. Most shark bites happen in murkier water, usually to surfers or waders on the beach where the shark can't exactly see what it is chomping on. But in clearer waters where divers and snorkelers are the sharks can clearly see the humans and they know that is not a part of their diet. Of all the shark species the one that would concern me the most would be a tiger shark, they go up to things out of curiosity and give them a test bite, but again it is extremely rare to see one in Key Largo. Like all shark interactions, just keep calm, be aware of where the shark is and calmly make your way back to the boat. But again in Key Largo I wouldn't be concerned about seeing larger sharks. June to early October would probably be the best weather window. Generally in the summer we have beautiful weather in the morning then large afternoon thunderstorms. We try to do our diving early then dodge thunderstorms on the way back in. Hope this helps, have a great trip and thanks for watching the channel
@@JoeOceanside joey, that was incredibly insightful rundown. I look forward to watching you and your channel and learning as much as i can. Our waters can be violent, and are full of cold water inhabitants, alotta different species of crab's, urchins, starfish, cold water anemones ( probably hacked that), flounders, stripers, blue fish, totaugs. Seasonally, we have the occasional seal, and the very rare, usually juvenile great white shark or whale, but never encountered in Nahant Bay Ma. ( my home break).
I have always loved the water, and lived on the Gulf of Mexico. However, as much as I have wanted to learn to snorkel, scuba and paddle board, I have always had to spend the extra money on other things. I wish I owned the gear.
Great video. I do have one question. Why not use the full face mask as a beginner. I looking to buy the best choice for me since is not like I go snorkel often but I want to enjoy the experience. So why not the full face mask.?
Hi can I ask a question 1.What is full name of the goggles that are you wearing in the video 2 what is the full name of the snorkel that are you wearing during the video I wanna buy it too ❤️
I am not a swimmer, going snorkeling vacay next month. Kinda afriad to use Snorkeling vest. Is it safe for non-swimmer? should I get a lifevest instead? Thank you :)
HI Joe, for a beginner snokler, how can you swim while holding on to a go pro in your hand? This would make a great viedo, not sure if you have already covered it?
Hey, can you recommend head protection. As a bald dude i am always looking for ways to cover my head, neck and ears. I would really dig something i could use for SUP and Surf too. **Know any long sleeve rash guard shirts with hoodies?
What is the best safety vest to get? Which do you recommend that is made of study, reliable materials? Terrified of the ocean, but love the idea of snorkeling.
Your guide is absolutely phenomenal. Clear, concise, and simple.
Dude, thanks for helping us be safe and comfortable.
I am glad you liked! Thanks for reaching out on instagram as well! Thanks for watching!
Right to the point and no ads? Love it!
Less than a minute into video and you have won a subscriber, straight to the point
I do the same thing as beginner - intermediate snorkler.. I have black yellow snorkeling mask set and medium length fins and also with green yellow lifevest for relaxing in snorkeling (less stress in keeping floating and easy.. hehe..).. like your video..
Wow very informative video, thank you! I want to have my own gear for vacations and this answered all of my questions. Also like the fact that you mentioned reef safe sunblock, we all have to be as courteous to the environment we are trying to enjoy!
Moved to Florida three years ago. I figure its time to get into some water sports! Thanks the for the advice. Checking out the store now!
Hello Joe. I just took a Snorkel Class. Since I wear Rx Lenses, Bought a Sherwood Genesis Mask with the Black Skirt. Bought a Sherwood Snorkel. Type with the Valve on top. Fins? I used the Sherwood Elite FF. Got some good speed. But had trouble with them Treading in the deep end. Dive shop sold me a set of Deep See Aqua Glide. Haven't had a chance to use them yet. Pools (Indoor as well) here in NJ are Closing now. I am Trying to find an Indoor so that I can practice(1 or 2 times per week) over the winter. Having Back Issues(Kyphosis), The Class actually helped me. As my back didn't hurt and was more flexible for a few days after. Broken Collar bone so I can barely Free Style. Asthma might not allow me to try Scuba.
looks like so much fun I have a huge amount of family in Florida
awesome, hope you can come down and snorkel! Thanks for watching!
Simple and straight to the point. Thank you very much!
King, I think you dropped something 👑
This video was fantastic Joe. Very proffesional work and extremely informative!
Thanks Colt
Thanks so much I'm ordering goggles and a snorkel I'll make sure to look for the ones that you showed and also thanks for the tips.
The more info out there, the better.
Not for nothing, but I'm still using the starter snorkeling kit I bought at Walmart on clearance 6 years ago for about $30. I bought a second set a few years later just to have a backup, but it all has held up fine so far.
It can be important to have a wet suit on in certain temperatures of water, but unless you can get a uniformly snug fit that wet suit don't even bother. I was going to be snorkeling in fairly cold water in north Lake Michigan a few Octobers ago and all indications were that you needed a wet suit to stay warm enough for the normal water temps. But I have a 50-in' chest and wetsuits are basically tube shaped. They Don't really tend to taper as much as you may think. Unless I wanted to purchase a wet suit tailored to me, there would have been gallons of water trapped inside of it after a short time.
Fortunately, I have very Scandinavian blood in me from fairly recent generations so I was able to snorkel perfectly fine and maintain my body temperature in just a pair of trunks. Others may not be so fortunate so another safety measure is simply to know yourself.
Heading to Costa Rica for a month. Very informative videos on snorkeling!
This is the most informative video i have seen! thank you!!
Great explanation, thanks!
Thanks for the sharing the knowledge bro.. Safe tips n insight on first purchases, can’t beat that..😎
Good advice. Kindly update on weight system especially with wetsuit due to positive buoyancy when surface diving.
Thanks for the information bro! Big up
You're tips helps me so much
I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!
Road trip to Keys. Hope to snorkel.
This is a big help
Love your videos! So much info for beginners like me. Thanks!!
Cool, glad you enjoyed!
new subscriber here, know nothing about snorkeling😱😱but I want to learn how to use snorkeling gears.
Very cool! I also love snorkeling and diving)) By the way, welcome to my channel, I will be glad to see you!
Hey Joe. Love your channel. Got a few q's. Coming down to the keys for the first time, mainly Largo for a few days with my kids and wife end of July. Avid snorkeler and surfer along the northeast coast of Massachusetts. My idea was a 4hr excursion, getting chartered out to the lighthouse and maybe the bay depending on weather. 1. What is the protocol when encountering predatory sharks? 2. What species tend to be where? 3. when does the weather begin to pick up in the region ( think im booked dead in hurricane season, cause it will be nearing the beginnings of ours, which is you guy's too)?.
Hi I hope you have a great trip! You should be able to find several good charters out to the reefs in John Pennekamp off Key Largo, I am not sure which operator would go all the way out to Carysfort light though. The snorkeling can be AMAZING there if the weather is right.
To answer your questions about sharks, you will probably see nurse sharks which are completely harmless and there is a very small chance you may see a reef shark which is mostly harmless as well, I have also seen bonnetheads there which are also totally harmless. It is extremely rare to see larger species like bulls, hammerheads or tigers. Shark bites on divers and snorkelers are also extremely unlikely. Most shark bites happen in murkier water, usually to surfers or waders on the beach where the shark can't exactly see what it is chomping on. But in clearer waters where divers and snorkelers are the sharks can clearly see the humans and they know that is not a part of their diet.
Of all the shark species the one that would concern me the most would be a tiger shark, they go up to things out of curiosity and give them a test bite, but again it is extremely rare to see one in Key Largo. Like all shark interactions, just keep calm, be aware of where the shark is and calmly make your way back to the boat. But again in Key Largo I wouldn't be concerned about seeing larger sharks.
June to early October would probably be the best weather window. Generally in the summer we have beautiful weather in the morning then large afternoon thunderstorms. We try to do our diving early then dodge thunderstorms on the way back in.
Hope this helps, have a great trip and thanks for watching the channel
@@JoeOceanside joey, that was incredibly insightful rundown. I look forward to watching you and your channel and learning as much as i can. Our waters can be violent, and are full of cold water inhabitants, alotta different species of crab's, urchins, starfish, cold water anemones ( probably hacked that), flounders, stripers, blue fish, totaugs. Seasonally, we have the occasional seal, and the very rare, usually juvenile great white shark or whale, but never encountered in Nahant Bay Ma. ( my home break).
I love your videos
That was everything I needed to know.
Thank you so much❤
Thank you. It there a video for something kids can use?
I have always loved the water, and lived on the Gulf of Mexico. However, as much as I have wanted to learn to snorkel, scuba and paddle board, I have always had to spend the extra money on other things. I wish I owned the gear.
Thank you. Your video was very helpful 👍🏻
Very comprehensive - thank you!
Very helpful for beginner like me... thanks 😎
Great tips Joe!🤿😁
Glad you liked, thanks for watching
I have already bought mask and snorkel
great video!! i hope to try snorkeling soon maybe this summer.. have a good early evening and evening. i hope all is well.
Awesome Heather I hope you enjoy.
@@JoeOceanside i did enjoy the video!! thank you joe!!
Thank you for all the great tips!
Your welcome Jennifer, glad you enjoyed Thanks for watching!
Great video! I’m sold, ready to buy my snorkel gear! Did your code expire?
Thank you so much!! I'm going to the Bahamas next week - I got this same setup per your recommendation here. Expect a few videos.
Good deal!
The discount code seems not working
Wow really helpful 😃 thanks 👍
Love it!
Great video. I do have one question. Why not use the full face mask as a beginner. I looking to buy the best choice for me since is not like I go snorkel often but I want to enjoy the experience. So why not the full face mask.?
I kept getting water into nose area of the traditional mask and its not too tight or too lose everything good but still water manage to get in
Thank you, I never did it before👍
Hi can I ask a question
1.What is full name of the goggles that are you wearing in the video
2 what is the full name of the snorkel that are you wearing during the video I wanna buy it too ❤️
aniel larry snorkeled MI in my 60s
You got a awesome channel here! Great footage, keep it up
Wow Ash thank you! Glad you are enjoying
I’m just using this for the lake lol me and my friend usually play hide and seek under water
Excellent video
What do you reccomend for beginner kids? My child is 11 first time snorkelling in Turkey this summer.
Love these videos!!!
What do you wear on the head when diving?
Is it abandana, buff with UV protection or what?
Can you give a link to the exact shirt you mentioned that will help protect you from jellyfishes please
I have 1 but it has a dry top but some times water comes in the tube
NEED the link to that exact Swim Shorts
I am not a swimmer, going snorkeling vacay next month. Kinda afriad to use Snorkeling vest. Is it safe for non-swimmer? should I get a lifevest instead? Thank you :)
Yeah, life vest is safer. Use that if your sure you will not be diving down
i want that life vest so bad🥺
Hi what's the best anti shark suites and shields pls ? Where I live we have big Johnnies here..very very big ones.
HI Joe, for a beginner snokler, how can you swim while holding on to a go pro in your hand? This would make a great viedo, not sure if you have already covered it?
im going to the beach but is there a kids version of this?
Today I tried on my rashguardfot the first time it felt snug😁
Cool thats good Chara
@@JoeOceanside thanks I snorkel alot and it is extremely fun😃
Trying to get my kid into it is there any way you can recommend?
Does the color of the lens mater
Your awesome! God bless
discount code didn’t work :(
freebee would be nice
yes pls
Picking winners soon! Thanks for watching!
@@JoeOceanside I've already sent u a message on Instagram and thank u for making giveaway😍😇
Thanks dude
No problem
What camera do you use for these videos Joe..great info by the way
Gopro 9
The code for the store did not work.... any suggestions?
Thanks
What is that hat you’re wearing?
Isn't yellow called a yum yum yellow for attracting sharks?
Hey what are you using as a cap? That a uv skull cap? Been looking for something like that so my head just isn't getting burnt while swimming.
Sir how much your deep diving mask and snorkel tube i want that because i want to dive in deep
Wow this is a great video!
Tho I don’t even live near the ocean :c
glad you liked the vid, hopefully you can visit the ocean soon!
Can you recommend a good underwater camera?
Gopro 10 black
Great tips! I've snorkled for years ans still learned new stuff. Thanks!🐠🐟🐋🐢🐚🐙
Cool, glad you liked! Thanks for watching!
Hey, can you recommend head protection. As a bald dude i am always looking for ways to cover my head, neck and ears. I would really dig something i could use for SUP and Surf too.
**Know any long sleeve rash guard shirts with hoodies?
Tilos Rashguard amzn.to/2Vngh5u is what I use alot. Or get a buff wrap for your head
What is the best safety vest to get? Which do you recommend that is made of study, reliable materials? Terrified of the ocean, but love the idea of snorkeling.
Can you provide a link to the mask in this video
Which place would you name # 1 in FL for snorkeling and free diving?
Snorkeling would be Blue Heron Bridge for shore snorkels, or Key Largo for boat trip snorkels. Freediving, maybe the springs or Jupiter FL
@@JoeOceanside NIce! I agree, springs are just beautiful. Where exactly in Jupiter?
@@Beyondthebreakers I don't know excatly, I watch alot of spearfishing videos from up there, seems to be good for that
I almost died from a dry snorkel once I did a three minute time and came back up to breathe and my snorkel stoper Was stuck
Haha same here
Darn...I wish I could have entered the give away..
Excellent video...you answered all my questions.
reviews for the promate say they fog easily. what do you use for antifog?
Can someone who can't swim, and are afraid of deep water Snorkel?
I want to buy this, I am from Bangladesh , is this possible for me ?
I do not know if they ship there, you will have to check the website. Thanks for watching!
I have glasses too so any recommendations for masks
Get Wet Store makes prescription masks too
I already got dipuki goggles lol
Promo Code does not work.
Discourn code not working
Their prices have doubled in 3 years.
nicee
Hope you enjoyed!
What is your Website to order
U cool. :-D
Thanks! U too
is this Instagram old man no cell phone wanting to learn how to snorkel
What happened to the old fashion snorkel's? No valves, not flexible... nobody wants these anymore?
They still exist, but they are being replaced by the flexible ones
Hola oye que pena una duda, cual es el nombré de la careta?
Thanks for watching! 👍