Aqua Sphere Seal XP Swim Mask

I've just worn out my first pair of these after 2 years of regular use in a pool. I find them extremely comfortable and durable. My second pair just arrived. I have a narrow face, so the small-sized option is perfect for me. The blue tint cuts down the glare from overhead fluorescent lights. The strap is strong enough to keep a snorkel steady, but they are much less bulky than a standard snorkel mask. The eye area seals well without the suck-out-the-eyeballs feeling of standard swim goggles. Overall, an excellent product at a reasonable cost.

When I first got these I was pretty stoked to try them out. Went down to the club and jumped in the pool. Got some cool looks from people (let's face it, they are kinda neat looking). Then I went under water. No Bueno. Leaked right away. So I tried fixing the seal. Again , no good. You basically have to suck these things so tight to your face for them to even make it 3/4 of the way across the pool. HORRIBLE PERFORMANCE. I ended up giving them to my nephew - who complains about the same problems.

I have used these goggles for lap swimming and for triathlon swims. They hold tightly to my face and let in very little water even on long swims. They are good for triathlon swims because they stay on even after a kick to the face. Only problem I have is that they leave a big funny shaped ring in my face for about 20 minutes after I take them off.

I bought these because every goggle I've had leaked. Perhaps my face outline is weird - likely - got a narrow face. With these goggles I can do many laps without leaks. They are a bit on the big side, but all the extra skirting is what actually provides the solid seal. At the same time I also bought a different pair of Aqua Sphere goggles (Kaiman) which leak after 50 ft !

I like this mask. It seals well and won't leak when properly seated. I also keeps pressure off the orbital rim with it's design.