Scuba Gear Reviews: Mares X-VU Liquidskin Dive Mask

Scuba Gear Reviews: Dive Masks

Mares X-VU Liquidskin
• Liquidskin skirt material, 45-percent softer
• Two-button, quick-release buckles ›› Low-profile buckles attached to skirt ›› Available in blue, yellow and black/ clear
• With a superior combination of great visibility, impressive comfort and strong value, the X-Vu Liquidskin is an excellent all-around performer.

CONTACT: www.mares.com

Editor Says
"WITH SUPERIOR COMFORT AND A SEEMINGLY CUSTOM FIT THANKS TO THE IMPRESSIVELY SUPPLE SILICONE — 45 PERCENT SOFTER AND 270 PERCENT MORE ELASTIC — PLUS STRONG FIELD-OF-VIEW TEST RESULTS, THE X-VU LIQUIDSKIN IS AN ALL-AROUND WINNER."

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