Discover a completely new way of snorkeling with Switzerland's first and original full-face snorkel mask.
The MINT LAMA Freebreath Snorkel Mask with Flat Glass is an innovative solution for snorkeling enthusiasts. It allows you to breathe through your nose while effortlessly exploring the underwater world. Designed for maximum comfort and excellent underwater visibility, this mask is your perfect snorkeling companion.
Advantages
Wide Field of View – The flat 180° glass provides a panoramic view, allowing you to fully enjoy the underwater world in all its splendor. Safe Breathing – The three-channel air system enables natural breathing through the nose and/or mouth, ensuring comfort and safety.
Anti-Fog Protection – A special ventilation system prevents fogging, ensuring uninterrupted visibility.
Action Camera Mount – The camera holder makes it easy to capture your underwater adventures.
Comfortable Fit – Flexible, adjustable textile straps make the mask easy to put on and take off, while preventing hair from being pulled.
Dry Top System – The specially designed system minimizes water entry into the mask, ensuring safe and comfortable use.
Construction
The MINT LAMA Freebreath Snorkel Mask features an advanced three-channel ventilation system that effectively separates fresh air from exhaled air. The central channel directs fresh air into the viewing area, while the side channels expel used air to ensure a continuous supply of oxygen. Thanks to the advanced "Dry Top" system, a plastic ball seals the valve underwater to prevent water entry, while allowing air circulation at the surface.
The mask is also designed with hygiene in mind: it eliminates the need for a mouthpiece, making it more comfortable, and includes a valve at the bottom for draining water. With its shatterproof polycarbonate glass and brightly colored snorkel tip for visibility from afar, the MINT LAMA Freebreath Mask is a reliable piece of equipment for all snorkeling enthusiasts.
Differences Between Round Glass and Flat Glass Masks
The primary difference between Freebreath round glass and flat glass masks lies in the glass design, which affects underwater visibility.
The round glass mask features curved glass that offers an edge-free viewing angle and a more natural perspective. However, the image at the edges may appear slightly distorted, creating a "magnifying effect."
On the other hand, the flat glass mask minimizes distortion with its flat glass, providing a more realistic and clearer view, especially when looking straight ahead. However, visibility is slightly affected by the two side edges.
The choice between these models depends on the user's preferences and expectations regarding visual comfort while snorkeling.
What are the advantages of a MINT LAMA Freebreath snorkelling mask? When diving, breathing underwater with a snorkel is often perceived as a nuisance because breathing through the mouth is not natural and the mouthpiece is perceived as too large, uncomfortable and unhygienic. Thanks to the MINT LAMA Freebreath, a snorkel with mouthpiece is not necessary. Simply put on the mask and breathe in and out comfortably through your nose or mouth.
What is the difference between the round glass and flat glass snorkelling masks? Viewing the underwater world at a 180° angle is simply unique and both snorkelling masks offer this. The round glass mask has no edges in the field of vision. This enables an even better underwater view than with the flat glass mask. However, the image is partially distorted with the round glass. The curvature of the disc creates a kind of magnifying glass effect. This effect is comparable to that of a sports camera, such as the GoPro. If the camera is held very close to an object, the object enlarges and the background becomes smaller. This distortion can take some getting used to for some swimmers. With flat glass, there is little or no distortion, comparable to conventional masks. However, the view is slightly affected by two lateral edges. If you are still wondering whether flat or round glass: experience shows that people who have been snorkelling with a conventional mask for decades tend to prefer the flat glass mask. The distortion can sometimes be a nuisance for older people. The younger generation, who are used to the distortion of sports cameras, do not find this disturbing. The round glass mask is still the clear favourite.
Can I also dive with the MINT LAMA Freebreath snorkelling mask? No. Apnoea diving is not recommended with these diving goggles. The air volume in the mask plays a greater role than with classic masks. After just a few metres of depth, the pressure in the face is perceived as uncomfortable. Pressure equalisation is very important when diving, but this is not possible with this mask as the nose is not freely accessible. Our MINT LAMA Freebreath - BALANCE and 2BREATH models do, however.
Why can a lens tarnish despite anti-fog protection? As a rule, the MINT LAMA Freebreath snorkelling mask does not fog up because it has anti-fog protection thanks to a double airflow system, just like a ventilation unit. The mask should be put on so that the mouth section (silicone) lies close to the bridge of the nose. The air should not penetrate from the lower mouthpiece into the upper visor. Choosing the right mask size plays an important role here. It may help to wash the inside of the lens with washing-up liquid.
How do I choose the right size? To get the most out of your MINT LAMA Freebreath snorkelling mask, it is important to choose the right size. If the snorkelling mask is too small, wearing comfort will be restricted. If it is too big, water can get in. The snorkelling mask is available in two sizes for adults. These sizes cover approx. 95% of all male and female face shapes. However, every face is different and the information should only be used as a guide.
Size S/M: mainly for women and teenagers Size L/XL: mainly for men
A good guide to choosing the size is the distance between the eyes and chin:
S/M and L/XL
The MINT LAMA Freebreath mask is also available for CHILDREN in size XS. It is very difficult to say exactly what age the mask is suitable for, as children can vary greatly in size. In principle, children from the age of 5 can wear the mask. A good guide to choosing the size is the distance between the eyes and chin:
XS
Can I wear the MINT LAMA Freebreath snorkelling mask with a full beard? A short beard (e.g. 3-5 days beard) is not a problem, but with a full beard the mask cannot adhere to the face and there is a possibility that water will penetrate. We advise against buying the mask if you have a full beard.
How do I clean the MINT LAMA Freebreath snorkelling mask? Remove the snorkel and, as with conventional snorkelling masks, rinse well with tap water after use. Store in a shady place.
