Removing pipe from mask?

[Gab]

Consider making a "loop snorkel" like Ron Smith's... He uploaded a YouTube video with very detailed steps / instructions.

I have the materials, just haven't had the time / motivation yet to get cuttin'/grindin'.

Is it something like this?

http://www.gizmag.com/powerbreather-sealed-snorkel-swimmers/22379/

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[Apneaddict]

Here's Ron's DIY how-to that's optimal for freedivers / spearfishing:

 

[artiz]

Outstanding... one top technical & innovative product and one right up there DIY solution... I agree with you
lawstraljan16 where else can you get information of this quality?
I do like the power-breather that Gab linked to... for someone who keeps their snorkel in all the time it seems a good idea?

Can't beat a bit of DIY though and with a double hose silicone mouthpiece upgrade anything is possible?

(VintageDoubleHose.com and VintageScubaSupply.com)

 

[Gab]

Nice mouthpiece artiz, you could do somwthing... I wonder if that tubing isn't going to collapse in the depth?

 

[artiz]

Nice mouthpiece artiz, you could do somwthing... I wonder if that tubing isn't going to collapse in the depth?

I would expect not, they're designed for an old style twin pipe demand valve so more than up to the task (expensive though @ $49-£30 + post). I reckon the biggest issue would be clearing both tubes at the same time... and why the tubing in Ron's excellent version is a thinner diameter? Some kind of valve on top of your head might help. Perhaps a thicker style tubing with a smaller diameter would be more appropriate though... cheaper too? It also appears that it may even be easier (more convenient) for spitting out?

 

[artiz]

My vintage double hose mouthpiece arrived today... quite a bit too big unfortunately!
My upgrade attempt for Ron's loop snorkel is here... much thanks for pointing me in the right direction Apneaddict