Cressi Supernova Dry Snorkel

Overview

The Cressi Supernova Dry is an Italian-designed dry-top snorkel with a float valve that closes to keep water out, a purge valve to clear any that gets in, and a quick-release keeper for the mask strap. It suits snorkelers and swimmers who want a dry-top setup rather than a basic open tube.

Cressi has built dive gear since 1946, and the review history here reads like a two-part story: the float valve and purge system get consistent praise for keeping the tube dry through flips and light dives, while the quick-release keeper that clips to the mask strap is the part owners struggle with. That split is worth knowing before deciding whether the fit will matter for how you plan to attach it.

• Float valve dry top keeps water out
• Purge valve clears any collected water
• Quick-release keeper attaches to mask strap
• Wide elliptical bore, hypoallergenic silicone mouthpiece

Who it's for

Good for lap swimmers, snorkelers and spearfishers who want a reliable dry top and are willing to spend a minute getting the mask clip properly seated. Less suited to anyone who swaps the snorkel between different masks often, since the keeper is reported as stiff.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

The float mechanism inside the top closes on contact with water, whether from a wave or a dive-under, and a small reservoir at the base collects any residual water that a light blow through the purge valve clears. The wide elliptical bore is meant to ease breathing resistance, and the flexible silicone corrugated tube is designed to cut down on jaw fatigue over long swims.

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