Gear Talk: Mask Straps for Underwater Hockey

Just like in my previous post about fin keepers, your Mask Strap is another huge part of your equipment which allows you to play your game at the highest level. The conventional mask strap, made of silicone rubber, is good for the average player, but has severe draws backs when moving to a higher level game. The mask strap’s primary job is to keep the mask on your face in the correct orientation especially when you encounter many other player’s fins, body and once in a while, a mask removal procedure from your opponent. So what is the correct solution? There are a few options on the market, but I will focus on the webbing strap, like our CanAm Mask Strap. With the webbing strap correctly installed, it is nearly impossible to remove or re-orient the mask from your face without breaking the mask. This allows you to play more aggressively without fear of not being able to see at that crucial moment. For instance, when you watch a free puck on the 5m line in front of the goal, there are 12 body’s in such a small space and having vision is the most important thing, otherwise your on the surface with a missing mask and a missed opportunity at scoring or defending a key goal. I think this is one of the best value added items one can invest in for improving your game of underwater hockey. The CanAm Mask strap is available in many colors and features a fully adjustable strap with a quick release system.