If it looks a little too loose, then buy the next size down.
IGGIE
Apr 11, 2025 8:37 am
AlexT
Apr 11, 2025 8:11 pm
A belt or wrap isn't made to keep your bag attached, no matter how tight you get one. A belt or wrap is made to add more pressure to help keep the bag closer to your body (take the weight off your seal), to aid in keeping your bag attached, and to hide your bag from the public. If your bag is already loose and not sealed correctly, nothing you put on will keep it 100% sealed. That's why you must figure out the issue with your bag coming loose when it gets wet first before worrying about getting in a pool, lake, or wherever you want to go swimming. This is a common sense thing: fix the adhesion issue first, then worry about adding more protection and a cover to hide it. If you really want to lose confidence, which you seem to be lacking, put a belt on and go jump in a busy pool with a bag that won't stick. You'll have the pool to yourself in no time. 😁
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Past Member
Apr 11, 2025 11:00 pm
Mr. Bright, I don't think you are getting it. Your first and highest priority before doing anything is getting a bag that will adhere to your skin and stay stuck. You can't do anything until you get that problem resolved. Which could be a lot of factors: it could be that the type of wafer doesn't work for you and your skin, it could be that you're not making sure the skin is 100% fully dry before putting on the wafer, or you're not thoroughly cleaning it. No residue from your ring or wafer should be on the skin, and nothing with moisturizers or perfumes or traces of adhesive remover. Also, try not using the barrier wipes.
BossyVos
Apr 12, 2025 3:35 am
I ordered a neoprene belt that is custom to the size of your barrier and has a zipper pocket that your bag fits in. The belt has Velcro so you can tighten it snugly. I used it in Hawaii; it was amazing. Salt water, pool water, body surfing, and outrigger paddling. I have also water-skied with the belt. I ordered through StealthBelt. Link below: