Pad A Cheek Leak Strap vs Pad A Cheek FF liner...

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Pad A Cheek Leak Strap vs Pad A Cheek FF liner...

Post by WestCoastCdnGrl » Sat Jan 08, 2011 2:47 pm

which would be the better investment?

I've not had very good success with Remzzz's (good concept but they're way too flimsy for my liking, even with one-time-use usage) and am looking for other (more economical) alternatives to try and reduce the nightly leak.

I like the concept of the Pad A Cheek's products and am interested in trying them, but would like to hear any feedback in regards to how the mask liner performs versus the leak strap, in regards to overall comfort and efficacy in stopping leaks.

One other thing, I am cranially endowed, so I am wondering if the Leak Strap would fit me (I wear an 8½ hat/head circumference of about 25½ inches)- anyone know how the sizing works? The website doesn't have any sizing information.

As always, I thank you for any and all insight/advice that you can offer this newbie!

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Re: Pad A Cheek Leak Strap vs Pad A Cheek FF liner...

Post by LSAT » Sat Jan 08, 2011 3:11 pm

The leak strap is adjustable with velcro...there are LOTS of comments out here is you "search".

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Re: Pad A Cheek Leak Strap vs Pad A Cheek FF liner...

Post by Irene P. » Sat Jan 08, 2011 8:05 pm

The Pad A Cheek leak strap and the ff liner are both good products. I use them both when I use my Ultra Mirage ff mask. I wouldn't go without the strap, but I can go without the liner. The strap stabilizes the mask so it's less likely to leak. For me it really works. It doesn't have to make the mask tighter to make it more secure. You could e-mail Pad A Cheek about the length of the strap. They may even make you a longer one if you need it.

When I got my strap, there was a learning curve. I learned pretty quickly that it didn't have to be tight to work. And at first I tried wearing it hooked over the top of my ears, but that wasn't comfortable for me. So I tried clipping the back of the anti-leak strap to the top strap of my mask using a hair clip. Works perfect for me!

Good luck!

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Re: Pad A Cheek Leak Strap vs Pad A Cheek FF liner...

Post by carbonman » Sat Jan 08, 2011 9:20 pm

Silicone has not touched my face in 10mths.
I am still using the prototype liner that PC sent me in March.
It has been washed many, many times.
It is just like brand new.
I bought a backup liner but have yet to open it.
Cost effective goes w/out saying.
It is very easy to install and just becomes
part of the mask. Very easy to deal with,
even in the dark of the night, if you have to.

I don't know if it will solve leak problems or not.
I don't have leak problems w/the UM.

For me, the comfort that this brings to the mask
experience is well worth the price of admission.

If you don't like the feel of silicone on your face,
this is a no brainer.
"If your therapy is improving your health but you're not doing anything
to see or feel those changes, you'll never know what you're capable of."
I said that.

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Re: Pad A Cheek Leak Strap vs Pad A Cheek FF liner...

Post by WestCoastCdnGrl » Sat Jan 08, 2011 10:07 pm

I have come to the realization that I don't really like the feel of silicone on my skin and seeing as the Loonie and the Greenback are finally on par with each other and the shipping charges are quite reasonable, I think I'll place an order for a strap and a liner.

I am willing to part with the remainder of my Remzzz's (I have 25 mask liners SIZE LARGE plus the 2 forehead liners that come with it - I am in a pet free home) for USD 17.50$ including shipping. If you know of anyone who might be interested in them, please send me a PM.