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FEEDBACK just bought a Speedo snorkel. The instructions supplied are for the most part refreshingly sensible, advising against diving too deep, for instance, or overbreathing before going underwater. But one large-print warning puzzles. “Use only in water,” stresses Speedo.
Where else would someone use a mask and snorkel tube? Walking, driving or riding on dry land? In an ocean of methane or ethanol? Climbing a mountain or dancing? Or dining out?
Holidaying in Scotland, David Moss was bemused by a sign encouraging him to exercise the ultimate in caution: “Slow down / please drive…
