SIP Airtight Drinking Valve

Lost caps and short straws

I found the device to be easy to install and use, but both caps provided fell off during my flights, which left the device exposed and that made me uncomfortable. In addition, the provided straws are too short for any normal water bottle (plastic or reusable), which was disappointing. I had other longer reusable straws, but they were slightly larger and a little more challenging to put through the device while the mask was on my face.

Love it, But....

I work conventions, so the SIPmask helps me drink my gallon a day without having to keep removing my mask, and I love that. However, despite packing smoothies to also be able to eat safely while I work, the SIPmask doesn't work with the larger sized straws needed. I don't know if it is just not safely feasible or too expensive to have a larger size, but if at all possible, please consider it.

Does What It Says

I installed a SIP valve in an Aura N95 and took it for a qualitative fit test. Zero drop in fit with the valve in place and cover off. The only problem is it isn’t sustainable when you add in the cost of other paraphernalia needed (masks, tape, tests, nasal spray) if taking other mitigation methods. I’ll sparingly use this, but good to have a back up option if really needed. Lower the cost and I can more comfortably recommend to others.