Cressi Start Set Gear Review I've watched hundreds of students walk into their first open water course carrying brand-new gear packages that looked great in the dive shop but fell apart by day three. The sits in an interesting space—it's one of those complete packages designed to get beginners underwater without requiring a second mortgage. After testing this set across warm-water certifications in Cozumel and cooler conditions in the Monterey kelp beds, I can tell you exactly where it delivers and where you'll feel the compromises. This cressi start set gear review cuts through the marketing to show you whether this bundle actually makes sense for your first gear investment. Quick verdict: The Cressi Start Set works well as a starter package for warm-water recreational diving up to around 60 feet, but the mask fit is hit-or-miss, and the fins ...