Scuba diving, while fun, has its share of dangers like any other outdoor sport. Know how to recognize and treat potential problems before (or when) they occur can make the difference between life and death when you're underwater. Here are some safety measures to take, and some things that can happen that you seek. [...]
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Computer Nitrox
What is a good diving computer?
I am in the market for a new diving computer. I am a recreational diver with an Advanced Open Water PADI certificate. I am in the market for an entry left diving computer that can read Nitrox levels, has decent features, easy to read [...]
Dive Gear Mask
The best place to buy snorkeling gear in the Bay area of SF?
I want to buy a new tube and a diving mask somewhere in the area Bay. I bought my last set through Sport Chalet places, but I'm unfamilar with dive shops / they have diving equipment near Berkeley. Any suggestions? [...]
Scuba Set
What is comprehensive set of mid-range of dive gear cost me?
I need all the bits for the diving base. N nitrox, ice, or diving deep. My probable maximum depth of 150 feet is rarely in freshwater. My main goal is glorified snorkeling in 10-50 feet. Any help would be great!
In fact, [...]
Diver Mask
How deep can a scuba diver be certified for with tanks of compressed air and a scuba mask?
This is a duplicate question so I’ll just bring my answer from the other one, over here.
The recognized limit is 130 feet for an advanced level recreational diver on air. This is not necessarily the limit that [...]
Diving Gear
How much money does beginner’s scuba diving gear usually cost?
I am not looking for “top of the line” stuff. I am just looking for gear that is will work for a beginner.
New or used?
You’ll save 50% on used but you ought to ensure everything fits correctly and has been professionally serviced before purchase.
New [...]
Scuba Large Diving
What’s the best resort that has decent quality Golf & SCUBA diving?
I know this is asking a lot but I would prefer that the resort be in or near the Carribean, Virgin Islands, (E.) Mexico, etc. I would prefer an all-inclusive resort (extra $ for golf & SCUBA is ok but it [...]
Gear Dive
where can i get good quality but cheap dive gear in the channel islands ???????????
Please dont buy gear online, its one of the biggest mistakes there is! Try and find some used gear at an affordable price, you dont want to get new cheapo gear rather than quality used gear. Ask around at [...]
Bag Scuba
I don’t know what type of SCUBA gear bag to get.?
I need a scuba bag that can hold my snorkel, mask, booties, fins, and wetsuit. Also it needs to be kind of cheap like less than $50 preferably.
You can usually hunt around and find a wheeled hockey gear bag in sports stores. They’re cheaper [...]