You picked up paddle boarding as a new hobby, but can you stand up paddle board just anywhere? Paddle boarding is a versatile sport that is enjoyed by all ages on several different types of waterways. Although weather conditions can influence your trip, you can stand up paddle board on any body of water. Rivers,…
Flyboards work by taking the water output from a jet ski and diverting it through a connected hose to a board with jets on the bottom. Riders strap the board to their feet, and the jets under the board push upwards as the jet ski operator increases throttle. Flyboarding has recently popped onto the water…
Although inflatable stand-up paddle boards have become very popular for families and water sports lovers, a common concern is that they can lose air and deflate. Since safety is important to consider in purchasing a paddle board, I decided to do some digging on whether inflatable paddle boards can lose air. Inflatable paddle boards do…
Snorkeling masks will typically last 3-5 years if used frequently. They may last up to 10 years when in dark and dry storage, but sun, sand and saltwater result in deterioration of the silicone around the face skirt when used often. Cheaper rubber masks have shorter useful lifespan. While there is no expiration date on…
A scuba tank change can be made underwater. But it is something you should train to do beforehand. An underwater change can flood your first stage and contaminate your regulator. You will need to be on a stable bottom, and it’s best to have someone to help. Changing a scuba tank is a common task…
Scuba divers wear snorkels so they can breathe on the surface without using up the air supply in their tank. Breathing with a snorkel allows the diver to conserve the air before descent for longer dive times. Snorkels also provide an emergency backup on the surface if the air supply is depleted at the end,…
There’s nothing like the thrill of strapping a flyboard on to your feet and flying effortlessly over the water, while challenging gravity. Flyboarding is an amazing extreme sport that enhances any vacation. Like any extreme sport, there will be some restrictions and limits for safety reasons. Most companies have minimal Flyboard restrictions, but there are some weight,…
So, you love scuba diving, and you’ve decided to buy your own gear. That, or you’re thinking about buying your scuba gear, and you’re looking for somewhere to start. If that sounds like you, then you’re in the perfect place. Here are the 7 pieces of scuba gear you should buy first: These pieces of…
Having the right underwater camera can make a world of difference whenever you’re snorkeling. A quality underwater camera should not only withstand the water and its pressure but also give you a clear images. GoPro built this industry, but many competitors have released ever-improved models. Technology moves rapidly, and cameras improve with each generation. Here…
If you want to go snorkeling or scuba diving, you must have a pair of fins. They come in all different shapes and sizes. While the two types may seem similar, it is important to know that they are not the same. You can use diving fins for snorkeling and vise versa, but each type…
You can snorkel with a long hose in a pool only. You cannot snorkel with a long hose in the ocean because it would be unsafe. And even in a pool, you can only do this for a short time. Maybe you have read about or seen some videos on people snorkeling with a hose in…
Snorkeling is one of the least expensive, easiest, and quickest ways you can think of to enjoy the ocean. You only need 3 inexpensive and easy to carry items: a mask, fins, and snorkel. Your mask is the most important part of the activity. It is your window into the underwater world. It needs to…
