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…
These different masks and goggles differ in construction, price, and function. Snorkeling masks are plastic and allow shallow water swimming. Scuba masks are made from tempered glass to protect the eyes and nose while diving deeper. Swim goggles just cover the eyes and work best when used around the water’s surface. There is a myriad of…
Diving is an amazing, entirely unique experience, but it is also physically taxing and can be dangerous. That is where the proper equipment comes in. The purpose of a wet suit is to keep you safe in an underwater environment that the human body was not designed for. When choosing your scuba wetsuit, water temperature…
Maybe you are a new technician who wants to learn how to test a scuba tank, or just a scuba enthusiast curious about the methods used to verify the safety of your scuba tank. Either way, the process to test a scuba tank starts with a visual inspection and ends with a hydrostatic test. The…
Scuba diving might not be one of the first activities people think of when they think of outdoor fitness, but it is a surprisingly balanced way to get a workout from head to toe. Not only do people exert more energy moving through water than they do through the air, but the reduced-gravity environment is…
Scuba divers enter the water backward to help keep their mask and regulator in place and to protect their body. Having the tank and BCD hit the water first takes the impact away from diver’s head and arms. Backwards entry is also used on boats with no rear deck, or when multiple divers want to…
For scuba diving, you cannot wear glasses under a mask. The mask will leak. Opt for soft contact lenses, prescription masks or lenses, or use stick-on magnification on the mask you already have. Eye correction may not be necessary for everyone that needs glasses due to mask and water refraction. When scuba diving, the whole…
Once you have had the proper training, scuba diving is just as safe and easy as any other outdoor physical activity you might choose to take up. As long as you follow the safety guidelines and dive with a buddy, you should be fine. Scuba diving is a fun, safe, and healthy activity for you…
Transporting the scuba tanks properly is vital for keeping yourself safe, preventing tank damage and ensuring your dives goes smoothly. Transporting scuba tanks is most commonly done by hand – to and from a vehicle and the dock. The recommended way to carry a scuba tank is to form a “V” between your index and second…
You can determine the size of your tank by looking at the markings on the crown of the tank. A standard Scuba tank usually holds 80 ft3 of air at 3,000 psi. However, you should never assume the size of your tank. Scuba tanks look very similar to each other and it can be very difficult to…
