Scuba diving gear consists of comfort, utility, and life support devices. As beautiful as the underwater world is, it is as alien an atmosphere as you can find on Earth. The parts of your scuba outfit allow you to exist in this world. read more
One of the first things that a scuba diver is taught is how to assemble, disassemble and clean their scuba gear. Scuba equipment is a costly investment, and salt, sun and sand can do a great deal of damage to your scuba gear. No matter how… read more
Scuba diving is an equipment-intensive sport. Though much of the equipment may be rented, most experienced scuba divers prefer to own their own equipment. The cost for such equipment is not low, and you definitely do not want to skimp on qu… read more
Recreational scuba diving equipment is usually centered around a breathing apparatus consisting of an air cylinder and a two-stage regulator. There are other pieces of gear, but this set is the most important as it allows the diver to breat… read more
Scuba is an acronym for self-contained underwater breathing apparatus. What sets it apart from many other sports is the essential nature of the equipment. Having functional, well-maintained equipment is imperative to having a great scuba e… read more
While it might seem initially intimidating, scuba diving is a very accessible sport. A dive shop typically provides divers with the ability to rent the necessary equipment. Most divers purchase their own mask, snorkel and fins, and rent a… read more
Scuba diving is a very equipment-oriented sport. The sport at a minimum requires several pieces of gear, and the list of potential accessories can at times seem endless. read more
Scuba diving is a gear-intensive pursuit. Without the complicated technology of compressed air tanks and pressure-sensitive valves, scuba diving would be impossible, and yet more is necessary to increase its safety margin to the point that… read more
Scuba diving is a popular sport that grants access to a new world of undersea adventure. It is intimately tied to its equipment because without several basic items it would be impossible. read more
Scuba diving is a very gear-heavy pursuit. To go diving at all, a diver needs a regulator with all its complicated valves, a weight belt, dive mask and swim fins. When diving anywhere but tropical waters, a wet suit becomes necessary, too,… read more
Scuba diving is a very equipment-oriented activity. Indeed, it is impossible without certain essential pieces of gear. A diver might be able to get away with an awkward, worn-out weight belt or leave behind a diving knife, but there are oth… read more
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