Travel between the United States and Mexico, for the purposes of tourism, has always been quite easy. Mexican customs laws allow for the transportation of personal items across the border, without declaration, as long as they are not contr… read more
"Scuba" is short for self-contained underwater breathing apparatus. This equipment allows divers to carry an air supply with them and not be connected to the surface. About 350 B.C., Aristotle wrote of people using a kettle to take air down… read more
Scuba diving depends on a substantial set of gear, some of which must be assembled on-site and before each dive. The procedure for setting up the scuba kit isn't particularly complicated, but it has a number of necessary safety steps built… read more
The price for a complete, basic kit of scuba gear can be expensive. This is especially the case if you want to buy quality gear, and hardly anyone wants to dive with a cheap, second-rate regulator. One way to assemble a complete set all at… read more
Scuba diving is a popular and truly international recreational sport, opening up to anyone in good health a world of undersea adventure. However, one thing scuba diving is not is "light;" the sport is very gear intensive, with even the mini… read more
While saltwater does a lot to inhibit the growth of mold and mildew on scuba gear, not all dives are in saltwater. Also, sometimes local climactic conditions or simple neglect will result in a moldy wetsuit, dive belt or snorkel. Sometimes… read more
A lot of equipment goes into making scuba diving possible. Starting with developments after World War II, scuba gear has made great strides in becoming more reliable, safer, and accessible to recreational users. read more
While scuba diving is both a relaxing and rewarding sport, it also requires great attention to detail and constant awareness. It is a sport where your life is dependent on your equipment and the setup of your gear. read more
Once you have completed your scuba certification, it's time to head out and dive. Deciding what equipment to buy and what you should rent will depend on where you will be diving, the amount and type of diving you will be doing, and your bud… read more
Scuba diving gear can be a very costly investment. That is why it is extremely important to learn how to clean and maintain your gear so that it lasts a long time. Salt, sand and even sunlight can be very damaging to the delicate plastic, r… read more
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