Cleaning Your Scuba Diving Gear After a Dive Trip
Rinsing your gear at the dive centre is only the first step. This guide explains how to properly clean, soak, dry and store your scuba equipment after a dive trip...
Kasia Neugebauer |
Mike's London Dive Store Blog
Cleaning Your Scuba Diving Gear After a Dive Trip
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Large Screen Dive ComputersLarge Screen Dive Computers
When you're twenty metres down with a drysuit and thick gloves, the last thing you want to do is squint at a tiny watch face. Large screen dive computers —...
Steve Brown |
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Hollis M1 Dive Mask Now Available in ClearHollis M1 Dive Mask Now Available in Clear
Now available in Clear, the Hollis M1 Mask is a team favourite for good reason. With an ultra-clear lens, distortion-free vision, wide field of view and low volume frameless design,...
Alice Watt |
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Ultimate Guide to Underwater Smartphone Housings for DiversUltimate Guide to Underwater Smartphone Housings for Divers
Smartphone underwater housings are becoming one of the easiest ways for divers to start capturing photos and video underwater. In this guide, we compare two of the most talked-about options...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Not Sure Which GoPro Is Right for Your Next Trip?Not Sure Which GoPro Is Right for Your Next Trip?
Not sure which GoPro is right for your next trip? In this guide we break down the key differences between the GoPro MAX2, HERO13 Black and HERO12 Black, and explain...
Alice Watt |
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Packing for a Dive Trip: A Practical Guide for Travelling DiversPacking for a Dive Trip: A Practical Guide for Travelling Divers
Packing for a dive trip is more than just fitting your gear into a suitcase. From choosing the right dive travel bag to protecting delicate equipment and packing smart to...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Family Holiday to the Philippines - Gear Setups for the Whole FamilyFamily Holiday to the Philippines - Gear Setups for the Whole Family
Join Mike’s Dive Store owner Steve and his family on an unforgettable dive trip through the Philippines. From the world-class macro of Dauin to the vibrant reefs of Apo Island...
Steve Brown |
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Getting Ready for a Dive Trip: The Complete Scuba Travel Preparation GuideGetting Ready for a Dive Trip: The Complete Scuba Travel Preparation Guide
A comprehensive yet practical guide to preparing for your next dive trip — covering travel insurance, gear servicing, packing, refresher dives and smart planning tips to ensure your diving holiday...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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DiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max Plus Ocean Kit for Underwater Phone PhotographyDiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max Plus Ocean Kit for Underwater Phone Photography
A complete guide to the DiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max Plus Ocean Kit — a compact underwater smartphone housing with red filter and wide-angle lens that transforms your phone into a...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Scuba Diving Gear Maintenance: How to Look After Your Kit and Make It LastScuba Diving Gear Maintenance: How to Look After Your Kit and Make It Last
Well-maintained dive gear builds confidence long before you hit the water. From seasonal servicing to spotting hidden wear, this guide explains why regular maintenance matters and how staying ahead of...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Miflex Deep Black Range Hoses: The New All-Black Upgrade for Xtreme Dive SetupsMiflex Deep Black Range Hoses: The New All-Black Upgrade for Xtreme Dive Setups
Miflex has launched the Deep Black range, bringing a refined matt black finish to its trusted Xtreme braided regulator hoses. Here’s everything you need to know about the brand, the...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Your Phone Is Now a Dive Camera: The Complete Guide to the DiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max PlusYour Phone Is Now a Dive Camera: The Complete Guide to the DiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max Plus
A complete guide to the DiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max Plus underwater smartphone housing. Learn about features, compatibility, safety, and why phone housings are transforming underwater photography.
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Important Safety Notice – Hollis 200LX Regulator OwnersImportant Safety Notice – Hollis 200LX Regulator Owners
Important Safety Notice – Hollis 200LX Regulator Owners At Mike’s Dive Store, your safety is our absolute priority. We are sharing the following important notice regarding the Hollis 200LX Second...
Alice Watt |
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OrcaTorch D920 Dive Light: A Powerful 5000-Lumen Handheld Primary for Serious DiversOrcaTorch D920 Dive Light: A Powerful 5000-Lumen Handheld Primary for Serious Divers
The OrcaTorch D920 is a 5000-lumen handheld primary dive light with a tight 9° beam, magnetic charging, and a 150 m depth rating. This in-depth guide breaks down every feature,...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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DiveVolk SeaTouch is Here: Touchscreen Underwater Phone HousingsDiveVolk SeaTouch is Here: Touchscreen Underwater Phone Housings
DiveVolk is now at Mike’s Dive Store. Discover SeaTouch touchscreen underwater housings for iPhone and Android, Ocean Kit, Platinum, iPhone 17 adapters, External Shutter, filters, clamps, plus the UWACAM app...
Alice Watt |
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Halcyon Regulators Explained: H-75P, HALO & AURAHalcyon Regulators Explained: H-75P, HALO & AURA
Thinking about Halcyon regulators? This guide breaks down the H-75P, HALO and AURA, compares them with Scubapro options, and helps you choose a single tank setup that actually makes sense...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Ultimate Guide to Scubapro Cold Water RegulatorsUltimate Guide to Scubapro Cold Water Regulators
Choosing the right regulator for cold water diving isn’t about hype — it’s about correct engineering. In this guide, we break down Scubapro’s cold-water regulator range into premium, balanced all-round...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Why Buy From Mike's Dive Store - The UK's Largest Scuba & Snorkelling RetailerWhy Buy From Mike's Dive Store - The UK's Largest Scuba & Snorkelling Retailer
Buying dive gear is about more than price or product lists. When you choose the UK’s biggest scuba diving retailer, you benefit from genuine stock depth, informed advice and dependable...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Suunto: 90 Years of AdventureSuunto: 90 Years of Adventure
In February 2026, Suunto marks 90 years of precision, innovation and adventure. From pioneering compasses and dive computers to modern outdoor wearables, Suunto’s legacy is rooted in Finnish craftsmanship and...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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How to Choose the Right Dive Boots for Your DivingHow to Choose the Right Dive Boots for Your Diving
Choosing the right dive boots can make a bigger difference than most divers realise. From warmth and comfort to fin fit and entry stability, this guide breaks down the different...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Scubapro MK17 EVO 2 / G260 Regulator – Cold-Water & Technical Diving PerformanceScubapro MK17 EVO 2 / G260 Regulator – Cold-Water & Technical Diving Performance
A compact, sealed diaphragm regulator built for cold, silty and demanding dives. The Scubapro MK17 EVO 2 / G260 delivers smooth, reliable breathing with proven technical performance.
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Fourth Element Halo A°R Socks – Extreme Thermal Protection, RefinedFourth Element Halo A°R Socks – Extreme Thermal Protection, Refined
The new Fourth Element Halo A°R Socks extend the Halo A°R system with space-grade A°RGON™ aerogel insulation, delivering exceptional warmth, low bulk and reduced buoyancy for serious cold-water diving.
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus: What’s New — and How It Compares to Mini 2 & Mini 3Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus: What’s New — and How It Compares to Mini 2 & Mini 3
The Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus marks a major step forward in satellite safety for divers and remote travellers. With a touchscreen, voice messaging and improved independence from your phone,...
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Fourth Element Xenos ARC Wetsuits: The Wait Is Over — OceanPositive Performance, Now AvailableFourth Element Xenos ARC Wetsuits: The Wait Is Over — OceanPositive Performance, Now Available
The wait is over. The Fourth Element Xenos ARC wetsuits are now available, combining effortless comfort, strong thermal performance and OceanPositive materials designed for repetitive diving and real-world use.
Kasia Neugebauer |
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Suunto Nautic S: Next-Generation Compact Dive Computer – Now Available for Pre-Order at Mike’s Dive StoreSuunto Nautic S: Next-Generation Compact Dive Computer – Now Available for Pre-Order at Mike’s Dive Store
Compact, air-integrated Suunto Nautic S Dive Computer with AMOLED display, multi-gas support and GPS. Pre-order now at Mike’s Dive Store.
Kasia Neugebauer |
