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green list diving countries

Green List Countries - What Diving Equipment do...

Cath Bates

Whether you are heading to a warm Caribbean destination or a temperate Mediterranean island, you will need diving equipment. It is worth noting that renting equipment while on holiday is...

Green List Countries - What Diving Equipment do...

Whether you are heading to a warm Caribbean destination or a temperate Mediterranean island, you will need diving... Read More

by Cath Bates
Scubapro S-Tek Range

Scubapro S-Tek Range

Cath Bates

S-Tek is the new Scubapro range of technical diving equipment.  It has been designed so you can add items to your collection as you gain experience and learn different technical...

Scubapro S-Tek Range

S-Tek is the new Scubapro range of technical diving equipment.  It has been designed so you can add... Read More

by Cath Bates
5 Value for Money Diving Essentials

5 Value for Money Diving Essentials

Cath Bates

 We all love a bargain or a stocking filler, especially when they can make a real difference to our diving experience. Our favourite dive accessories will make you more streamlined,...

5 Value for Money Diving Essentials

 We all love a bargain or a stocking filler, especially when they can make a real difference to... Read More

by Cath Bates
surelock weight systems

SureLock Weights- Which weight pocket do I need...

Alex Griffin

 Integrated weight pouches were originally held in place with velcro and were notoriously unreliable. At the end of a dive on the Thistlegorm in the Red Sea many a weight...

SureLock Weights- Which weight pocket do I need...

 Integrated weight pouches were originally held in place with velcro and were notoriously unreliable. At the end of... Read More

by Alex Griffin
Dive Computer Size Comparison

Dive Computer Size Comparison

Alex Griffin

We are commonly asked how dive computers differ in size so we thought we'd put together a short video to show you how our most popular models differ:  

Dive Computer Size Comparison

We are commonly asked how dive computers differ in size so we thought we'd put together a short... Read More

by Alex Griffin
How Does Air Integration Work?

How Does Air Integration Work?

Cath Bates

 Wireless air integration has been around for some time now but has become more popular than ever with almost all the main equipment manufacturers offering their own version.   A...

How Does Air Integration Work?

 Wireless air integration has been around for some time now but has become more popular than ever with... Read More

by Cath Bates
5 Best Thresher Shark Destinations

5 Best Thresher Shark Destinations

Cath Bates

The Greek name for thresher shark is Alopias meaning fox. This stems from their oversized big eyes and small mouths. They have a graceful scythe-shaped tail, which can be up...

5 Best Thresher Shark Destinations

The Greek name for thresher shark is Alopias meaning fox. This stems from their oversized big eyes and... Read More

by Cath Bates
How to Avoid Seasickness

How to Avoid Seasickness

Cath Bates

Seasickness can be debilitating and ruin a full day’s diving on the ocean wave. It can occur on the way to the dive site, during your surface interval and even...

How to Avoid Seasickness

Seasickness can be debilitating and ruin a full day’s diving on the ocean wave. It can occur on... Read More

by Cath Bates
A Shore Thing – Top Tips for Shore Diving

A Shore Thing – Top Tips for Shore Diving

Cath Bates

Diving from the shore is a challenging but rewarding activity. It is a good option for divers who get seasick, and there is less time lost to logistics and loading...

A Shore Thing – Top Tips for Shore Diving

Diving from the shore is a challenging but rewarding activity. It is a good option for divers who... Read More

by Cath Bates
How to be a Good Dive Buddy

How to be a Good Dive Buddy

Cath Bates

The 3 main reasons we practice the buddy system are for fun, to be safe and to ensure there is additional gas and equipment in the event of an emergency....

How to be a Good Dive Buddy

The 3 main reasons we practice the buddy system are for fun, to be safe and to ensure... Read More

by Cath Bates
Health Benefits of Scuba Diving

Health Benefits of Scuba Diving

Cath Bates

If there is one thing lockdown and the pandemic has taught us, it is to look after ourselves better. Many of us have started a fitness regime or have been...

Health Benefits of Scuba Diving

If there is one thing lockdown and the pandemic has taught us, it is to look after ourselves... Read More

by Cath Bates
Keeping Your Dive Torch Clean And Safe

Keeping Your Dive Torch Clean And Safe

Tim Harrison

You've just bought a shiny new dive torch and whilst torches are pretty easy to maintain and get the most out of, we've got a few tips to make sure...

Keeping Your Dive Torch Clean And Safe

You've just bought a shiny new dive torch and whilst torches are pretty easy to maintain and get... Read More

by Tim Harrison