Mike's London Dive Store Blog

Don’t Go Wild in the Aisles!

May 15, 2021Cath Bates

A guide to why you should buy your snorkelling equipment from a proper dive shop, rather than doing a bargain supermarket sweep. Here at Mike’s we have an expert team...

Don’t Go Wild in the Aisles!

A guide to why you should buy your snorkelling equipment from a proper dive shop, rather than doing... Read More

by Cath BatesMay 15, 2021

I Can See Clearly Now – A Guide to Prescription...

May 13, 2021Cath Bates

While we can all appreciate the silence that comes with diving, none of us want to lose another of our main senses – sight. The beauty of the underwater world...

I Can See Clearly Now – A Guide to Prescription...

While we can all appreciate the silence that comes with diving, none of us want to lose another... Read More

by Cath BatesMay 13, 2021

Diving & Snorkelling Equipment For Kids

February 18, 2021Cath Bates

Sharing the wonder of the underwater world with your children is a hugely pleasurable experience. Many kids are natural water babies, adventurous and comfortable in the fourth natural element. Learning...

Diving & Snorkelling Equipment For Kids

Sharing the wonder of the underwater world with your children is a hugely pleasurable experience. Many kids are... Read More

by Cath BatesFebruary 18, 2021

Best Scuba Diving Drysuits 2021

January 25, 2021Cath Bates

There is a drysuit for every temperature and underwater environment here at Mike’s Dive Store, whether you love wrecks, caves or open water. We have a massive selection of neoprene,...

Best Scuba Diving Drysuits 2021

There is a drysuit for every temperature and underwater environment here at Mike’s Dive Store, whether you love... Read More

by Cath BatesJanuary 25, 2021

Best Scuba Diving Masks 2021

January 18, 2021Cath Bates

Enjoying your dive comes down to one thing – comfort. You don’t want any nasty niggles like a leaking, foggy mask or overtight strap. Choosing the right mask is complex...

Best Scuba Diving Masks 2021

Enjoying your dive comes down to one thing – comfort. You don’t want any nasty niggles like a... Read More

by Cath BatesJanuary 18, 2021

Best Scuba Diving Fins 2021

January 11, 2021Cath Bates

There is actually quite a lot of science behind fin design. This is why many manufacturers scowl when they hear the word “flippers”. Blade length, vents, reinforcement rails and channels...

Best Scuba Diving Fins 2021

There is actually quite a lot of science behind fin design. This is why many manufacturers scowl when... Read More

by Cath BatesJanuary 11, 2021

Best Scuba Diving BCDs 2021

January 4, 2021Cath Bates

A BCD is going to be one of the biggest equipment investments you make. It is therefore worth spending some time doing some research and trying a few on before...

Best Scuba Diving BCDs 2021

A BCD is going to be one of the biggest equipment investments you make. It is therefore worth... Read More

by Cath BatesJanuary 4, 2021

New Website Feature - Bundle Builder

December 11, 2020Tim Harrison

A brand-new feature is now available on our website to make choosing and combining the right scuba diving and snorkelling kit so much easier

New Website Feature - Bundle Builder

A brand-new feature is now available on our website to make choosing and combining the right scuba diving and snorkelling... Read More

by Tim HarrisonDecember 11, 2020

Don’t Be A Grinch! Christmas Gift Ideas Part Deux

December 10, 2020Cath Bates

Don’t be a Grinch! Christmas Gift Ideas part deux. Last Christmas I gave you my heart but you bought me some rubbish I didn’t really want. THIS year (to save...