Mike's London Dive Store Blog

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
PADI Women's Dive Day 2021 Special Offers

PADI Women's Dive Day 2021 Special Offers

Alex Griffin

This weekend of the 17th/18th July 2021 we are celebrating PADI Women's Dive Day with some special offers on women's diving equipment: When you spend over £100 in our Girls...

PADI Women's Dive Day 2021 Special Offers

This weekend of the 17th/18th July 2021 we are celebrating PADI Women's Dive Day with some special offers... Read More

by Alex Griffin
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
dive forever mask strap cover

Dive Forever Mask Strap Covers- Turning old wet...

Cath Bates

Mask Straps by Mindful Manta Here at Mike’s Dive Store we think it is imperative to run our business in a way that ensures a healthy future for our seas....

Dive Forever Mask Strap Covers- Turning old wet...

Mask Straps by Mindful Manta Here at Mike’s Dive Store we think it is imperative to run our... Read More

by Cath Bates
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 Reads for Scuba Divers

5 Best Reads for Scuba Divers

Cath Bates

Us divers tend to live and breathe our hobby, soaking up digital magazine content and social media posts about all things SCUBA! The last few years have gifted us some...

5 Best Reads for Scuba Divers

Us divers tend to live and breathe our hobby, soaking up digital magazine content and social media posts... 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
PADI Women’s Dive Day – Why should we Celebrate it?

PADI Women’s Dive Day – Why should we Celebrate...

Cath Bates

Since 2015, on the 3rd Saturday in July PADI celebrates Women’s Dive Day.  This event honours women’s underwater achievements and dedication to the ocean. It is a time to “big...

PADI Women’s Dive Day – Why should we Celebrate...

Since 2015, on the 3rd Saturday in July PADI celebrates Women’s Dive Day.  This event honours women’s underwater... 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
Suunto Eon Steel Black - In Water Review

Suunto Eon Steel Black - In Water Review

Cath Bates

The Suunto EON Steel Black is the first Suunto dive computer equipped with two dive algorithms; Suunto Fused™ RGBM 2 and Bühlmann 16 with Gradient Factors. You can choose the...

Suunto Eon Steel Black - In Water Review

The Suunto EON Steel Black is the first Suunto dive computer equipped with two dive algorithms; Suunto Fused™... Read More

by Cath Bates