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Mares - A Brief History

Mares - A Brief History

Cath Bates

The Mares motto is “Enjoy diving with advanced performance through superior technology”. Mares have dive gear to suit all your needs, whether they be recreational, tec, freediving and more.  Founder...

Mares - A Brief History

The Mares motto is “Enjoy diving with advanced performance through superior technology”. Mares have dive gear to suit... Read More

by Cath Bates
Suunto- A Brief History

Suunto- A Brief History

Cath Bates

Suunto are known to us in the diving industry for dive computers, compasses and consoles, but the parent company also makes technology for other sports in their factory in Finland....

Suunto- A Brief History

Suunto are known to us in the diving industry for dive computers, compasses and consoles, but the parent... Read More

by Cath Bates
Christmas Gift Ideas for the Diver who has Everything

Christmas Ideas for the Diver who has Everything

Cath Bates

The diver who has everything???? That is like saying there are too many fish in the sea or that you can have too much chocolate!  The diver NEVER has everything. ...

Christmas Ideas for the Diver who has Everything

The diver who has everything???? That is like saying there are too many fish in the sea or... Read More

by Cath Bates
Back to the Future

Back to the Future

Cath Bates

Cath Bates looks at what the future of dive travel might look like

Back to the Future

Cath Bates looks at what the future of dive travel might look like Read More

by Cath Bates
Clips & Lanyards

Let’s talk about clips baby, lets talk about be...

Alex Griffin

Diving clips and lanyards can be a busy section of the website at the best of times, from curly-wurly lanyards and life-threatening carabiners to sleek marine grade stainless steel double...

Let’s talk about clips baby, lets talk about be...

Diving clips and lanyards can be a busy section of the website at the best of times, from... Read More

by Alex Griffin
Using Heated Undersuit Systems

Using Heated Undersuit Systems

Przemyslaw Tarko

One item rising hugely in popularity is a heated diving undersuit garment. Like in any extreme sport, the right type of equipment is the key to success. Even the best...

Using Heated Undersuit Systems

One item rising hugely in popularity is a heated diving undersuit garment. Like in any extreme sport, the right type... Read More

by Przemyslaw Tarko
How to Choose an Ocean Reef Full Face Mask

How to Choose an Ocean Reef Full Face Mask

Alex Griffin

Full face masks may seem like a gimmick or massively technical but in fact they are neither. Read to find out more.

How to Choose an Ocean Reef Full Face Mask

Full face masks may seem like a gimmick or massively technical but in fact they are neither. Read to find... Read More

by Alex Griffin
The New Garmin Descent Mk2

The New Garmin Descent Mk2 Series Dive Computers

Przemyslaw Tarko

The long-awaited advanced watch-style dive computer, the Garmin Descent Mk2 is here, and it is a truly powerful piece of equipment. A sleek looking, rugged and packed with innovative features...

The New Garmin Descent Mk2 Series Dive Computers

The long-awaited advanced watch-style dive computer, the Garmin Descent Mk2 is here, and it is a truly powerful piece of... Read More

by Przemyslaw Tarko
How To Choose A Reel And SMB

How To Choose A Reel And SMB

Alex Griffin

Maybe you’ve landed here after reading all about SMBs and reels in our previous blog or perhaps you just need to know what you should be taking with you on...

How To Choose A Reel And SMB

Maybe you’ve landed here after reading all about SMBs and reels in our previous blog or perhaps you... Read More

by Alex Griffin
SMBs and Reels Explained

SMBs and Reels Explained

Alex Griffin

SMBs and Reels...what's all the fuss?

SMBs and Reels Explained

SMBs and Reels...what's all the fuss? Read More

by Alex Griffin
UK Scuba Diving Kit List

Cold Water Diving Kit List

Tim Harrison

Scuba diving in the UK can be challenging at times so make sure you have the right dive equipment with our UK diving kit list to make the most of...

Cold Water Diving Kit List

Scuba diving in the UK can be challenging at times so make sure you have the right dive equipment with... Read More

by Tim Harrison
Becoming a Technical Diver

Becoming a Technical Diver

Przemyslaw Tarko

Have you considered technical diving.? This is a quick Blog by Shem on starting technical diving.

Becoming a Technical Diver

Have you considered technical diving.? This is a quick Blog by Shem on starting technical diving. Read More

by Przemyslaw Tarko