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Live Aboard Diving in the Sea of Cortez 27 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
The Sea of Cortez is a great place to make use of a live-aboard dive boat. It will enable you to get more and better scuba diving, reaching places that are simply not accessible by shore-based dive se...
Consider a Dive Tank's Size and Volume 26 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Dive tanks often are the last piece of equipment that dive instructors and dive shops recommend for purchase. They are costly to buy but easy and cheap to rent. Divers who go out more than twice a mo...
Tank Capacities Depend on the Diver's Needs 25 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Divers want a scuba tank that is lightweight but has the capacity they need for air. Check out this list of tank capacities and how they fit divers' needs: For shallow diving, all you need is a 50 to...
Paint on Aluminum Dive Tanks May Not Last 24 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
When purchasing an aluminum scuba tank, be aware that the pretty paint on it might not last. Some theories hold that paint may encourage corrosion of your tanks. Yellow is a popular choice for tanks,...
Dive Instructors Will Provide Scuba Tanks for Class 22 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
If you are taking a dive class, expect your instructors to bring the scuba air tanks. They are hard to transport and among the more expensive pieces of equipment, costing between $100 and $200 each. ...
The Popular Choice is Aluminum for Scuba Tanks 20 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Aluminum or steel? Most recreational divers use the cheaper aluminum scuba tank. These are the tanks that dive shops sell and rent to recreational divers. They are easy to maintain, though they may de...
Don't Leave Scuba Tanks in Hot Vehicles 19 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Here is a checklist of tips for caring for your scuba tank that seem obvious, but could have disastrous results if ignored: Never leave a filled tank in a hot car. Air expands when heated. Check out...
Dry Snorkels Promise to Keep the Water Out 18 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Dry snorkels are popular with divers, because they are pretty efficient at keeping water out. A pressure-release valve opens when you surface to allow in air, and closes when you go underwater. You ne...
Take Simple Precautions When You Snorkel 17 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Your snorkeling buddy should be someone you trust. The buddy is there for companionship but also to back you up in an emergency. Take simple precautions when snorkeling, and you will be guaranteed a d...
Consider Different Snorkel Features 16 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Snorkels no longer are simple "J"-shape devices. They come in a range of new designs. Here are some things to consider when shopping for snorkel gear: Snorkel length: The longer the snorkel, the less...
