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 By Greg Deskin

Every dive shop, dive boat, and scuba diver uses scuba tanks. While we all have used the standard Aluminum 80 cubic foot tank, we have seen a great many different size and shapes in other scuba tanks. Each of the “different” scuba tanks have a unique advantage/disadvantage, use, and cost. How can you choose the right scuba tank?
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By Abbey Vallance

Tipping etiquette is one of those subjects that often causes concern and even embarrassment. Many of us often find ourselves thinking, should I tip? How much is a reasonable amount to tip? Or even who should I tip? This is further complicated abroad when we’re perhaps not as familiar with local customs and expectations.
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By Greg Deskin

The first question you must ask when getting a prescription scuba mask is; do you really need one? At first this might seem like a stupid question, but underwater you will experience a 25% magnification as the light bends going from water, through the glass lens, through the air space in you mask and finally to your eye. This magnification means that some individuals do not need underwater lens correction. The second reason you might not need a prescription mask is you might be considering wearing contact lens.
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By Greg Deskin

Most exert divers will agree that equipment flexibility with dive gear is paramount to a safe dive. Proper scuba equipment configuration matters on all dives. It doesn’t matter if the dive is a wreck dive, deep dive, shore dive, or even a boat dive; we need our dive equipment to be flexible and in the proper configuration. While at first glance, double tank setups and flexibility should never be used in the same sentence, the world is changing fast…….. Continue Reading »

By Lisa Jenkins 

The world’s oceans take up approximately 70% of the Earth’s surface. Imagine how much stuff lies underneath it. Since the beginning of time the waters of the world have been an unexplored realm that has remained mostly untouched until recently. The invention of scuba has opened up the possibilities of not only exploring, learning, and enjoying the underwater world, but also recovering what has been lost and hidden beneath its deep expanses.
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By Dianne Rein

Are you thinking of trying a night dive? It can be a little scary at first but once you try it, you’ll be hooked. It’s a whole new world down there. Here are some tips to make that first night dive go smoothly:

Keep it Shallow
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By: Kaitlin Carruth

An air compressor is used to power air tools such as spray guns, air sanders, air wrenches, air hammers, and much more. While not as widely used, air tools are more powerful than traditional electric power tools. Air tools offer more torque and RPM than electric tools not to mention that they are significantly lighter (since they do not have their own individual electric motors) which makes them much easier to handle. Air tools are also less expensive, more versatile, and longer lasting. Overall, an air tool accomplishes a task more rapidly and effectively. … Continue Reading »

By: joediver

Scuba diving as an activity is popular among many, for its challenging yet calming effects in being able to explore the beauty of life under the sea. But, the sport, with its numerous soothing benefits, has an enormous responsibility for divers. One wrong move, the enjoyable event could become a diver’s most terrible experience that could very well be his last. With its fame, scuba diving has also become notorious for unforeseen accidents or fatalities caused by unnecessary neglect. The keys to deriving hard-earned enjoyment from the activity are good training, presence of mind, and dependable scuba diving equipment.
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By: John Ugoshowa

Each year, a large number of vacationers make the decision to vacation in St. Thomas. St. Thomas is located in the Virgin Islands. This Caribbean island is one of the most popular summer vacation destinations in the world. If you are interested in vacationing in St. Thomas, you may be wondering what fun and exciting activities await you.

In St. Thomas, as well as most other popular vacation destinations, you will likely find an unlined number of activities that will peak your internets. If you are looking for something that is exotic and educational all at the same time, you may want to consider scuba diving in St. Thomas.
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By: James Kronefield

Do you want your next vacation to be one that you will never forget? Are you searching for an adventure that is new and thrilling? Perhaps you should start planning thrilling scuba diving vacations. This is certainly an thrilling and unique way for you to runaway from all the worries of the world. Scuba diving offers you a way to see a world that you could only imagine. It is a lot of beauty just waiting to be discovered. If you think that this type of adventure is what you are seeking, then book your next runaway with a resort that can offer you lessons in scuba diving.
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