COMPUTERS, DEPTH TIMER, TABLES

Jul
03

If you asked most people why they use a particular computer the answer will often be along the lines of  “I use the xyz computer, I like it and I haven’t had any problems with it”.  Fair enough you might say, but the decision of which computer to use/buy isn’t quite the same as other kit.

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FINS

Jun
22

Although dive manufacturers release more new fin designs every year than just about any other piece of equipment, no fin is better suited for wreck, cave or technical diving than the Scubapro Jet Fin.

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CYLINDER

Jun
15

CYLINDER NETS/MESH
These are those plastic mesh things you slide over your precious cylinder in the hope that they will be safe from the ravages of the sea.
Most dive shops are all too keen to sell you these, often with the advice that “they will protect your brand new cylinder from being scratched and chipped” thus extending the life of the cylinder, better still “they grip the tank better”.

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HIGH PRESSURE HOSE, CONTENTS GAUGE & CONSOLE

May
29

The standard High Pressure (HP) hose that you would get if you walked into most dive shops is 36 inches long.  With a console attached to the end this increases to 42 inches.  Even when using a single cylinder this is far too long as the console (even when the HP hose is run through a plastic hose guide, Velcro retainer or pocket) hangs below the diver when in the horizontal position.  With a twin-set the problem is worse as the 1st stage of the regulator is now to one side.

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REGULATORS

Apr
04

  After your brain and body, your regulator is the most important part of your equipment.  It should be regarded as a piece of life-support equipment and as such you should choose and maintain one with care.

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