Scuba Equipment - How to Find the Right Gear

By Sarah Freeland

Purchasing the necessary scuba equipment with your family is a great way to teach your them all about the rules of the scuba diving. With every piece of scuba diving equipment you purchase, you can explain what the item is and how it is used during a scuba dive.

It is always a good idea to take a certified scuba instructor with you when shopping for scuba equipment, or at least consult one before making serious scuba equipment purchases. This way, you will make sure to get the best type of equipment for your scuba diving skill level.

When you have all the right scuba equipment, make sure all the divers involved know how to use the scuba gear effectively and safely. If there are any questions or concerns with the scuba gear, be sure to resolve with the scuba equipment retailer or a certified scuba instructor before you begin a scuba dive.

Scuba equipment can be a tricky purchase if you don’t know what to look for and what skill level your scuba diving is at. Buying scuba gear can also be an enjoyable event if you know it means you will make more dives in the coming days and months.

For more information on scuba diving destinations and equipment visit http://www.aquasportsscuba.com

For scuba tips and resources check out http://www.a1scuba.org

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This Month’s Special - Scubapro Regulator

scubapro regulatorThis month’s special deal is the Scubapro MK25/S555 Regulator. The regular list price is $595.00 but it’s on sale right now for less than $400. Below is a description of this product.

MK25 First Stage
The MK25 first stage offers a machined, marine-grade chrome plated body and balanced composite/stainless steel piston that would make any diver proud. It demonstrates ScubaPro’s dedication to quality and creating positive diving experiences. This first stage adapts to external pressure changes and comes standard with the Thermal Insulating System (TIS), which keeps your first stage from freezing up and malfunctioning in cold water conditions. The MK25 has two high-pressure ports and five low-pressure ports.

S555 Second Stage
The S555’s air-balanced flow valve allows you to breath easily and steadily throughout your dive, regardless of the air pressure within your tank. Without this feature, your breathing may change as your tank empties, leaving you working harder to fill your lungs as your dive progresses. The S555 is resistant to corrosion, which gives it a long lifespan and makes it an excellent value. The manufacturing and materials used to create this second stage make it a great choice for cold-water divers.

ScubaPro developed VIVA (Venturi-Initiated Vacuum Assist) to assist with easing each breath the diver takes. As the air is pulled into the second stage casing, a vacuum is created behind the diaphragm. In turn, the diaphragm depresses the lever that maintains the poppet open for a “power assist” breath. In addition to the VIVA, the air-balanced power inflator valve means you’ll have a steady stream of air, regardless of the pressure in your tank

Don’t miss out on this great price for a very good regulator.

-Scuba Guy

Understanding Scuba Equipment Computers


Many people are discovering the wonderful sport of scuba diving. It is one of the most exciting adventures around. One instrument designed to benefit the diver is the scuba equipment computers. This article explains why scuba diving computers are a great accessory to any diver’s gear.

Scuba Diving in Curacao


Curacao is just such a place that can keep each and every member of your family in awe for days even if they don’t decide to take the plunge and go scuba diving. Located only 40 miles north of the Venezuelan coast, Curacao is part of the ABC islands called the Netherlands Antilles located in the Caribbean Sea.

The Things To Keep In Mind Before Buying The Scuba Gears


It is always recommended to have the essential Scuba Gears while you are exploring the world underwater. But before buying the scuba gears the necessity and the functionalities of the scuba gears should always be kept in mind.

Top Things to Consider When Buying a Diving Regulator

A scuba diving regulator is a critical component to any diving adventure.  A regulator basically provides the gas/air to the diver from one or more tanks.  But what should you look for when buying a new regulator?

Top Things to Consider When Buying a Diving Regulator

1. Comfort – Get this wrong and you’ll end up with some very sore jaw muscles after an all day dive.

2. Adjustable (but simple) – Look for a regulator that is flexible, versatile and offers lots of ports but does it all in a simple, straightforward design.

3. Nitrox compatible – Obviously!

4.  Reliable – You want a regulator that will last and one you can count on whether you’re cave diving or exploring wrecks.

My Recommended Regulator - Sherwood Maximus Regulator

-Scuba Guy

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