ARTICLES
Have you ever wondered why some people glide through the water with no apparent effort, and other kick as hard as they can and ever seem to move at all? While some has to do with the skill of the diver, a lot more has to do with the fin style and type of kick being used. Find out the right tools to move through the water with ease!
FINS AND KICKS
TYING A BOWLINE
Learn to tie the most important nautical knot. If you you enjoy any watersports, this knot is a must!
Have you ever bought a used tank only to have a dive shop refuse to fill it? Or been browsing marketplace ads only to see comments like "condemn it" and "turn it into an art project"? If you are trying to figure out which tanks are deals and which aren't, stop guessing and learn the facts!
OLD TANKS
COMMON KNOTS
Knot tying is almost mandatory for watersports, so if your knots aren't the best, you need to learn. Practice three of the most common nautical knots; the Sheet Bend, the Clove Hitch, and the Half Hitch, now!
Ew, did you really just put that on your face? While most of the rest of our dive gear gets rinsed, serviced and stored effectivley, our masks are usually left out. This accumulates all sorts of disgusting things that leave us questioning if we really want to put that back on our faces.
MASK HYGIENE
HOW TO DO A VALVE DRILL
How do you respond to failures? That's half of what tech diving is! Learn how to preform a valve drill to respond to regulator and tank failures while diving twins!
WHAT'S INVOLVED IN A REG SERVICE?
We all know we're supposed to get our regulators serviced on a regular basis, but why? What actually happens when we bring them in; is it really all that much?
COMPARING BACKPLATES
Have you ever looked at all the different backplates on the market, and wondered which one is the best? Each brand will say theirs is better than the rest, but is that actually true? With so many different styles from so many different brands it can be hard to tell which one may be right, so watch this video and find out how to choose the best type of backplate for you!
PICKING A MASK
Ever walked into a dive shop and been overwhelmed by the mask options? Or had three different buddies tell you their mask was the best ever? Or maybe you’re just over your leaky mask and ready to upgrade. If you answer yes to any of these, read on and find out everything you need to know about picking a mask!
GEAR MAINTENANCE
Is your gear getting the care it needs, or are you letting it deteriorate? Improperly maintained gear corrodes, wears faster, becomes a safety risk and overall just costs you more money. You’ve invested thousands into your dive gear, so make sure it lasts with these easy tips!
