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Scuba News
October 4, 2024 by HAL
Deep Dive Dubai is the world’s deepest pool, reaching 60 meters. It features a unique sunken city theme for divers to explore. The pool contains 14 million liters of fresh water and maintains a temperature of 30 degrees Celsius, ensuring enjoyable diving conditions year-round. Safety is prioritized with 56 cameras and a hyperbaric facility. This […]
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Choosing the right drysuit is essential for cold water diving. Some of the best options for women include brands like BARE, Fourth Element, DUI, Waterproof, and Scubapro. BARE offers a great size range and popular models like the Guardian Pro. Fourth Element’s Argonaut 3.0 is known for comfort and is customizable. DUI provides a wide […]
Cenote El Pit in Quintana Roo, Mexico, is a spectacular diving spot known for its impressive depth and crystal-clear waters. It features over 120 meters of vertical drop and incredible underwater visibility, often exceeding 30 meters. Divers can experience stunning sunlight effects, a halocline phenomenon, and a unique hydrogen sulfide cloud that adds an otherworldly […]
The British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) has launched a new “Adventure Diver” course. This course offers a more comprehensive experience for those interested in scuba diving, including a try dive and two eLearning modules. Completing this course also provides credits toward BSAC’s formal training programs, along with a year’s membership. The Adventure Diver course is open […]
October 3, 2024 by HAL
Circular Economy Month emphasizes the importance of “Reduce” in waste management, especially for scuba divers and ocean lovers. Reducing waste prevents its creation and helps protect the ocean. For example, instead of buying plastic water bottles, drink tap water or use a reusable container. Small changes, like refusing disposable items or bringing your own cutlery, […]
Adaptive scuba diving has become increasingly popular, providing new opportunities for individuals with disabilities to experience the underwater world. These programs and certifications enable more people to participate in scuba diving. Specialized gear and techniques help make diving more accessible. With inspiring stories from adaptive divers, it’s clear that scuba diving truly can be for […]
Jamaica is a fantastic diving destination known for its rich marine biodiversity and beautiful warm waters. The best time to dive is from December to April when visibility is at its highest, reaching 21 to 30 meters (70 to 100 feet). During this dry season, divers enjoy consistent sightings of marine life like sea turtles […]
Dived Up Publications, a publisher of scuba diving books, has formed a partnership with Nautilus UK for distributing its entire book catalog. Nautilus UK is known for its strong presence in the diving industry, making it an ideal partner for Dived Up. This collaboration allows Dived Up to focus on creating excellent content while Nautilus […]
Curaçao is a fantastic scuba diving destination all year round, thanks to its location outside the hurricane belt. Conditions are typically calm with clear waters and a wealth of marine life, making it ideal for divers of all experience levels. The dry season, from January to September, offers the best visibility and vibrant coral reefs. […]
Join Indigo Safaris in July 2025 for a marine safari in the Sea of Cortez. This special tour highlights the majestic migration of mobula rays and the chance to see orcas. You’ll be aboard the luxurious Nautilus Gallant Lady, which accommodates 11 guests. The trip offers activities for divers, snorkelers, and wildlife observers with opportunities […]
This post invites readers to take a moray eel quiz to test their knowledge of different eel species. A score of 75% or higher earns participants a special discount. It encourages engagement and learning about marine life that scuba divers may encounter. Understanding eel types can enhance a diver’s experience underwater. Read the full article […]
Fourth Element has launched the Pelagic dive watch, designed for scuba divers. This watch combines British design and Swiss craftsmanship, capable of withstanding depths of 500 meters. It includes features like a helium escape valve, luminous hands, and a unidirectional ceramic bezel for dive time planning. Made from recycled materials, the Pelagic reflects Fourth Element’s […]
Olivier Isler, a Swiss cave explorer, created a unique lightweight rebreather called Hydrophilis, designed for easy swimming underwater. This device is lightweight, allows for 1.5 hours of operation, and features a chest-mounted design to reduce the risk of a dangerous condition called Immersion Pulmonary Edema. The Hydrophilis combines innovative hydrodynamics, using a specially shaped helmet […]
Taiwo Olayori is a Nigerian underwater photographer who fell in love with diving and capturing the small ocean creatures of Tulamben, Bali. He started diving in 2020 and began his photography journey a year later to document his experiences. His passion is macro photography, focusing on the often-overlooked tiny marine life. Olayori’s work showcases the […]
The article highlights the contributions of three Italian women in the diving community: Alessandra Figari, Beatrice Rivoira, and Cristina Zenato. Each woman shares how their Italian heritage influenced their diving careers and the challenges they faced in a male-dominated industry. They emphasize the importance of community involvement in conservation efforts, advocating for local initiatives to […]
The Diving Talks’ Underwater Photography Collection showcases stunning images from top underwater photographers globally. This collection includes the works of many talented artists and aims to highlight the beauty and fragility of marine life. Visitors can see breathtaking views of coral reefs and shipwrecks, making it an inspiring experience for both divers and non-divers. It’s […]
October 2, 2024 by HAL
Ken Stewart founded Diving With A Purpose (DWP) to train underrepresented scuba divers and locate slave ships. DWP has documented 18 shipwrecks related to the slave trade, involving over 18,000 volunteer hours. The organization empowers young divers and promotes marine conservation through programs that educate and restore ecosystems. DWP continues to expand its efforts, blending […]
Benjamin and Nikki Hadfield are now business partners and co-owners of Stuart Scuba, a dive center in South Florida. They join Peter Friedman, the founder, to enhance the center’s legacy of diving education and community involvement. Benjamin is an experienced diving instructor and educator, while Nikki is a certified technical diver and project manager. Together, […]
Ben Hellwarth responds to Kevin Hardy’s article about SEALAB III and the tragic death of aquanaut Berry Cannon. Hellwarth believes Hardy’s investigation into the cause of death, initially deemed carbon dioxide poisoning, lacked fresh evidence and relied too much on conjecture. He emphasizes that while Hardy presented an alternate perspective, it didn’t clarify the cause […]
The Rebreather Forum 4 Proceedings have been released, but several rebreathers were accidentally left out in a previous paper. Michael Menduno, the author, acknowledged this mistake after being informed by Bretislav Vaisar, CEO of iQsub Technologies. The updated list includes new models like the Hammerhead Classic and Extreme, as well as iQsub’s sidemount rebreathers. It […]
The summer vacation included adventures diving in Isle Royale National Park, located in Lake Superior. Divers explored six classic shipwrecks, such as the Cumberland and George M. Cox, with depths ranging from recreational to technical diving levels. A significant benefit of diving in Lake Superior is the pristine condition of the wrecks, which have not […]
In 2021, divers Sébastien Pelletier and Kevin Brown explored the St. Lawrence Estuary, discovering two previously unvisited wrecks: the Donnacona no. 1 and an unidentified schooner believed to be the Otter. Facing challenging weather and visibility, the team had to adapt their strategies to successfully locate and investigate the wrecks. After encountering dangerous conditions, including […]
A daring diver named Emil captured stunning video footage of various sharks feeding on a whale carcass off the coast of Aliwal Shoal in South Africa. He bravely dove without a cage, observing Great White, Tiger, and Dusky Sharks up close. During the feeding frenzy, he was initially pursued by Dusky Sharks but found protection […]
ScubaRadio is a popular radio show focused on scuba diving, airing every Saturday from 3-5 pm EST. It features Greg The Divemaster and friends discussing dive-related news with a fun twist. Listeners can join live, call in, or participate through social media. The show combines interesting dive topics with a sense of camaraderie, similar to […]
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