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How to Choose the Perfect Drysuit for You

January 3, 2024 by HAL

Selecting the right drysuit is crucial for cold water diving. There are two main materials: trilaminate and neoprene. Trilaminate suits are bulkier and require insulating undergarments, while neoprene suits fit closer to the body, providing better insulation. It’s important to choose the right undergarments for comfort and warmth, with options like merino wool and brands […]

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Sidemount Diving Instruction: Quality is Key!

January 2, 2024 by HAL

To excel in sidemount diving, ensuring quality instruction is crucial. Many divers struggle post-course due to inadequate training. Choosing a competent, specialized instructor is key. Avoid opting for shorter, cheaper courses and prioritize instructors who dive sidemount regularly. Quality instruction leads to enjoyable practice and skill improvement. Read the article

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ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 1-6-24.

January 2, 2024 by HAL

ScubaRadio live studio video feed on 1-6-24, great for new divers Read the entire article at scubaradio.com

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CREATURE FEATURE: BROADNOSE SEVENGILL SHARK

January 2, 2024 by HAL

The Broadnose Sevengill Shark is a unique species found in temperate coastal waters. It can grow up to 3 meters long and has seven pairs of gill slits, unlike the more common five seen in many other sharks. This shark prefers shallow waters but migrates to deeper continental shelves during winter in search of food. […]

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Episode 92 Pepe Tiburon: “Tren Maya – A Disaster in the Making”

January 1, 2024 by HAL

The Tren Maya project in the Yucatan peninsula threatens caves, jungle habitat, and water supply. Pepe Tiburon discusses the disastrous impacts and ongoing battle to oppose it. Read the article

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ScubaRadio 12-30-23 HOUR2

December 30, 2023 by HAL

ScubaRadio ScubaSquad discusses their favorite dives of 2023 and anticipations for 2024. Read the article

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Is Gozo good for sidemount diving?

December 30, 2023 by HAL

Gozo is great for sidemount diving with all sites being sidemount-friendly. Some entries and exits can be challenging due to the island’s rocky terrain. Popular sites like Xwejni Bay and Inland Sea offer easy entries for sidemount divers. Wrecks like MV Karwela and Cathedral Cave provide unique diving experiences. Gozo has diverse dive sites suitable […]

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2023 Top 10 Dives & Projects

December 29, 2023 by HAL

The text discusses the author’s top 10 dives of 2023, focusing on wreck diving experiences in different locations like Greece, Antarctica, and California. Key points include diving the HMHS Britannic, photogrammetry models of wrecks, and stats on dives like depth and duration. Read the article

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Episode 350 – Happy New Year 2024

December 29, 2023 by HAL

Jamesy and Brando wish everyone a Happy New Year and reflect on their first New Year show in Episode 350 of The Great Dive Podcast. Listeners are invited to join in this nostalgic journey. The hosts also share a promotional offer from Manscaped. Read the article

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Top 12 Dive Destinations for 2024

December 28, 2023 / March 6, 2024 by HAL

Shearwater team recommends 12 dive destinations for 2024, including Catalina Island, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Bonaire, Bikini Atoll, and more, each offering unique dive experiences with rich marine life, historical shipwrecks, and clear waters suitable for divers of all levels. Read the article

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Salvage Diving: Guide to Underwater Recovery

December 28, 2023 by HAL

Salvage diving involves recovering objects from underwater, with historical roots in ancient civilizations. Techniques include using specialized equipment like wetsuits, masks, air systems, and navigation tools. Divers face challenges like limited visibility and environmental hazards. The practice has applications in maritime archaeology, commercial salvage, and environmental cleanup efforts. Read the article

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Uncharted – Scientists with Disabilities Navigating Their Experiences

December 28, 2023 by HAL

Scientists with disabilities face challenges in STEM and academia, leading to a lack of representation and inclusion. A project called Uncharted aims to share stories of these individuals through a book of essays. Read the article

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The 10 most-read Mares blogs of 2023

December 28, 2023 by HAL

The 10 most-read Mares blogs of 2023 are highlighted, including topics like the Underwater Photographer of the Year contest winners. Read the article

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ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 12-30-23.

December 27, 2023 by HAL

ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 12-30-23. Read the entire article at scubaradio.com

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Beyond the Skyscrapers – Hong Kong Underwater

December 27, 2023 by HAL

Hong Kong’s underwater world holds hidden shellfish reefs, part of a conservation effort led by The Explorers Club and The Nature Conservancy. The Oyster Awareness Project aims to restore these vital marine ecosystems. Despite challenging conditions, researchers dive to collect oysters for study and restoration, highlighting the urgency of marine conservation efforts. The project’s data […]

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Blackwater in Anilao

December 26, 2023 by HAL

Anilao is a popular diving spot known for diverse marine life and accessibility from Manila. Read the article

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Where to recover from jetlag in Bali?

December 25, 2023 / March 6, 2024 by HAL

World Adventure Divers is a blog for scuba enthusiasts offering information on diving destinations, adventures like shark and wreck diving, and tips on scuba training and gear. The blog also provides resources like dive maps and solo traveler guides, with top destinations including Bali and Galapagos. Read the article

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What is Sidemount Diving? – 6 Reasons to Try Two Tanks

December 22, 2023 by HAL

Sidemount diving involves tanks at the diver’s sides, offering a streamlined profile, increased gas supply, and freedom of movement. It provides a redundant air source, comfort, and convenience, but requires managing two air supplies. The harness is customizable and lighter, making it convenient for traveling. Read the article

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Episode 349 – The Christmas Tree Ship

December 22, 2023 by HAL

The Rouse Simmons, also known as the Christmas Tree Ship, sank in Lake Michigan filled with trees during a storm in 1913. Read the article

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Guide To Advanced Wreck Diving

December 22, 2023 by HAL

This post offers guidance on advanced wreck diving. Read the article

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Sheck Exley’s Razor – The Nature of Limits

December 22, 2023 by HAL

The blog post discusses Sheck Exley’s Razor concept in technical diving limits. Read the article

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The Mokarran Protection Society

December 20, 2023 / March 6, 2024 by HAL

The Mokarran Protection Society in French Polynesia focuses on studying and preserving great hammerhead sharks, a critically endangered species due to overfishing. French Polynesia serves as a vital shark sanctuary, prohibiting shark fishing in its waters. The society conducts research, dives, and educational programs to protect these sharks and their habitat. Through efforts like laser […]

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Diving Deep Targets (Pt Loma — 280 fsw)

December 20, 2023 by HAL

The author recounts a diving expedition in California, showcasing the exploration of an airplane wreck at 280 feet deep and a disappointing discovery of a large rock structure, highlighting the photogrammetry model built of the airplane wreckage and the lackluster rock findings. Read the article

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Coral Connections – Awarded in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year

December 20, 2023 by HAL

A photographer has achieved success in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition by capturing coral connections. Read the article

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