Archive for February, 2010


SCUBA diving equipment and prices ; and the best kind of boat and approx price for SCUBA diving?

I am studying to be a marine biologist and I am going for my SCUBA certifications, but I need approximate pricing before i go so i can get my equipment. I will be living in Florida soon, so I intend to get a boat so when I am qualified I can go out on dives. [...]

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SCUBA QUESTION: What thickness of a wetsuit do I need for the Bahamas?

I am going to the Bahamas in November and I need a new wetsuit…what thickness (in mm) do I need? I need a wetsuit because I will be scuba diving to 100 feet. You won’t need a thick wet suit, just a reef skin or a 3mm shortie. Lol, we ice dive here in 7mm [...]

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Where can I rent scuba gear outfits near Anna Maria Island.?

I love finding sand dollars at Anna Maria Island. The only problem is I can’t hold my breath in 10 ft water very long. So I would like to know of any cheap Scuba Gear near there for a couple people. (do you have to have a certificate to rent the gear?) Thank you all. [...]

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What are the best websites for finding great scuba diving location? and equipment sale?

Great Locations in Florida for scuba diving. And good places for purchasing equipment. I am in Jupiter, Florida !!! I was looking for some nice and relax dive that is not too deep. It could be anywhere from 40 to 60 feet. Try EBay. You can always find great deals. You just have to be [...]

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What should you wear under a wetsuit? i.e. for scuba.?

I’m going scuba diving for the first time this weekend. and I’m to embarassed to ask in my dive shop. Thanks The best thing is a "dive skin" but you don’t have to spend the money at a dvie shop. The skin is a lycra suit or shorts and top that keep you covered when [...]

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3mm Men’s NeoSport XSPAN Long John Wetsuit

NeoSport XSPAN Paddle John The 3mm NeoSport XSPAN Long John Wetsuit was designed for paddle sports such as rowing and kayaking, but can be used for anything you can think of. The sleeveless cut offers complete range of shoulder and arm motion. This suit is made of 100% XSPAN superstretch neoprene for the ultimate in [...]

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What is the best scuba equipment to buy?

I was thinking of getting into scuba diving and was wondering what the best bang for your buck was in scuba equipment (i.e. good quality for relatively cheap price) with spear guns also. Thanks. Your going to get "xxx is the best". Everyone has their personal favorites. The best gear the what you can have [...]

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What to do with long hair when scuba diving?

I have long hair and am wondering what other scuba divers do with it when diving in a wetsuit. A braid with a tie would hurt, being squeezed in the wetsuit down my spine. A bun or ponytail in my hood is also uncomfortable.. not to be complaining about all the options.. but are there [...]

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Is divers-supply.com a legit site to get scuba equipment? Looking at dive computer.?

Searching the web I came across : http://www.divers-supply.com/ Is this a legit site to buy scuba equipment? has someone purchased from them?. I am looking to get a dive computer (OCEANIC VERSA WRIST PDC). It is a basic, cheap computer, but their advertised price beats all prices online. Here is the link: http://www.divers-supply.com/OCEANIC-VERSA-WRIST-PDC-p/oce0109.htm scubabob: I [...]

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What size wetsuit do you know need for scuba diving?

I live by the great lakes and i want to know how thick of a wetsuit do i need to scuba dive? i am taking a scuba class at the end of august and need a wetsuit before then? i was told 7mm by a couple of people and me and my buddy are diving [...]

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