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

Posted on Feb 28, 2010 under Scuba Gear | 1 Comment

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.

Yes, you have to be certified to rent both the gear and to have a tank filled. You could always snorkel it instead.

Florida Fishing-the Treasure Coast

Posted on Feb 17, 2010 under Scuba Gear | No Comment

The treasure Coast is on the the east coast of Florida.Roughly south to Stuart and North to Vero Beach. The intercoastal waterway,Wich includes all of the Indian River Lagoon,runs north from Stuart Florida,approximately 150 miles.Hutchison Island is the barrier island that separates The ocean from the intercoastal waterway. The Fort Pierce Inlet divides the Island into north and south.

Some of the best fishing sites in Florida are on the treasure coast. The reason is that there are so many types of Fishing you can enjoy here. Because of the barrier islands,it”s unique ecosystem makes the Indian River Lagoon the most ecological diverse waterway in all of North America. No where else can you find more spcies of fish,crustations,mammals,and plant life than on Floridas Treasure Coast.

Enjoy the following types of fishing at any given time.

1.Offshore-Stuart is the Sailfish capitol of the world.If you like big game fish this is the place. also dolphin,king fish,wahoo,and barracuda,the list goes on and on for great offshore sport fishing.

2.Inshore fishing-The Indian River Lagoon-Known for it”s wide variety of fish. You will want to target just one or two,depending on the time of day and season.I can”t list them all but here”s a few. Snook,mangrove snapper,jacks,sea trout,sea bass,flounder,pompano,sheepshead,redfish,that should be enough to make you hungry!

3.Bottom Fishing-party boats offer a great value for reef fishing.The six and 8 mile reefs off the treasure coast are the most visited.grouper,snapper,sea bass and a variety of others make for a great meal from these bottom feeders.

4. Surf Fishing-Miles of uncrowded beaches make for fishermans paradise.Fish the first drop off only a few feet from the beach to catch whiting and the like or,go large and rig up for some shark fishing or,anything in between. Anything goes at the beaches.

5.Fresh Water Fishing-Fresh water is everywhere on the treasure coast. Pull of the side of the road and fish a small canal our lake or pond.large and smallmouth bass are exceptional here.Drive 30 miles west to lake okeechobee and you will find some of the best freshwater fishing in the country.

6.Spear Fishing-want even more excitement? Then gear up for a spear fishing charter from one of the three inlets along the treasure coast.(St. Lucie,Fort Pierce,and Sebastion)You must be certified to scuba dive of course.

This list doesn”t even come close to all the choices for florida fishing on the Treasure coast.This area is still a great place to plan a fishing trip.Why do I recommend The treasure coast? Well, maybe it”s because sometines You are the only one on the beach fishing,or the only voice you can hear is your own.Might be the great Surises over the water. Or it could be that I live here and want to share this wonderful place. Fishing in Florida has never been better.

Rick Noble
http://www.articlesbase.com/fishing-articles/florida-fishingthe-treasure-coast-727232.html

Using standard gear, a scuba diver can go to a depth of 130ft.What is the water pressure on him at that depth?

Posted on Jan 17, 2010 under Scuba Gear | 2 Comments


Water weighs 62.4 Lb/ft^3
at 130 ft the column of water above him weighs:
130*62.4=8112 lb
That is aso the presure acting per square foot. The pressure per square inch is:
(8112 lb/ft^2)/(144 in^2/ft^2) = 56.33 psi.

is it possible in any way to breathe under water with no scuba gear or anything?

Posted on Dec 20, 2009 under Scuba Gear | 6 Comments


water doesn’t contain enough oxygen to sustain a human: you will die.

Top 5 Wintertime Motorcycle Tours

Posted on Nov 26, 2009 under Scuba Gear | No Comment

Just because winter is right around the corner doesn’t mean that you need to lock your bike in the garage. There are plenty of places where the sun is warm, the air is cool, and the scenery will take your breath away. Winter provides the perfect excuse to get out of your local environment and take your chopper on new and exciting adventures. In this article, we’ll take a look at five of the most beloved bikers choice locations for a wintertime motorcycle ride.

Southwest: Las Vegas, NV to San Diego, CA – 333 miles
Bikers Choice! It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, Las Vegas and San Diego are always nice and warm, and so is the path between these two interesting cities. On this trip, you’ll ride through beautiful Lake Havasu, Lake Gregory, the infamous Death Valley, and Palm Springs. Make sure to budget extra time in San Diego and in Vegas, both of which are ideal to tour from the seat of a motorcycle.

Pacific Ocean: Big Sur, CA to Ensenada Mexico – 500 miles
Bikers Choice! Coast Highway is one of the most scenic views in all of America and the view continues down the coast road into Mexico. On this tour you’ll experience a wide range of scenery from the natural rocky coast of Big Sur, through the beaches filled with sunbathers in Los Angeles and San Diego, and down into Mexico where the food is delectable and the manana attitude promotes relaxation.

Arizona: Cottonwood, AZ to Eager, AZ – 210 miles
If you’re seeking a relaxing tour with little traffic and lots of scenery, this motorcycle ride through Arizona’s state route 260 is ideal. High deserts and dense forests paint the backdrop as you cruise through some of the United State’s most interesting landscapes.

Florida: Orlando to Key West – 393 miles
Bikers Choice! This trip takes you from the home of Disneyland, to the tip of the Florida mainland, and across the gorgeous blue waters as you ride through the Florida Keys. If you’re looking for a shorter ride, start your trip in Fort Lauderdale or Miami, but don’t miss out on the amazing cruise over the long bridges that connect the keys.

Baja Mexico: San Diego to Cabo San Lucas – 1059 miles
Bikers Choice! This is a trip for the serious rider. It will take you approximately 15 days to cruise from San Diego down to the southern tip of Baja Mexico. Make sure to set aside some cash to pay the tolls along the way. Once in Cabo, there is no lack of relaxing ways to occupy your time like fishing, golfing, snorkeling, and scuba diving.

Before you set out, be sure to gear up with all of the proper safety equipment and any custom motorcycle parts that will make your trip more enjoyable. If you don’t want to worry about towing your motorcycle to your starting destination, find a place to rent one in the area. Whatever you do, don’t set aside your passion for riding during the winter months-consider the season a reason to have an adventure!

Christine Harrell
http://www.articlesbase.com/motorcycles-articles/top-5-wintertime-motorcycle-tours-65325.html

Is scuba gear cheaper to buy in Dahab than in London?

Posted on Nov 16, 2009 under Scuba Gear | 3 Comments

We’re going to Dahab to do our open water and advanced courses. Is it cheaper to get a get a mask and snorkel in London, or wait to get it in Dahab?

You’ll need fins too. I’d purchase them prior to going, personally. You shouldn’t be all about saving money, you should be all about getting the best you can reasonably afford and what fits best. That gear doesn’t take up that much space in luggage and there won’t be any surprises when you get there, since preferably, you’ve already tried it out in a local pool.

Adventure Tourism in India

Posted on Nov 16, 2009 under Scuba Gear | 6 Comments

Today, India invites adventure lovers from all across the world. The varied topography and the climate in India give rise to a number of exciting adventure sports. Over the years, the scope of adventure tourism in India has only increased as well as the popularity of these sports with tourists. Whether you are looking for soft adventure sports or want to go for some extreme sports options, Indian tourism offers opportunities for all abilities. Adventure sports like river rafting, rock climbing, mountaineering, trekking, skiing, snow climbing, scuba diving and angling have now become an essential part of tourism in India. The best part about these high-adrenaline activities is that you have a good variety of locations to enjoy them. Wildlife tourism in India also gives you many options of enjoying adventure in the form of wildlife safaris.

As adventure tourism grows more and more in India, options are made available for tourists to get top quality adventure gear. New shoOps and centres are opening up each day to assist tourists and to help adventure tourism grow even more. For tourists, there are short adventure courses also available at different places across the country. Many of these centre are run and maintained by the state governments of India.

The trans-Himalayan region of Ladakh (Jammu & Kashmir) offers a number of adventure sports for adventure lovers in India, contributing a lot towards the state tourism. Jeep safari in Ladakh is one of the most liked and done adventure sports for tourists. Ladakh tourism also offers some of the most wonderful treks in the Nubra Valley and the Markha Valley. Wildlife safari and camping are also much popular with tourists coming to Ladakh.

The Garhwal and Kumaon region of the Northern Himalayas has huge India adventure tourism potential. Most of the adventure tourism in India owes its credit to this region of the Himalayas. To enjoy adventure sports including river rafting, mountaineering and rock climbing, one can easily head to the state of Uttarakhand. The state is blessed with bountiful supplies of nature and offers a number of exciting adventure sports. Trekking, river rafting, camping, wildlife safari and angling are much liked adventure sports in the state.

The ranges of the northern Himalayas has contributed immensely towards Indian adventure tourism. These ranges have always been and are some of the best places to indulge in a variety of adventure sports in India. There are a variety of scenic locales available in these areas adding much to your experience. For example, you can enjoy trekking in mountain villages, valleys, meadows and around rivers and lakes. There are more options available. The sport of golfing, ice skating and skiing also adds to the Indian tourism potential.

Travellers can also head towards the Thar Desert in Rajasthan to experience the thrills of India adventure tourism. The state tourism of Rajasthan is taking good care of the adventure tourism here. A jeep safari across the expansive Thar Desert and up to the dunes can bring back memories of the glorious past. There are areas from where once passed the merchants along the trade route. Undertaking a jeep safari across the desert, camping in the Thar, visiting desert villages and interacting with locals will only make your adventure experience richer.

Tourism in India provides a number of other Indian adventure sports options. Just be determined and loose yourself free amid the surroundings and find out what adventure tourism in India has in store for you. Experiencing adventure sports in India will become the epic adventure of your life.

Obaidul Haque
http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/adventure-tourism-in-india-685995.html

Is there something to help breath under water besides scuba gear and a snorkal?

Posted on Nov 12, 2009 under Scuba Gear | 2 Comments

because i once saw a underwater show and they kept sticking this thing in their mouth to help them breath, is that possible to buy? or is it crazy expensive and not for sale for just people who want it?!?

By your description, I think you mean what is called a Spare Air.
Check the link below for more information.

http://www.spareair.com/product/models.htm

As far as purchasing one, the last I checked they ran about $300.00.
Our store http://www.visibilityunlimited.com used to sell them but because of the high cost, not too many people were interested enough in them,
You can buy them but in order to fill them with breathing air, you would need to be certified in scuba diving.
If what you are talking about is not related to a spare air, then it is probably a Scuba Regulator.

http://www.visibilityunlimited.com/page/scuba/CTGY/Scuba-Regulators-Octopus

The regulator can, again be bought without a Scuba certification but since the scuba cylinder that it attaches to needs to be filled with air, you would need to show a scuba certification card before it could be filled.

The spare air only lasts about 30 breaths at the surface. The amount of breaths is shortened the deeper you go underwater,
At 33 foot of depth the number of breaths go down to 15.

How can I convince my family that dressing in scuba gear is ok?

Posted on Nov 07, 2009 under Scuba Gear | 5 Comments


Flood the house.

Finding Your Love of Life in the Internet: a Comprehensive Guide to Online Dating

Posted on Nov 05, 2009 under Scuba Gear | No Comment