How much does a full set of scuba gear cost?
this summer, i am going to be getting my divers certification (knock on wood) and i am considering buying some of the gear, so i can go more often. What gear would i need? and how much would it cost in all? what about second hand gear? Thanks in advance!
all depends on what you want, or how often you want to use it. you can start out with a entry level setup for as little as $300, but you get what you pay for. since this is your life support system in an environment that can and will kill you if you screw up in the wrong way, why skimp? i have seen tech rigs with re-breathers that go for 6 to 7 grand. look for packages at your local dealer, or buy online, i have included pages for for the one i listed above. good luck, and enjoy.
For most classes, you will need to own a mask, fins, snorkel, and boots (depending on the fins). For scuba quality items, these will cost $250 to $1,000 depending on how fancy you get.
From there, it will depend on what type of diving you do. For a warm water set-up, you can spend another $1,200 to $1,500 on a wetsuit, BCD, and regulator. For a cold water set-up, you can spend $3,000 on a drysuit, BCD, and regulator.
Fit and maintenance means everything in scuba diving. Make sure you can try on all of the gear before buying it. Can you dive it once or twice and still exhange it for something else? If you go with second hand gear, has it been properly maintained? You might get the regulator at half-price, but then spend the other half having it rehabbed.
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all depends on what you want, or how often you want to use it. you can start out with a entry level setup for as little as $300, but you get what you pay for. since this is your life support system in an environment that can and will kill you if you screw up in the wrong way, why skimp? i have seen tech rigs with re-breathers that go for 6 to 7 grand. look for packages at your local dealer, or buy online, i have included pages for for the one i listed above. good luck, and enjoy.
References :
padi master diver/rescue squad dive team
http://www.scuba.com/shop/Packages.asp_Type_WarmWater_Package_PGP