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In June's Field Report, we discover how the Manta Trust is fighting to protect the ocean's most graceful acrobats from a desvastating fall.
A massive thanks to all divers and shark advocates for signing the Give Sharks a Fighting Chance petition and playing a big part in our campaign to protect sharks. April's Big Shark Shout Out 2012 ended with a very loud and clear message to global policy makers that 100,972 SCUBA divers and shark advocates are demanding effective and enforceable shark protection measures.
Whether you are staying in town or heading abroad for a summer of diving, keep PADI in your pocket…literally. Download the PADI App to stay connected to your local PADI Dive Center or Resort, get the latest scuba news and to flash your new PADI eCard™ from your mobile device.
You know those “Swim with the Dolphins” excursions they offer at touristy beach resorts? Well, this dolphin experience is exactly the opposite. Your teen will search for these playful and intelligent creatures in Belize’s stunning offshore cayes and other dolphin hot spots. They’re out there. And so is the exhilarating rush that often accompanies the experience of observing dolphins in their natural habitats. This trek is hands-on, expert-led field research that will assist the Belizean Oceanic Society in their ongoing quest to protect these big-brained creatures and create a marine sanctuary. Receive 10% off your teen’s Belize Dolphin Studies Program when you book by June 1, 2012.
7 Nights and 6 Days of 2-tank boat diving based on double occupancy • Accommodation for 7 nights in a standard room based on double occupancy. • 6 Days of 2-tank boat diving, including use of tanks, air, weights, belt and locker. • Roundtrip airport-hotel transfers. • Taxes and resort fees as applicable to package inclusions. Additional:
The Northern Pacific Region of Costa Rica is known for its’ Diving and many Adventure Tours. Begin with 3 Days of 2-Tank Boat Dives, a Canopy Tour, Horseback Riding, and an Exotic Mud Bath as part of the Mega Tour from Ocotal Beach Resort. Continue on in the Arenal Volcano area, and choose 2 tours to add to your Adventure. Choices Include: River Rafting Hanging Bridges & Cloud Forest Tour Hot Springs & Arenal Volcano Hike. Package Includes: 1 FREE Night at Ocotal Dive Resort 1 FREE Day of 2-Tank Boat Diving 8 Nights and 9 Days total lodging Daily breakfast, All transfers 13.4% Hotel tax Cost is only $1,695 per person, (based upon double occupancy)
TOP FEATURES:›› Wrapture harness system holds tank close and parallel to the body for comfortable carrying ›› Traditional power inflator replaced by one-touch i3 Control system ›› GripLock tank band uses a unique, finger-friendly buckle for faster setup ›› Wraparound air cell includes a retraction system for improved streamliningBOTTOM LINE: A high-performance ride, the Axiom i3’s excellent harness system makes it a great choice for anyone sensitive to tank weight.
In this 17 day trip, your teen will dive down into the southern Caribbean paradise of Bonaire and learn the art of underwater photography. With over 27 dives, they will sharpen their basic photography skills and get to experiment with specialized lighting and editing techniques in and out of the water. They will return home with a professional portfolio of stunning images, and can receive school credit for their achievements. Receive $500 off your teen’s Bonaire Underwater Photography program when you enroll by May 21, 2012.
Tanya G. Burnett, 44, is an underwater photographer based in West Palm Beach, Florida, who has been shooting professionally since 1995.
We'e got a bevy of images that prove eastern Indonesia can be a paradise for amateur shooters as well as pro photographers. Hear from the pros and see beautiful images they created in our series of photo galleries and interviews.
Tanya G. Burnett, 44, is an underwater photographer based in West Palm Beach, Florida, who has been shooting professionally since 1995. A frequent contributor to Sport Diver, she is the magazine’s field editor and leads private photo instructional trips all over the world. Here are a few tips from her numerous trips to Indonesia; learn more about Burnett's work at islandexposure.us.Sport Diver: What’s the most important dive skill for aspiring underwater photographers?
Legendary authors and shooters Maurine Shimlock and Burt Jones (pictured in Luang Prabang, Laos) share a few of their Indo favorites. They use Nikon cameras, SubAl housings and Sea & Sea and Inon strobes. Read Sport Diver's interview with Maurine here.
Flying through the blue at speeds far faster than you can kick with virtually no effort, a scooter dive might be the most fun you can have underwater. Here are two cool machines that can help you achieve scuba speed thrills — see the July 2012 issue of Sport Diver for four more.Pegasus Thruster-Mounted to the diver’s tank, so hands remain free-Can be rigged in pairs for greater speed and power-Compact design creates minimal drag and only five pounds negative buoyancy-Made from anodized aluminum and depth rated to 400 feet and tested to 250 feet
Dive into the exciting depths of Beqa lagoon with pristine reefs and famous shark encounters. Feel the warmth lounging poolside or unwind with a massage at the beachfront LALI Spa. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights air conditioned Fijian Bure ∙ 5 days of 2-tank boat dives ∙ Unlimited shore diving ∙ 3 gourmet meals daily ∙ Kayaking, hiking, Fijian culture, and entertainment ∙ Roundtrip airport transfers ∙ Hotel tax and service charges Valid through 3/13/13
Get 1080P HD video and 8MP stills in this tiny camera and housing package. At just 5.5 x 3 inches (including housing controls and lens port) this system is easy to maneuver underwater. The camera’s bright, two-inch LCD screen is clearly visible through the housing. Adapters available for the attachment of wide angle and macro accessory lenses. Includes a removable UR/Pro color correcting filter for sunny conditions. Add the optional Pro-V8 LED Video Lite to bring out the most color in all environments.JVC Picsio GC-FM1 Features:
Perfect under any wetsuit for increased comfort or on their own for protection against the sun's rays or a cool wind. These rashguards are cut with a T-shirt fit. Men's rashguards run large. We recommend one size down from your normal T-shirt size. Women's rashguards are true to size.Features:- High quality 6.5oz stretch fabric with quick drying characteristics- 50+ UV rated protection- Flat seam construction- Smart looking logo on front and back
The Compact Video housing is the ultimate in convenience, affordability and durability for your Flip video camera. Easy open latch and drop-in camera loading make set up a breeze. Simple sophistication and a full range of accessories provide professional quality without the price.A UR/Pro color correcting filter is included with each housing for true colors in shallow, sunny conditions. Add a Pro-V8 LED video lite for best results in all shooting scenarios.Features:- Less than 1lb (0.45kg) above water
A specially designed lens combines the power of three 5-watt LEDs to form a shockingly bright spot beam. Many divers prefer the more natural looking light of white LEDs over the yellowish cast of standard incandescent bulbs. The light runs cool and can be used for extended periods of time above water--making it the perfect choice for every adventure. When the batteries are nearly drained, the light continues to emit a lower intensity output for hours or even days--long after incandescent lights have quit.
The ULTRAcompact Digital Housing is the ultimate in convenience, affordability and durability for your point-and-shoot system. Each model is designed with and underwater photographer’s needs in mind and built to last. Easy open latch and drop-in camera loading make set up a breeze. Simple sophistication and a full range of accessories provide professional quality without the price.
Turn one on and you’ll see the difference: Ikelite PC series LED lites are the brightest in their class. Plus Ikelite LED lites contain sophisticated circuitry and heat sink technology to ensure that they STAY bright throughout lifetime. They run cool and can be used for extended periods of time above water—making them the perfect choice for every adventure. When the batteries are drained, the LED lites continue to emit a lower intensity output for hours or even days—long after incandescent lights have quit.
The Substrobe DS160 has quickly made its mark becoming the new favorite of underwater photographers world-over. Enjoy warm, beautiful coverage and lightning fast recycle times. A built-in LED focus light automatically turns off and on when the strobe fires. TTL plus 10 manual power settings provide complete creative control.Compatible with a variety of camera systems in both Ikelite housings and other manufacturers’.Features:- 2.75 lb (1.3kg)- 300ft (90m) depth rating- 160 watt-sec power
Light is the most important contribution to underwater video. The Pro-V8 LED is the easiest and most affordable way to add valuable light to your system. Three super-bright LEDs are arranged behind a special optical lens to give an exceptionally even 45° beam completely free of hot spots. The color temperature is daylight balanced for warm, beautiful tones with or without color filter.
Capture more of the scene by adding the Ikelite W-20 Wide-Angle Conversion lens to your digital still or video housing. Enjoy increased clarity and enhanced color that result from widening your camera lens' angle of coverage and getting closer to your subject. The Ikelite W-20 can be removed and replaced while underwater for maximum versatility. Includes protective caps, soft pouch, lens cleaning cloth and silicone lubricant.Features:- 200ft (60m) depth rating- Optical glass- 0.56x magnification
Ikelite SLR-DC housings offer top-of-the-line professional grade features in a contoured, durable and corrosion free case. A clear view of the camera and o-ring seals is an added advantage during both assembly and operation. Thoughtfully placed controls put important camera functions at your fingertips. Lens ports are available to accommodate most popular lenses, sold separately.
Compact Digital housings are available for the more sophisticated “pro-sumer” digital point-and-shoot cameras from popular manufactuers. These durable housings are molded of crystal clear polycarbonate for corrosion free operation up to a depth of 200ft (60m). For cameras that feature a hotshoe we incorporate special TTL conversion circuitry into the housing. This allows the camera to communicate with any current model Ikelite Digital Substrobe. The camera controls the Digital Substrobe's output resulting in effortlessly perfect exposure.
The Compact Video housing is the ultimate in convenience, affordability and durability for your Kodak digital video camera. Easy open latch and drop-in camera loading make set up a breeze. Simple sophistication and a full range of accessories provide professional quality without the price.A UR/Pro color correcting filter is included with each housing for true colors in shallow, sunny conditions. Add a Pro-V8 LED video lite for best results in all shooting scenarios.Features:- Less than 1lb (0.45kg) above water
The super intense 10V-quartz halogen lamp shines emits and extremely bright penetrating medium spot beam with good peripheral coverage for exploration night or day.Features:- 14 watt halogen lamp- 8 “C” cell batteries- 5.5 hour burn time- 300ft (90m) depth rating
The ULTRAcompact digital housing for the Coolpix L22 really delivers when performance and durability matter. This housing is built to last and backed by Ikelite’s long-standing reputation for excellence. This combination is small enough to fit in your BCD pocket at only 6” wide and 4.4” high. A complete line of accessories including the AF35 AutoFlash strobe system, color correcting filters and wide angle lens options turn his into a powerful little system.
The PC Series features a unique clamp system for ease in opening and closing. Special halogen lamps produces incredible intensity and an excellent beam pattern. Standard PR style bulb base allows for emergency replacement worldwide with bulbs available everywhere. Designed to be tucked away inside of your BCD pocket so you can carry them with you on every dive.Features:- 7.2 watt high intensity bulb- 300ft (90m) depth rating- PC provides 4 hour burn time on 4 “C” cells
You know those “Swim with the Dolphins” excursions they offer at touristy beach resorts? Well, this dolphin experience is exactly the opposite. Your teen will search for these playful and intelligent creatures in Belize’s stunning offshore cayes and other dolphin hot spots. They’re out there. And so is the exhilarating rush that often accompanies the experience of observing dolphins in their natural habitats. This trek is hands-on, expert-led field research that will assist the Belizean Oceanic Society in their ongoing quest to protect these big-brained creatures and create a marine sanctuary. Receive 10% off your teen’s Belize Dolphin Studies Program when you book by June 1, 2012.
7 Nights and 6 Days of 2-tank boat diving based on double occupancy • Accommodation for 7 nights in a standard room based on double occupancy. • 6 Days of 2-tank boat diving, including use of tanks, air, weights, belt and locker. • Roundtrip airport-hotel transfers. • Taxes and resort fees as applicable to package inclusions. Additional:
The Northern Pacific Region of Costa Rica is known for its’ Diving and many Adventure Tours. Begin with 3 Days of 2-Tank Boat Dives, a Canopy Tour, Horseback Riding, and an Exotic Mud Bath as part of the Mega Tour from Ocotal Beach Resort. Continue on in the Arenal Volcano area, and choose 2 tours to add to your Adventure. Choices Include: River Rafting Hanging Bridges & Cloud Forest Tour Hot Springs & Arenal Volcano Hike. Package Includes: 1 FREE Night at Ocotal Dive Resort 1 FREE Day of 2-Tank Boat Diving 8 Nights and 9 Days total lodging Daily breakfast, All transfers 13.4% Hotel tax Cost is only $1,695 per person, (based upon double occupancy)
In this 17 day trip, your teen will dive down into the southern Caribbean paradise of Bonaire and learn the art of underwater photography. With over 27 dives, they will sharpen their basic photography skills and get to experiment with specialized lighting and editing techniques in and out of the water. They will return home with a professional portfolio of stunning images, and can receive school credit for their achievements. Receive $500 off your teen’s Bonaire Underwater Photography program when you enroll by May 21, 2012.
We'e got a bevy of images that prove eastern Indonesia can be a paradise for amateur shooters as well as pro photographers. Hear from the pros and see beautiful images they created in our series of photo galleries and interviews.
Tanya G. Burnett, 44, is an underwater photographer based in West Palm Beach, Florida, who has been shooting professionally since 1995. A frequent contributor to Sport Diver, she is the magazine’s field editor and leads private photo instructional trips all over the world. Here are a few tips from her numerous trips to Indonesia; learn more about Burnett's work at islandexposure.us.Sport Diver: What’s the most important dive skill for aspiring underwater photographers?
Dive into the exciting depths of Beqa lagoon with pristine reefs and famous shark encounters. Feel the warmth lounging poolside or unwind with a massage at the beachfront LALI Spa. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights air conditioned Fijian Bure ∙ 5 days of 2-tank boat dives ∙ Unlimited shore diving ∙ 3 gourmet meals daily ∙ Kayaking, hiking, Fijian culture, and entertainment ∙ Roundtrip airport transfers ∙ Hotel tax and service charges Valid through 3/13/13
This charming hideaway faces the Caribbean Sea, just across the main street with 98 comfortable rooms and eight deluxe cabanas. Surrounded by exotic gardens, the restaurant, bars and pool area invite you to relax and be enchanted by the unique Cozumel sunset. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights accommodations ∙ 5 days of 2-tank boat dives ∙ Shore diving on boat dive days ∙ Welcome cocktail ∙ Roundtrip airport transfers ∙ Hotel tax and service charges Valid 8/16/12-12/23/12
Experience Bonaire with Buddy Dive Resort, a resort where you can dive, take part in a multitude of activities, or just sit back and relax by one of the pools or in the comfort of your room or fully equipped apartment. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights accommodations ∙ 6 days of 1-tank boat dives ∙ Unlimited shore diving ∙ Free Nitrox ∙ Welcome drink ∙ Daily breakfast buffet ∙ Managers Rum Punch Party ∙ 7 days vehicle rental including taxes ∙ Airport transfer ∙ Hotel tax and service charge
Bequia Dive Adventures is a full service dive center conveniently located along the harbor walk in Belmont, a short walk to downtown Port Elizabeth and a few steps from numerous excellent guest houses, small hotels and restaurants. Their instructors teach divers of all levels, from new divers interested in PADI and SSI training to experienced divers with special requirements. Visit www.bequiadiveadventures.com.
One of the highlight from my recent trip to Lembeh, Indonesia, was recently discovered Green Hairy Shrimp (not sure it's a variation Phycocaris sp. or completely new species). These are no bigger then a grain of rice and some of them are more smaller!This is a short video I put together from footage of different colour variations of hairy shrimp.Filmed by EunJae Im.Canon 7D, 100mm, SubSee +5/10, SOLA lights, SmallHD DP4 field monitor, Nauticam housing, XIT404 tripod.Special thanks to NAD Lembeh Resort. http://nad-lembeh.comhttp://ejlabs.net
The Curaçao wreck is beautifully encrusted with coral — and is home to a host of critters
Regal Beach Club, Grand Cayman and Red Sail Sports offer a combination of living and diving amenities along Grand Cayman’s popular Seven Mile Beach. For the Spring-Summer-Fall period of 2012 your 1,400-square-foot (126 sq m), two-bedroom, ground-floor condominium accommodates four to six people. The spacious unit is only 120 steps away from dive operator Red Sail Sports and closer to the beautiful Caribbean. Two pools are right outside your screened porch. On-site resort amenities include a tennis court, gas barbecue grill, off-street parking and full-time front desk and security. Also, a free Magic Jack telephone, which allows free calls to and from the United States plus Wi-Fi wireless Internet.
You know those “Swim with the Dolphins” excursions they offer at touristy beach resorts? Well, this dolphin experience is exactly the opposite. Your teen will search for these playful and intelligent creatures in Belize’s stunning offshore cayes and other dolphin hot spots. They’re out there. And so is the exhilarating rush that often accompanies the experience of observing dolphins in their natural habitats. This trek is hands-on, expert-led field research that will assist the Belizean Oceanic Society in their ongoing quest to protect these big-brained creatures and create a marine sanctuary. Receive 10% off your teen’s Belize Dolphin Studies Program when you book by June 1, 2012.
7 Nights and 6 Days of 2-tank boat diving based on double occupancy • Accommodation for 7 nights in a standard room based on double occupancy. • 6 Days of 2-tank boat diving, including use of tanks, air, weights, belt and locker. • Roundtrip airport-hotel transfers. • Taxes and resort fees as applicable to package inclusions. Additional:
The Northern Pacific Region of Costa Rica is known for its’ Diving and many Adventure Tours. Begin with 3 Days of 2-Tank Boat Dives, a Canopy Tour, Horseback Riding, and an Exotic Mud Bath as part of the Mega Tour from Ocotal Beach Resort. Continue on in the Arenal Volcano area, and choose 2 tours to add to your Adventure. Choices Include: River Rafting Hanging Bridges & Cloud Forest Tour Hot Springs & Arenal Volcano Hike. Package Includes: 1 FREE Night at Ocotal Dive Resort 1 FREE Day of 2-Tank Boat Diving 8 Nights and 9 Days total lodging Daily breakfast, All transfers 13.4% Hotel tax Cost is only $1,695 per person, (based upon double occupancy)
In this 17 day trip, your teen will dive down into the southern Caribbean paradise of Bonaire and learn the art of underwater photography. With over 27 dives, they will sharpen their basic photography skills and get to experiment with specialized lighting and editing techniques in and out of the water. They will return home with a professional portfolio of stunning images, and can receive school credit for their achievements. Receive $500 off your teen’s Bonaire Underwater Photography program when you enroll by May 21, 2012.
Dive into the exciting depths of Beqa lagoon with pristine reefs and famous shark encounters. Feel the warmth lounging poolside or unwind with a massage at the beachfront LALI Spa. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights air conditioned Fijian Bure ∙ 5 days of 2-tank boat dives ∙ Unlimited shore diving ∙ 3 gourmet meals daily ∙ Kayaking, hiking, Fijian culture, and entertainment ∙ Roundtrip airport transfers ∙ Hotel tax and service charges Valid through 3/13/13
This charming hideaway faces the Caribbean Sea, just across the main street with 98 comfortable rooms and eight deluxe cabanas. Surrounded by exotic gardens, the restaurant, bars and pool area invite you to relax and be enchanted by the unique Cozumel sunset. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights accommodations ∙ 5 days of 2-tank boat dives ∙ Shore diving on boat dive days ∙ Welcome cocktail ∙ Roundtrip airport transfers ∙ Hotel tax and service charges Valid 8/16/12-12/23/12
Experience Bonaire with Buddy Dive Resort, a resort where you can dive, take part in a multitude of activities, or just sit back and relax by one of the pools or in the comfort of your room or fully equipped apartment. Package includes: ∙ 7 nights accommodations ∙ 6 days of 1-tank boat dives ∙ Unlimited shore diving ∙ Free Nitrox ∙ Welcome drink ∙ Daily breakfast buffet ∙ Managers Rum Punch Party ∙ 7 days vehicle rental including taxes ∙ Airport transfer ∙ Hotel tax and service charge
Bequia Dive Adventures is a full service dive center conveniently located along the harbor walk in Belmont, a short walk to downtown Port Elizabeth and a few steps from numerous excellent guest houses, small hotels and restaurants. Their instructors teach divers of all levels, from new divers interested in PADI and SSI training to experienced divers with special requirements. Visit www.bequiadiveadventures.com.
Regal Beach Club, Grand Cayman and Red Sail Sports offer a combination of living and diving amenities along Grand Cayman’s popular Seven Mile Beach. For the Spring-Summer-Fall period of 2012 your 1,400-square-foot (126 sq m), two-bedroom, ground-floor condominium accommodates four to six people. The spacious unit is only 120 steps away from dive operator Red Sail Sports and closer to the beautiful Caribbean. Two pools are right outside your screened porch. On-site resort amenities include a tennis court, gas barbecue grill, off-street parking and full-time front desk and security. Also, a free Magic Jack telephone, which allows free calls to and from the United States plus Wi-Fi wireless Internet.
Turquoise Bay Dive & Beach Resort $749 each, double occupancy Travel July 28 - Dec 22
$1200 per person, double occupancy + 20% VAT 8 Nights, breakfast, 10 dives, free upgrade if possible
Book by May 31 & Save 40% On Nightly Rates Travel thru Dec 23!
Come and stay at Paradise, Tavenuni, one of the best places in all of Fiji. Wonderful hosts, great accommodations, top notch diving--just impeccable!
Koro Sun Resort Fiji's Underwater Paradise $1790 per person Until Jan 15, 2013!
Less than 2 hours drive from Nadi Airport, Waidroka Bay Resort is located on Fiji’s famous Coral Coast and offers natures very best, both above and below the water. Boasting a fleet of five boats, the resort combines the absolute best of water sports with pure relaxation in Fiji’s friendly culture. Dive the world-famous shark dive or enjoy Bega Lagoon, Figates Walls, Cakau Lekaleka Pinnacle.
In June's Field Report, we discover how the Manta Trust is fighting to protect the ocean's most graceful acrobats from a desvastating fall.
Tanya G. Burnett, 44, is an underwater photographer based in West Palm Beach, Florida, who has been shooting professionally since 1995.
We'e got a bevy of images that prove eastern Indonesia can be a paradise for amateur shooters as well as pro photographers. Hear from the pros and see beautiful images they created in our series of photo galleries and interviews.
A diver visits the Florida Keys to learn more about a sunken Mogul emperor's treasure off the coast of Key Largo.
Technical diving has always seemed a bit out of reach for me — too complicated, too difficult, too risky. But my mind has been seriously changed thanks to PADI’s recent Tec Xplor Days, a series of three events offering divers the chance to sample the latest in tec diving gear and rebreather technology in a safe, controlled — and free — environment.
You’re seriously itching for some bottom time, and you need it right now — this weekend. So where can you go to get wet in a hurry? For many, the answer is as close as your workday commute. Only a few hours from the US mainland, easy weekend dive trips await in renowned scuba diving destinations like the Bahamas, Hawaii, Cozumel, Bermuda and Puerto Rico. Book your ticket now, and come Monday, it’ll be all right — we promise.
With cell phones, computers, and video games offering a continuous source of distraction, spending quality time with your family is harder than ever these days. Thankfully, dive vacations where you can literally immerse your clan in the wonders of the natural world provide one of the greatest ways to reconnect. Here are six of our favorite destinations for the ultimate family dive trip.
The Western coast of Grand Cayman is home to some of the more famous scuba diving vacation spots in the Caribbean. Yet the newest attraction on the west coast may be the most intriguing: the Kittiwake.
Sunken U.S. Navy destroyer offers hot new Mid-Atlantic scuba-diving destination
Sport Diver readers improve their underwater photography skills during our latest "On Assignment" event
A family-friendly gem in the Bay Islands, Laguna Beach Resort on Utila has everything you could want from a dive resort, along with plenty of attractions for nondiving — or not-yet-diving — partners and kids to enjoy too.
Built over the bay in the heart of Utila Town, rustic Utila Lodge dive resort is home to the Bay Islands College of Diving and the Whale Shark and Oceanic Research Center, perfect for adventurous divers with a passion for the environment.
Naturalists Ned and Anna DeLoach offer tips for spotting the reef’s most elusive sea creatures
From shy seahorses to freaky frogfish, here are some quick tips for finding five stealthy species of marine life.
One of the highlight from my recent trip to Lembeh, Indonesia, was recently discovered Green Hairy Shrimp (not sure it's a variation Phycocaris sp. or completely new species). These are no bigger then a grain of rice and some of them are more smaller!This is a short video I put together from footage of different colour variations of hairy shrimp.Filmed by EunJae Im.Canon 7D, 100mm, SubSee +5/10, SOLA lights, SmallHD DP4 field monitor, Nauticam housing, XIT404 tripod.Special thanks to NAD Lembeh Resort. http://nad-lembeh.comhttp://ejlabs.net
Get power and flexibility with these kickers
The 2011 PADI Sea the Change Conservation contest encouraged both divers and nondivers to grab -video cameras and document their underwater conservation and protection efforts. PADI Divemaster and Diving Society member Seth Greenspan, who is based in New York City, won the first-annual contest for his submission, Documenting -Global Coral Reef Restoration. Greenspan’s video, which details the global decline in healthy coral reefs, as well as several creative international restoration projects, netted him $5,000 for his efforts.
This powerful full-foot fin is purpose-built for free diving
Ultra-snug and ultra-warm, these tough gloves use a new-generation neoprene
U-T-C’s U-D-I, is an underwater communications tool, safety device and dive computer, all rolled into one wrist-mount unit that seamlessly connects you to the boat unit. The U-D-I offers three emergency signals: the “S-O-S” alerts other U-D-I-equipped divers if you’re in distress. If you suspect your buddy is in trouble, you can send a ...
Supple and comfortable, this mask can fit a wide range of divers
This unique suit is designed to eliminate the chill divers feel in cold water
This data cruncher offers a lot of computing power in an ultra-compact package You won’t find a more compact console-style air-integrated dive computer than Subgear’s X-P-H. Measuring just over two inches in diameter and weighing a featherlight five ounces, this single-gas data cruncher is an ...
This suit is among the best of the new crop of compressed neoprene drysuits
Watch these videos of diving off Tobago's northern and southern coasts for travel ideas on your Caribbean dive vacation. Sport Diver editor-in-chief Eric Michael offers his expert travel reviews of the world-class diving, including his best picks for the dive sites you have to see while visiting Tobago. Also find amazing culture, beautiful scenery, great beaches and more for your ideal island getawayJoin the festival of underwater explorationJuly 22nd – 29th, 2012Visit our website for more details:www.tobagounderwatercarnival.com
Divers have an intimate connection to our equipment. But the history, evolution and hidden inner workings of many integral pieces of our collective kit might be a mystery to many of us. Check out these 13 curious details, historical head-scratchers and surprising facts, including why dive watches glow and what the heck is the “Bends-O-Matic?”
Don’t miss your chance to witness and shape the future of rebreather diving on 18-20 May 2012 at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, Florida, USA. Rebreather Forum 3 (RF3) is a three day event that includes everything from try dives on cutting edge rebreather units as well as thought provoking and informational seminars.
We’ve got predive and postdive steps to keep your BC in top-notch working conditionIf you want to extend the life of your BC for years to come, follow our maintenance tips:Predive
A diver’s first line of defense against the ocean environment is the exposure protection suit - wetsuits and drysuits. But do you know what neoprene is made from, or what our forefathers used to stay warm underwater? Check out these five surprising facts.
A real diver never stops learning and growing. Here are 10 bits of gold from PADI dive professionals for honing your skills, improving your performance and having more fun down below.
The newly released AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Distinctive Specialty Course will turn you into an advocate for shark conservation. A course for both divers and non-divers alike, you’ll learn all about the world’s most vulnerable shark species and how to protect them. What will you discover during the AWARE Shark Conservation program? • The value of sharks to marine ecosystems and economies.• Major threats pushing many shark species close to extinction.• What is missing in current shark fisheries management.
Technical diving has always seemed a bit out of reach for me — too complicated, too difficult, too risky. But my mind has been seriously changed thanks to PADI’s recent Tec Xplor Days, a series of three events offering divers the chance to sample the latest in tec diving gear and rebreather technology in a safe, controlled — and free — environment.
Are your underwater navigation skills a bit rusty? Check out these helpful tips for finding your way back to the boat or beach with ease.
Shore diving offers the ultimate in freedom: no schedule to keep, no divemaster to follow and no boat to catch. However, with that freedom comes responsibility, and these five diving tips provide expert advice on making effortless entries and exits from any beach.
Operators now offering PADI lionfish specialty course and local culling license
Starting in 2012, the Siren live-aboard fleet will offer guests PADI rebreather scuba courses
During the Big Shark Shout Out 15 – 23 October, we’ll rally to protect sharks before it’s too late. Global divers like you are part of a collective, valuable voice that can help make change for the shark species threatened with extinction. What will you do during the Big Shark Shout Out?1. Sign and collect signatures for two vital petitions: the Shark Alliance UnFinished Business petition to close loopholes in the EU Finning Ban and Project AWARE’s Give Sharks a Chance petition.
Tips for finding the scuba regulator that best suits your diving needs — and style.
PADI awards Alexandra Swanson a trip to Great Barrier Reef aboard the MV Spirit of Freedom for her scuba diving certification
The PADI App, recently featured on CBSNews.com is gaining popularity as one of the hottest new options in scuba technology.
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