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IST Sports T120 Mini Sol Rechargeable LED Torch
We’ve got the very best in “come-get-me” gear that’s on the market today, plus tips on how to use them. 
aquabionic warp 1 fin
The aquabionic warp1 fin actively changes size and shape using Water Adapting Responsive Propulsion — or warp — technology to provide efficiency for any strength or style of kick. 
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BARE Velocity 5mm Wetsuit
Stretch panels are placed in specific performance zones in the suit and then double-glued with BARE’s Secure-Lock construction. A 360-degree Glideskin neck seal and internal skin-in flip seals at midforearm and midcalf help reduce water entry.
Apeks Black Ice
Designed for the advanced diver, this tough BC includes the Wrapture Harness System, Surelock II integrated-weight system, a dump valve in each corner, plus lots of D-rings and other features no serious diver can do without. 
Atomic Aquatics T3
This caviar-class titanium reg continues to set the bar for cutting-edge features and superb breathing performance. The T3 comes with lighter component parts and a new three-year, 300-dive service-interval lifetime warranty, plus a deluxe padded travel bag.
SeaLife DC1400 Maxx Duo
The DC1400 Maxx Duo combines a 14-megapixel camera, fisheye wide-angle lens, flash, video light and tray (and a host of accessories), so you’ll never get caught choosing between shooting cool video or photos again. 
Liquivision Lynx - Dive Computer
This new three-gas data-cruncher combines the high readability of a full-color, customizable OLED screen with wireless air integration, an intuitive navigation system that eschews buttons for a menu-based finger “tap” system, and so much more.
Spyderco Enuff Knife
The sheepfoot-style serrated blade is made of flat-ground VG-10 stainless steel, and has a blunt tip to reduce the chances of accidental puncture. The handle is textured with injection-molded FRN scales, so it’s easy to hold onto. 
Cressi Big Eyes Evolution mask
Leaky mask ruining your dives? We've got some tips to get and keep a great mask seal, plus a look at the best new dive masks on the market.
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Sport Diver Magazine
In keeping with Pelican’s long tradition of dependable dive lights, most Nemo Series lights feature a double o-ring seal design and submersible ratings of up to 100 meters underwater.  Engineered with the brightest and most efficient bulbs and LEDs, the lights are designed to offer maximum run time and visibility for extended underwater adventures.
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Sport Diver Magazine
Surface Interval Clothing introduces their newest design: the Certified Rescue Diver! A medic's staff surrounded by eels and beautiful full wings on the reverse show a rescue diver's true nature.
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dive light: Watershot Strykr
For recreational divers interested in a compact canister dive lights, this simple system stows a four-cell lithium-ion battery in an aluminum canister that’s only about 5 inches long.
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Sport Diver Magazine
Seasoft’s Stealth and Sunray booties are built with a hard sole that keeps a diver’s feet from moving up and down inside the foot pocket of their fins, one of a diver’s biggest causes of cramps.
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60 second gear
Seasoft Scuba’s tough DryPak keeps your clothes and towels from getting wet, but it also provides protection for sensitive electronics—including a removable padded laptop sleeve and a front pocket for keys, C-card, sunscreen and sunglasses. What makes this backpack so tough? Seasoft uses a polymer resin impregnated vinyl and RF-welded seams, a process that joins layers of fabric without stitching. The DryPak weighs in at only 2.7 pounds, so it’s perfect for packing what you need whether you’re on the boat, sightseeing, relaxing at the beach or on the plane.  
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60 second gear
In honor of free-diving Guinness World Record holder Carlos Coste, this limited edition Cenote series chronograph wristwatch from Oris is a collectible timepiece and truly unique. Water resistant up to 500 mm, it boasts a titanium case and a scratch-proof, ceramic top ring, making it one of the most resilient divers' watches on the market.
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the sun
Protect your skin from the sun during the summer season with this collection of diver-friendly sunscreen and sunwear.
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scuba equipment for traveling
Simplify your next diving vacation with this collection of travel-friendly scuba equipment
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The Dolphin Tech T110 canister light generates a super-bright light beam well suited for advanced diving or cave exploration. In ScubaLab testing, its three LEDs produced an intense 12-inch diameter hot spot, matching the brightest ScubaLab has ever tested. Surrounding the hot spot, a halo extends almost 4 feet in diameter, more than quadrupling the light's coverage area. Rugged, compact and housed in a durable, anodized aluminum-alloy body, this technical diving torch is well thought out. 
ScubaMax All MaxFlex Dry Gloves
 Keep your hands dry and warm!  This collection of gloves offers so many special features that makes them an excellent choice for high performance, dexterity and reliability. The Tatex dry seam seal and O-ring wrist seal prevent water entry while the MaxFlex CR rated Neoprene material provides incredible flexibility and comfort.    KEY FEATURES: ·Tatex dry seam seal prevents water inflow ·"O"-ring wrist seal prevents water flow from the wrist ·250% stretchable MaxFlex CR rated Neoprene gloves for best fit
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Body Glove Vapor Skin Boardshorts
It is Sprink Break time and we want you to hit the water in style. Whether you are out on a dive boat, or relaxing beach side the Body Glove Vapor Skin boardshorts are perfect for style and comfort. 
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Apeks WTX SeriesApeks, the company that produces the premiere line of technical regulators, offers you a premiere line of technical BCs. Presenting the WTX Series - a selection of harnesses, buoyancy cells and accessories that will certainly ...
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Apeks WTX SeriesApeks, the company that produces the premiere line of technical regulators, offers you a premiere line of technical BCs. Presenting the WTX Series - a selection of harnesses, buoyancy cells and accessories that will certainly ...
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Deluxe One-Piece Webbed HarnessThis simple, yet strong, harness can take the load of a fully rigged technical diver. It can be easily customized with the hardware of your choice. • 12' of solid 2" (5cm) webbing with center ...
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Latitude XLT &bull Weight release has been upgraded to the patented SureLock™ mechanism - NEW! • Expansion gusset along the lower perimeter provides additional lift - NEW! • Easy-to-use integrated Octo-Pocket (patent pending) - NEW! • The ...
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Airway Complete • High performance infl ator with excellent flow rates • Simple design makes for easy serviceability and dependability • Rugged housing with solid brass buttons • Elliptical hose for lower profi le and less drag • An internal ...
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Apeks WTX SeriesApeks, the company that produces the premiere line of technical regulators, offers you a premiere line of technical BCs. Presenting the WTX Series - a selection of harnesses, buoyancy cells and accessories that will certainly ...
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Apeks WTX SeriesApeks, the company that produces the premiere line of technical regulators, offers you a premiere line of technical BCs. Presenting the WTX Series - a selection of harnesses, buoyancy cells and accessories that will certainly ...
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Stainless Steel Back Plate The backbone of any system - this cleverly designed back plate can be used with the webbed harness or inserted into the WTX Harness. • Made of 316 stainless steel • Weighs approx 5 lbs (2.2 kg) • 4 each upper and lower ...
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Apeks WTX SeriesApeks, the company that produces the premiere line of technical regulators, offers you a premiere line of technical BCs. Presenting the WTX Series - a selection of harnesses, buoyancy cells and accessories that will certainly ...
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Pacifica This new BC for 2007, while economical, does not skimp on style and function. Look at all it has to offer: • Adjustable hook and loop waistband • Right shoulder pull dump • Two, large, secure utility pockets • Grommets for Deep See knife ...
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Gekko 2 operating modes (Air and Nitrox) Reduced Gradient Bubble Model (RGBM) Complete decompression stop data Simplified menu system for ease of use Temperature display 50 Hour Profile & Logbook memory Super bright phosphorescent ...
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• Compact 3 gauge analog console includes a depth gauge, a high-pressure gauge and a back-mounted compass. • Luminescent face is easy to read in dark or low visibility conditions. • Available in Black, Cobalt Blue. • 5000 psi pressure gauge ...
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PROMASTER AQUALAND CYBER AQUALAND Nx Professional Wrist Dive Computer NITROX FEATURES: O2 % Setting (22-50%) by 1% Increment Maximum PO2 Warning (1.6 Fixed) OTT (Oxygen Toxication Time) Calculation and Warning DIVE COMPUTER FEATURES: Full ...
Analogue console. Reef Saver® console design. Console hangs close to the body so that it doesn't drag or become entangled in reefs or structures. Horizontal console design can be scanned more quickly than vertical displays. No need to ...
Ultra-compact console: submersible-pressure gauge (P) and depth gauge (D). Boot: high-resistance shock-resistant soft elastomer. Dimensions: (l x h) 120 x 23 x 30 mm
The new IRIS (Infra-Red Interface System) infrared interface allows you to review and manage your dive data, completing your dive log with additional information and remarks. The software is a valid diver-training tool, thanks to the dive ...
3-in-1 Air/Nitrox Dive Computer. Reef Saver® designed console hangs close to the body so that it doesn't drag or become entangled in reefs or structures. Can be changed from basic air computer to nitrox computer to bottom timer and back ...
Super-compact console with submersible pressure gauge (P), depth gauge (D), compass (C). Ultra compact submersible pressure gauge, with max depth pointer. Professional compass with side and top readout. Boot: high shock-resistant soft elastomer. ...
Precision submersible pressure gauge, with metal case. CE type approved. HP hose according to CE specifications. 7/16" fitting.
Controlled by two mechanical buttons. Powered by two ordinary AAA alkaline batteries, easily obtained anywhere. Three operating modes: Air, Nitrox, Bottom timer, for recreational diving or for technical diving with special breathing mixes. Bottom ...
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Start Your Dive Career Off Right
A breakdown of the perfect dive gear for new divers looking to travel.
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10 Simple Strategies for Making the Best Purchase Possible1. Start at Your Local PADI Dive ShopThis is where to find the most trusted advice. Well-trained staff will know the local environment and can also advise on what you’ll need for travel. And there’s no substitute for getting fitted by an expert. 2. Look at What Your Instructor is Using
The Gear Primer: Smart Trends
Smart Trends: Four Advances in Dive Gear That You Should Know AboutTravel Gear: With lightweight regs, travel BCs and compact fins, it’s never been easier to pack more gear into less space — without impacting performance.Tec-Lite: The line between “tec” and “rec” is blurring, a good thing for recreational divers who want some of the capabilities — or just the bad-to-the-bone look — of technical gear.
Maximum enjoyment. That’s what we’re all looking for when we dive. And our equipment plays a huge part in that equation. A warmer wetsuit, a better-fitting mask, an easier-breathing reg, a more user-friendly computer — all of these things will contribute to your ultimate underwater joy. That’s why we’ve gathered 167 of the newest, most innovative and downright coolest products for 2011, and poured them into 72 gear-packed pages. Because we know what a big difference new gear can make to your scuba experience — and we’re here to help you do it right.
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Create A Solid Foundation.  A diver’s mask, fins and snorkel manage the fundamental aspects of sight, propulsion and surface breathing. This selection of the newest models available is equipped to handle any liquid application you can dream up. What You Need to Know:
 Masks, Fins and 
Snorkels
Related tags: Fins | Masks | Snorkels
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Full-face masks are an excellent choice for protection in cold water or when using communication systems. The Neptune Space uses a low-profile design, has a built-in surface air valve and comes with a high-performance, adjustable regulator. Shown with GSM G-Divers comm unit.CONTACT oceanreefgroup.com
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Incredibly supple, Liquidskin technology is up to 45 percent softer than standard silicone and creates a gentle yet secure seal against the skin. The X-Vu’s twin-lens design is also low profile and features quick-adjust two-button strap buckles to simplify the fitting process.CONTACT mares.com
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The Editor's Pick from Sport Diver's 2011 Mask Reviews: Cressi Eyes Evolution Crystal
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This classic twin-lens design is enhanced with smart engineering, boasting a low internal volume and squeeze-to-adjust strap buckles. Photographers will appreciate Atomic’s ultraclear-lens technology, which eliminates color distortions. CONTACT atomicaquatics.com
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By bonding the silicone skirt directly to the mask’s frame, IST has made this new mask lighter and more compact. The result is reduced internal volume for effortless clearing as well as improved field of view.  CONTACT istsports.com
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Start Your Dive Career Off Right
A breakdown of the perfect dive gear for new divers looking to travel.
APS Mantaray for over 20 years has been solely dedicated to dive fin technology with extensive research, testing, and development to come up with the most versatile, lightweight, compact, power-producing fin combined with ease of kick on the market.
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aqua lung hot shot
The hot shot is a travel-sized blade built with big-fin technology.Rather than create a wimpy, shortened travel fin, Aqua Lung built the Hot Shot with big-fin technology distilled into a blade sized for carry-on luggage. A supple foot pocket is made for bare feet, and the low-profile Comfo-strap stretches for a perfect fit, eliminating the bulk of buckles. The real backbone of the fin is Power Band technology, which loads energy on the power stroke of the kick and then releases it for maximum propulsion.
Related tags: dive fins | Fins | scuba diving gear
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10 Simple Strategies for Making the Best Purchase Possible1. Start at Your Local PADI Dive ShopThis is where to find the most trusted advice. Well-trained staff will know the local environment and can also advise on what you’ll need for travel. And there’s no substitute for getting fitted by an expert. 2. Look at What Your Instructor is Using
The Gear Primer: Smart Trends
Smart Trends: Four Advances in Dive Gear That You Should Know AboutTravel Gear: With lightweight regs, travel BCs and compact fins, it’s never been easier to pack more gear into less space — without impacting performance.Tec-Lite: The line between “tec” and “rec” is blurring, a good thing for recreational divers who want some of the capabilities — or just the bad-to-the-bone look — of technical gear.
Maximum enjoyment. That’s what we’re all looking for when we dive. And our equipment plays a huge part in that equation. A warmer wetsuit, a better-fitting mask, an easier-breathing reg, a more user-friendly computer — all of these things will contribute to your ultimate underwater joy. That’s why we’ve gathered 167 of the newest, most innovative and downright coolest products for 2011, and poured them into 72 gear-packed pages. Because we know what a big difference new gear can make to your scuba experience — and we’re here to help you do it right.
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Create A Solid Foundation.  A diver’s mask, fins and snorkel manage the fundamental aspects of sight, propulsion and surface breathing. This selection of the newest models available is equipped to handle any liquid application you can dream up. What You Need to Know:
 Masks, Fins and 
Snorkels
Related tags: Fins | Masks | Snorkels
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This adjustable Express gives cold-water divers and those who like booties a compact and powerful blade that’s easy to pack. An “armadillo” membrane maximizes energy with each kick for superb efficiency.CONTACT aqualung.com
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Stability and an increase in power are the result of of water-channeling ribs on each side of the Swift’s interchangeable blades. The supple yet supportive foot pocket is comfortable for extended use.CONTACT istsports.com
Related tags: dive fins | Fins | scuba diving gear
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This easy-kicking paddle fin was designed to be highly forgiving and to accommodate a wide range of kicking styles. The ergonomic foot pocket provides good power transmission, and quick-adjust heel straps ease donning.CONTACT cressi.com
Related tags: dive fins | Fins | scuba diving gear
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• Streamlined oval-shaped bore • Splash-proof dry guard virtually eliminates water intake • Quick release buckle detaches with single-handed action • Easy purge system with extra large self draining chamber • Angled mouthpiece holder on lower ...
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Dual purge valve ensures quick and easy clearing Unique splash guard's position can be adjusted Large volume reservoir keeps residual water out of the breathing path Rotating mouthpiece adjust to the most comfortable position Comfo-Bite ...
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The Impulse Snorkel continues to be the snorkel of choice for divers all around the world. Its popularity is due to the highly efficient upper valve system, which guides excess water away from the main airway preventing water from reaching the ...
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For the kids!
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Characteristics: • The single-piece silicone body rotates at the hose joint, allowing positioning to be optimised. • Fitted with a "Comfo Bite" orthondontic mouthpiece. • Double exhaust valve for an easy discharge
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Characteristics: • Vent system over the tube reduce the water get in. • Flexothane tube is supple yet resistant. • Quick and simple mask keeper.
The low-volume Solara mask has extra-large lenses for a great field of view and is paired with a semi-dry Siren II snorkel. For propulsion, the Odyssea fins are responsive for surface work, and the open-heel foot pocket is available in two sizes.
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A semi-dry top deflects most water from entering the SV2, but any liquid making it through is quickly isolated by a scupper valve in the lower breathing tube and expelled via an extra purge valve at the bottom.
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The SP-200 Hyperdry MAX is TUSA's all new revolutionary dry snorkel. The Hyperdry MAX incorporates several features including the Hyperdry MAX Dry Top System (pat p.) with two indepedent high buoyancy floats for superior dry snorkeling ...
mojo
Streamlined oval-shaped bore Splash-proof dry guard eliminates water intake Comfortable orthodontic mouthpiece Colors: Purple, Yellow, Clear
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Sport Diver Magazine
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?”
Sport Diver Magazine
Want to video dolphins riding the bow wake? How about a shark or sailfish that comes close to the boat?  UCLS’s new Polecam enables photographers to capture the action from all new angles. Mated to the GoPro underwater video system on a tripod mount, the 24-inch painted wood poles can extend your reach and facilitate accessories mounting with a male and a female connector at each end. Polecam sections are $9.95, and caps run $9.95-25.95 depending on the model.CONTACT www.ulcs.com
Sport Diver Magazine
Bring home the goods. Underwater imaging tools — from compact systems to high-end DLSRs and HD video cameras — are more capable and user-friendly than ever. This new selection lets anyone shoot like a pro.
Sport Diver Magazine
The right scuba equipment can make an incredible dive even better. Here's a look at some of the coolest and hottest products from our Editor's Picks for the March's Best Dive Gear Guide.
Sport Diver Magazine
This compact design for the GoPro allows the photographer to add a light to their camera. The Pistol grip consists of a handle with ball, a clamp, a ball for the light, and a tripod mount for the GoPro. Any light can be added. Any light can be added. This grip puts the camera upside down; but the software allows for photographing upside down. Package price $83 plus cost of light adapterUltralight Control Systemsinfo@ulcs.comwww.ulcs.com
Sport Diver Magazine
We’ll see innovations in several categories that will lighten our load, increase convenience and comfort, expand our underwater horizons, and help us capture the underwater realm in brilliant detail.
Christian Clark, the 2011 North American winner of the Our World-Underwater Scholarship sponsored by Rolex, spent some time with filmmaker, cave diver and Women Divers Hall of Famer Jill Heinerth as part of his scholarship year, for some mentoring on cave diving and filmmaking. Heinerth gave him a trial by fire, using Clark as a stunt double for scenes for her upcoming film Ben’s Vortex. “Christian is a soft-spoken guy, but his eyes spoke volumes when we descended into the clarity of his first underwater cave. I knew he was hooked,” Heinerth recalls.
underwater cameras: SeaLife DC 1400
SeaLife recently announced the introduction of its latest underwater camera, the DC1400, which is ideal for divers of all levels.
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This rugged, compact camera is rubber-armored and waterproof to 130 feet and shockproof up to six feet, making the Mini II perfect for divers and other outdoor adventurers.
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Buy the scuba diving equipment that's right for you — and your wallet.
Start Your Dive Career Off Right
A breakdown of the perfect dive gear for new divers looking to travel.
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The RS-680 regulator from TUSA features a compact, lightweight design. It contains two high-pressure and four low-pressure ports and is available in both DIN and yoke versionsThe RS-680 also incorporates TUSA’s Sequential Exhaust Assist (or S.E.A.), a new design featuring a dual exhaust system to decrease breathing effort during exhalation. The entire second stage also swivels 360 degrees to prevent jaw fatigue and add to overall comfort.
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Breathe Safely and Smoothly. This new crop of regulators, octos and safe seconds ensures you never have to worry about where your next breath is coming from — just take a sip, and glide into your next underwater adventure.What You Need to Know: Scuba Regulators
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10 Simple Strategies for Making the Best Purchase Possible1. Start at Your Local PADI Dive ShopThis is where to find the most trusted advice. Well-trained staff will know the local environment and can also advise on what you’ll need for travel. And there’s no substitute for getting fitted by an expert. 2. Look at What Your Instructor is Using
The Gear Primer: Smart Trends
Smart Trends: Four Advances in Dive Gear That You Should Know AboutTravel Gear: With lightweight regs, travel BCs and compact fins, it’s never been easier to pack more gear into less space — without impacting performance.Tec-Lite: The line between “tec” and “rec” is blurring, a good thing for recreational divers who want some of the capabilities — or just the bad-to-the-bone look — of technical gear.
Maximum enjoyment. That’s what we’re all looking for when we dive. And our equipment plays a huge part in that equation. A warmer wetsuit, a better-fitting mask, an easier-breathing reg, a more user-friendly computer — all of these things will contribute to your ultimate underwater joy. That’s why we’ve gathered 167 of the newest, most innovative and downright coolest products for 2011, and poured them into 72 gear-packed pages. Because we know what a big difference new gear can make to your scuba experience — and we’re here to help you do it right.
Aqua Lung Titan LX Octo
Using a safe-second doesn’t mean sacrificed breathing performance with this new octo, which offers all the great performance of the regular Titan LX regulator, including an easy-to-adjust Venturi control along with a bright-yellow faceplate for instant recognition. CONTACT aqualung.com
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For divers who love their BC-integrated Airsource but were frustrated because it wouldn’t accept a Dive Alert or other air-powered signaling device, the new QD model offers a version with a simple quick disconnect instead of the standard free-flow cutoff valve.CONTACT aqualung.com
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Feature packed for its price point, the C300 offers a balanced-diaphragm first stage and trimmed-down second stage with both an inhalation-resistance knob and dive/predive switch. And the Optimal Flow Design valve helps boost performance.CONTACT scubapro.com
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Sport Diver Magazine
The multi-panel GlideSkin construction of the ScubaMax PREMIUM STRETCH WETSUIT offers a custom-type fit for extreme warmth and comfort with many additional features. It can accommodate a wide range of body shapes and is an excellent choice for scuba divers!* Twice as many panels for super flexibility* 5mm 250% stretchable MaxFlex CR-rated Neoprene for best fit * GlideSkin chest and back reflect heat to keep you warmer * Flexible Tatex rubber knee for protection* Shoulder and elbow PU printed panels to provide extra wear-protection
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This suit uses Metalite-coated neoprene to “reflect” warmth back to the body and increase heat retention, while shedding water quickly to help protect against wind chill when you’re back on shore. In fact, test divers said this wetsuit feels more like a 3-mil no matter where you are.
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As your first line of defense against the elements, wetsuits are one of your most important pieces of dive gear. It's essential not only for divers to choose their scuba wetsuits properly, but also to know how to care for them, so these all important second skins can keep you safe and warm for years to come.
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A collection of some of our favorite scuba gear from 2011.
early dive gear
Though we often take it for granted, scuba gear has advanced a long way in the past 50 years. These seven facts ought to remind you of just how far we've come.
Sport Diver Magazine
The do-it-all, warm-water Delphite from Tilos incorporates three high-stretch materials to make this 3/2 suit feel more like a dive skin.
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The Editor's Pick from Sport Diver's 2011 Wetsuit Reviews: Waterproof W2 5mm
Tilos’ one-piece vest uses MetaLite, a smooth reflective coating on the inside of the neoprene that reflects body heat while you’re cruising the reef and sheds water quickly to help protect against wind chill when you’re back on the boat. The 3mm torso is comparable to a 4- to 5-mm in warmth. And the vest is easy to take off — MetaLite’s smooth texture with 4-way stretch and side zipper makes donning and doffing a breeze. Available in men’s sizes from Small to 2 Extra-Large and women's Small to Extra-Large. 
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True to its name, the Thermocline from Fourth Element provides as much thermal protection as a typical 2.5 mm wetsuit but weights just 2.2 pounds. It can be layered under other wetsuits without the need for extra lead. The farmer-john style explorer is paired with a long-sleeve top for complete protection from sun and water. Neutrally buoyant, hypoallergenic and machine-washable, the is a complete wetsuit system that takes up as much space as the average regulator bag.
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Sport Diver Magazine
BARE ELASTEK suits offer legendary, anatomically correct patterning, for a 3-D shape that delivers industry leading comfort and fit.  These highly versatile suits can be complimented with ELASTEK accessories, including hoods, gloves and boots, that will have you covered from head to toe.  Used together, this system of suit and accessories is designed to minimize water entry and keep you warm.  Our ELASTEK gloves incorporate a unique combination of o-ring seals and GLIDESKIN that mate perfectly with your ELASTEK suit for a tight seal against water penetration.  For more i
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Available this spring, this next-level undergarment from DUI promises warmth without the bulk of traditional gear, thanks to a built-in, battery-powered heating system. The Lycra jumpsuit has a heated torso, and can be a “host” for connecting heated gloves and boots. CONTACT dui-online.com
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Made from 75 percent recycled materials, ECO Dive-Wear warms the body and the heart. Polartec Power Dry material provides excellent wicking to pull sweat away from the skin and is completely breathable. It’s suitable for diving or for any topside sporting activity. CONTACT dui-online.com
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DUI Drysuit Inflation System
A 6-cubic-foot aluminum cylinder, post-style valve, mounting straps and regulator with hose are all included in DUI’s Drysuit Inflation System. Ideal for divers who want to use other than their breathing gas to inflate their drysuit.CONTACT dui-online.com
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This high-tech suit gives women all the freedom, streamlining and rugged durability of White’s Fusion Tech drysuit line but in a design with feminine appointments. Lycra skin is reinforced with neoprene panels in high-wear areas.CONTACT whitesdiving.com
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Four-millimeter high-density neoprene gives the Everdry excellent insulation all on its own. Neoprene neck and wrist seals are easy to don and repair, plus the rear-entry dry zipper includes a protective flap. Soft sock neoprene boots are included.CONTACT scubapro.com
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Legendary for being tough as nails, DUI’s crushed-neoprene material is ideal for divers who frequent abrasive environments such as caves and wrecks. Suit features include a warm neck collar, front-entry zipper and  DUI RockBoot system. Also available in made-to-order sizes.CONTACT dui-online.com
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Built for reduced weight and excellent flexibility, the FLX Extreme uses a trilaminate material with Cordura overlays for added durability in the body and knees. Self-entry suit design with DUI’s Telescoping Torso makes donning and doffing a breeze. CONTACT dui-online.com
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This is the Fusion suit taken to a new level of durability. The Bullet skin will fit over any existing Fusion dry-core waterproof layer and is made to endure harsh environments, thanks to reinforced seams and Gatortech neoprene at the knees, elbows, shoulders and buttocks.CONTACT whitesdiving.com
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BARE’s new butyl trilaminate material and a new low-profile TIZIP zipper (in place of traditional brass) help give this suit unprecedented flexibility. Divers can choose between a neoprene or latex neck seal, and will appreciate padded, reinforced protection at the knees. CONTACT baresports.com
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Fusion drysuits use both an inner dry core as a waterproof layer, and an external, form-fitting skin for abrasion protection and streamlining. The Tech uses 1 mm, two-sided neoprene with heavy-duty Lycra and is designed specifically for the rugged environments faced by technical divers. CONTACT whitesdiving.com
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