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ScubaBoard Site News
Check here for official ScubaBoard Announcements.
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Introductions and Greets
New to Scuba? Or maybe just new to these forums? Well, by all means, start off here with a quick hello to introduce yourself. We promise, we don't bite... much...
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Latest: NEW AUSSIE DIVER WITH PLENTY OF QUESTIONS :) Russjstewart, Jun 23, 2018 at 1:50 AM -
Site Support
The ScubaBoard Support Forum. Post all your questions, suggestions and problems here.
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Passings
Memorial threads for SB members (and other divers) who are no longer among us. Please note: this forum is not meant for accidents threads. Those threads can be posted in the Accidents and Incidents forum.
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Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2019 Fiji Wallin's of the Peninsula, Jun 7, 2018
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Latest: ScubaBoard SURGE Central 2019 Curacao ROXANNE, Jun 15, 2018
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Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2018 Cozumel WarrenZ, Jun 22, 2018 at 4:41 PM
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Past ScubaBoard Invasions & Surges
Here are all the former invasions. Come and relive the fun.
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Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion 2017 Sponsors Mr. Nice Guy, Apr 29, 2018
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History of Scuba Diving: Tales from the Abyss
Pioneers, agencies, gear and more: where did they all come from? What can we learn from their history?
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Latest: Early Australian spearfishing and scuba history links Kay Dee, Jun 21, 2018 at 7:23 AM -
Scuba Industry News
Find the latest announcements and information with regard to what's happening in the Scuba industry.
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Latest: Diveseekers To Close NJ Store broncobowsher, Jun 21, 2018 at 10:39 PM -
Scuba Related Court Cases
This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
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Latest: Instructor sentenced after diver's death Adiron, Jun 20, 2018 at 4:25 PM -
Shows and Events
Past and present, local and global Dive Shows and Events including Beneath the Sea, Boot, DEMA, Duikvaker, Our World Underwater, SCUBA Show, and others! Read it all here.
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Latest: Long Beach Scuba Show - This Weekend! JackConnick, Jun 20, 2018 at 7:06 PM -
Scuba Diving TV & Movies
Post here about what you think on scuba diving in TV & movies on videography, safety diving, ratings, view points, etc...
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Latest: Chasing Coral - Netflix Documentary KathyV, Jun 21, 2018 at 10:41 AM -
Apps, Book and Media Reviews
A place for reviewing books, cinema and interactive media related to Scuba, Free Diving, Oceanography and Limnology.
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Latest: Best Diving log app/ program. TTPaws, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:07 AM
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Q and A for Scuba Certification Agencies
This is the place to ask that Dive Agency about their classes!
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Latest: SSI Ethics Question tursiops, Jun 22, 2018 at 7:30 PM -
New Divers and Those Considering Diving
New to Diving? Have a question about training? Want to find out more about this thrilling activity? Post your questions here for other divers & instructors to help you on your path!
Please note: This forum has special rules. This forum is intended to be a very friendly, "flame free zone" where divers of any skill level may ask questions about basic scuba topics without fear of being accosted. Please show respect and courtesy at all times. Remember that the inquirer is looking for answers that they can understand. This is a learning zone and consequently, any off-topic or overly harsh responses will be removed. This forum is not open for threads offering goods or services.- Discussions:
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Basic Scuba Discussions
Have a Scuba related question? Get a Scuba related answer here. Please note: This forum has special rules. This forum is intended to be a very friendly, "flame free zone" where divers of any skill level may ask questions about basic scuba topics without fear of being accosted. Please show respect and courtesy at all times. Remember that the inquirer is looking for answers that they can understand. This is a learning zone and consequently, any off-topic or overly harsh responses will be removed. This forum is not open for threads offering goods or services.
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Latest: Don't fart in your drysuit Searcaigh, Jun 23, 2018 at 8:18 AM -
Advanced Scuba Discussions
Have a Scuba question that's beyond a 'basic' one but not really 'technical?' Get it answered here.
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Latest: Where Is Your GF? Michael Guerrero, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:01 AM -
Technical Diving Specialties
More advanced and focused aspects of scuba diving which require technical training. This ranges from caverns and caves, wreck penetrations to decompression diving and everything in between.
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Latest: How much to tip Cave diving staff ? Florida and Mexico (Playa, Tulum etc) Lorenzoid, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:03 AM -
Rebreather Diving
Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
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Latest: Tips for staying pain free on long dives, have arthritis in lower back MegDiver792, Jun 22, 2018 at 10:29 AM -
Snorkeling / Freediving
Discussions about snorkeling and freediving from recreational fun to a competitive sport!
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Latest: A big question about padi FITC. Dav_0, Jun 20, 2018 at 10:41 PM -
Vintage Equipment Diving
Pre-1980 "Vintage" SCUBA Gear, including Double Hose Regulators, Conshelfs, Voit, Aquamaster, Horsecollar BC's and other classic pieces of gear. Sea Hunt, Jacques Cousteau and the early history of this great sport.
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Latest: Does USDivers still service mid-eighties J valves? JamesBon92007, Jun 23, 2018 at 3:47 AM -
Divers with Disabilities
Discussion about the special needs for those who want to submerge, but have physical or mental limitations.
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Latest: Scuba Show & W.A.V.E.S.Project SoCalRich, Jun 22, 2018 at 6:25 PM -
Women's Perspectives
This is a forum where our female members are welcome to talk about ideas, concerns, and anything surrounding diving that their male counterparts may not experience, or care about. Please note: This forum has special rules.
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Latest: Not just a smaller mask... Marie13, Jun 23, 2018 at 6:22 AM -
LGBTQIA and Friends perspectives
This is a forum where our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer/questioning, intersexual, and asexual (LGBTQIA) members are welcome to talk about ideas, concerns, and anything surrounding diving that their LGBTQIA counterparts may not experience, or care about. Please note: This forum has special rules..
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Accidents and Incidents
This forum is for the discussion of diving Accidents and Incidents and has Special Rules. Please read the Special Rules at the top of the forum before posting threads or responses. Please post your surprise, indignation and any memorials in the Passings Forum.
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Latest: Banco di Santa Croce fatality - Italy DandyDon, Jun 23, 2018 at 3:15 AM
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Underwater Photography
Discuss Underwater Photography from taking photos to photo equipment, sell your old gear, see what your favourite camera manufacturers are coming out with or just find something fascinating to view.
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Latest: Stupidly locked my case АлександрД, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:28 AM -
Underwater Videography
Discuss Underwater Videography from taking videos to video equipment , sell your old gear, see what your favourite camera manufacturers are coming out with or just find something fascinating to view.
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Latest: Amazing Bobtail Squid Eating a Shrimp!!! OceanVizion, Jun 21, 2018 at 1:57 PM -
Underwater Hunting
Spearfishing, underwater fishing, lobstering, hunting and gathering underwater - it's all here. Come share your fish tales, photos, tips and techniques!
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Underwater Treasures
Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
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Latest: Help identifying stone triangle found at Grand Cayman? caydiver, Jun 20, 2018 at 9:20 AM -
Marine Science and Physiology
Post all medical questions related to decompression or diving here. Questions and discussions about the marine life we love to share the ocean with and how to protect them are also welcome.
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Latest: Treatment For Clogged Ears Adiron, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:28 AM
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Business of Diving Institute
The Business of Diving. Let's make a good living out of our passion for diving! To do so, let's raise the bar on customer service and dive shop marketing & management.
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Becoming a Captain
What's behind the myth, legend and anecdotes about becoming a licensed Captain.
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Commercial Divers
Hard Hat, Saturation and all other types of commercial diving.
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Latest: cutting with poor oxygen purity Jean M Luchard, Jun 21, 2018 at 5:24 PM -
Public Safety Divers
EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here.
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Latest: Artificial Blubber Wetsuit, Interesting Akimbo, Jun 21, 2018 at 10:40 AM
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Manufacturers Recall Notices
An official repository for Scuba Equipment Manufacturers' recall notices and safety announcements. New threads in this forum require a moderators approval.
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Q and A for Scuba Manufacturers
A place where SB users can communicate directly with manufacturers of scuba equipment and accessories! Think of these forums as a FAQ for many of the companies listed. Keep in mind that some manufacturers are busy people, and can take up to a few days to respond to your question. This forum has special rules.
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Latest: Aladin Square Battery Change Ghastly, Jun 23, 2018 at 7:15 AM
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Accessories
This is the place to get the scoop on all those nifty gadgets, gizmos and accessories that go along with diving.
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Latest: Halcyon Focus 2.0 vs Light Monkey 32W Variable Focus Lorenzoid, Jun 23, 2018 at 8:58 AM -
Buoyancy Compensators (BC's) and Weight Systems
Point your weighty "BC" questions and input here. Tell others what you use and what you do and don't like about it etc...
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Latest: Another BP/W Thread... Zef, Jun 23, 2018 at 3:38 AM -
Computers, Gauges, Watches and Analyzers
Looking for a computer? Don't feel like trusting "Paid Adverts" style reviews? Feel free to ask your questions and also, tell us what you use.
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Latest: Another algorithm question... Ghost95, Jun 21, 2018 at 12:20 PM -
Compressors, Boosters and Blending Systems
This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
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Latest: [FOR SALE] Haskel Mini Sport Booster w Case BMW, Jun 21, 2018 at 9:07 PM -
Diver Propulsion Vehicles
Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooterbut were afraid to ask...
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Latest: FS: Apollo DPV scooter AV-2 Stringer Bell, Jun 22, 2018 at 11:28 AM -
Exposure Suits
Custom or off the rack? Wet or Dry? Skins! Find everything you want to know about exposure suits.
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Latest: Fins for snorkeling and pool training richmonddiver, Jun 23, 2018 at 8:23 AM
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General Scuba Equipment Discussions
Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
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Latest: Which package to buy? Caveeagle, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:27 AM -
Regulators
What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
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Latest: Newbie - how do I wear a long hose for primary regulator? RayfromTX, Jun 22, 2018 at 7:59 PM -
Tanks, Valves and Bands
Big tanks, small tanks, steel tanks, aluminum tanks and pony bottles. Find out which one is right for you.
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Latest: Woefully inadequate HP80'S Adiron, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:16 AM -
Do It Yourself - DIY
Think you're pretty handy at building things? Check out tips and instructions for DIY Scuba stuff.
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Latest: Scubapro G250 Versions ams511, Jun 23, 2018 at 8:54 AM -
Boats and Boating
Renting a boat? Own your own or perhaps you're considering purchasing a new toy? Talk about it here!
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Latest: Great Dive Boats Stanley Boats, Jun 20, 2018 at 2:05 PM -
Lost, Found and Stolen
Misplace something? Found something? Want to alert others about a stolen item? This is the place! Be sure to give your location!
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Latest: Hollis F1 Single Fin ScubaSteve85, Jun 10, 2018
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Africa and the Middle East
Get the scoop on where to go, where to stay and who to dive with in this region encompassing the continent of Africa from Israel, Egypt to Madagascar and South-Africa.
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Latest: Red Sea Aggressor Trip FindingMenno, Jun 22, 2018 at 11:39 AM -
Asia
Get the scoop on where to go, where to stay and who to dive with in this region encompassing countries from Eastern Russia to Japan and the Philippines.
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Latest: Puerto Galera water temperatures in November and December WoodyLompoc, Jun 23, 2018 at 8:54 AM -
Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands
Get the scoop on where to go, where to stay and who to dive with in this region encompassing countries from Papua New Guinea and the Great Barrier Reef to New Zealand and French Polynesia.
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Latest: Fiji dive resort recommendations chris kippax, Jun 22, 2018 at 8:52 PM -
Canada
Diving for those folks in the Great White North from East to West, fresh water to salt water, wrecks to caves and anything else you can think of.
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Latest: June 21, 2018 McKenzie Bight (Saanich Inlet) video MarkH, Jun 22, 2018 at 1:45 AM -
Greater Caribbean and Bermuda
Bermuda, the Bahamas Islands and destinations in the Caribbean Sea, including Cuba, the Cayman Islands, Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao and the islands in the Eastern Caribbean Sea.
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Latest: Heading to Bonaire in August Lorenzoid, Jun 23, 2018 at 9:18 AM -
Central America
Get the scoop on where to go, where to stay and who to dive with in this region encompassing countries from Belize, Honduras and the Bay Islands, both coasts of Costa Rica, heading south to Panama.
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Latest: Turquoise Bay Resort 6/2-6/9/18 EdC, Jun 21, 2018 at 4:13 PM -
Europe
Get the scoop on where to go, where to stay and who to dive with in this region encompassing countries from Iceland and the UK to Greece, the Mediterranean and Western Russia.
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Latest: Shore Diving São Miguel, Azores? bmorescuba, Jun 22, 2018 at 1:03 PM -
Mexico
Traveling to Cancun, Cozumel, Akumal, Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Ixtapa or another local island? Want to find out more about that dream vacation? Well, it's all here so come, join us!
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Latest: July 2018 Roll Call amoses, Jun 22, 2018 at 7:38 PM -
South America
From Colombia to Venezuela, Brazil and Argentina whilst not forgetting the Galapagos Islands, Easter Island as well as the Falkland Islands.
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Latest: Questions - first time diving the Galapagos Johnoly, Jun 22, 2018 at 8:07 PM -
United States
Regional forums for the USA and all 50 states. Regions are broken up into main regional section, and sub-sections. Also included are local clubs, and local trips and marketplace forums.
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Latest: New diver: Key Largo/Islamorada/Looe vs. Ft. Lauderdale/WPB Adiron, Jun 23, 2018 at 8:46 AM -
Non-Geographic Clubs
Clubs and travel groups that span the world including our singles group, the grumpy old divers and all military divers!
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Latest: Anyone still here???!!!! jrl5549, Apr 18, 2018
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Hot Deals
Direct from the manufacturers, distributors, dive shops, and our business sponsors... Hot Deals is the place to find limited quantity, inventory clearance and other special deals. Only ScubaBoard Business Sponsors may start threads in this forum.
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Latest: MAKO Spearguns: June Bro-Deal - Reversible Wetsuits and Hoods MAKO Spearguns, Jun 7, 2018 -
ScubaBoard's Classified Section
You are in the ScubaBoard Classified Items section. This area is for buying, selling, or trading of items. This forum has special rules
Buy, Sell, or Trade gear or other items.
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Q&A For ScubaBoard Business Sponsors
A place where users can communicate directly with ScubaBoard business sponsors regarding any number of topics, or customer service questions. Think of these forums as a FAQ for the companies that participate.
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Research and Development
Have an idea for a product or services and want to know what your fellow divers think? This is the place to ask.
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Special Announcements
This forum is closed to new posting, as it will be completely phased out starting July 1.
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Latest: Slashing Prices in our CLEARANCE SECTION... CCR Josh, Jun 25, 2012 -
Employment
Looking for a few good DMs, Instructors or employees or are you interested in a new challenge in the dive industry? Find what you need on ScubaBoard's own job market.
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Latest: Beqa Lagoon Resort, Fiji Alexander, Jun 20, 2018 at 11:49 PM
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Non-Diving Related Stuff
Discussions about things other than Scuba (it doesn't get any simpler than that). Please keep your discussions within the ToS.
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Latest: Research Survey on Overfishing (Open to All Divers!) TMHeimer, Jun 15, 2018 -
Dive into Fitness
A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
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Latest: Is it good? Schwob, Jun 21, 2018 at 10:37 AM -
Good Causes, Petitions and Solicitations
A home for good causes, petitions & solicitations.
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Humor, Games, Clips, Yarns and Tales
Got a funny clip, a good joke, a story, a tale, a neat game or anything else fun, interactive and not-so-scuba related to share? Post it here for the rest of the community but remember to keep everything within our ToS guidelines. Thanks!
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Latest: Do I log it lol Neilwood, Jun 20, 2018 at 8:42 AM -
Kudos
Know someone that did something special? Start a 'Kudos thread' to honor them!
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Latest: A diver saved baby whaleshark from fisherman catch Dan_T, Jun 15, 2018 -
Scuba Teens
A place for parents and youth leaders to discuss certification, (family) travel and other issues involved in introducing youths to this wonderful sport.
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Latest: Dive Flag epaulets (stickers) for your uniform The Chairman, Aug 25, 2017 -
Women's Community Forums
A non-diving related forum for women to discuss women specific things in life.
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Latest: Ladies: What do you wear on liveaboards? Wingy, Jun 21, 2018 at 11:38 PM
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