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  1. ScubaBoard Central

    1. ScubaBoard Site News

      Check here for official ScubaBoard Announcements.
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      Latest: Search and Rescue has been added to Public Safety Divers diversteve, Oct 4, 2019

    2. 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...
      Discussions:
      34,505
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      Latest: New to the board, not new to diving Leighen, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:54 PM

    3. Site Support

      The ScubaBoard Support Forum. Post all your questions, suggestions and problems here.
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      Messages:
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      1. Feedback

      2. Suggestions

      3. Photo Gallery

      4. Testing Forum

      Latest: 1000 posts and still not Red? lowviz, Oct 17, 2019 at 11:59 PM

    4. 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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      5,084
      Latest: Nora from Coco View (and RTB) DeputyDan, Oct 15, 2019 at 10:29 AM

    5. ScubaBoard Articles

      Comments from our article portal.
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      Latest: Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema 4K - Underwater Camera Review BackscatterUW, Sep 26, 2019

    6. ScubaBoard Invasion 2020 Roatan

      ScubaBoard's Upcoming Invasion to Anthony's Key, Roatan
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      Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2020 Roatan BoundForElsewhere, Oct 17, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    7. ScubaBoard Surge 2020 Little Cayman

      ScubaBoard Surge 2020 Little Cayman
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      Latest: ScubaBoard SURGE Central 2020 Little Cayman cardzard, Oct 16, 2019 at 7:27 PM

    8. Past ScubaBoard Invasions & Surges

      Here are all the former invasions. Come and relive the fun.
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      1. ScubaBoard Surge 2015 Curacao

      2. Invade Cozumel 2012

      3. Invade Bonaire, 2013

      4. Invade Cozumel 2011

      5. ScubaBoard Invasion 2014

      6. ScubaBoard Invasion 2015 Cozumel

      7. ScubaBoard Invasion 2017 Roatan

      8. ScubaBoard Invasion 2019 Fiji

      9. ScubaBoard Invasion 2016 Philippines

      10. ScubaBoard Surge 2019 Curacao

      11. ScubaBoard Surge 2017 Cayman Brac

      12. ScubaBoard Surge 2018: Bonaire!

      13. ScubaBoard Invasion 2018 Cozumel

      Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2019 Fiji KathyV, Oct 2, 2019

  2. The SPG

    1. 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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      150
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      1. Avenue of the Divers: Scuba Legends & Pioneers

      2. History of Diving Gear

      3. History of Diving Museum

      Latest: The Late Bev Morgan in his Own Words: Diving in Cook Inlet, Alaska Oceanaut, Oct 17, 2019 at 7:13 PM

    2. Scuba Industry News

      Find the latest announcements and information with regard to what's happening in the Scuba industry.

      Everyone is welcome to read, but only members of the Scuba Industry can post new threads!
      If you are a Scuba Industry Professional, and would like to post your news here, please contact the ScubaBoard Team.
      Discussions:
      1,624
      Messages:
      5,310
      Latest: Truth Aquatics suspending operations. Travel Bunny, Oct 9, 2019

    3. Dive Insurance

      A place to discuss Dive Insuramce related matters.
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      584
      Latest: Kaiser btscott, Oct 12, 2019 at 3:58 PM

    4. Scuba Related Court Cases

      This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
      Discussions:
      161
      Messages:
      10,593
      Latest: Legal considerations for the Fire on dive boat Conception in CA KevinNM, Oct 13, 2019 at 10:59 PM

    5. 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.
      Discussions:
      1,205
      Messages:
      8,734
      Latest: Free Advanced Diver Conference - Oct 11 to 13th Curt Bowen, Oct 3, 2019

    6. 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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      387
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      3,882
      Latest: Diving sinai , red sea Yaniv, Oct 14, 2019 at 1:44 AM

    7. 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: Free Scuba Manuals & More Brian Huff, Oct 5, 2019

  3. Scuba Diving Central

    1. Q and A for Scuba Certification Agencies

      This is the place to ask that Dive Agency about their classes!
      Dive Agency and other industry reps: Discuss your products and services. Tell us about any new products you might have. Ask for constructive criticism of your products and services. Share any other information you feel would be of interest. Please contact the ScubaBoard Team if you want a private forum for your agency.
      Discussions:
      1,935
      Messages:
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      1. AUSI: Associated Underwater Scuba Instructors

      2. CMAS AMERICAS

      4. HSA: Handicapped Scuba Association

      5. ISE: InnerSpace Explorers

      6. NACD: National Association for Cave Diving

      7. NASE

      8. NSS-CDS: National Speleological Society - Cave Div

      9. RAID

      10. SDI/TDI/ERDI

      11. SeaSigns

      12. SEI Diving

      13. SNSI: Scuba and Nitrox Safety International

      14. SSI: Scuba Schools International

      15. UTD: Unified Team Diving

      Latest: Glad to be back Mike D, Oct 17, 2019 at 7:56 PM

    2. 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.
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      Messages:
      200,317
      Latest: Best beginner diving in Philippines ( Considering Moalboal?) Centrals, Oct 17, 2019 at 8:32 PM

    3. 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.
      Discussions:
      30,881
      Messages:
      787,297

      1. Diving Into New Gear

      2. Dive Flag Awareness

      3. Going Pro

      Latest: What the Heck do I buy? happy-diver, Oct 18, 2019 at 3:09 AM

    4. Advanced Scuba Discussions

      Have a Scuba question that's beyond a 'basic' one but not really 'technical?' Get it answered here.
      Please note: See the Special Forum Rules / Terms of Service thread. This forum is not open for threads offering goods or services.
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      6,867
      Messages:
      189,584

      1. Solo Divers

      2. Wreck Diving

        1. Wreck Exploration and Expeditions

        2. Artificial Reefs

      3. Sidemount Diving

      Latest: O2 better than 50% for single deco gas dives? rjack321, Oct 17, 2019 at 11:05 PM

    5. 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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      4,769
      Messages:
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      1. Near Misses and Lessons Learned

      Latest: Free diver dies following distress incident off of Heeia Kea Pier - Hawaii FreeFlyFreak, Oct 18, 2019 at 1:39 AM

    6. 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.
      Discussions:
      9,679
      Messages:
      204,416

      1. Advanced Diver Magazine

      2. Cave Diving

        2. Trips and Marketplace... Cave Diving

      3. DIR

        1. Trips and Marketplace... DIR

      4. Hogarthian Diving

      5. Tech Trip Reports

      Latest: Effect of gas density while deep diving FreeFlyFreak, Oct 17, 2019 at 11:28 PM

    7. Rebreather Diving

      Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
      Discussions:
      1,666
      Messages:
      22,677
      Latest: ANOTHER ALTERNATIVE FOR REBREATHER SENSORS doctormike, Oct 17, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    8. Snorkeling / Freediving

      Discussions about snorkeling and freediving from recreational fun to a competitive sport!
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      1,303
      Messages:
      11,639
      Latest: New to snorkeling, gear ?? RogueClimber, Oct 16, 2019 at 10:56 AM

    9. 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.
      Discussions:
      1,813
      Messages:
      25,474
      Latest: DAAM / RAM IP adapter Fibonacci, Oct 17, 2019 at 6:10 AM

    10. Divers with Disabilities

      Discussion about the special needs for those who want to submerge, but have physical or mental limitations.
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      2,197
      Messages:
      5,770

      1. Diveheart

      Latest: Adaptive Divers Wanted for December Cozumel trip! DiveHeart, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:47 PM

    11. 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: I want to hear about YOUR DIVING JOURNEY!- My Anthropology Research in Womens' Scuba Diving morecowbells, Oct 7, 2019

    12. 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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      Latest: Be Cautious Diving and Traveling Abroad Sbiriguda, Oct 16, 2019 at 3:53 AM

  4. Underwater Activities and Specialties

    1. 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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      Messages:
      242,270

      2. Strobes and Lighting

      3. Photo Contests Around the World...

      4. Tips and Techniques

        1. Digital Darkroom

          1. Darkroom Tutorials

      5. Members Marine Art

      6. The Canon Corner

      7. The Nikon Niche

      8. The Olympus Outlet

      9. Panasonic Planet

      10. The SeaLife Station

      11. Sea&Sea Society

      12. Sony Snappers

      13. Q&A For Photography Equipment Manufacturers

      Latest: Nauticam NA7D handle brackets need help for leads. diveanilaoph, Oct 18, 2019 at 2:15 AM

    2. 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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      6,354
      Messages:
      47,379

      2. GoPro Video

      3. Production

      Latest: GoPro Hero 7 Questions Matt B, Oct 17, 2019 at 4:05 PM

    3. Underwater Hunting

      Spearfishing, underwater fishing, lobstering, hunting and gathering underwater - it's all here. Come share your fish tales, photos, tips and techniques!
      Discussions:
      2,403
      Messages:
      18,266
      Latest: How to unroll 300LB mono that’s not on a reel Ghost95, Oct 13, 2019 at 9:26 PM

    4. Underwater Treasures

      Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
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      Messages:
      12,067
      Latest: Found this today.. happy-diver, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:33 PM

    5. 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.
      Discussions:
      13,861
      Messages:
      132,635

      1. Ask Dr. Decompression

      2. Diving Medicine

      3. Marine Life and Ecosystems

        1. Dive Dry with Dr. Bill

      4. Name that Critter

      5. Ocean Conservation

      7. REEF

      8. Sea Save Foundation

      9. Shark Forum!

      10. We Are Water Project!

      Latest: Diving after a heart attack Scraps, Oct 17, 2019 at 5:40 PM

  5. ScubaBoard Pro

    1. 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.
      Discussions:
      49
      Messages:
      621
      Latest: Independent Instructor as part time job. How to earn? Scuba Leon, Oct 5, 2019

    2. Becoming a Captain

      What's behind the myth, legend and anecdotes about becoming a licensed Captain.
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      59
      Messages:
      490

      1. Trips and Marketplace for Captains

      Latest: Experience or license - What makes a Captain? nolatom, May 6, 2019

    3. Commercial Divers

      Hard Hat, Saturation and all other types of commercial diving.
      Discussions:
      348
      Messages:
      3,175
      Latest: Calling all SAT Divers! - Thesis Questionnaire Heliumthief, Oct 7, 2019

    4. Public Safety Divers/Search and Rescue

      EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here. Also Search and Rescue operations,
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      1,665
      Messages:
      15,808

      1. Search and Rescue

        1. Resource Lists

      2. Training, Practices and Equipment

      3. Dive Related Accidents and Problems

      4. Ideas and Stories

      Latest: UWIS: Underwater tracking, navigation and communication system Pertti Arvonen, Oct 15, 2019 at 6:29 AM

  6. Manufacturers Forums

    1. 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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      Messages:
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      Latest: Sherwood Avid BC Tank Strap Brackets Failed Frank Scheidell, Oct 16, 2019 at 1:06 PM

    2. 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.
      Discussions:
      18,383
      Messages:
      120,265

      1. Analox Analysers

      2. Apeks

      3. Aqua Lung

      4. Armor Bags

      5. Dive Assure

      6. Cochran Undersea Technology

      7. Deep 6 Outfitters

      8. Deep Sea Supply

      9. Desert Star Systems

      10. DiveNav

      11. Dive Rite

      12. DUI

      13. Edge Gear

      14. Fantasea Line

      15. Force Fin

      16. Genesis

      17. Golem Gear

      18. Halcyon

      19. Ikelite

      20. Innovative Scuba Concepts

      21. Intova

      22. Lavacore

      23. Leonard Maggiore Opticians

      24. Light and Motion

      25. Light Dude

      26. MAKO Spearguns

      27. Mares... Just add Water!

      28. Nautilus Lifeline

        1. Lifeline Tech Support Forum

      29. Ocean Concepts

      30. Ocean REEF

      31. OrcaTorch

      32. OTS - Ocean Technology Systems

      33. Oxycheq

      34. Reef Safe

      35. Paralenz

      36. Poseidon

      37. Princeton Tec

      38. SANTI Diving Equipment

      39. Scuba Force

      40. SCUBALAMP

      41. SCUBAPRO

      42. Sea&Sea

      43. See the Sea RX

      44. Seadoo Seascooters

      45. SeaLife

      46. Seasoft Scuba

      47. Shearwater Research

        1. Shearwater Cloud

      48. Sherwood SCUBA

      49. Suunto

      50. Tribolube

      51. TUSA

      52. Vintage Double Hose

      53. Vivid Pix

      54. Waterproof

      55. Wetwear

      56. Whites Manufacturing

        1. Whites Team Diver & Research Corner

      57. XS Scuba

      58. Xtar

      59. Your Bag Tag

      60. Inactive Forums

        1. AERIS

        2. AireTex

        3. Akona

        4. Apollo Sports USA

        5. Atomic Aquatics

        6. BARE

        7. Bonica

        8. Brightstar Technology

        9. Christolube

        10. Coltri

        11. Critical Aspect

        12. DARKFIN Gloves

        13. Dive Caddy

        14. Dive Xtras

        16. Dyron

        17. Equinox Video Housings

        18. Fisheye USA

        19. G-Dive

        20. H2odyssey

        21. Henderson Wetsuits

        22. HOLLIS

        23. I-Torch

        24. JBL International

        25. KISS Rebreathers

        27. Lawrence Factor Inc

        28. Liquivision

        29. Logic Dive Gear

        30. Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork

        31. MB-SUB

        32. Men-Of-Diving

        33. Nocturnal Lights

        34. Nuvair

        35. Oceanic

        36. Omega Aquatics

        37. Rapid Diver

        38. rEvo Rebreathers

        39. Riffe International

        40. Sartek Industries

        41. Sea Assassins

        42. Sea Vision USA

        43. Seac

        44. SeaCure

        45. SF Tech Drysuits

        46. Seatool USA

        47. Sharkskin

        48. Spectrum Diving Equipment

        49. Stahlsac

        50. Surface Marker Ltd.

        51. Stream2Sea

        53. TECLINE by Scubatech

        54. TillyTec

        55. Thermalution

        56. Titan Dive Gear

        57. Thermo Valves

        58. Tovatec

        59. Tilos

        61. Tryton Gear

        62. UEMIS

        63. USIA

        64. Vision Rebreathers

        65. Wetsuit Wearhouse Inc.

        66. Zeagle

        67. Z Gear

      Latest: Shearwater Perdix graphics glitch mnjhuz76, Oct 18, 2019 at 2:39 AM

  7. The Equipment of Scuba Diving

    1. Accessories

      This is the place to get the scoop on all those nifty gadgets, gizmos and accessories that go along with diving.
      Discussions:
      5,277
      Messages:
      54,548

      1. Gear Bags and Cases

      2. Knives and Cutting Tools

      3. Lift Bags, SMBs and Reels

      4. Lights

      Latest: Tough yet lightweight travel light? Diver below 83, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:25 AM

    2. Apparel

      All the latest styles and fashions for today's Scuba Diver...
      Discussions:
      116
      Messages:
      1,148

      1. Chammyz

      2. Scuba Do Rag

      Latest: Source for old-style booties? Speck, Oct 14, 2019 at 11:40 AM

    3. 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...
      Discussions:
      10,152
      Messages:
      143,637
      Latest: BCD advice eleutheradiver, Oct 17, 2019 at 11:10 PM

    4. 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.
      Discussions:
      11,635
      Messages:
      127,607

      1. Dive Software

      Latest: do not buy anything complex from: Atomic, Aeris, Oceanic, Hollis, ATJ, Oct 18, 2019 at 2:57 AM

    5. Compressors, Boosters and Blending Systems

      This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
      Discussions:
      1,323
      Messages:
      13,728
      Latest: Oil change question? reefrat, Oct 17, 2019 at 10:41 PM

    6. Dive Propulsion Vehicles

      Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooterbut were afraid to ask...
      Discussions:
      521
      Messages:
      5,676
      Latest: Best Compass On DPV? Jack Hammer, Oct 17, 2019 at 7:22 PM

    7. Exposure Suits

      Custom or off the rack? Wet or Dry? Skins! Find everything you want to know about exposure suits.
      Discussions:
      10,311
      Messages:
      102,567
      Latest: How thick to buy a wet suit decompression, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:18 PM

    8. Fins, Masks and Snorkels

      The inside scoop on this basic gear.
      Discussions:
      5,500
      Messages:
      64,454
      Latest: SeaVision USA Prescription Dive Mask 2100 blueclearsky, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:45 PM

    9. General Scuba Equipment Discussions

      Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
      Discussions:
      4,935
      Messages:
      68,147
      Latest: Dry glove system for Santi smart seals BFRedrocks, Oct 18, 2019 at 1:51 AM

    10. Regulators

      What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
      Discussions:
      11,530
      Messages:
      147,303
      Latest: Dacor Eagle Sport 1st stage repair manual JackD342, Oct 17, 2019 at 8:47 PM

    11. Tanks, Valves and Bands

      Big tanks, small tanks, steel tanks, aluminum tanks and pony bottles. Find out which one is right for you.
      Discussions:
      5,612
      Messages:
      84,404
      Latest: Such a thing as too much air or no need for redundancy? (long and rambly) happy-diver, Oct 17, 2019 at 3:56 AM

    12. Do It Yourself - DIY

      Think you're pretty handy at building things? Check out tips and instructions for DIY Scuba stuff.
      Discussions:
      4,154
      Messages:
      45,659

      1. Making your own Gear

        1. 3D Printing, Laser and CNC

      2. Repairing your own Gear

      Latest: Future chores couv, Oct 17, 2019 at 7:53 PM

    13. Boats and Boating Equipment

      Renting a boat? Own your own or perhaps you're considering purchasing a new toy? Talk about it here!
      Discussions:
      767
      Messages:
      10,099

      1. Dive Modifications

      2. Equipment & Maintenance

      3. Inflatables, RIB's, Dinghy's and Kayaks

      Latest: Mark dive spots from your couch Tassi Devil Diver, Sep 29, 2019

    14. 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!
      Discussions:
      667
      Messages:
      1,690
      Latest: Rebreathers JJ-CCR stolen! C by Sea, Oct 16, 2019 at 3:22 PM

  8. Regional Forums and Dive Clubs

    1. 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.
      Discussions:
      3,125
      Messages:
      25,456

      1. Africa

        1. South African Divers

      2. The Gulf

      3. Red Sea

        1. Red Sea Shadow

      Latest: Tipping on Red Sea liveaboards Adr1an, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:52 PM

    2. 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.
      Discussions:
      15,995
      Messages:
      206,120

      1. General Asia

      2. Greater China

      3. Indonesia

        1. Corona Diving Club

      4. Malaysia and Singapore

      5. Maldives

      6. Philippine Paradise Divers

        1. Dive-O-Rama

      7. Taiwan

      8. Thailand

      9. Japan

      Latest: Two-Fish Sumbawa? Tippytoes12, Oct 18, 2019 at 2:15 AM

    3. 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.
      Discussions:
      5,134
      Messages:
      43,359

      1. Australia

      2. New Zealand

      3. The Pacific Islands

      Latest: Which operator to use ?? Fakarava jjmochi, Oct 16, 2019 at 5:59 PM

    4. 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.
      Discussions:
      6,678
      Messages:
      59,452

      1. Canadian Wreck Preservation

      2. Eastern Canada

      3. Northern Canada

      4. Ontario

        1. Coordinates

        2. SUC

      5. Western Canada

        1. Western Canada Dive Clubs and Groups

          1. Alberta Underwater Council

          2. Southern BC Spyhoppers

          3. U/W Archaeological Society of British Columbia

          4. Victoria Dive Club

      Latest: Victoria Vis conditions? MarkH, Oct 17, 2019 at 10:21 PM

    5. 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.
      Discussions:
      14,564
      Messages:
      147,174

      1. Bahamas

      2. Bermuda

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      Latest: Little Cayman Beach Resort - Trip Report - Sep 2019 caydiver, Oct 17, 2019 at 10:24 PM

    6. 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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      1. Bay Islands

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      Latest: Reef House trip report Oct 5-12 2019 HowDidIGetIntoThis?, Oct 17, 2019 at 10:31 PM

    7. 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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      1. General Europe

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        1. Дайвинг в России

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        1. BeNeLux

      Latest: Ad hoc diving in Cornwall JasmineNeedsGills, Oct 17, 2019 at 6:41 AM

    8. 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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      1. Cozumel

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    9. 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: Dive shop in Rio De Janeiro cariocasubmarino, Oct 16, 2019 at 2:02 AM

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      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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      1. California

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            3. LA Dive and Ride (LADR)

            4. Power Scuba

            5. Roddenberry Dive Team

              1. RDT Dive Trips and Events

              2. RDT Equipment and Merchandise

            6. Sharkbait Dive Club

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        3. California Diving News

      2. Florida

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      3. Hawai'i

        1. Talk Story

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        2. Bay Area Divers

        3. Laredo Scuba Diving Club

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          1. Great Lakes Dive Clubs and Groups

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            4. Urge to Submerge

        2. Kentucky Piranha Patrol

        3. Mid-West Region

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          1. Lake Effect Divers

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        2. Mid-Atlantic States

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          1. Bull City Divers

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        3. Rocky Mountain Region

          1. Rocky Mountain Dive Clubs and Groups

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        4. Southwestern Region

      Latest: Dragon Morays & Harlequin Shrimp marco dickson, Oct 18, 2019 at 2:04 AM

    11. Non-Geographic Clubs

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      1. Dork Divers

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