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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: Looking for dive buddies in north Florida Jaaron82, Jan 26, 2021 at 9:44 PM -
Site Support
The ScubaBoard Support Forum. Post all your questions, suggestions and problems here.
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Latest: How do I change my username? :) RyanT, Jan 26, 2021 at 5:39 PM -
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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ScubaBoard Invasion 2021 Belize
Join us as we go to Belize for an unforgettable trip!
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Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2021 Belize cardzard, Jan 25, 2021 at 5:04 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 Central 2020 Roatan FezUSA, Jan 20, 2021
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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:
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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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Latest: Should I wear a snorkel or not formernuke, Jan 27, 2021 at 8:57 AM -
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: BCD for Winter Storage Colliam7, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:13 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: Things/Accessories you wish you acquired earlier Marie13, Jan 27, 2021 at 10:34 AM -
Accidents and Incidents
This forum is for the discussion of diving Accidents and Incidents and has Special Rules. Please post your surprise, indignation and any memorials in the Passings Forum.
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Latest: Ginnie Springs diver missing - Florida Daedalus, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:30 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: Favorite reel for use with dry gloves? rddvet, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:22 AM -
Rebreather Diving
Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
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Latest: Draeger LAR V (If you have knowledge & experience on the unit) abnfrog, Jan 27, 2021 at 10:19 AM -
Snorkeling / Freediving
Discussions about snorkeling and freediving from recreational fun to a competitive sport!
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Latest: New world record for under-ice swimming Angelo Farina, Jan 21, 2021 at 2:02 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: Check this vintage ad out... dead dog, Jan 26, 2021 at 11:36 PM -
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: Barefoot Waterski Champ Becomes Adaptive Diver After Fall... DiveHeart, Jan 27, 2021 at 10:56 AM -
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: Halcyon Ladies first Ontwreckdiver, Jan 11, 2021 -
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: Chicago Dive Club happy-diver, Jan 21, 2021 at 5:15 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: Looking for a new light...suggestions quite welcome XTAR, Jan 27, 2021 at 12:47 AM -
Apparel
All the latest styles and fashions for today's Scuba Diver...
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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: ScubaPro Hydros Weight Question CaptainChris, Jan 27, 2021 at 1:23 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: Buying first dive computer. Degenerate, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:54 AM -
Compressors, Boosters and Blending Systems
This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
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Latest: How to set the turn-off pressure in a Cornelius ? Externet, Jan 26, 2021 at 5:47 PM -
Dive Propulsion Vehicles
Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooterbut were afraid to ask...
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Latest: Appollo Dpv strait1, Jan 26, 2021 at 8:42 PM -
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: Si-tec vs waterproof silicone neck seal Zef, Jan 27, 2021 at 12:23 PM -
General Scuba Equipment Discussions
Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
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Latest: New Dive Rite CX1: First Impressions and reflections.. crawford, Jan 23, 2021 at 10:54 AM -
Regulators
What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
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Latest: Why I love Atomic jgttrey, Jan 27, 2021 at 8:38 AM -
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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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: SP G250 jam nut 1967Goat, Jan 26, 2021 at 7:42 PM -
Boats and Boating Equipment
Renting a boat? Own your own or perhaps you're considering purchasing a new toy? Talk about it here!
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Latest: Multi-Day Dive Boat Buying Suggestions rjack321, Jan 21, 2021 at 1:03 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: Perdix AI Stolen Robbyg, Jan 12, 2021
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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: Dive Rite wing : disassembly of direct system Searcaigh, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:13 AM
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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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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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Latest: February 29th Chicago dive Expo! Dive Right In Scuba, Feb 19, 2020 -
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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Latest: Assistance in Gathering Diver Log Databases for Research Purposes scubadada, Nov 7, 2020 -
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: PADI Scuba Instructor Deep Blue Long Beach, Dec 11, 2020
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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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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: Socorro Islands aboard the Solmar V dirtfarmer, Jan 26, 2021 at 6:34 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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Latest: Capesante al Forno Bigbella, Jan 24, 2021 at 3:35 PM -
Underwater Treasures
Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
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Latest: Unbelievable Find! Hand Etched Dated Black Glass Mallet Bottle.. Pacediver, Jan 23, 2021 at 2:20 PM -
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: Breathing O2 during surface interval Duke Dive Medicine, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:14 AM
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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: Is diving in Turkey worth it? iskrovska, Jan 21, 2021 at 12:37 PM -
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: Coral Bleaching in Maldives - How Widespread is the Problem? Tippytoes12, Jan 27, 2021 at 12:01 PM -
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: Ex-HMAS Brisbane - 133m long wreck in 5-30m on the Sunshine Coast Divectionist, Jan 25, 2021 at 5:14 AM -
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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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: Non Consecutive day gas packages Mr. Manfrenjensenden, Jan 27, 2021 at 10:45 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: Great Blue Hole Belize what was your experience? Damselfish, Jan 27, 2021 at 12:03 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: Dutch scuba fans? No_Stress, Jan 25, 2021 at 3:35 AM -
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: Uneasy feeling of booking an August trip mediumone, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:56 AM -
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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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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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: Where/when is it safe to dive? Norwegian Cave Diver, Dec 7, 2020
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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: Basic gear from mid-twentieth-century Italy: Mares and Pirelli lowwall, Jan 27, 2021 at 11:05 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: DAN or Aquamed??? ginti, Jan 18, 2021
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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: Truth Aquatics - CASE 2:19-cv-07693 COMPLAINT EXONERATION OF LIABILITY Cert1967, Dec 18, 2020 -
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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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: Infuriating (to me) scuba scene in a car commercial Shasta_man, Jan 21, 2021 at 2:04 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: Fred Lockwood: Total Loss Cooper81, Jan 23, 2021 at 9:29 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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Latest: Retirement job driving dive boats? Ghost95, Jan 3, 2021 -
Commercial Divers
Hard Hat, Saturation and all other types of commercial diving.
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Latest: Warning about dive schools Alex Kral, Aug 7, 2020 -
Public Safety Divers/Search and Rescue
EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here. Also Search and Rescue operations,
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Latest: PLBs Can Save Your Life Dunk_c, Dec 22, 2020
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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: Who's gotten the COVID vaccine? Who's planning to? CaveSloth, Jan 27, 2021 at 10:22 AM -
Dive into Fitness
A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
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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: Show Us Your Diving Bernies Jake 10, Jan 27, 2021 at 9:46 AM -
Kudos
Know someone that did something special? Start a 'Kudos thread' to honor them!
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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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Women's Community Forums
A non-diving related forum for women to discuss women specific things in life.
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Latest: Endometrial Ablation ScubaGalOutToSea, Oct 22, 2019
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