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Express your thoughts on Resources, a new feature introduced in ScubaBoard 2021.
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Discover ScubaBoard
Official ScubaBoard News, FAQs, Site Support, and a place to introduce yourself. Everything you need to take full advantage of ScubaBoard.
Old name: ScubaBoard Central
ScubaBoard Site News
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Introductions & Greets
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Help using ScubaBoard... aka Site Support
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Suggestions (to improve ScubaBoard)
Got ideas how to make ScubaBoard even better? Please post your suggestions 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.- Threads
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ScubaBoard Invasion 2025: Belize
Join the Invasion Crew headed to Belize
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Past ScubaBoard Invasions & Surges
Here are all the former invasions. Come and relive the fun.
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Surges & Invasions, 2000-2019
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Explore Diving
Discuss everything from snorkeling, training, & Basic Scuba through tech diving.
Old name: Scuba Diving Central
New Divers & 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 read the Special Rules before posting.
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Snorkeling & Freediving
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Basic Scuba
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Diving Physics, Physiology, & Medicine
Post information and questions about diving physics, physiology, and medicine here. You can ask questions about medical conditions and suitability for diving in the Diving Medicine Q&A subforum. The Decompression Theory subforum is a great place for advanced discussion on decompression and treatment. These forums were split off from the old Marine Science and Physiology forum. Please read the Special Rules before posting.
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Advanced Scuba
Have a Scuba question that's beyond a 'basic' one but not really 'technical?' Get answers here. Please read the Special Rules before posting.
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Technical Diving
Very advanced and focused aspects of scuba diving which requires technical training. This includes caverns and caves, advanced decompression, and complex dive planning.
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Divers with Disabilities
Discussion about the special needs for those who want to submerge, but have physical or mental limitations.
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Vintage Diving & Equipment
Pre-1980 "Vintage" SCUBA methods and gear. Double hose regulators, horsecollar BC's, to long training programs. Sea Hunt, Jacques Cousteau and the early history of our sport.
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Diving History: Tales from the Abyss
Pioneers, agencies, gear and more: where did they all come from? What can we learn from their history? Old name: History of Scuba Diving: Tales from the Abyss
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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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Accidents, Incidents, & Near Misses
This forum is for the discussion of incidents that are near, on, or under the water that divers can learn from. The main objective is to make us all safer. See the Special Rules. Please post your surprise, indignation, or memorials in the Passings forum.
Old name: Old merged forum name(s): Accidents & Incidents and Near Misses & Lessons Learned
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Scuba Certification Agency Q&A
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. Old name: Q and A for Scuba Certification Agencies
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- SSI: Scuba Schools International
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Diving Activities & Specialties
Underwater photography, hunting (food & treasure), and Science & Conservation
Old name: Underwater Activities and Specialties
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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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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Marine Science & Conservation
Ask questions and share information on physical and biological marine sciences, conservation, and the impacts on divers. This forum has been split off from the old Marine Science and Physiology forum.
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Diving News & Media
News of the industries that serve us and media that interests us.
Old name: The SPG
Dive 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.
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.
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Dive Insurance
A place to discuss Dive Insuramce related matters.
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Diving Litigation
This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
Old name: Scuba Related Court Cases
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Dive Shows & 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. Old name: Shows & Events
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Diving TV & Movies
Post here about what you think on scuba diving in TV & movies on videography, safety diving, ratings, view points, etc... Old name: Scuba Diving TV & Movies
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Diving Print & Digital Media
A place for reviewing books, magazines, cinema and interactive media related to Scuba, Freediving, Oceanography and Limnology.
Old name: Apps, Book & Media Reviews
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Scuba Industry Pros
Scuba Industry Professionals: Instructor to Instructor, Business to Business, and forums dedicated to support diving.
Old name: ScubaBoard Pro
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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Business to Business
This is a PRIVATE forum where recreational diving industry professionals discuss their work. You must Click here to request access.
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Captain to Captain
This is a PRIVATE forum where recreational Captains discuss their work. You must Click here to request access.
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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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Public Safety Divers/Search & Rescue
EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here. Also Search and Rescue operations,
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Marine Science Pros
Do you work in, or want a career in, the marine sciences? Scientists, technicians, educators, boat crews, and students can post information and questions here.
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Regional Forums & Dive Clubs
If there's water or a dive club, we have a forum. Learn about diving around the world.
Africa & 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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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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Australia, New Zealand & 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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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 & 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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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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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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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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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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Dive Travel
Get the inside info from shore diving to luxury liveaboards.
Old name: Travel Related Discussions
General Travel & Vacation Discussions
Have a Travel question? Get a Travel answer here.
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Liveaboards & Charter Boats
Looking for the best way to get away from it all? Liveaboards may be just the ticket! Boats and charters are included here too.
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Trips & Marketplace: Shore based or group trips
Find dive trips (group and singles) or a resort for your next vacation. This forum is open to all members for posting travel related offers. Click here for liveaboard or cruise discussions.
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Diving Gear
Snorkeling through tech diving — historic to the latest.
Old name: The Equipment of Scuba Diving
General Scuba Equipment Discussions
Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
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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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Buoyancy Compensators (BC's) & 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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Computers, Gauges, Watches & 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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Compressors, Boosters & Blending Systems
This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
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Diver Propulsion Vehicles (DPV)
Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooters but were afraid to ask...
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Exposure Suits
Everything you want to know about keeping warm. Wetsuits, drysuits, skins, gloves, hoods, and accessories. Custom and off the rack. Repairs, modifications, and storage.
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Full Face Masks (FFM)
Questions, reviews, training, and information on Full Face Masks used by recreational Scuba divers. Professional related threads should be posted in the Public Safety Divers/Search & Rescue or Commercial Divers.
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Regulators
What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
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Tanks, Valves & 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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Boats & 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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Lost, Found & 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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ScubaBoard Marketplace
The SB Marketplace. Buy, Sell, or Trade with stores and other members.
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
These forums are for buying, selling, or trading items and have special rules.
Members require moderator approval before starting a thread.
This top level forum is closed for posting. Please select one of the appropriate sub-forums to post your classified.
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- Classifieds: Exposure Suits
- Classifieds: Lights
- Classifieds: Other Gear & Multiple Items
- Classifieds: Photography
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- Classifieds: Tanks, Valves & Bands
- Classifieds - Vintage Equipment
- Classifieds: Compressors, Boosters & Parts
- Classifieds: Dive Propulsion Vehicles
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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.
If you own a business: Please contact the ScubaBoard Team if you are interested in adding your company to our Q&A Forums.
If you own a business: Please contact the ScubaBoard Team if you are interested in adding your company to our Q&A Forums.
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Research & 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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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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Diving Gear Manufacturers
Manufacturers Recalls, Q&A, and member supported brands.
Old name: Manufacturers Forums
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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Diving Gear Manufacturers Forums
These forums are for members to discuss brand-specific questions and communicate directly with manufacturers that participate. Think of these forums as a FAQ for the companies listed. Keep in mind that not all companies actively monitor their forum so support may be limited to member-to-member. Please read the special rules.
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- Innovative Scuba Concepts
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- JMJ Wetsuits
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- Leonard Maggiore Opticians
- Light & Motion
- Light Dude
- Liquivision
- Logic Dive Gear
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- MAKO Spearguns
- Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork
- Mares... Just add Water!
- MB-SUB
- Men-Of-Diving
- Nautilus Lifeline
- Nocturnal Lights
- Nuvair
- OrcaTorch
- Ocean Concepts
- Ocean REEF
- Oceanic
- Omega Aquatics
- OTS - Ocean Technology Systems
- Oxycheq
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- Poseidon
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- Rapid Diver
- Reef Safe
- rEvo Rebreathers
- Riffe International
- SANTI Diving Equipment
- Sartek Industries
- Scuba Force
- SCUBALAMP
- SCUBAPRO
- Sea Assassins
- SeaLife
- Sea Vision USA
- Sea&Sea
- See the Sea RX
- Seac
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- Seadoo Seascooters
- Seasoft Scuba
- Seatool USA
- SF Tech Drysuits
- Sharkskin
- Shearwater Research
- Sherwood SCUBA
- Spectrum Diving Equipment
- Stahlsac
- Stream2Sea
- Surface Marker Ltd.
- Suunto
- TECLINE by Scubatech
- Thermalution
- Thermo Valves
- TillyTec
- Tilos
- Titan Dive Gear
- Tovatec
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- USIA
- Vintage Double Hose
- Vision Rebreathers
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- Wetsuit Wearhouse Inc.
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- XS Scuba
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Community Forums
Non-diving discussion, fitness, humor, and Women's forums.
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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Dive into Fitness
A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
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Good Causes, Petitions & Solicitations
A home for good causes, petitions & solicitations.
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Humor, Games, Clips, Yarns & 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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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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A non-diving related forum for women to discuss women specific things in life.
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