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Hi guys!! My name is Soph, I’m from south Australia and I’m a new and excited diver. I have soooo many questions left unanswered but I’ll start off by asking whether anyone could recommended to me a good under water camera? I’d like something ideally under $400, which is water proof up to 30m...

Hello! I’m a new OW diver. Technically, I was certified 2 years ago, but I haven’t dove since then. I am going out to casino point with a friend June 2nd, as it was recommended due to the ease of navigation and beginner-friendly site. I was hoping I could get some tips from all of you experts...

Hi All, I’m a new OW diver. I was looking to do my first beach dive this weekend for my birthday. I haven’t dove since I got certified 2 years ago, but I am going out with a friend who is AOW. I was thinking Shaw’s Cove would be a nice place to start. I have heard of places requiring a floatie...

We first lived on Cayman for just 6 months back in 2015. We loved it, and our son was young enough, so we went back for a further 9 month secondment the next year. That second time I decided to see what all the fuss about scuba diving was about :) As much as I love Cayman, there is little to do...

Hey! Just got OW certified in Cozumel a couple of weeks ago, and now I'm about to go to Utila for my AOW. I am planning on diving frequently (over 40 dives in the next month or so alone), mainly in tropical waters, and plan on getting a full kit at some point. I'm currently in Roatan and was...

Hello,I am new to scuba diving, but not to photography. I have purchased a Nikonos v. I am trying to learn as much as possible about this camera. As far as I know I need to replace the o-rings as it has not been used for years and I am the second owner.(Currently waiting for them in the post)...

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Hello all, I was open water certed in May of 2017. I did the cert with my then boyfriend. He is no longer my boyfriend, not ☹️. My problem is I still want to dive but I don’t have a dive buddy. I’m looking for suggestions on how to make that happen. Was thinking about Belize for my first dive...

Hello Guys, I want to start diving soon and I am looking for an instructors or school for my OW course. Specifically, near Melbourne. So far, I have shortlisted the Melbourne Uni Dive Club and Diveline. I am taking my time for choosing the school and buying the personal equipment (Boots, fins...

I want to learn to dive. I live in the Detroit area. Can anyone suggest a good course in the Detroit area to learn to dive. I welcome any other helpful tips for a beginner.. I have done too much surface with a snorkel and ready to take it to the next level.....Thanks - Jason

Hello, I request advice for something solid but entry-level in cost. I am a Great Lakes diver who is getting back into diving after taking my OW course years ago and not doing any diving since until this year. I loathed jacket BCD's so my first acquisition was getting a BP/W from Tobin. Very...

Any advice on dm internships that are out there? I would eventually like to work up to IDC and make a career out of Scuba. I currently have my open water and enriched air certifications. Any advice about anything scuba related would be of great help! Thank you!

Hey guys, I am new to this forum and diving in general, I have completed my PADI open water dive and looking at completing my advanced open water so I can dive a few more of the local spots. However I am going on my first boat dive this week, and after not enjoying the rental gear for my course...

Heeeeeeeeeeeey scubaboard people! My name is Sean and I'm completely new to diving. I heard that Key Largo, FL is the Dive Capital of the world and a great place to get your flippers wet (yeah a bad pun I know). I would love it if someone could direct me to people, dive shops, or communities...

Hey my name is Olivia and I just joined SB. I got certified last May (2016) and realized scuba diving is a dream. Any advice for a new diver or just suggestions on how to make diving a great experience each time? Or just introduce yourself so I get a better feel for this forum! :)

Hi, I'm new to diving and after reading some interesting threads I thought I'd sign up and be more proactive. In October on a holiday in Tenerife I signed up for a discover scuba diving session and I was hooked. Once back in the UK I did my Padi OW, diving in the UK in November is cold! I was...

Hello, guys! I'm Victor from Tacloban City, Leyte, Philippines Presently, I am an Advance Open Water diver with knowledge--and experience--in the identification of key fish, corals & invertebrates species and Reef Check (benthic) survey methodologies through the help of Coral Cay...

For all of my training and rentals so far, I have used a console with an integrated compass. However, now that I am thinking about buying a set of gear, I am considering getting a basic brass and glass SPG and a separate compass, as opposed to a console with a compass integrated within. Do you...

I am a fairly new diver living in the San Diego region, and am currently looking at buying some gear during the holidays. I am planning to purchase gear from the major brands, such as Aqualung, Atomic, and Zeagle, to name a few. I am willing to travel up to Orange County for a day to browse dive...

Hi all! A group of mixed friends/family are planning a trip to dive/snorkel/bird watch/lounge/fish. Some divers (experienced and brand new), some snorkelers, and some beach lizards. Which of these would be best for a diverse group like this? Thanks for the info!