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  1. Angelo A DAgostino

    Back to Diving

    Hello folks, It's been about 15 years since I got wet, and I recently renewed my love for diving while on vacation in the Philippines. Trying to introduce my girlfriend to diving; she didn't do so well with the resort introduction, but I think with proper training, I can get her to enjoy the...
  2. S

    Hello...

    Hi everyone, Looking forward to being part of this community. I have been diving (not as much as I would have liked to) since 2014. At the moment I work (pro bono) weekends at a local dive centre in Sesimbra, Portugal, while I under a PADI divemaster course. Reccently, I have been thinking of...
  3. Scuba Soph

    NEW AUSSIE DIVER WITH PLENTY OF QUESTIONS :)

    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...
  4. scubaandbooks

    Casino point diving tips

    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...
  5. scubaandbooks

    Beach diving in OC

    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...
  6. Macabucan

    Learnt to dive while an expat wife in Cayman :)

    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...
  7. Lilium

    Looking for Gear in Bay Islands and Nearby Countries

    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...
  8. Timothy Schofield

    NIKONOS V underwater analogue camera.

    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)...
  9. Divebooker.com

    PADI OWD aboard Carpe Vita in the Maldives

    Get your PADI Open Water Diver Certificate aboard luxurious Liveaboard in the Maldives! [794]=1']Carpe Vita Liveaboard invites to get your first level, PADI OWD, on a 7-night diving trip in the Maldives at 2,363USD. The price includes the course and certificate fees (value 550USD)! Book your...
  10. R

    First dive, no dive buddy. ☹️

    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...
  11. O

    Schoo or instructor in Melbourne.

    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...
  12. J

    Want to learn to Dive - Michigan Detroit Area

    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
  13. Bierstadt

    Getting my First Reg - Need Advice

    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...
  14. R

    Best Divemaster Internships?

    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!
  15. EliseRenee

    Choosing First Fins - Oceanic Manta Ray

    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...
  16. justgohickey

    New to Diving - I want to certify/dive in Key Largo for a couple months

    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...
  17. MermaidLiv

    New to diving, and would love advice.

    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! :)
  18. I

    New diver from London

    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...
  19. Victor Quincy Villero

    New Scientific Diver from Philippines! :)

    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...
  20. Y

    SPG vs. gauge

    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...
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