All my Scuba Diving Articles

Scroll down to browse or choose from the Category list

Scuba Diving Jokes

The oldest Scuba Diving Jokes in the world This page in various versions has been around since my very first scuba diving website.The jokes here (and the graphics) are shamelessly…

Are “Trust Me” Dives safe? The problems of divemaster led dives

Vacation dives, led by a divemaster are the only type of dives that many divers actually do.
Many of these dives become “Trust Me” dives and a lot of divers just don’t appreciate the dangers when a regular “please show me the cool stuff” type of dive become as a “Trust Me” dive.

21 Top Rules for Dive Boat Etiquette

So, you are going on a dive boat for the first time and need to know the basics? If you have been on boats before you probably know some of this, but remember, different boats have different rules.
Unless you want your fellow divers to use you as shark bait there are a few things you need to understand!

Flying after diving, what you need to know

When you took your first Scuba training course you were taught the rules for “flying after diving”. Despite this I meet many divers on vacation who really don’t understand these rules and either miss out on a days diving or put themselves unnecessarily at risk from Decompression Sickness

The definitive guide to buying a Wetsuit.

A wetsuit, while seemingly a pretty simple garment is actually more complicated to buy than what you first believe. Here is the definitive guide to purchasing your ideal wetsuit.

Problems with Your Scuba Mask, are you making these mistakes?

The Scuba Mask seems to be the piece of equipment that causes divers more problems than any other kit.When I am teaching I take time to ensure that my students understand what makes a “good fit” in a Scuba Mask and how to properly adjust a mask.Here are some solutions to problems I have encountered over the years:

Pass on your knowledge: