August 3, 2011

Purging Your Mask From Access Water

Author: DiveMaster

If you are an avid diver then you know that there are different types of masks to choose from. You also know how important it is to purge your mask. There are a lot of things that can wrong even for the most experienced divers. Knowing exactly what to do and not panicking is important.

You can purchase a scuba purge mask that has a purge valve for excess water in your mask. The best way to purge your mask is by using a valve. That way it ensures that all the water will be out of your mask. Just remember to stay calm in every situation.


July 20, 2011

Titanium Material Is Best For Knives

Author: DiveMaster

Titanium knives offer really great advantages for certain things. Titanium is best used for diving knives. It has a resistant to corrosion and is light weight. The best knife is one that is made out of 100% titanium.

A titanium diving knife can hold up to saltwater better then other materials. Titanium is also completely non magnetic. Titanium is best used for diving knives. Titanium metal does not make for good kitchen knives.


July 7, 2011

How Far Can You Go

Author: DiveMaster

As a deep water scuba diver you want to know how far down you are diving. That’s the reason that you became a deep water diver to test your limits. You also want to make sure that you have enough oxygen while going so deep down into the ocean. The right type of tool is an important key.

The submersible pressure gauge is a gauge that divers use to monitor the amount of breath that you still have left. It is essential as a diver to have. There are other types of gauges that are grouped in together. Along with the submersible pressure gauge, there are also depth gauges. A depth gauge is used to see how deep down in the ocean you have gone down.


June 23, 2011

Safety Is Most Important

Author: DiveMaster

The ocean can be a beautiful and yet scary place. You never know what you might come across. Being prepared for the unexpected is an important element when you are in the ocean. You really don’t want to be caught off guard.

Having the right type of scuba equipment is an important part while diving. One of the key tools to have is a scuba diving knife. You never know if you will get caught in some sea weed that you might have to cut your way out of. Heaven forbid that you get caught by an unfamiliar fish that thinks you’re his food. Your safety is the most important factor.


May 31, 2011

Not Just Used For Eating

Author: DiveMaster

Traditionally, knives have been used since the beginning of time. You can use a knife for anything. It’s not just used for meals. A knife can be used as a weapon or unlocking a door.

Diving knives are no different.  They can be used for multiple things. The water can be a scary place when you aren’t prepared. Obviously a diving knife is a good weapon to have on you for protection. It can also be used as a tool for digging. It is truly a multi useful tool.


May 17, 2011

View The Under Water Beauty

Author: DiveMaster

When you are diving you want to make sure that you get the most out of the experience. You are going under water to see all the beauty of the ocean. There are so many things to see. The colors, alone are amazing.

There are different choices when you pick out a dive mask. Older masks have one big window. The more modern masks have two windows. One for each eye, these are best if you are planning to wear contacts. You can purchase a silicone diving mask. These are best if you are planning to go snorkeling instead of diving. These are just a few to choose from.  Whichever you choose you will not be disappointed.


May 10, 2011

Hawaii

Author: DiveMaster

On my 30th birthday my husband and a group of our friends took a trip to Maui. We stayed for two weeks. It was so beautiful. We signed up for quite a few excursions. We took a bike ride down a volcano and went to a luau.

The best part of the trip was when we went snorkeling. I had never been. I was quite nervous at first. Just putting on the snorkeling gear was scary enough. The instructor was very nice and informative of what to do. He made the snorkeling trip very memorable, especially when he informed us that we would be charged $300 if we touched a sea turtle.


April 26, 2011

New Hobby

Author: DiveMaster

With any new hobby, it is important that you get the all the information ahead of time. That goes for anything. If you were to start ballroom dancing, you would make sure that you had the right type of shoes. Say you started mountain bike riding. You would need the right type of mountain bike.

It’s no different for diving. Making sure that you have the right dive equipment is important. You would need to make sure the mask fits well and that you had the right type of dive boots. It is important to make sure that you are prepared for anything. Preparation and research is important to starting any new hobby.


April 8, 2011

Dos and Don’ts of Scuba Diving

Author: DiveMaster

When it comes to scuba diving there are several dos and don’ts to keep in mind. Do make sure you are physically capable of making the dive. Do make sure your certification is up-to-date. Do have a diving partner for safety reasons. Keep visuals with your partner at all times.

Do have a check list for all your important items, like a compass, regulator, mask, diving fins, a scuba diving knife, and more. Don’t drink any alcohol before diving. Don’t forget to tell someone on land where you will be diving and for how long you’ll be gone. Don’t eat a big meal before you dive. Doing so can lead to cramps and potentially getting sick in your mouthpiece, making it difficult to breathe.


March 25, 2011

Teen Becomes Youngest Antarctic Diver

Author: DiveMaster

Evan Bozanic, 13, recently became the youngest diver to dive south of the Antarctic Circle. Considering the danger of the feat and the fact that he is so young makes it all the more remarkable. Bozanic got his first taste of diving when he was a four month old infant. His father, a marine scientist, submerged the infant in an open bell helmet that had been specially designed.

In recounting his first attempt at scuba diving, Bozanic said that he was terrified of anything hurting, so wound up going kayaking instead. Obviously, that fear wore off. For the Antarctic dive Bozanic had to wear scuba dive boots and a dry suit under his wet suit to help combat the cold. A chill still set in, but the teen accomplished his goal and is now looking for the next adventure.