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  1. ScubaBoard Central

    1. ScubaBoard Site News

      Check here for official ScubaBoard Announcements.
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      Latest: ScubaBoard needs a few Web Smiths... The Chairman, Jun 27, 2020

    2. Introductions and Greets

      New to Scuba? Or maybe just new to these forums? Well, by all means, start off here with a quick hello to introduce yourself. We promise, we don't bite... much...
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      Latest: Dangerous Scuba Instructor pauldw, Jul 6, 2020 at 5:43 PM

    3. Site Support

      The ScubaBoard Support Forum. Post all your questions, suggestions and problems here.
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      Messages:
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      1. Feedback

      2. Suggestions

      3. Photo Gallery

      4. Testing Forum

      Latest: How do you start ScubaBoard? TMHeimer, Jul 5, 2020 at 5:25 PM

    4. 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.
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      Latest: Helen Rider АлександрД, Jun 24, 2020

    5. ScubaBoard Articles

      Comments from our article portal.
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      Latest: Best Buoyancy Solutions For Underwater Cameras MaxBottomtime, Jun 30, 2020 at 12:38 PM

    6. ScubaBoard Invasion 2020 Roatan

      ScubaBoard's Upcoming Invasion to Anthony's Key, Roatan
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      Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2020 Roatan dbnewton, Jun 10, 2020

    7. ScubaBoard Surge 2021 Belize

      ScubaBoard's upcoming Surge to Belize
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      Latest: ScubaBoard SURGE Central 2021 Belize DebbyDiver, Jul 5, 2020 at 3:16 AM

    8. Past ScubaBoard Invasions & Surges

      Here are all the former invasions. Come and relive the fun.
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      1. ScubaBoard Surge 2015 Curacao

      2. Invade Cozumel 2012

      3. Invade Bonaire, 2013

      4. Invade Cozumel 2011

      5. ScubaBoard Invasion 2014

      6. ScubaBoard Invasion 2015 Cozumel

      7. ScubaBoard Invasion 2017 Roatan

      8. ScubaBoard Invasion 2019 Fiji

      9. ScubaBoard Invasion 2016 Philippines

      10. ScubaBoard Surge 2020 Little Cayman

      11. ScubaBoard Surge 2019 Curacao

      12. ScubaBoard Surge 2017 Cayman Brac

      13. ScubaBoard Surge 2018: Bonaire!

      14. ScubaBoard Invasion 2018 Cozumel

      Latest: ScubaBoard SURGE 2020 Sponsors CBPaige, Jun 11, 2020

  2. Scuba Diving Central

    1. Q and A for Scuba Certification Agencies

      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.
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      1. AUSI: Associated Underwater Scuba Instructors

      2. CMAS AMERICAS

      4. HSA: Handicapped Scuba Association

      5. ISE: InnerSpace Explorers

      6. NACD: National Association for Cave Diving

      7. NASE

      8. NSS-CDS: National Speleological Society - Cave Div

      9. RAID

      10. SDI/TDI/ERDI

      11. SeaSigns

      12. SEI Diving

      13. SNSI: Scuba and Nitrox Safety International

      14. SSI: Scuba Schools International

      15. UTD: Unified Team Diving

      Latest: GUE fundamentals, tec pass? Degenerate, Jul 6, 2020 at 2:09 PM

    2. New Divers and 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 note: This forum has special rules. This forum is intended to be a very friendly, "flame free zone" where divers of any skill level may ask questions about basic scuba topics without fear of being accosted. Please show respect and courtesy at all times. Remember that the inquirer is looking for answers that they can understand. This is a learning zone and consequently, any off-topic or overly harsh responses will be removed. This forum is not open for threads offering goods or services.
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      Messages:
      202,094
      Latest: Is there anyway to be involved/support the diving community without actually diving? Subcooled, Jul 5, 2020 at 5:02 PM

    3. Basic Scuba Discussions

      Have a Scuba related question? Get a Scuba related answer here. Please note: This forum has special rules. This forum is intended to be a very friendly, "flame free zone" where divers of any skill level may ask questions about basic scuba topics without fear of being accosted. Please show respect and courtesy at all times. Remember that the inquirer is looking for answers that they can understand. This is a learning zone and consequently, any off-topic or overly harsh responses will be removed. This forum is not open for threads offering goods or services.
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      1. Diving Into New Gear

      2. Dive Flag Awareness

      3. Going Pro

      Latest: My Drysuit Experience w/o Course rjgiddings, Jul 6, 2020 at 8:30 PM

    4. Advanced Scuba Discussions

      Have a Scuba question that's beyond a 'basic' one but not really 'technical?' Get it answered here.
      Please note: See the Special Forum Rules / Terms of Service thread. This forum is not open for threads offering goods or services.
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      Messages:
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      1. Solo Divers

      2. Wreck Diving

        1. Wreck Exploration and Expeditions

        2. Artificial Reefs

      3. Sidemount Diving

      Latest: Pony Bottle / Stage Bottle / Decompression Bottle. What's the difference? James79, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:00 PM

    5. Accidents and Incidents

      This forum is for the discussion of diving Accidents and Incidents and has Special Rules. Please post your surprise, indignation and any memorials in the Passings Forum.
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      1. Near Misses and Lessons Learned

      Latest: Hooked at 100 feet - Lulu wreck, Alabama Shasta_man, Jul 6, 2020 at 7:48 PM

    6. Technical Diving Specialties

      More advanced and focused aspects of scuba diving which require technical training. This ranges from caverns and caves, wreck penetrations to decompression diving and everything in between.
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      1. Advanced Diver Magazine

      2. Cave Diving

        2. Trips and Marketplace... Cave Diving

      3. DIR

        1. Trips and Marketplace... DIR

      4. Hogarthian Diving

      5. Tech Trip Reports

      Latest: Boat diving.Do we have it all wrong?! KWS, Jul 6, 2020 at 9:13 PM

    7. Rebreather Diving

      Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
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      Latest: Navy Clear on Causes of Physiological Events in Pilots; Final Recommendations Released for PE Mitiga John C. Ratliff, Jul 6, 2020 at 9:45 PM

    8. Snorkeling / Freediving

      Discussions about snorkeling and freediving from recreational fun to a competitive sport!
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      Latest: Culture of Jeju Haenyeo (Women Divers) John C. Ratliff, Jul 1, 2020 at 9:39 PM

    9. Vintage Equipment Diving

      Pre-1980 "Vintage" SCUBA Gear, including Double Hose Regulators, Conshelfs, Voit, Aquamaster, Horsecollar BC's and other classic pieces of gear. Sea Hunt, Jacques Cousteau and the early history of this great sport.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      26,635
      Latest: Diving was Big Before Scuba JMBL, Jul 1, 2020 at 11:47 AM

    10. Divers with Disabilities

      Discussion about the special needs for those who want to submerge, but have physical or mental limitations.
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      2,592
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      1. Diveheart

      Latest: Business Radio Show Features Diveheart... DiveHeart, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:25 AM

    11. 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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      Latest: The fun side of “women’s issues” dry suits and long boat rides ScubaSam, May 19, 2020

    12. LGBTQIA and Friends perspectives

      This is a forum where our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer/questioning, intersexual, and asexual (LGBTQIA) members are welcome to talk about ideas, concerns, and anything surrounding diving that their LGBTQIA counterparts may not experience, or care about. Please note: This forum has special rules..
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      Latest: Diving suit colour Pubdraft, May 17, 2020

  3. The Equipment of Scuba Diving

    1. 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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      1. Gear Bags and Cases

      2. Knives and Cutting Tools

      3. Lift Bags, SMBs and Reels

      4. Lights

      Latest: Any advice for choosing a light ? More details inside the post ! Boston Breakwater, Jul 5, 2020 at 6:45 PM

    2. Apparel

      All the latest styles and fashions for today's Scuba Diver...
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      1. Chammyz

      2. Scuba Do Rag

      Latest: A Really Smelly Neoprene Suit ~ help! Resqdivemedic, Jun 25, 2020

    3. Buoyancy Compensators (BC's) and 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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      Latest: What kind of LP Inflator Hose do I need - Diverite Transpac drk5036, Jul 6, 2020 at 9:30 PM

    4. Computers, Gauges, Watches and 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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      1. Dive Software

      Latest: Dive computer help! Narrowed down to 3, sort of... davehicks, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:20 PM

    5. Compressors, Boosters and Blending Systems

      This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
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      Latest: Leaky Moisture Trap? iain/hsm, Jul 4, 2020 at 6:17 PM

    6. Dive Propulsion Vehicles

      Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooterbut were afraid to ask...
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      Latest: Compass Mounts for Black-Tip Scooters pauldw, Jul 6, 2020 at 6:45 PM

    7. Exposure Suits

      Custom or off the rack? Wet or Dry? Skins! Find everything you want to know about exposure suits.
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      Latest: The sad plight of the middle aged Jayfarmlaw, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:18 PM

    8. Fins, Masks and Snorkels

      The inside scoop on this basic gear.
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      Latest: Broken Buckle James79, Jul 6, 2020 at 7:23 AM

    9. General Scuba Equipment Discussions

      Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
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      Latest: Pony Reg. Problem TMHeimer, Jul 5, 2020 at 8:40 PM

    10. Regulators

      What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
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      Latest: Look what came in the mail today. scubafanatic, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:10 PM

    11. Tanks, Valves and Bands

      Big tanks, small tanks, steel tanks, aluminum tanks and pony bottles. Find out which one is right for you.
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      Latest: Help ID cylinder...Faber 6.75 dia steel HP Larry273, Jul 6, 2020 at 6:00 PM

    12. 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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      1. Making your own Gear

        1. 3D Printing, Laser and CNC

      2. Repairing your own Gear

      Latest: BCD Lash Tab Replacement VsubT, Jul 6, 2020 at 6:52 PM

    13. Boats and 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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      1. Dive Modifications

      2. Equipment & Maintenance

      3. Inflatables, RIB's, Dinghy's and Kayaks

      Latest: Some Boat Questions: 100days-a-year, Jul 4, 2020 at 9:13 AM

    14. Lost, Found and 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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      Latest: Lost, red&black fin, pompano fl Nathan Doty, Jun 28, 2020

  4. Manufacturers Forums

    1. 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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      Latest: Atomic regulator hose recall DrMack, Nov 24, 2019

    2. Q and A for Scuba Manufacturers

      A place where SB users can communicate directly with manufacturers of scuba equipment and accessories! Think of these forums as a FAQ for many of the companies listed. Keep in mind that some manufacturers are busy people, and can take up to a few days to respond to your question. This forum has special rules.
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      1. Analox Analysers

      2. Apeks

      3. Aqua Lung

      4. Armor Bags

      5. Dive Assure

      6. Cochran Undersea Technology

      7. Deep 6 Gear

      8. Deep Sea Supply

      9. Desert Star Systems

      10. DiveNav

      11. Dive Rite

      12. DUI

      13. Edge Gear

      14. Fantasea Line

      15. Force Fin

      16. Genesis

      17. Golem Gear

      18. Halcyon

      19. Ikelite

      20. Innovative Scuba Concepts

      21. Intova

      22. Lavacore

      23. Leonard Maggiore Opticians

      24. Light and Motion

      25. Light Dude

      26. Logic Dive Gear

      27. MAKO Spearguns

      28. Mares... Just add Water!

      29. Nautilus Lifeline

        1. Lifeline Tech Support Forum

      30. Ocean Concepts

      31. Ocean REEF

      32. OrcaTorch

      33. OTS - Ocean Technology Systems

      34. Oxycheq

      35. Reef Safe

      36. Paralenz

      37. Poseidon

      38. Princeton Tec

      39. SANTI Diving Equipment

      40. Scuba Force

      41. SCUBALAMP

      42. SCUBAPRO

      43. Sea&Sea

      44. See the Sea RX

      45. Seadoo Seascooters

      46. SeaLife

      47. Seasoft Scuba

      48. Shearwater Research

        1. Shearwater Cloud

      49. Sherwood SCUBA

      50. Suunto

      51. Tribolube

      52. TUSA

      53. Vintage Double Hose

      54. Vivid Pix

      55. Waterproof

      56. Wetwear

      57. Whites Manufacturing

        1. Whites Team Diver & Research Corner

      58. XS Scuba

      59. Xtar

      60. Your Bag Tag

      Latest: Force Fin Designs Bob Evans, Jul 6, 2020 at 3:12 PM

  5. ScubaBoard Marketplace

    1. 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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      Latest: MAKO: Dive Parka and Dive/Surf Poncho GirlonFire, Jun 30, 2020 at 1:19 AM

    2. ScubaBoard's Classified Section

      You are in the ScubaBoard Classified Items section. This area is for buying, selling, or trading of items. This forum has special rules

      Buy, Sell, or Trade gear or other items.

      This top level forum is closed for posting. Please select one of the appropriate sub-forums to post your classified.
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      Messages:
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      1. Classifieds: BCD's and Weight Systems

      2. Classifieds: Masks, Fins and Snorkels

      3. Classifieds: Computers, Gauges, Watches, Analyzers

      4. Classifieds: Exposure Suits

      5. Classifieds: Lights

      6. Classifieds: Other Gear and Multiple Items

      7. Classifieds: Photography

      8. Classifieds: Regulators

      9. Classifieds: Tanks, Valves and Bands

      10. Classifieds - Vintage Equipment

      11. Classifieds: Compressors, Boosters and Parts

      12. Classifieds: Dive Propulsion Vehicles

      13. Classifieds: Rebreathers

      14. Classifieds: Videography

      15. Classifieds: Miscellaneous Items

      Latest: Worthington Doubles LP 95s or 108s (willing to trade Faber LP 95s) Scuba Steve MI, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:17 PM

    3. 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.
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      1. Dive Right in Scuba

      Latest: February 29th Chicago dive Expo! Dive Right In Scuba, Feb 19, 2020

    4. Research and 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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      Latest: Full face mask idea, add on or feature.... wstorms, Jul 2, 2020 at 8:12 AM

    5. 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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      Messages:
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      1. Help Wanted

      2. Seeking Employment

      Latest: Jupiter Dive Center PADI Instructor/DiveMaster NothingClever, Jun 28, 2020

  6. Underwater Activities and Specialties

    1. 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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      Messages:
      245,358

      2. Strobes and Lighting

      3. Photo Contests Around the World...

      4. Tips and Techniques

        1. Digital Darkroom

          1. Darkroom Tutorials

      5. Members Marine Art

      6. The Canon Corner

      7. The Nikon Niche

      8. The Olympus Outlet

      9. Panasonic Planet

      10. The SeaLife Station

      11. Sea&Sea Society

      12. Sony Snappers

      13. Q&A For Photography Equipment Manufacturers

      Latest: Experience with A6XXX for macro? j0rd1, Jul 6, 2020 at 7:37 PM

    2. 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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      6,492
      Messages:
      48,261

      2. U/W Videos

      3. GoPro and Action Cams

      4. Production

      Latest: Amazon River Pink Dolphins chillyinCanada, Jul 6, 2020 at 2:40 AM

    3. Underwater Hunting

      Spearfishing, underwater fishing, lobstering, hunting and gathering underwater - it's all here. Come share your fish tales, photos, tips and techniques!
      Discussions:
      2,417
      Messages:
      18,337
      Latest: 1st Tuna Grand Slam Open! virgili, Jun 14, 2020

    4. Underwater Treasures

      Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      12,244
      Latest: Divers in Mexico Discover Prehistoric Industrial Complex garyh, Jul 5, 2020 at 2:37 PM

    5. Marine Science and Physiology

      Post all medical questions related to decompression or diving here. Questions and discussions about the marine life we love to share the ocean with and how to protect them are also welcome.
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      Messages:
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      1. Ask Dr. Decompression

      2. Diving Medicine

      3. Marine Life and Ecosystems

        1. Dive Dry with Dr. Bill

      4. Name that Critter

      5. Ocean Conservation

      7. REEF

      8. Sea Save Foundation

      9. Shark Forum!

      10. We Are Water Project!

      Latest: Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine Journal articles on Pubmed Central Duke Dive Medicine, Jul 6, 2020 at 4:38 PM

  7. Regional Forums and Dive Clubs

    1. Africa and 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.
      Discussions:
      3,183
      Messages:
      26,292

      1. Africa

        1. South African Divers

      2. The Gulf

      3. Red Sea

        1. Red Sea Shadow

      Latest: Red Sea (Egypt) closed (covid-19 confined) Ministryofgiraffes, Jul 6, 2020 at 8:46 PM

    2. 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.
      Discussions:
      16,349
      Messages:
      212,100

      1. General Asia

      2. Greater China

      3. Indonesia

        1. Corona Diving Club

      4. Japan

      5. Malaysia and Singapore

      6. Maldives

      7. Philippine Paradise Divers

        1. Dive-O-Rama

      8. South Korea

      9. Taiwan

      10. Thailand

      Latest: Pulau Hantu - Recommendations? zenvagabond, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:06 PM

    3. Australia, New Zealand and 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.
      Discussions:
      5,213
      Messages:
      44,011

      1. Australia

      2. New Zealand

      3. The Pacific Islands

      Latest: Best time of year for South West Rocks? Thrawn7, Jun 19, 2020

    4. 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.
      Discussions:
      6,751
      Messages:
      60,062

      1. Canadian Wreck Preservation

      2. Eastern Canada

      3. Northern Canada

      4. Ontario

        1. Coordinates

        2. SUC

      5. Western Canada

        1. Western Canada Dive Clubs and Groups

          1. Alberta Underwater Council

          2. Southern BC Spyhoppers

          3. U/W Archaeological Society of British Columbia

          4. Victoria Dive Club

      Latest: Prarie diver hits 100 CanadaDan, Jul 6, 2020 at 11:51 AM

    5. Greater Caribbean and 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.
      Discussions:
      14,804
      Messages:
      151,520

      1. Bahamas

      2. Bermuda

      3. Greater Antilles

        1. Cayman Islands

      4. Lesser Antilles

        1. Curaçao

        2. Bonaire

      Latest: Traveling to Bahamas Saniflush, Jul 6, 2020 at 1:59 PM

    6. 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.
      Discussions:
      6,750
      Messages:
      67,633

      1. Bay Islands

      2. Belize

      Latest: Getting “economic stimulus relief” to our friends in Roatan kelemvor, Jul 2, 2020 at 1:00 PM

    7. 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.
      Discussions:
      2,049
      Messages:
      13,561

      1. General Europe

      2. Central and Eastern Europe

        1. Дайвинг в России

      3. Scandinavia

      4. British Isles

      5. Western Europe

        1. BeNeLux

      Latest: Diving in Estonia Sbiriguda, Jun 25, 2020

    8. 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!
      Discussions:
      16,363
      Messages:
      251,588

      1. Cozumel

      Latest: 6/27-7/4 Trip Report Pillpusher, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:14 PM

    9. South America

      From Colombia to Venezuela, Brazil and Argentina whilst not forgetting the Galapagos Islands, Easter Island as well as the Falkland Islands.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      6,622
      Latest: MALPELO review on the Ferox liveaboard outofofficebrb, Jun 17, 2020

    10. 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.
      Discussions:
      80,482
      Messages:
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      1. California

        1. NorCal

        2. SoCal

          1. SoCal Dive Site Reviews

          2. SoCal Dive Clubs and Groups

            1. Beach Crabs

            2. Laguna Sea Dwellers

            3. LA Dive and Ride (LADR)

            4. Power Scuba

            5. Roddenberry Dive Team

              1. RDT Dive Trips and Events

              2. RDT Equipment and Merchandise

            6. Sharkbait Dive Club

            7. Slippery When Wet Divers

            8. SOCDC

        3. California Diving News

      2. Florida

        2. Florida Dive Clubs and Groups

          1. Florida Kayak Divers

          2. Englewood Dive Club

          3. The Greater Tampa Bay Area

          4. Lake County Golden Triangle Scuba Group

          5. Lake Mary Dive Club

          6. Venice Fossil Divers

          7. Vero Beach Scuba Club

          8. South Florida Divers, Inc. Private Area

      3. Hawai'i

        1. Talk Story

        2. Local Reference

      4. Texas

        1. City of Houston Underwater Mariners - CHUM

        2. Bay Area Divers

        3. Laredo Scuba Diving Club

      5. Central United States

        1. Great Lakes Wrecking Crew

          1. Great Lakes Dive Clubs and Groups

            1. Chicago Aquanauts Scuba Association

            2. Grand Rapids Scuba Club

            3. Michigan Lake Divers

            4. Urge to Submerge

        2. Kentucky Piranha Patrol

        3. Mid-West Region

      6. North Eastern United States

        1. New England

          1. Dive Club of Rhode Island

        2. Pennsylvania / New York / New Jersey

          1. Lake Effect Divers

      7. South Eastern United States

        1. Deep Dixie Divers

          1. Deep Dixie Dive Clubs and Groups

            1. Blackbeard's Scuba Club

            2. Atlanta Reef Dwellers

            3. Gulf Coast Diving Society

            4. Lake Lanier Looney Birds

            5. West Florida Dive Club

        2. Mid-Atlantic States

        3. North Carolina

          1. Bull City Divers

      8. Western United States

        1. Alaska

        2. Pacific Northwest

        3. Rocky Mountain Region

          1. Rocky Mountain Dive Clubs and Groups

            1. Dive Addicts Anonymous

            2. FROGs

            3. Shark Bait Dive Club

        4. Southwestern Region

      Latest: Florida Dive Trip June 27 to July 7, 2020 Trailboss123, Jul 6, 2020 at 5:24 PM

    11. Non-Geographic Clubs

      Clubs and travel groups that span the world including our singles group, the grumpy old divers and all military divers!
      Discussions:
      455
      Messages:
      11,569

      1. Dork Divers

      2. Grumpy Old Divers

      3. Military Divers

      4. Worldwide Christian Scuba Diving Organization

      Latest: 65+ Grumpy Old Divers (or NOT Grumpy) Perryed, May 28, 2020

  8. The SPG

    1. History of Scuba Diving: Tales from the Abyss

      Pioneers, agencies, gear and more: where did they all come from? What can we learn from their history?
      Discussions:
      172
      Messages:
      2,923

      1. Avenue of the Divers: Scuba Legends & Pioneers

      2. History of Diving Gear

      3. History of Diving Museum

      Latest: Basic gear from mid-twentieth-century Italy: Cressi David Wilson, Jul 5, 2020 at 6:40 AM

    2. Scuba 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.
      Discussions:
      1,632
      Messages:
      5,813
      Latest: How to Engage Younger People in Diving? greeniguana, Jun 30, 2020 at 7:38 AM

    3. Dive Insurance

      A place to discuss Dive Insuramce related matters.
      Discussions:
      34
      Messages:
      885
      Latest: Non Resident of Canada chillyinCanada, Jun 18, 2020

    4. Scuba Related Court Cases

      This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
      Discussions:
      168
      Messages:
      10,836
      Latest: Crew member sues Conception EWC, Jul 4, 2020 at 6:29 AM

    5. Shows and 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.
      Discussions:
      1,215
      Messages:
      8,769
      Latest: “Fehurihi - Whale shark” - Film Premiere (Online Screening) Mon, June 8, 2020 9:00 PM CEST JustSurfaceInterval, Jun 5, 2020

    6. Scuba Diving TV & Movies

      Post here about what you think on scuba diving in TV & movies on videography, safety diving, ratings, view points, etc...
      Discussions:
      398
      Messages:
      3,968
      Latest: New Old Documentary on the World Aquanaut Security Patrol kelemvor, Jun 26, 2020

    7. Apps, Book and Media Reviews

      A place for reviewing books, cinema and interactive media related to Scuba, Free Diving, Oceanography and Limnology.
      Discussions:
      604
      Messages:
      4,816
      Latest: Website / App to explore sites & find centers to dive them descend, Jun 30, 2020 at 4:56 PM

  9. ScubaBoard Pro

    1. 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.
      Discussions:
      57
      Messages:
      714
      Latest: Why do Dive Centers and Professionals do it to themselves? Gary_Ward, Jun 30, 2020 at 1:44 PM

    2. Becoming a Captain

      What's behind the myth, legend and anecdotes about becoming a licensed Captain.
      Discussions:
      60
      Messages:
      524

      1. Trips and Marketplace for Captains

      Latest: Retirement job driving dive boats? Superlyte27, Mar 14, 2020

    3. Commercial Divers

      Hard Hat, Saturation and all other types of commercial diving.
      Discussions:
      358
      Messages:
      3,234
      Latest: Transitioning from Tech to Commercial Rich Keller, Jun 6, 2020

    4. Public Safety Divers/Search and Rescue

      EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here. Also Search and Rescue operations,
      Discussions:
      1,671
      Messages:
      16,007

      1. Search and Rescue

        1. Resource Lists

      2. Training, Practices and Equipment

      3. Dive Related Accidents and Problems

      4. Ideas and Stories

      Latest: PLBs Can Save Your Life DandyDon, Jul 6, 2020 at 10:52 AM

  10. Community Forums

    1. 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.
      Discussions:
      8,596
      Messages:
      163,327

      1. Storm Watch

        1. Tsunami

      Latest: So What Is Everyone Doing To Pass Time Hoag, Jul 3, 2020 at 2:28 PM

    2. Dive into Fitness

      A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
      Discussions:
      866
      Messages:
      17,624

      1. Diet strategies

      2. Strength Conditioning and Exercise

      3. Special Needs

      4. SB Fitness Challenge

      5. Food and Recipes

      Latest: What to feed "Sea Monkeys." Ripley, Jun 1, 2020

    3. Good Causes, Petitions and Solicitations

      A home for good causes, petitions & solicitations.
      Discussions:
      696
      Messages:
      6,302

      1. Kimber Watch

      2. Matt the Aquaman

      3. SUDS - Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Scuba

        1. OBT - Planning & Scheming

      4. Project AWARE

      Latest: This Saturday Panama City Beach DGRHRT, Jun 17, 2020

    4. Humor, Games, Clips, Yarns and 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!
      Discussions:
      1,808
      Messages:
      166,654

      1. Scuba Poetry

      Latest: Solo Dive Boat CT-Rich, Jul 5, 2020 at 9:00 AM

    5. Kudos

      Know someone that did something special? Start a 'Kudos thread' to honor them!
      Discussions:
      872
      Messages:
      5,136
      Latest: "Your Instructor" CoDiver303, Jun 20, 2020

    6. 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.
      Discussions:
      244
      Messages:
      2,705
      Latest: myadventuresinscuba.blogspot.com senorteem, Jun 22, 2019

    7. Women's Community Forums

      A non-diving related forum for women to discuss women specific things in life.
      Discussions:
      135
      Messages:
      4,075
      Latest: Endometrial Ablation ScubaGalOutToSea, Oct 22, 2019