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ScubaBoard Site News
Check here for official ScubaBoard Announcements.
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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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Site Support
The ScubaBoard Support Forum. Post all your questions, suggestions and problems here.
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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: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2018 Cozumel snowdog61, Oct 20, 2017 at 7:41 AM
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ScubaBoard Surge 2018: Bonaire!
Where's it gonna be? You'll have to watch this forum to find out.
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Past ScubaBoard Invasions & Surges
Here are all the former invasions. Come and relive the fun.
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Latest: Free NASE Nitrox certification course at Roatan Invasion 2017 urbaneve71, Oct 6, 2017
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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?
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Latest: A Brief History of Diving (before 1943) compressor, Oct 16, 2017 at 5:31 PM -
Scuba Industry News
Find the latest announcements and information with regard to what's happening in the Scuba industry.
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Scuba Related Court Cases
This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
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Latest: Sotis article Libya related Caveeagle, Oct 15, 2017 at 6:47 PM -
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.
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Latest: Charlotte, NC Area Dive Symposium with Richie Kohler 11 NOV 17 NSDQ, Oct 17, 2017 at 1:01 PM -
Scuba Diving TV & Movies
Post here about what you think on scuba diving in TV & movies on videography, safety diving, ratings, view points, etc...
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Book and Media Reviews
A place for reviewing books, cinema and interactive media related to Scuba, Free Diving, Oceanography and Limnology.
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Latest: Diving books recomendation Trailboss123, Oct 19, 2017 at 7:18 PM
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Q and A for Scuba Certification Agencies
This is the place to ask that Dive Agency about their classes!
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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.- Discussions:
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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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Advanced Scuba Discussions
Have a Scuba question that's beyond a 'basic' one but not really 'technical?' Get it answered here.
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Latest: Is there any scientific evidence that safety stop decrease DCS risks? clownfishsydney, Oct 20, 2017 at 11:15 PM -
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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Latest: I finally bought a house in Cave Country! W00T!!! The Chairman, Oct 20, 2017 at 8:54 PM -
Rebreather Diving
Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
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Latest: CCR - SCR Mode KenGordon, Oct 19, 2017 at 5:03 PM -
Snorkeling / Freediving
Discussions about snorkeling and freediving from recreational fun to a competitive sport!
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Latest: Free diving in Jet Fins? Eric Sedletzky, Oct 20, 2017 at 10:50 PM -
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.
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Latest: Back issues of Historical Diving Societies' journals regulator bj, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:48 AM -
Divers with Disabilities
Discussion about the special needs for those who want to submerge, but have physical or mental limitations.
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Latest: what is a Gold Star Family...and what sacrifice do they make for the freedom of humanity? Francesea, Oct 20, 2017 at 12:57 AM -
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: What's in your bag, travel tips & tricks. Choco.A, Oct 19, 2017 at 7:11 AM -
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: Be Cautious Diving and Traveling Abroad CanadaDan, Sep 22, 2017 -
Accidents and Incidents
This forum is for the discussion of diving Accidents and Incidents and has Special Rules. Please read the Special Rules at the top of the forum before posting threads or responses. Please post your surprise, indignation and any memorials in the Passings Forum.
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Latest: Bad buddies... nolatom, Oct 20, 2017 at 5:05 PM
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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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Latest: If you could only buy one lens, which one? MaxBottomtime, Oct 20, 2017 at 3:09 PM -
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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Latest: 250 Cow nosed rays in Komodo with a GH5 stphnmartin, Oct 20, 2017 at 7:48 PM -
Underwater Hunting
Spearfishing, underwater fishing, lobstering, hunting and gathering underwater - it's all here. Come share your fish tales, photos, tips and techniques!
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Latest: Lobster Hunting Dive Buddy Wanted Solitudecity, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:13 PM -
Underwater Treasures
Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
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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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Latest: Saw my first sea spider (pycnogonid) chris_the_brit, Oct 20, 2017 at 10:48 PM
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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.
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Becoming a Captain
What's behind the myth, legend and anecdotes about becoming a licensed Captain.
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Commercial Divers
Hard Hat, Saturation and all other types of commercial diving.
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Public Safety Divers
EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here.
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Latest: Buffalo PD URT Incident Dizzi Lizzi, Oct 20, 2017 at 3:09 PM
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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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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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Latest: Atmos Pro door hatch Shell67, Oct 20, 2017 at 10:58 PM
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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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Latest: High(er) end canister? lucca brassi, Oct 20, 2017 at 7:36 AM -
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: Ankle weights runsongas, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:39 PM -
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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Latest: Suunto EON Core? Where did this come from? BurhanMuntasser, Oct 20, 2017 at 3:40 PM -
Compressors, Boosters and Blending Systems
This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
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Latest: Anyone heard of L&W compressors? Yasmin Santos, Oct 20, 2017 at 11:52 AM -
Diver Propulsion Vehicles
Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooterbut were afraid to ask...
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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: Deep Six Outfitters Eddy Fin CAPTAIN SINBAD, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:45 AM
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General Scuba Equipment Discussions
Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
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Regulators
What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
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Latest: Another "buying my first regulator" thread stuartv, Oct 20, 2017 at 10:55 PM -
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: Empty tank storage procedure? guruboy, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:12 PM -
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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Boats and Boating
Renting a boat? Own your own or perhaps you're considering purchasing a new toy? Talk about it here!
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Latest: Santi Smart Seals and Kubi system MarkusBauermann, Oct 15, 2017 at 12:11 PM -
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 GoPro session 5 at Dutch springs PA dsmith1591, Oct 17, 2017 at 11:16 PM
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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.
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Latest: New Year Mini Safari Diving Star Center, Oct 20, 2017 at 2:40 PM -
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.
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Latest: Andaman Sea Dive Spots from the Phuket Region Umuntu, Oct 20, 2017 at 11:12 PM -
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.
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Latest: First Time to Fiji dpatakas, Oct 20, 2017 at 5:04 PM -
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.
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Latest: Thousand Islands Trip Report - Aug 4-6, 2017 mddolson, Oct 20, 2017 at 7:52 AM -
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.
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Latest: Cayman - Picture of the Day Saltyhawg, Oct 20, 2017 at 5:31 PM -
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.
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Latest: Roatan Immigration forms Shawnda F, Oct 20, 2017 at 3:31 PM -
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.
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Latest: Advice for a diver based in Paris? JMBL, Oct 12, 2017 -
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!
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Latest: Cozumel... When and where? nuts4corals, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:59 PM -
South America
From Colombia to Venezuela, Brazil and Argentina whilst not forgetting the Galapagos Islands, Easter Island as well as the Falkland Islands.
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Latest: Trip Report: Galapagos Islands September 2017 Premo83, Oct 17, 2017 at 3:13 AM -
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.
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Latest: Another post irma fl keys reef observation 10/19/17 deeper thoughts, Oct 20, 2017 at 10:57 PM -
Non-Geographic Clubs
Clubs and travel groups that span the world including our singles group, the grumpy old divers and all military divers!
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Latest: At what age did this start happening to you? mcohen1021, Oct 13, 2017
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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 Spearguns: NEW Products MAKO Spearguns, Oct 20, 2017 at 7:31 AM -
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.
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Latest: Deep Sea Supply LCD 30 Wing, Small Stainless Backplate, Harness Umuntu, Oct 20, 2017 at 10:59 PM -
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.
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Latest: NEW Suunto EON Core Just Released! Dive Right In Scuba, Oct 19, 2017 at 12:07 PM -
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: Who Wants Better Fins? northernone, Oct 20, 2017 at 3:06 PM -
Special Announcements
This forum is closed to new posting, as it will be completely phased out starting July 1.
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Latest: Slashing Prices in our CLEARANCE SECTION... CCR Josh, Jun 25, 2012 -
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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Latest: Kauai dive operations looking for Divemaster/instructors AquamanKauai, Oct 4, 2017
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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.
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Latest: Volcano Mount Agung Bali, is it safe to dive and stay? gekodivebali, Oct 8, 2017 -
Dive into Fitness
A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
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Good Causes, Petitions and Solicitations
A home for good causes, petitions & solicitations.
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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!
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Latest: Need a funny Halloween costume for your (future scuba diving) child? Francesea, Oct 19, 2017 at 3:15 PM -
Kudos
Know someone that did something special? Start a 'Kudos thread' to honor them!
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Latest: USPS Shark Stamps ScubaJill, Oct 14, 2017 at 9:09 PM -
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.
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Latest: Dive Flag epaulets (stickers) for your uniform The Chairman, Aug 25, 2017 -
Women's Community Forums
A non-diving related forum for women to discuss women specific things in life.
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Latest: Ladies: What do you wear on liveaboards? BDSC, Sep 28, 2017
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