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ScubaBoard Site News
Check here for official ScubaBoard Announcements.
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Introductions & 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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ScubaBoard Invasion 2021 Belize
Join us as we go to Belize for an unforgettable trip!
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Past ScubaBoard Invasions & Surges
Here are all the former invasions. Come and relive the fun.
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Latest: ScubaBoard Invasion Central 2020 Roatan FezUSA, Jan 20, 2021
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New Divers & 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 read the Special Rules before posting.
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Latest: How to find dive buddies TMHeimer, Apr 16, 2021 at 11:51 PM -
Snorkeling & Freediving
Everything from casual snorkeling, advanced freediving, to a competitive apnea diving. Please read the Special Rules before posting.
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Latest: Problem with foggy masks Lostdiver71, Apr 18, 2021 at 6:24 PM -
Basic Scuba
Got diving questions? Get answers here. Please read the Special Rules before posting.
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Latest: Question about dive computer sample rate? James Darren, Apr 19, 2021 at 5:52 AM -
Diving Physics, Physiology, & Medicine
Post information and questions about diving physics, physiology, and medicine here. You can ask questions about medical conditions and suitability for diving in the Diving Medicine Q&A subforum. The Decompression Theory subforum is a great place for advanced discussion on decompression and treatment. These forums were split off from the old Marine Science and Physiology forum. Please read the Special Rules before posting.
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Advanced Scuba
Have a Scuba question that's beyond a 'basic' one but not really 'technical?' Get answers here.
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Latest: Any reason not to get a AL30, compared with a AL19? Centrals, Apr 18, 2021 at 8:18 PM -
Technical Diving
Very advanced and focused aspects of scuba diving which requires technical training. This includes caverns and caves, advanced decompression, and complex dive planning.
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Rebreather Diving
Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
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Latest: KISS Sport jale, Apr 17, 2021 at 11:49 PM -
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: Moscow International Dive Show Pays Dividends for Diveheart.... DiveHeart, Apr 18, 2021 at 7:26 PM -
Vintage Diving & Equipment
Pre-1980 "Vintage" SCUBA methods and gear. Double hose regulators, horsecollar BC's, to long training programs. Sea Hunt, Jacques Cousteau and the early history of our sport.
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Diving History: Tales from the Abyss
Pioneers, agencies, gear and more: where did they all come from? What can we learn from their history? Old name: History of Scuba Diving: Tales from the Abyss
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Latest: Basic gear from mid-twentieth-century Italy: Other manufacturers David Wilson, Apr 18, 2021 at 6:22 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: I want to be fit & trim - but HATE exercising! tep, Apr 18, 2021 at 10:09 PM -
LGBTQIA 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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Accidents & 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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Latest: Diving accident in Oostvoornse meer (Netherlands) Julius SCHMIDT, Apr 19, 2021 at 5:01 AM -
Scuba Certification Agency Q&A
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. Old name: Q and A for Scuba Certification Agencies- Discussions:
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Latest: Where to check the teaching status for a SDI instructor VikingDives, Apr 11, 2021
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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: Olympus TG-5 and Inon AD wet lenses - adapters? Chris Ross, Apr 19, 2021 at 1:31 AM -
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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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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Underwater Treasures
Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
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Marine Science & Conservation
Ask questions and share information on physical and biological marine sciences, conservation, and the impacts on divers. This forum has been split off from the old Marine Science and Physiology forum.
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Latest: SeaMonster at Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo? chris kippax, Apr 18, 2021 at 10:40 PM
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Dive Industry News
Find the latest announcements and information with regard to what's happening in the Scuba industry.
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Diving Litigation
This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
Old name: Scuba Industry News
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Latest: Suit Filed against Bonne Terre Mine / West End Jayfarmlaw, Mar 12, 2021 -
Dive Shows & 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. Old name: Shows & Events
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Latest: Thaidex (Thai Dive Expo) May 20-23, 2021 JonnieB, Mar 10, 2021 -
Diving TV & Movies
Post here about what you think on scuba diving in TV & movies on videography, safety diving, ratings, view points, etc... Old name: Scuba Diving TV & Movies
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Latest: Tv show “The One” opens with SCUBA SCENE Bubblesong, Apr 16, 2021 at 8:09 PM -
Diving Print & Digital Media
A place for reviewing books, magazines, cinema and interactive media related to Scuba, Freediving, Oceanography and Limnology.
Old name: Apps, Book & Media Reviews
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Latest: Close calls not digital available anymore fredymad, Apr 16, 2021 at 10:02 AM
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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/Search & Rescue
EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here. Also Search and Rescue operations,
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Marine Science Pros
Do you work in, or want a career in, the marine sciences? Scientists, technicians, educators, boat crews, and students can post information and questions here.
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Africa & 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: Hurghada vs. Sharm chillyinCanada, Apr 19, 2021 at 4:45 AM -
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: Fully vaccinated tourists exempt from PCR Test Ucarkus, Apr 19, 2021 at 6:26 AM -
Australia, New Zealand & 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: Wananavu deposits being returned or scam? Help? jbjclj, Apr 16, 2021 at 1:42 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: Pocologan, NB shore dive? TMHeimer, Apr 12, 2021 -
Greater Caribbean & 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: Picture ID, COVID Test and.....Credit Check? lmorin, Apr 17, 2021 at 5:18 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: First Time Diving in Belize: Ambergris Caye or Placentia/Hopkins? DivingChipmunk, Apr 18, 2021 at 9:02 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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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: All About Tanks.... Size, Make, Contents, Ops, Etc. DandyDon, Apr 18, 2021 at 10:57 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: My Research Notes from Planning Galapagos Trip Dom@DiveAdvice, Apr 16, 2021 at 12:40 PM -
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: How far north from Ft. Lauderdale to good day boat diving? JimBlay, Apr 19, 2021 at 5:55 AM -
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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General Travel & Vacation Discussions
Have a Travel question? Get a Travel answer here.
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Cruises
A great way to get the whole family on vacation and dive too!
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Liveaboards & Charter Boats
Looking for the best way to get away from it all? Liveaboards may be just the ticket! Boats and charters are included here too.
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Trips & Marketplace: Shore based or group trips
Find dive trips (group and singles) or a resort for your next vacation. This forum is open to all members for posting travel related offers. Click here for liveaboard or cruise discussions.
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Latest: Curacao - LionsDive Resort & Ocean Encounters aquabluegreg, Mar 21, 2021
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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: Dive Rite EX35 - Awesome? lucca brassi, Apr 18, 2021 at 9:56 AM -
Apparel
All the latest styles and fashions for today's Scuba Diver...
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Buoyancy Compensators (BC's) & 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: Looking for new BCD for low weight diver. MichaelMc, Apr 19, 2021 at 12:46 AM -
Computers, Gauges, Watches & 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: Cressi Leonardo, no display after renewing battery Centrals, Apr 19, 2021 at 6:14 AM -
Compressors, Boosters & Blending Systems
This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
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Dive 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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General Scuba Equipment Discussions
Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
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Latest: Useful life of HP and LP hoses; identifying manufacturing date; quality differences Luis H, Apr 18, 2021 at 11:17 AM -
Regulators
What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
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Latest: Hookah's first stage, what is different in it? Ghost95, Apr 19, 2021 at 1:42 AM -
Tanks, Valves & 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: Steel Tank Condemned: Cracks in Threads? Diving Dubai, Apr 19, 2021 at 4:27 AM -
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 & 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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Lost, Found & 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 sea life sea dragon strobe 2 days old at Cedar Reef Cozumel ScubaJCBS, Apr 9, 2021
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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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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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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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Research & 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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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: USCG Boat Captain wanted in St. Thomas USVI Aqua Marine St Thomas, Apr 13, 2021 at 1:16 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&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: Perdix - No Comms gqllc007, Apr 18, 2021 at 7:53 PM
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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: NO easy solution to stop importing "variants" from certain countries Centrals, Apr 16, 2021 at 6:43 PM -
Dive into Fitness
A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
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Good Causes, Petitions & Solicitations
A home for good causes, petitions & solicitations.
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Humor, Games, Clips, Yarns & 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: Nemo: Bad Fish klausi, Apr 19, 2021 at 5:11 AM -
Kudos
Know someone that did something special? Start a 'Kudos thread' to honor them!
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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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Women's Community Forums
A non-diving related forum for women to discuss women specific things in life.
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Latest: Step-Dad needs some advice! FinnMom, Apr 13, 2021 at 12:04 PM
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