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  1. ScubaBoard Central

    1. ScubaBoard Site News

      Check here for official ScubaBoard Announcements.
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      Latest: Tek to Tek (T2T) Forums have been disbanded. diversteve, Jul 1, 2019

    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...
      Discussions:
      34,374
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      Latest: New Diver! Recommendations Please! Joneill, Jul 20, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    3. Site Support

      The ScubaBoard Support Forum. Post all your questions, suggestions and problems here.
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      5,213
      Messages:
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      1. Feedback

      2. Suggestions

      3. Photo Gallery

      4. Testing Forum

      Latest: Some posts won't load? diversteve, Jul 19, 2019 at 9:39 AM

    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.
      Discussions:
      453
      Messages:
      4,997
      Latest: Andy Phillips EcoDivingPlaya, Jul 16, 2019 at 5:35 PM

    5. ScubaBoard Articles

      Comments from our article portal.
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      3,130
      Latest: Olympus TG-6 & PT-059 Underwater Camera and Housing Review divejust4fun, Jul 15, 2019 at 4:12 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 cardzard, Jul 19, 2019 at 4:20 PM

    7. ScubaBoard Surge 2020 Little Cayman

      ScubaBoard Surge 2020 Little Cayman
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      Latest: ScubaBoard SURGE Central 2020 Little Cayman ROXANNE, Jul 11, 2019

    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 2019 Curacao

      11. ScubaBoard Surge 2017 Cayman Brac

      12. ScubaBoard Surge 2018: Bonaire!

      13. ScubaBoard Invasion 2018 Cozumel

      Latest: Favorite Memories from the SB Invasion 2019 Fiji ROXANNE, Jul 14, 2019

  2. 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?
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      116
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      1. Avenue of the Divers: Scuba Legends & Pioneers

      2. History of Diving Museum

      Latest: The First Gulf of Mexico Oilfield Diving Company Oceanaut, Jul 18, 2019 at 2:53 PM

    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:
      1,615
      Messages:
      5,173
      Latest: Diving Scholarship opportunity aviator8, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:54 PM

    3. Dive Insurance

      A place to discuss Dive Insuramce related matters.
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      445
      Latest: I'm 71 and DAN won't insure me -- now what? KathyV, Jul 17, 2019 at 2:47 PM

    4. Scuba Related Court Cases

      This is the place to discuss court cases and legal matters that affect the SCUBA industry.
      Discussions:
      154
      Messages:
      10,055
      Latest: Sotis vs. IANTD Brad_Horn, Jul 19, 2019 at 3:05 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:
      1,203
      Messages:
      8,723
      Latest: We'll show a lot of prototypes at DEMA 2018 in Las Vegas!! OrcaTorch, Jul 11, 2019

    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:
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      3,774
      Latest: PBS Nova "First Face of America" Chavodel8en, Jul 10, 2019

    7. Apps, 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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      Messages:
      4,537
      Latest: new Application "Gas blender toolkit" taimen, Jul 20, 2019 at 4:22 PM

  3. 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.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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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: Open Water To Dive Master How Long? yle, Jul 20, 2019 at 5:58 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.
      Discussions:
      9,128
      Messages:
      199,294
      Latest: Feeling discouraged after my first pool dive. SirGale, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:47 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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      30,691
      Messages:
      782,289

      1. Diving Into New Gear

      2. Dive Flag Awareness

      3. Going Pro

      Latest: Gear list for your thoughts. Lifter, Jul 20, 2019 at 10:43 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.
      Discussions:
      6,780
      Messages:
      186,001

      1. Solo Divers

      2. Wreck Diving

        1. Wreck Exploration and Expeditions

        2. Artificial Reefs

      3. Sidemount Diving

      Latest: On Your Own: The Buddy System Rebutted By Bob Halstead txgoose, Jul 21, 2019 at 12:19 AM

    5. 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.
      Discussions:
      4,690
      Messages:
      130,383

      1. Near Misses and Lessons Learned

      Latest: Tourist dies while diving on Ambergris Caye Joneill, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:59 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.
      Discussions:
      9,627
      Messages:
      202,469

      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: Should TDI Helitrox replace AN+DP? kensuf, Jul 19, 2019 at 10:35 AM

    7. Rebreather Diving

      Find out everything you ever wanted to know about rebreathers.
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      1,640
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      Latest: Cell failure on handset stuartv, Jul 20, 2019 at 8:07 PM

    8. Snorkeling / Freediving

      Discussions about snorkeling and freediving from recreational fun to a competitive sport!
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      1,289
      Messages:
      11,471
      Latest: San Diego in August MaxBottomtime, Jul 19, 2019 at 5:41 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:
      1,810
      Messages:
      25,962
      Latest: Nikonos ll flash unit Chief Dave L, Jul 20, 2019 at 10:32 PM

    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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      2,069
      Messages:
      5,618

      1. Diveheart

      Latest: Underwater those with Autism can get many benefits.... DiveHeart, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:16 AM

    11. Search and Rescue

      A forum for the discussion of Search and Rescue Operations, Equipment, Procedures and an archive of past SAR Operations.
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      Messages:
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      1. Active and Past Rescue Operations

        1. Past SAR Operations

      2. Equipment and Procedures

      3. Resource Lists

        1. Resource Lists

      Latest: decrease heart rate after strong effort under water jadairiii, Jul 3, 2019

    12. 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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      Messages:
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      Latest: Best BCD, and Regulator for women Lily Jones, Jul 17, 2019 at 6:00 AM

    13. 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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      11
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      61
      Latest: Be Cautious Diving and Traveling Abroad Centrals, Jul 6, 2019

  4. 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:
      241,032

      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: Wide angle for Maui: Rectilinear or fisheye? Hoag, Jul 20, 2019 at 7:06 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.
      Discussions:
      6,303
      Messages:
      47,072

      2. GoPro Video

      3. Production

      Latest: SuperSuit Leaking around the lens. Anyone else? k4kafka, Jul 19, 2019 at 11:55 PM

    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:
      2,390
      Messages:
      18,081
      Latest: New spearo Sam Miller III, Jul 18, 2019 at 9:23 AM

    4. Underwater Treasures

      Shipwrecks, archaeological sites, underwater mysteries, fossils, geological sights and all the treasures of the deep!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      11,894
      Latest: Lake Superior is not as clean as you may think *video* Diverdon, Jul 15, 2019 at 11:25 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.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      1. Ask Dr. Decompression

      2. Diving Medicine

      3. Marine Life and Ecosystems

      4. Name that Critter

      5. Ocean Conservation

      7. REEF

      8. Sea Save Foundation

      9. Shark Forum!

      10. We Are Water Project!

      Latest: Sea Monster found in Alberta HKGuns, Jul 20, 2019 at 9:51 PM

  5. 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.
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      44
      Messages:
      510
      Latest: For Sale, Dive Center at Kata, Phuket, Thailand Absolut Diving, Jul 16, 2019 at 4:04 AM

    2. Becoming a Captain

      What's behind the myth, legend and anecdotes about becoming a licensed Captain.
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      59
      Messages:
      490

      1. Trips and Marketplace for Captains

      Latest: Experience or license - What makes a Captain? nolatom, May 6, 2019

    3. Commercial Divers

      Hard Hat, Saturation and all other types of commercial diving.
      Discussions:
      341
      Messages:
      3,150
      Latest: Facebook Group For Hull Cleaners fstbttms, Jul 15, 2019 at 1:12 AM

    4. Public Safety Divers

      EMT's... Fire... Police... share knowledge here.
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      Messages:
      12,881

      1. Training, Practices and Equipment

      2. Ideas and Stories

      3. Dive Related Accidents and Problems

      Latest: Tell me about your PSD team Ice diver Alaska, May 22, 2019

  6. 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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      Messages:
      413
      Latest: Ocean Reef Neptune recall Sh0rtBus, Apr 5, 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.
      Discussions:
      18,274
      Messages:
      118,918

      1. Analox Analysers

      2. Apeks

      3. Apollo Sports USA

      4. Aqua Lung

      5. Armor Bags

      6. Dive Assure

      7. Cochran Undersea Technology

      8. Coltri

      9. Deep 6 Outfitters

      10. Deep Sea Supply

      11. Desert Star Systems

      12. DiveNav

      13. Dive Rite

      14. DUI

      15. Edge Gear

      16. Equinox Video Housings

      17. Fantasea Line

      18. Force Fin

      19. Genesis

      20. Golem Gear

      21. H2odyssey

      22. Halcyon

      23. Henderson Wetsuits

      24. Ikelite

      25. Innovative Scuba Concepts

      26. Intova

      27. Lavacore

      28. Leonard Maggiore Opticians

      29. Light and Motion

      30. Light Dude

      31. MAKO Spearguns

      32. Mares... Just add Water!

      33. Nautilus Lifeline

        1. Lifeline Tech Support Forum

      34. Ocean REEF

      35. OrcaTorch

      36. OTS - Ocean Technology Systems

      37. Oxycheq

      38. Reef Safe

      39. Paralenz

      40. Poseidon

      41. Princeton Tec

      42. SANTI Diving Equipment

      43. Scuba Force

      44. SCUBALAMP

      45. SCUBAPRO

      46. Sea&Sea

      47. See the Sea RX

      48. Seac

      49. Seadoo Seascooters

      50. SeaLife

      51. Seasoft Scuba

      52. Shearwater Research

        1. Shearwater Cloud

      53. Sherwood SCUBA

      54. Suunto

      55. TillyTec

      56. Tovatec

      57. Tribolube

      58. TUSA

      59. UEMIS

      60. USIA

      61. Vintage Double Hose

      62. Vivid Pix

      63. Waterproof

      64. Wetsuit Wearhouse Inc.

      65. Wetwear

      66. Whites Manufacturing

        1. Whites Team Diver & Research Corner

      67. XS Scuba

      68. Xtar

      69. Your Bag Tag

      70. Inactive Forums

        1. AERIS

        2. AireTex

        3. Akona

        4. Atomic Aquatics

        5. BARE

        6. Bonica

        7. Brightstar Technology

        8. Christolube

        9. Critical Aspect

        10. DARKFIN Gloves

        11. Dive Caddy

        12. Dive Xtras

        14. Dyron

        15. Fisheye USA

        16. G-Dive

        17. HOLLIS

        18. I-Torch

        19. JBL International

        20. KISS Rebreathers

        22. Lawrence Factor Inc

        23. Liquivision

        24. Logic Dive Gear

        25. Manta Industries & Highseas Millwork

        26. MB-SUB

        27. Men-Of-Diving

        28. Nocturnal Lights

        29. Nuvair

        30. Oceanic

        31. Omega Aquatics

        32. Rapid Diver

        33. rEvo Rebreathers

        34. Riffe International

        35. Sartek Industries

        36. Sea Assassins

        37. Sea Vision USA

        38. SeaCure

        39. SF Tech Drysuits

        40. Seatool USA

        41. Sharkskin

        42. Spectrum Diving Equipment

        43. Stahlsac

        44. Surface Marker Ltd.

        45. Stream2Sea

        47. TECLINE by Scubatech

        48. Thermalution

        49. Titan Dive Gear

        50. Thermo Valves

        51. Tilos

        53. Tryton Gear

        54. Vision Rebreathers

        55. Zeagle

        56. Z Gear

      Latest: Mares Divemate voice PDC JackD342, Jul 20, 2019 at 1:11 PM

  7. 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.
      Discussions:
      5,226
      Messages:
      53,942

      1. Gear Bags and Cases

      2. Knives and Cutting Tools

      3. Lift Bags, SMBs and Reels

      4. Lights

      Latest: Anyone with any experience with this or similar torch? MAKO Spearguns, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:50 PM

    2. Apparel

      All the latest styles and fashions for today's Scuba Diver...
      Discussions:
      112
      Messages:
      1,113

      1. Chammyz

      2. Scuba Do Rag

      Latest: 7mil wetsuit for a fat guy Ben Johson, Jul 21, 2019 at 12:19 AM

    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...
      Discussions:
      10,076
      Messages:
      142,376
      Latest: Has anyone seen or used the new Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD Kalicocat, Jul 20, 2019 at 9:03 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.
      Discussions:
      11,546
      Messages:
      126,546

      1. Dive Software

      Latest: Do you download your dive computer data? caruso, Jul 21, 2019 at 12:09 AM

    5. Compressors, Boosters and Blending Systems

      This is where we talk about the machinery used to fill our scuba tanks!
      Discussions:
      1,463
      Messages:
      14,287
      Latest: funny air smell / taste nadwidny, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:51 PM

    6. Dive Propulsion Vehicles

      Everything you always wanted to know about DPVs and Scooterbut were afraid to ask...
      Discussions:
      510
      Messages:
      5,617
      Latest: Need Opinions on Suex XJOY 7 Errol Kalayci, Jul 18, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    7. Exposure Suits

      Custom or off the rack? Wet or Dry? Skins! Find everything you want to know about exposure suits.
      Discussions:
      10,247
      Messages:
      101,736
      Latest: Buying a used drysuit, what should I check for? lexvil, Jul 20, 2019 at 8:49 AM

    8. Fins, Masks and Snorkels

      The inside scoop on this basic gear.
      Discussions:
      5,472
      Messages:
      64,084
      Latest: Need feedback on Xdeep EX1 rvojr, Jul 20, 2019 at 4:23 PM

    9. General Scuba Equipment Discussions

      Got a question on scuba gear? Ask the Pros!
      Discussions:
      4,911
      Messages:
      67,558
      Latest: Just went crazy buying new gear ($1400 Atomic BC1 BCD, TWO Atomic Cobalts, B2, M1, SS1..) STOP ME!!! jerbee, Jul 20, 2019 at 7:10 PM

    10. Regulators

      What brand? Which one? What type? The in's and out's of scuba diving regulators.
      Discussions:
      11,453
      Messages:
      145,884
      Latest: New G250V buddhasummer, Jul 20, 2019 at 9:49 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.
      Discussions:
      5,571
      Messages:
      83,309
      Latest: Tank failing Visual, shop condemned the tank? tursiops, Jul 21, 2019 at 12:10 AM

    12. Do It Yourself - DIY

      Think you're pretty handy at building things? Check out tips and instructions for DIY Scuba stuff.
      Discussions:
      4,097
      Messages:
      44,766

      1. Making your own Gear

        1. 3D Printing, Laser and CNC

      2. Repairing your own Gear

      Latest: DIY fins bungee strap jerbee, Jul 20, 2019 at 7:15 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!
      Discussions:
      759
      Messages:
      10,034

      1. Dive Modifications

      2. Equipment & Maintenance

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

      Latest: Any "miracle" products for maintaining your boat? martincohn, Jul 3, 2019

    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!
      Discussions:
      656
      Messages:
      1,635
      Latest: "Stolen" from dive shop in Boca Raton, FL Tournesol2000, Jul 18, 2019 at 7:05 PM

  8. 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:
      3,093
      Messages:
      25,119

      1. Africa

        1. South African Divers

      2. The Gulf

      3. Red Sea

        1. Red Sea Shadow

      Latest: Egyptian Currency? Laurie S., Jul 20, 2019 at 1:13 AM

    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:
      15,860
      Messages:
      203,844

      1. General Asia

      2. Greater China

      3. Indonesia

        1. Corona Diving Club

      4. Malaysia and Singapore

      5. Maldives

      6. Philippine Paradise Divers

        1. Dive-O-Rama

      7. Taiwan

      8. Thailand

      9. Japan

      Latest: Suggestions on where to buy SIM card DPS or other? Cali_diver, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:29 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:
      5,100
      Messages:
      43,065

      1. Australia

      2. New Zealand

      3. The Pacific Islands

      Latest: Budget Diving between Cairns and Sydney Oz Chris, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    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:
      6,644
      Messages:
      59,246

      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: In Toby this weekend Marie13, Jul 20, 2019 at 5:24 PM

    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.
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      1. Bahamas

      2. Bermuda

      3. Greater Antilles

        1. Cayman Islands

      4. Lesser Antilles

        1. Curaçao

        2. Bonaire

      Latest: Spearfishing curacao AndrewBoyd78, Jul 20, 2019 at 5:40 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.
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      1. Bay Islands

      2. Belize

      Latest: Woot! Reef House here I come! baggins_69, Jul 19, 2019 at 3:04 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.
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      1. General Europe

      2. Central and Eastern Europe

        1. Дайвинг в России

      3. Scandinavia

      4. British Isles

      5. Western Europe

        1. BeNeLux

      Latest: Diving Romania Sbiriguda, Jul 18, 2019 at 3:31 AM

    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!
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      1. Cozumel

      Latest: Need authentic local food in cozumel Dan G, Jul 20, 2019 at 8:37 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.
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      Latest: New Tiburon Explorer - Aug 1 - 8, 2020, 4 Spaces Available, $300 Off hbscuba, Jul 19, 2019 at 1:55 PM

    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.
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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. SFDJ Project Baseline Dive Team

          7. Tyndall Dive Flight

          8. Venice Fossil Divers

          9. Vero Beach Scuba Club

          10. 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: Mini season, why the bad PR? tekkydiver, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:16 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!
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      1. Dork Divers

      2. Grumpy Old Divers

      3. Military Divers

      4. Worldwide Christian Scuba Diving Organization

      Latest: Combat Diver Foundation Combat Diver Foundation, Jul 10, 2019

  9. 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 Sale on Freedive Gear Bags MAKO Spearguns, Jul 16, 2019 at 6:37 PM

    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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      1. Classifieds: BCD's and Weight Systems

      2. Classifieds: Computers, Gauges, Watches, Analyzers

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      4. Classifieds: Lights

      5. Classifieds: Other Gear and Multiple Items

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      13. Classifieds: Miscellaneous Items

      Latest: PRICE REDUCED: Nauticam 7" N85 Wide Angle Dome Port # 36129 with Weight & New Dome erbedo, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:06 PM

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      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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      1. Dive Right in Scuba

      Latest: Arctic FREEZE - Come FB Live about it Dive Right In Scuba, Jan 30, 2019

    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: Global Dive Site Directory Zalan Meggyesi, Jul 16, 2019 at 6:33 AM

    5. Special Announcements

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      Latest: Slashing Prices in our CLEARANCE SECTION... CCR Josh, Jun 25, 2012

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      1. Help Wanted

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  10. Community Forums

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      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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      1. Storm Watch

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      Latest: fishing (american) lobster how it works iamrushman, Jul 8, 2019

    2. Dive into Fitness

      A place to help each other continue healthy lifestyles.
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      1. Diet strategies

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      Latest: LCHF or Ketogenic Diet uncfnp, Jul 20, 2019 at 11:08 PM

    3. Good Causes, Petitions and Solicitations

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      1. Kimber Watch

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      3. SUDS - Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Scuba

        1. OBT - Planning & Scheming

      4. Project AWARE

      Latest: Carly's Crossing (Roswell Park Cancer Institute) Fundraiser rhwestfall, Jul 10, 2019

    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!
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      1. Scuba Poetry

      Latest: Share a music vid? MaxBottomtime, Jul 16, 2019 at 5:09 PM

    5. Kudos

      Know someone that did something special? Start a 'Kudos thread' to honor them!
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      Latest: Roanoke Island Outfitters - Matteo, NC nippurmagnum, Jul 10, 2019

    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.
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      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.
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      Latest: Post cancer diving Bratface, May 14, 2019