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I see residue from some type of adhesive used between the corrugated hose and the elbow-assembly attachment point. What kind of adhesive is that? Looking for specific type and/or brand info, and any tips on how to apply it. Thanks.

Over twenty years of diving, and I’ve never had a dream about being underwater. Have you?

After witnessing a diver slip and take a spectacular fall on a dock a few years ago, I swore to always dive with good quality dive boots with robust high-traction soles. So, far I've kept my promise. But now I'm starting to rethink that when it comes to liveaboards. If bare feet are as safe on...

Many of us are concerned and looking for answers about the recent dive boat tragedy off California. Although not about diving, this is a book that may help us understand what it's like to face a similar catastrophe. It also highlights how small oversights, interior design miscalculations, and...

Is there an alternative to neoprene booties for warm water diving with open heel fins, that can also be used as regular street shoes? I'm building a light-weight ultra-minimalist gear set for travel, and if I can wear them on my feet that's one less thing in my carry-on. Maybe Chucks? Has...

Just made my first dives with my new Chromis. Overall I'm very happy with it, but one thing is bugging me. During my dives, while I'm ascending, the very top display line seems to scroll through a series of various depths. From memory, these depth read-outs start at around 100 ft, then follow...

I'm facing the possibility of permanently loosing my vision in one eye. Are there any divers out there who continue to dive after loosing the use of one eye? I'd be interested in hearing about your experiences.

Looking to upgrade and replace a problematic power inflator. Current inflator came with a DiveRite 25# wing. (No knock on DiveRite intended; a second DiveRite inflator has worked great for years.) We need something rugged and reliable for travel. Willing to pay more for quality. Thanks, K

Like a lot of divers, I use paint pens to mark my gear. Usually to display my contact info in case something is lost. (I also use stickers, and tags, but sometimes a paint pen works best) Paint pens are expensive. My infrequent use of them means they're usually dried-out and useless after just...

Here's an idea for dive computer manufacturers and programers... How about adding a screen mode for divers to record their contact info? Why? So many dive computers are lost every day. Especially wrist mounted and wrist watch dive computers. Wouldn't it be great to have a screen where the...

How did the early recreational scuba divers get their air fills? Where did they go? What did it cost? Were the fills safe? I'm hoping Sam Miller, and other scuba historians, see this and respond. Thanks. K

What actions do you take to positively help the environment while diving? We all take care to not damage the reefs, or injure the sea life. But I'm hoping to hear and learn about what divers are doing to help reverse the environmental damage we see underwater. As for myself and my buddies, we...

I've noticed a lot of wings and backplates now come with slots for cam bands, Some wings even have tank bumpers built in. So, what is the need for a single tank adapter? What exactly is the function of an STA? I have now dived several times without an STA, using just the slots for my cam...

I'm hoping for a basic horse collar recommendation? Make, model, source? (New, not vintage). I'm diving a Voit double hose with a backpack.

I'm thinking about factors that effect the quality of travel to and around the Caribbean for the purpose of diving. The first thing that comes to mind is Hurricane Season. I'm wondering about other considerations, and to what degree they have a positive or negative influence on dive travel to...

I have a couple old masks with prescription lens installed. I'd like to put magnifiers in them so I can read my gauges, but I've been told that's impossible because of the curve of the prescription glass. Is it possible to stick the magnifiers to the outside of the glass? Any other solutions?

Any advantages or disadvantages between single lens and dual lens dive marks?

Does anyone know where to get these webbing slots commonly seen on wings? Or even what they're called? Slot by kablooey posted Mar 2, 2017 at 7:50 AM

I've been boiling new webbing prior installing on my backplates. I heard that it takes out the stiffness. Is this true? If so, how long should I boil it? I've been boiling my new webbing for about 30 minutes (can't stand the smell much longer). I've noticed a slight improvement in the...

I'm assembling a set of gear that fits in a carry-on bag for air travel. No carry on luggage. Any suggestions for a cutting tool that will pass airport security? I already have a pair of EMT scissors with 2" blades, which are ok if I'm reading FAA regs correctly. Has anyone had any trouble...