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Dive guides & gear reviews
Everything we've learned, written down.
October 8, 2026
Choosing a Dive Light: Lumens, Beams and Backups
Why the brightest light is not always the best, how beam angle changes the picture, and why every…
October 4, 2026
The Dive Trip Packing Checklist for Europe and Beyond
What to pack, what to leave behind, and what to rent. A checklist built for flying divers from…
September 30, 2026
Reef-Safe Diving: Gear Choices That Protect the Ocean
From what you wear to how you dive, practical ways to reduce your footprint underwater without compromising safety.
September 26, 2026
How to Care for Your Dive Gear After Every Trip
Rinse, dry, inspect, store. A simple routine that adds years to your regulators, BCD, wetsuit and computer.
September 22, 2026
Underwater Cameras for Beginners: Compact, Action Cam or Housing?
Three routes to better underwater photos and video, what each costs in money and effort, and which one…
September 18, 2026
Open-Heel vs Full-Foot Fins: Which Should You Buy?
Boots or no boots, paddle or split. How to choose fins that match your water, your travel plans…
September 14, 2026
Dive Computers Explained: The Features That Actually Matter
Air integration, algorithms, colour screens, wrist or console. A no-jargon guide to choosing a dive computer you will…
September 10, 2026
Master Cold Water Dives: 5 Essentials for Every Drysuit Diver
Beyond the suit itself: the five pieces of kit that make cold water diving comfortable, safe and far…
September 6, 2026
Wetsuit vs Drysuit: Which Is Right for Your Water?
Thickness, temperature and the kind of diving you do decide the answer. A plain-language comparison of wetsuits and…