Do you shiver while diving in certain coldwater spots? …It might be time to invest in a drysuit! Providing ...

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In late 2019, Hollis Rebreathers announced that its Prism 2 Rebreather has received CE approval and will no...

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Discover the silence and freedom of rebreather diving without committing to a long course. Join SSI's new a...

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When it comes to liveaboard diving, experienced scuba divers can have it all. As well as diving at the most...

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Gin-clear waters and abundant sharks have put Guadalupe firmly on the map as the world’s best place to go c...

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Scuba diving is a dynamic activity that requires divers to constantly react to changes in their environment...

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Diving hand signals are vital for diver safety and enjoyment during every dive. They are the best way to ge...

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Micronesia is a diver’s paradise, offering everything from flourishing reefs and sheer drop-offs to world-c...

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There is something about exploring dark, mysterious caves that is irresistible and attracts divers into the...

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Holiday time has finally arrived, and you have a week of XR diving or a place on a technical liveaboard boo...

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The decades of expertise behind Mares and rEvo rebreathers have combined to create a unique semi-closed reb...

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There are two types of surface marker buoy that are commonly used by divers, surface marker buoys (SMBs) an...

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SSI launches a new Decompression Diving Specialty for recreational divers to get a taste of what decompress...

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In this blog, we look at the components of stage bottle rigging and how to set up a stage bottle for open c...

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The equipment you choose has a significant impact on your performance and comfort when you go decompression...

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I am not a detective and I do not want to suggest what has been the cause of historical and recent Extended...

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The Red Sea is a classic dive destination with warm waters and vibrant reefs that attract divers from aroun...

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SSI has long had a Recreational Sidemount Diving specialty program available, but it is only in recent year...

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Curious about rebreather diving but unsure know where to start? Dive into the world of rebreathers with thi...

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Assembly Guide Mares Backplate Divers’ who have purchased their twinset total diving system which includes...

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The SSI Extended Range Foundations program offers divers a unique opportunity to hone their dive skills dur...

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SSI XR training programs offer an exciting pathway for all divers to extend their range of skills and knowl...

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The gas switch is one of the most hazardous parts of any extended range dive. It is a procedure conducted w...

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With approximately 17,820 kilometers of coastline, the UK has countless opportunities for sea diving and ho...

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SSI is very happy to announce that they have now added the JJ CCR closed-circuit rebreather to the list of ...

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In many countries outside of the EU, it is difficult or impossible to find M26 valves, cylinders, or adapto...

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SSI is very happy to announce that they have now added the Scuba Force SF2 backmount closed-circuit rebreat...

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The shallow, vast and beautiful turquoise waters of Chuuk Lagoon is THE most famous place in the world for ...

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SSI, the world’s largest professional dive business-based training agency, added the JJ Closed-Circuit Rebr...

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The Japanese Pearl Harbour In 2018 I had the incredible opportunity to visit one of the worlds’ most remot...

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