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Continuing from the video "Mixing Brands In A Regulator System - S05E13", the next step before diving is adjusting the 2nd stage to the actual intermediate pressure from the 1st stage. Alec shows both the manual method of tuning the 2nd…
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Threading a weight belt buckle should be a skill every diver should know how to do safely. Alec steps us through the threading process and variations depending on the buckle. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba ***** SCUBA TECH TIPS playlists…
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What should divers look for to get the best performing fins? Alec explains the important design features available today for the best thrust efficiency, weight and comfort. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba ***** SCUBA TECH TIPS playlists…
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Today's divers use lead weights that are environmentally sealed for safety. Alec explains why back in the early days, divers had to make their own lead weights and how the lead was moulded into different shapes and sizes. *** In this…
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Still on vacation in South Africa, the dive shop asked what size tank he wanted, 12 litre or 15 litre? Alec explains air fill differences between North America's cubic feet of air in the tank vs tank volume in liters. Check out my…
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Many viewers ask, what is the difference between a $300 and $800 regulator? Do I have to spend more to dive safely? Alec explains the major and minor features of each price range. Regulator selection should be based primarily on annual…
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What are the differences between steel and aluminum scuba tanks? Alec explains the practical pros and cons of each plus how yoke and DIN valves factor into tank selection. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba ***** SCUBA TECH TIPS playlists…
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Divers require proper gloves from the freezing arctic to warm tropical waters. Alec has dived in all these environments and shares tips and features to look for when purchasing dive gloves. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba ***** SCUBA TECH…
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Many divers find weight belts uncomfortable depending on their age, body shape and total weight. Alec explains the benefits of using a weight belt harness to make diving more comfortable for these conditions. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba…
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With todays weight integrated BCD's, are weight belts now obsolete? Alec explains that a weight belt is still very useful in certain dive situations for diver comfort and safety. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba ***** SCUBA TECH TIPS…
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