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One of the most important scuba diving skills to refine, particularly for those who want to transition into technical diving in wrecks and caves, is reel and guideline use. This video explains and demonstrates some of the basic points…
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The invention of SPG's in the 1960's made scuba safer and more fun. Alec shows the evolution of this simple, but very important instrument, and why it may soon disappear. *** In this episode of Vintage Scuba *** 1961 Sportsways…
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How To Change A Regulator Hose Shop - Advice - Visit our shop - ■ Hoses come in a huge range of colors, fittings, and lengths to customize and replace hoses on your regulator set. We use three types of hose scuba diving;…
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Cressi Agua Kids Fins Review Shop - Reviews - Visit our shop - ■ The Cressi Agua Kids Fins are a lightweight pair of snorkeling full foot fins that have excellent performance and added comfort because the foot pocket stretches where…
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Suunto D5 Black Dive Computer Review Shop - Reviews - Visit our shop - ■ The Suunto D5 Black Dive Computer is a watch-sized color screen dive computer made for the active traveling diver with a black finish to the metal body. The…
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Alec compares the common stabilizing jacket BCD to back mounted or 'wing' BCD's. Both styles pros and cons are discussed plus how to properly distribute weights for comfortable diving. ***** Alec Peirce Scuba ***** SCUBA TECH TIPS…
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Snorkels today are safe, functional and kind of boring. Alec shows strange masks with built-in single and double hose snorkels that were big sellers when introduced. *** In this episode of Vintage Scuba *** - orange "Nisse" with side…
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Divers love buying shiny new gear but a few delay replacing an old favourite regulator too long. Alec shows key wear points to inspect in older regulators before they become a safety risk and the cost to replace it. ***** Alec Peirce…
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Safe divers regularly check their air supply and surface before it gets low. However, if you want the extra safety of a fully redundant air supply, Alec shows several popular redundant air options along with the pros and cons of each.…
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A tank valve O-ring holds a lot of pressure inside so how is it replaced? Alec shows all the steps required to properly replace a scuba tank O-ring whether you do it or learn how a dive store does it. Check out my "Alec Peirce at the…
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