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What you need to know about Altitude-Induced Decompression Sickness
2008-03-31 07:06:00
Decompression sickness (DCS) describes a condition characterized by a variety of symptoms resulting from exposure to low barometric pressures that cause inert gases (mainly nitrogen), normally dissolved in body fluids and tissues, to come out of physical solution and form bubbles. DCS can occur during exposure to altitude (altitude DCS) or during ascent from depth (mining or diving). The first
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Scuba Diving ? Are those ?special? Scuba Diving masks a waste of money? [de
2008-01-30 17:01:00
I was doing some research to find out what is new on the market of scuba diving masks and I found some interesting offerings...
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Scuba Diving in Arizona's desert
2007-11-21 07:24:00
On November 6, 2007 people from City of Mesa, Arizona by vast majority vote to approve Proposition 300, which basically is green light for the city's expenditure of public funds, tax concessions and grant of city-owned land to aid in the construction of the Waveyard Project. The Waveyard will be a huge water park that will offer surf-sized waves, snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking. The focus
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LED lights are cool for scuba diving
2007-11-17 21:42:00
I was doing some research about this new technology and I found a wide range of products. I remember long time ago when I bought my first scuba lights…night diving was not the best experience since the lights were not the best products at that time. The LED lights, as most of the best technologies, were originally designed for military personal. But now, after some years the cost of producing
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Aquaculture: potential business opportunity for divers
2007-11-17 01:30:00
Love underwater sports, constant contact with marine or fresh water environment? Maybe Aquaculture is your next big business. The broad term "aquaculture" refers to the breeding, rearing, and harvesting of plants and animals in all types of water environments, including ponds, rivers, lakes, and the ocean. Similar to agriculture, aquaculture can take place in the natural environment or in a
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Extreme Scuba Diving – NASA’s Undersea Missions
2007-09-07 05:24:00
I have never traveled to the space and chances are that neither do you. But we, scuba divers, have the opportunity to experience a similar environment in every immersion. The NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operations (NEEMO) uses the Aquarius facilities. The Aquarius is the only undersea laboratory dedicated to marine science operating in the world. This underwater structure is owned by the
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What you should know about Scuba Diving and Flying [del.icio.us]
2007-08-28 03:09:00
A simple rule that is sometimes overlooked even by experienced scuba divers.
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Shoo Shark Shoo [del.icio.us]
2007-08-21 05:19:00
The next generation in shark attack prevention systems...
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Scuba Diving and Fitness
2007-08-15 03:58:00
Frequently, some of my friends and people interested in scuba diving asked me if it is ok to scuba dive if you are overweight or not the best fan of moving a single muscle. I am not a doctor or sports trainer to make an assessment if they are in good shape or not, so I always avoid saying yes or no. I am convinced that scuba diving, as any other sport, requires that you have at least some degree
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Scuba Diving - UNDERWATER TALKING
2007-08-11 04:04:00
A quick update on my latest post related to scuba diving with hammerhead sharks at Cocos Island (Coco Island, Costa Rica). This video will give any diver a good idea on what to expect to see during the immersion. Don't be scared by the number, because during day hours it is very common to see schools of sharks formed by more than one hundred sharks. Enjoy! I don't know if you notice the
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Scuba Diving Exotic Place ? Coco Island and Costa Rica [del.icio.us]
2007-08-08 23:13:00
Close encounters with hammerhead sharks?
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Scuba Diving Exotic Place – Phi Phi Leh Island, Thailand
2007-08-08 07:25:00
If you are planning to travel to Thailand for your next scuba diving vacation, the movie “The Beach” will give you a sneak peak of what you will see. A combination of beautiful ocean views and exotic islands is the perfect place for a relaxing scuba diving adventure. Some of the best spots for scuba diving in the Phi Phi Leh Island are: Sea Lake, Maya Bay, Camel Rock, Hin Klang and Hin Phae.
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Scuba Diving Exotic Place – The Amalfi Coast – Naples, Italy
2007-08-07 07:27:00
In the bay of Conca dei Marini, part of the Amalfi Coast, you will find one of the best scuba diving spots in the area: Capo di Conca. This is the ‘gate’ to a spectacular cliff for scuba diving or underwater photography; you can dive into a cave located at 35 meters deep where you will find thousands of red shrimps and sponges. Also, it is very common to see octopuses, moray eels and seahorses
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Scuba Diving Equipment ? Are you ready in case you RUN OUT of AIR? [del.ici
2007-08-05 09:10:00
The most essential component of your scuba diving equipment...
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Scuba Diving ? Five Places where you can find a Dive Buddy [del.icio.us]
2007-08-04 02:20:00
Need to find a dive buddy? Read this to get some ideas...
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Scuba Diving and Snorkeling with Sea Lions in Peru
2007-08-02 18:06:00
I did both, Scuba Diving and Snorkeling, many years ago and I can tell you that were awesome experiences! The younger sea lions are friendly and playful animals, while the older are not that friendly, they are not dangerous but a hit could hurt you if they decide to ‘play’ with you, considering the size of this animals, length 8’ 6” and weight 1000 lbs.As scuba divers, sometimes we look for
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Buying a SNORKEL is easy!
2007-07-30 05:55:00
It could be very confusing for somebody who is starting in the scuba world the simple task of buying a snorkel. There are all sorts of brands and models, so what I am putting here are the main types that you will find in any store: Regular snorkels: These are the ones that allow the tube (also known as barrel) to be filled with water when you dive. Therefore, you will need to clear (purge) the
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What type of FINS should you buy?
2007-07-26 18:48:00
Well it depends, first you will need to understand that fins are key components of you scuba gear. You can think of fins in this way: your body is the engine, fins are the propellers. As a general rule fins should fit your foot as if you were wearing shoes. We can divide the fins based on design: Strap heel fins: This type of fins offer the diver now a variety of options, you will find
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The Atlantis Diver [del.icio.us]
2007-07-26 09:08:00
Scuba Diving, Dive Equipment, Exotic Places and more!
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How to choose your scuba gear wisely…
2007-07-26 06:10:00
Buying your first scuba diving gear is the key indicator that you are decided to jump to the water. You need to organize your shopping wisely, it’s better to first start with the basic stuff, and then, if you really (…but really, really) like this sport, you can buy the rest of the equipment. Basic Equipment: Mask, Snorkel, Fins, and Wetsuit.MASK: Your scuba mask is an important piece of
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Blog Disclaimer and Comments Policy
2007-07-25 06:55:00
This is a personal blog. The opinions expressed here represent my own and not those of the people, institutions or organizations that I may or may not be related with unless stated explicitly. I am not responsible for any action, content, products or services or for any damages or losses, directly or indirectly, caused or alleged to have been caused as a result of your use or reliance on
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