Using Scuba Diving Gear
Just as a golfer has his clubs, and a skier dons his skis, scuba divers have their own set of scuba diving gear that is required to enjoy their sport. Scuba diving gear comes in many varieties and the choices between them depend on your level of skill, logistical needs, and frequency of use. But the universal truth is that scuba diving gear is designed to ensure the safest of dives for everyone – and everything – involved.
First and foremost, the wetsuit is one of the prime pieces of scuba diving gear. Made from synthetic rubber, and lined with nylon fabric, the wetsuit offers a protective barrier between the scuba diver and the varying temperatures that can be found in the water. The primary role of the wetsuit is to keep moisture away from the skin and maintain the body’s temperature, thus protecting it from hypothermia in colder temperatures. It is most important that any wetsuit you use fits snug to your body at all times.
Obviously, the ability to breathe underwater is what makes scuba diving possible. Therefore, the most essential part of scuba diving gear, is the oxygen tank. Strapped to the diver’s back, the oxygen tank provides different amounts of oxygen depending on their size. Based upon the length of the dive you choose to make, you will carry an equivalent sized tank; most come equipped with gear that allows you to measure the amount of oxygen you have left so you can safely resurface when appropriate.
The oxygen is pumped directly into your face and eye mask – another essential piece of scuba diving gear. It is important that your mask fits snuggly over your face to ensure proper oxygen circulation and the ability to see without restriction. In addition, most divers will also don flippers as part of their scuba diving gear.
Diving safely and responsibility is the only way to scuba; so be sure to use appropriate scuba diving gear when heading underwater.
Michelle Bery
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looking for used scuba diving gear?
im looking for a website for good scuba diving gear for sale ima beginner please help
Go to ebay! They always have the good stuff and its cheaper!
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http://www.ebay.com
http://www.scuba.com
http://www.divers-supply.com
http://www.diveintoscuba.com
scuba.com is prob the best
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to bad you arent in hawaii im trying to sell my old but great stuff i just upgraded … everything is in great condition tho:)
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I casually scuba dive and have bought all my equipment from
ScubaGearPlus.com
You can find everything you are looking for on here from masks, fins, gloves, snorkels, tanks and boots. I hope this helps you out. Have fun and be safe.
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Without a doubt use Craigslist.
I got most of my scuba equipment off of craigslist at a very good price. It is more formal then ebay, because you can meet the person you are dealing with, and you can also check out the equipment before you buy it!
Here is an example result from my area:
http://longisland.craigslist.org/spo/363855253.html
Your next best bet would be ebay.
http://www.ebay.com
Although I do recommend saving up a little bit more money and buying new equipment. Don’t become cheap when buying Scuba equipment..it is not something you can fool around with.
Good Luck!
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Try http://www.ebay.com and search for "scuba".
Remember to always get your "new" used gear serviced at a dive shop before you use it!
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I wouldn’t recomened used gear as using dive gear is holding your life in its hand. But if you feel safe i would try ebay or craiglist
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