Masks, fins, cylinders, computers, exposure protection and practical equipment choices.
New articleWhy I moved from scepticism to dual wireless transmitters in sidemount while keeping tiny mechanical gauges as independent pressure backups—and why the real value is the information before, during and after the dive.
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A detailed tour of the sidemount, backmount, regulators, computers, exposure protection, fins, lights, cameras and practical systems I use—and the reasoning that connects them.
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Why I deliberately leave unnecessary equipment out of the water.
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Minimalism as a method, not an aesthetic.
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Why the right setup depends on diver, mission, environment and experience.
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A personal history of wrong purchases and what they taught me.
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Why the Zen became my personal backmount platform.
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Why I value systems that can grow with the dive.
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A candid history of BCDs that taught me what I did not want.
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Why aluminium S80s fit my sidemount logistics and trim.
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How cylinder buoyancy changes become a trim-management task.
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The trade-offs I consider instead of declaring one material best.
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The small preparation habits that keep technical configurations understandable.
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Why Apeks DST first stages and XTX50 second stages became the backbone of my sidemount and technical regulator configurations, including routing, reliability, transmitters and mechanical backup.
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Why boring reliability is the highest compliment I can give a regulator.
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How the fifth port and rotating turret help me keep the hoses where I want them.
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Electronic convenience with a simple local backup.
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My long-term Shearwater Perdix 2 experience: Bühlmann, gradient factors, GF99, SurfGF, NDL, TTS, air integration, SAC, GTR, sidemount gas tracking, batteries, strengths and limitations.
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My long-term experience with the original RGBM-based Mares Quad, why it remains my trusted backup after extensive use, and how it differs from the newer Bühlmann-based Quad 2 and Quad CI.
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How the role of my second computer changes between recreational and technical dives.
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How my computer needs changed as my diving changed.
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Why repeated use matters more than the shop mirror.
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A reminder that aesthetics are allowed to matter after function is satisfied.
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Why I own different masks for scuba and freediving roles.
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My practical exposure-protection decision tree.
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Why 'still works' can beat 'newer exists'.
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Why independent donning is a practical feature, not a luxury.
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Why a custom trilaminate suit became my winter and technical choice.
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The drysuit as part of a technical system, not just thermal clothing.
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Small exposure-protection pieces that change comfort and dexterity.
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Fins as mission-specific tools rather than duplicates.
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Why the Apeks RK4 became my everyday sidemount fin: blade design, neutral behaviour, spring-strap ergonomics, propulsion, trim, drysuit compatibility and the situations where I choose something else.
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Why very heavy fins can be the right technical tool.
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Why its blade design feels particularly good when I use a scooter.
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Why good equipment can stop fitting the job without becoming bad equipment.
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A framework for choosing fins without brand tribalism.
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How my expectations of a primary light changed over time.
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My long-term experience with the Tovatec T3500S: beam, charging, battery indication, harness placement, real-world use and why it became my favourite general-purpose dive light.
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My experience with beam quality, with an important technical caveat.
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A forward-looking question about simplification in technical diving.
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A general principle illustrated by modern lighting.
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My experience with the DivePro L6 green laser, how I used it for low-impact underwater signalling, and why the 2021 safety recall fundamentally changes the recommendation today.
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My test for small tools that are genuinely useful.
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Why two stackable plastic boxes beat one enormous bag for me.
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The simple drain-valve modification that speeds up my post-dive routine.
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My practical post-dive workflow after repeated salt-water use.
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A small 3D-printed solution to an annoying transport problem.
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How better materials, batteries and electronics can simplify configurations.
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Why I keep old equipment that still solves the problem.
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Where premium equipment makes sense and where price is a poor proxy for suitability.
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A direct review of which purchases survived long-term use.
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The ultimate test of which equipment choices matter most.
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New articleModernising a sidemount configuration does not have to mean adding complexity. Moving primary gas information to dual wireless transmitters while retaining compact mechanical backup gauges can reduce physical clutter while providing richer information on the wrist.
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Which regulator hose is best: traditional rubber or a textile-braided hose such as Miflex? The honest answer is that it depends on routing, environment, maintenance and personal preference.
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Misconceptions About Visual Inspection of Diving Cylinders Diving enthusiasts often overlook the importance of visual inspection when it comes to maintaining their diving cylinders. Many perceive it as a superficial examination limited to the…
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Scuba diving gear and equipment can be overwhelming, especially for new divers. The variety of options available can make it difficult to know what you need and what to look for when purchasing or…
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Are you on the hunt for the perfect Christmas gifts for the SCUBA enthusiast in your life? Look no further! This guide has got you covered, from budget-friendly options to the most luxurious treats…
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As a SCUBA diving instructor, I have had the opportunity to work with both steel and aluminum SCUBA cylinders on a regular basis. Both types have their own unique pros and cons, and it…
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As a scuba diving instructor, I have had the opportunity to both travel with my own scuba gear and rent gear at various dive locations. While both options have their pros and cons, it…
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Defogging a scuba diving mask is an essential skill for all divers to master. Foggy masks can obstruct your vision and ruin your diving experience, so it's important to know how to prevent and…
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As a scuba diving instructor, I have had the opportunity to travel to various diving locations around the world. One thing that is always a challenge, however, is packing my scuba diving gear before…
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SCUBA diving fins are an essential piece of equipment for any diver, and as a SCUBA diving instructor, I have had the opportunity to use and teach with many different types and brands of…
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If you're passionate about scuba diving and want to learn more about this exciting underwater world, you've come to the right place. Busaboy is your one-stop-shop for all things related to scuba diving, with…
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Reviewed archive
A wetsuit does not warm the water around the diver indefinitely. It reduces heat loss by trapping a thin layer of water and limiting how quickly that warmed water is replaced by colder…
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A drysuit keeps most water away from the diver’s body. It does not normally provide all the warmth by itself. The insulation comes mainly from the undergarments and the gas trapped within…
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A dive computer is a pressure and time recorder running a decompression algorithm. It continuously updates guidance from the profile it has measured, but it does not examine your…
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A cutting tool in diving is not a weapon. Its purpose is to free a diver, buddy or animal from fishing line, netting, rope or other entanglement. The best tool is the one that can cut the…
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The rotating bezel on a traditional dive watch is a simple elapsed-time tool. It can be useful, elegant and mechanically reassuring, but it is not a decompression computer and it does not…
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Scuba diving masks are a crucial piece of equipment for any diving enthusiast. These masks allow divers to see clearly underwater and to communicate with their diving partners. They also protect the diver’s face…
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A practical archive comparison of aluminium and steel scuba cylinders, including weight, buoyancy and intended use.
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Eight practical habits covering buddies, equipment, preparation, relaxation, site knowledge, insurance and regular practice.
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A historical overview of transporting scuba cylinders in private and commercial vehicles under European ADR rules.
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