Let’s Talk Scuba

You are about to make an investment in Scuba Equipment and like most of us, we start browsing on-line, doing our research, asking friends, etc. We all want to find the best equipment for the best price.

Do you get the best equipment for the best price with on-line scuba retailers? Maybe or maybe not! Unless you are very knowledgeable about all the different kinds of scuba equipment online, how the equipment works and is it the right equipment for you, purchasing the equipment on-line can be a nightmare.

When your equipment is delivered who is going to assemble it for you and test it?

Does is fit properly?

If you have a problem and how much time does it take to return the equipment and get a refund or replacement?

Was the on-line retailer an authorized dealer for the product or just a third party selling equipment?

These are just a few of the issues you might face.

Brick and Mortar Dive Store retailers are experts in Scuba Equipment. They can tailor a Scuba Equipment Package to fit your diving needs, and your diving goals. Here is what they do.

Most Dive Retailer’s match on-line dealer pricing.

They assemble and test your equipment before they deliver it to you.

If you have a problem with your equipment, most Dive Store Retailer’s fix the problem and work with the Manufacturer on warranty issues. This can save you the time waiting for your on-line store to process your return and ship it back to you.

When it comes to Scuba Diving Equipment they have vast knowledge about the equipment they sell.

Scuba Diving Equipment is “life support”. Trust and Buy from the experts.

YOUR LOCAL DIVE SHOP RETAILER.
YOU WILL BE GLAD YOU DID!

By Chris Russello 

This is a question I get asked all the time!  I received my first scuba certification in 1972 and in my opinion the answer is NO, however like any other sports or life experiences there are risks. With proper training you can reduce the risks of getting injured.

Scuba Diving is an amazing sport. This is the only planet I know you can live in one world and visit another. Mr. Buzz Aldrin once said “My favorite thing to do on this planet is to scuba dive”.

As I mentioned above, Scuba Diving like any other sport has inherent risks. It is so important you receive the proper training and have the right equipment.

I remember my first time breathing underwater. It was a confined water pool session and I was nervous putting the regulator in my mouth and going underwater.  Once I did it WOW WHAT AN EXPERIENCE I CAN BREATHE!

My first ocean experience was at Paradise Cove in Malibu CA. Once I swam pass the waves and dropped underwater I was hooked. I still dive today, almost 51 years later.

I was very fortunate, I had a great instructor who taught me. I remember what he always said “Common sense and comfort is 90% of diving”. Owning your own scuba equipment is very important. Not having your own equipment is like getting your divers license and every time you want to go somewhere you rent a car.

Other comments I get from people are “Diving is very expensive”. Yes, you invest in good training and equipment, however if you wanted to play golf what does is cost for golf lessons? Golf clubs? Green fees every time you play a round? OR you want to go fishing, buy fishing gear, maybe a boat or paying for a charter. Investing is good training and good gear lasts for years, so is the cost really that expense vs. what you get for your investment?  In my opinion NO!

A Scuba Diving certification card from a recognized Certification Agency is good for a lifetime and you can Scuba Dive all over the world.

Scuba Diving is fun, exciting and full of life time of memories. In my opinion it is SAFE. Can it be dangerous? Yes if you take dangerous risks, i.e. diving without proper education, training or equipment for the dive, diving beyond your training, OR diving with certain medical conditions etc. Until next time. Have fun and be safe.