2026 Scuba Diving Gear Guide

Our Annual Gear Guide covers everything a diver could want, including all the essential pieces of equipment to a variety of accessories that add convenience, fun or both to your dive adventures.

How to Choose a Dive Knife or Underwater Cutting Tool
Learn all about dive cutting tools, including types of devices, which ones are useful for different diving conditions and the best place to stow them while diving.
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Haircare
Salt water can be brutal on your hair, but you don’t have to choose between great dives and healthy strands.

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ScubaLab: 2013 Fin Test Review

We took 13 new fin models into the water and surfaced with some surprising test results.

2013 ScubaLab Fins: Testers' Choice - SCUBAPRO Seawing Nova

An across-the- board favorite among test divers, the Seawing Nova earned more favorite votes than any fin in this review, making it a bona fide Testers’ Choice in its own category.

2013 ScubaLab Fins: Testers' Choice - Atomic Aquatics Blade Fin

Test divers loved this new kicker. It took the top spot on their Favorites list, earning it the Testers’ Choice for this category.

2013 ScubaLab Fins: Best Buy - Aeris Accel

The Accel is an impressive performer, good for both local diving and travel. It’s also priced right, making it this year’s Best Buy for this category.

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