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 Preview

Here's a sneak peek behind the scenes at ScubaLab's 2013 Fin Test at Alexander Springs, Florida. Look for the review in the August issue of _Scuba Diving_ magazine.

ScubaLab First Look: Underwater Hunting Gear

Looking to go underwater fishing? Check out July's first look at six new pieces of underwater hunting gear.

Force-E Florida Scuba Diving Center

Experience world class scuba diving and snorkeling in Southeast Florida including North Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach and Ft. Lauderdale has the best wreck diving and world class reefs. Many sites are accessible from the beach.

Inside ScubaLab: 2013 Regulator Test Preview

Check out this preview of the 16 new models we dived during the 2013 ScubaLab Regulator Test.

60:Second ScubaLab: BARE Velocity Wetsuits

Bare Velocity wetsuits feature Progressive Full-Stretch Technology with three full-stretch materials for maximum comfort and durability. The highest-stretch fabric covers the shoulders, arms and torso sides where unrestricted movement is critical.

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