vegas911diver
07-15-2007, 08:12 AM
Have you ever been driving down the road and had a tire go flat on you? What did you do? Hopefully, you had a spare tire in the trunk of your car so you could change it and be on your way to your favorite dive site! (You were going diving, right?)
Now imaging you are on your favorite dive boat, the water is calm, the sun is shining and the visibility is perfect. As you near the gate and don your fins, your fins strap breaks. Now what do you do? If you have your save-a-dive kit, you can change your strap and be back at the gate and in the water. If you do not have a save a dive kit, and no one else has a spare strap, it will be a long day, watching and listening to everyone else on board having fun and talking about their experiences.
There are a lot of accessories on the market, and they all have their purpose. Rather than buy a lot of stuff you will not use, here are a few basic accessories to keep in your dive bag. With any luck, you will never need them, but it is good to know you have it handy if the need arises.
Mask Strap: Our mask is our window to the underwater world, look for a strap that has a hook and loop type closure (commonly called Velcro.) It will fit virtually any mask.
Fin Strap: It is best to keep two of these. When one goes, the other is not far behind.
O-Rings: Carry an assortment of O-Rings for different sizes that may be on your gear
Snorkel Keeper
Neoprene Cement
Quick release buckle
Multi-Tool with knife
Adjustable Wrench, Screwdrivers
Sunglasses and Sunscreen
Some companies make a preassembled dive kit that you can buy and it has basic essential items. I recommend you go to your local fishing shop and buy a fishing tackle box to put your accessories in, allowing you space for your kit to grow.
Check with your instructor about taking an equipment repair course. This course covers basic equipment maintenance and field repairs and usually a specialty course you can use to count towards your Master SCUBA Diver Rating. It is strongly recommended that you do not attempt repairs on the components of your equipment on your own, as this can violate your warranty, and even worse, could cause injury.
With a little guidance, a small investment and by taking a continuing education course, you will not have to worry about missing out on a fun and exciting dive. You will be able to care for and maintain your equipment, and have a safe, fun and enjoyable experience.
***This post is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for proper training. Training in proper diving technique is mandatory, under the supervision of a qualified SCUBA Instructor, recognized by a professional training agency. Always dive within the limits of your training, dive tables and comfort. Contact me for class information***
Now imaging you are on your favorite dive boat, the water is calm, the sun is shining and the visibility is perfect. As you near the gate and don your fins, your fins strap breaks. Now what do you do? If you have your save-a-dive kit, you can change your strap and be back at the gate and in the water. If you do not have a save a dive kit, and no one else has a spare strap, it will be a long day, watching and listening to everyone else on board having fun and talking about their experiences.
There are a lot of accessories on the market, and they all have their purpose. Rather than buy a lot of stuff you will not use, here are a few basic accessories to keep in your dive bag. With any luck, you will never need them, but it is good to know you have it handy if the need arises.
Mask Strap: Our mask is our window to the underwater world, look for a strap that has a hook and loop type closure (commonly called Velcro.) It will fit virtually any mask.
Fin Strap: It is best to keep two of these. When one goes, the other is not far behind.
O-Rings: Carry an assortment of O-Rings for different sizes that may be on your gear
Snorkel Keeper
Neoprene Cement
Quick release buckle
Multi-Tool with knife
Adjustable Wrench, Screwdrivers
Sunglasses and Sunscreen
Some companies make a preassembled dive kit that you can buy and it has basic essential items. I recommend you go to your local fishing shop and buy a fishing tackle box to put your accessories in, allowing you space for your kit to grow.
Check with your instructor about taking an equipment repair course. This course covers basic equipment maintenance and field repairs and usually a specialty course you can use to count towards your Master SCUBA Diver Rating. It is strongly recommended that you do not attempt repairs on the components of your equipment on your own, as this can violate your warranty, and even worse, could cause injury.
With a little guidance, a small investment and by taking a continuing education course, you will not have to worry about missing out on a fun and exciting dive. You will be able to care for and maintain your equipment, and have a safe, fun and enjoyable experience.
***This post is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for proper training. Training in proper diving technique is mandatory, under the supervision of a qualified SCUBA Instructor, recognized by a professional training agency. Always dive within the limits of your training, dive tables and comfort. Contact me for class information***