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Awesome Maps Dive Map
Awesome Maps make a dive site map of the world and, after hearing about it from a friend, I really wanted to get my hands on one. Awesome Maps actually produce two versions of the dive map – a whiteboard coated Deluxe Dive Map and a larger size canvas edition. I was delighted when my Deluxe Dive Map arrived and I could not wait to get it spread out over our dining room table so that I could pour over the 500 plus dive spots and areas highlighted on the map.
The first thing that hit me was the beautiful artwork and illustrations that cover the map. Some of my favourite dive destinations are listed, and I could not believe that my local quarry, Capernwray, was also included on the UK map, along with my favourite seal dive in the Farne Islands. It is a map that you can spend hours looking at, discovering new dives that you have not yet travelled to, as well as re-living dives that you have done in the past.
Hand-drawn illustrations of reefs, sharks, turtles, manatees, sponges, whales, dolphins and all manner more of marine life large and small adorn this gorgeous map. If you need some inspiration on where to dive next, then this is a map that is full of ideas for future diving destinations.
Each area has a key letting you know whether the sites are good for underwater photography, wreck diving, artificial reefs, drift diving, sharks and more. At the very bottom there is also a message to all divers stating that they have tried to pick out the best dive sites in the world, but if your favourite has not made it in and feel it should be on the map to contact them and let them know about it. Perhaps you may even find your favourite site in the next edition.
This Awesome Maps Dive Map would make a lovely addition to any dive centre, scuba classroom or clubhouse, as well as any dive-lover’s home.
The version of the Dive Map that I received is 97.5cm x 56 cm (38” x 22”) and has a coating that means you can annotate the map with (and subsequently clean off) whiteboard markers. It would make a perfect gift for the diver who has everything, or as a treat for yourself. I love mine. I know it is a map that I will keep coming back to, and finding new dive sites and drawings, time after time. It really is a thing of beauty. Now I wish I had the larger canvas version as well – I shall have to remember to send out huge hints nearer Christmas!
For more information visit the website: https://awesome-maps.com/en/worldmaps/dive-map
Oyster Diving have recently been given exclusive access to offer scuba diving courses and fun dives at Mercers Lake, a beautiful lake near M25/Gatwick in the UK.
Oyster have just launched their own dive boat ‘The Blue Pear’ to explore various parts of the lake. Divers can glide around the underwater woodland, see lots of fish and decent visibility. Out of the water divers set up in the purpose built kitting up area, unwind in a warm shower, and off-gas in the café & licensed bar.
To celebrate the start of the summer season, AquaSports and Oyster Diving have teamed up to host a Star Wars-themed open day on the 4th May.
Guests will be able to enjoy discounted tasters of various watersports including Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Canoeing and Sailing. Oyster Diving will be joined by Apeks and possibly other dive manufacturers to display their latest products. Demo gear will be available for qualified divers and Oyster’s sales support team will be on hand for customers with any questions.
Divers wishing to get in the water will need to book in via Oyster Diving’s website where you can also choose to hire any equipment. Non-divers and well behaved dogs are very welcome!
As well as the watersports there will also be music, food and a licensed bar. The fun starts at 10am and finishes around 4.30pm.
Please come along, wear your finest Stormtrooper or Princess Leia outfit and enjoy the fun!
For more details contact: mark@oysterdiving.com
Dive Rite was founded in 1984 by technical divers and cave explorers with the goal to make the very best scuba diving equipment available. Gear that can be trusted on the most extreme dives and exceed expectations in any environment: reef, wreck, cave, or quarry.
The Nomad Ray is the product of years of design, development, field testing, and feedback from some of the world’s leading sidemount divers and instructors.
The Nomad Ray is available in black, blue, OD green, pink, or red. If you happen to find yourself in a tight spot, the Ray’s abrasion-resistant “skid plate” will have your back: providing wear protection exactly where it’s needed the most. SuperFabric® is a fast drying, highly durable, and slash-resistant material. The Nomad Ray Sidemount System is ready to perform in the toughest diving environments.
The Nomad Ray can be easily adjusted to comfortably fit all body types. The independently adjustable harness design can be quickly set up for any diver. Shoulder and waist webbing can be replaced independently if damaged or trimmed too short. The Nomad Ray uses a fast, tool-free bungee length adjustment system. Simply pull to the desired length, tie a single overhand knot, and tuck the excess into the integrated sleeve. A quick-adjust belly band with a custom moulded bungee hook keeps the wing wrapped snugly around the diver’s body.
A zipper on the inside of the Nomad Ray wing allows for access to three integrated weight pockets capable of holding up to five pounds of each of hard or soft weight.
To find out more go to https://www.diverite.com/products/nomad-sidemount/nomad-ray-sidemount-system/.
Sea & Sea is the home of Dive Rite and other leading diving brands in the UK.
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