Miscellaneous Blogs

Boot Show Round-Up

Published

3 years ago

January 31, 2018

The Scubaverse team are back from one of the largest watersports show in the world, boot 2018, which was held in Dusseldorf over 9 days in January. Scuba diving was very well represented, packing hall 3 and part of hall 4 of this vast exhibition centre. The show is impressive, with 1,923 exhibitors from 68 different countries and 247,000 visitors from around the world. We went for 3 of the 9 days and it was not enough!

All the latest diving equipment was on show, with the major brands having huge stands and offering visiting divers the chance to see their full range of gear. Dive Centres and resorts from all corners of the globe were there to encourage diving travel. Training agencies were also there to discuss their programmes. Throughout each day, divers tried out equipment and techniques in the pool, which had circular windows to give those wandering around a chance to see inside. The central stage had informative talks in both English and German running throughout the event. And, of course, at the end of each day, there was always a celebration going on somewhere.

Underwater photography and videography had a special section where people could browse all the latest from housing manufacturers, lighting, action cameras, underwater drones and accessories. This section also had its own stage with talks about particular challenges and the best destinations on offer.

The show was a great opportunity to catch up with diving friends from all over the world, meet new divers and learn about new diving destinations. It was great to see all the new innovations in the diving industry, as well as underwater photography and videography, all in one place. Our visit led us to some exciting new opportunities and was well worth the trip from the UK. We will be heading back to Dusseldorf in 2019!

All photos: Messe Düsseldorf/ctillmann.

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Dive Training Blogs

14 Divers You Do Not Want To Be On A Scuba Diving Charter Boat! (Watch Video)

Published

2 days ago

May 7, 2021

Divers Ready

We’re counting down some of the scuba diving etiquette faux pas that I see week in, week out on dive charter boats. I’m giving you my best advice to not become ‘THAT’ diver and stay in the good graces of you Charter Boat Scuba Captain and Crew.

This is stuff they just don’t teach you during your PADI Open Water Course! The unwritten rules of scuba diving. Good behavioral habits to develop to be the scuba diver that everyone looks forward to having on their dive boat.

I’m drawing from my experience as a charter boat Captain, but also asked a whole bunch of my friends in the Scuba Diving business for their input on what divers do to drive them crazy! Thanks for your input!

I’ve been asked for this video a bunch. Let me know in the comments which diver stereotypes I missed!

Thanks for watching!

D.S.D.O

James

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Dive Training Blogs

My Dive Buddies Episode 3: Jimmy Gadomski’s Sunken Treasure (Watch Video)

Published

1 week ago

April 30, 2021

Divers Ready

My Dive Buddies Episode 3: Jimmy Gadomski’s Sunken Treasure! I’ve brought in my good dive buddy Jimmy Gadomski to the dive locker to regale you with stories from his treasure hunting exploits. We’re also talking the difference between being a recreational dive boat captain and a technical dive boat captain and discussing what has gone wrong with so many near-misses/almost-accidents.

Jimmy is one of those great guys who can’t walk past a muddy puddle without wondering what is at the bottom of it. He shares his insight on how he decides if a student is ready to start tec training and how to train a dive master to run tec trips. He also makes me killer jealous with his stories of diving the wrecks of the Great Lakes – something I was supposed to also do until COVID-19 got in the way!

And as always, Jimmy faces the 10 questions we ask everybody.

Here are the timestamps:

Intro: 00:01
Jimmy’s jobs: 01:03
How Do You Decide If A Potential Student Is Ready For Tec? 02:15
Considerations for running a Tec Charter boat: 04:18
Service and Safety in Tec Diving: 05:47
What’s happening with all these near misses this summer? 06:46
How can the Tec Diving community identify safety concerns? 10:12
Show and tell! 13:51
Gold and silver coins: 16:36
Great Lakes diving: 18:52
10 Questions We Ask Everybody: 20:50 Cheers! 22:48

You can connect with Jimmy on Instagram: www.instagram.com/fl_tekdiver/

I really hope you guys enjoy watching this series of videos as much as I enjoy making them or else it wouldn’t be fair!

Thanks for watching. D.S.D.O James

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RED SEA LIVEABOARD : Wall to Wall : May 2021

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Explore the amazing triangle of Red Sea Reefs - The Brothers, Daedalus and Elphinstone on board the brand new liveaboard Big Blue. With an option to add on a week at Roots Red Sea before or after.

Strong currents and deep blue water are the catalysts that bring the pelagic species flocking to these reefs. The reefs themselves provide exquisite homes for a multitude of marine life. The wafting soft corals are adorned with thousands of colourful fish. The gorgonian fans and hard corals provide magnificent back drops, all being patrolled by the reef’s predatory species.

£1475 per person based on double occupancy. Soft all inclusive board basis, buffet meals with snacks, tea and coffee always available. Add a week on at Roots Red Sea Resort before or after the liveaboard for just £725pp. Flights and transfers are included. See our brochure linked above for the full itinerary.

This trip will be hosted by The Scuba Place. Come Dive with Us!

Call 020 3515 9955 or email john@thescubaplace.co.uk

www.thescubaplace.co.uk

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