AP Diving compact enclosed dive reel with 90 m high-strength line

The AP Diving 90m ratchet pocket reel is a compact guideline and surface marker buoy (SMB)reel designed for divers requiring controlled line handling during navigation or signal deployment. 

AP Diving compact enclosed dive reel
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The unit features a fully enclosed glass-reinforced polymer body housing 90 m of high-visibility Dyneema floating line, with the enclosed design reducing the risk of snagging and bird’s-nest tangles.

A mechanical ratchet mechanism allows unidirectional winding of the line, locking the spool during retrieval. A thumb-operated lever switches between ratchet and free-running modes, with a lock-off feature securing the free-running mode without continual pressure. Audible ratchet clicks provide feedback during winding.

Dive Gear Express Bundle - Garmin inReach Mini 2 with Dive Case + Bolt Snap

The Garmin inReach Mini 2 is a palm-sized satellite communicator; the Dive Gear Express bundle of the Garmin inReach Mini plus the inReach Dive Case and bolt snap is the perfect pair for diving anywhere in the world.

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Instead of relying on cellular network or marine radio coverage, your SMS text messages, SOS alerts and location tracking are transferred via the Iridium satellite network allowing you to communicate with 100% global coverage.

Though the satellite communications won’t work under water, the Dive Case included with this DGX Bundle allows you to take your Garmin inReach Mini communicator down to { 330 feet | 100 meters } with you so you have peace-of-mind whenever and wherever you surface.

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SI TECH Quick Neck Test

Lelle Malmström puts a drysuit neck seal through its paces by jumping of a 10m diving board to test if it holds tight.

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Tomas Forssander
Under the “warm neck” collar of the drysuit, one can see the Quick Neck ring. Photo by Tomas Forssander
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The Swedish company SI TECH has further developed its Neck Tite system, which enables the diver to change the neck seal on a drysuit easily, without the need to glue a silicone neck seal in place. The new system is called Quick Neck and is, just like its predecessor, made up of a soft ring that is glued to the suit and another ring that is clamped together with the neck seal in the glued ring.

The Swedish company SI TECH has further developed its Neck Tite system, which enables the diver to change the neck seal on a drysuit easily, without the need to glue a silicone neck seal in place. The new system is called Quick Neck and is, just like its predecessor, made up of a soft ring that is glued to the suit and another ring that is clamped together with the neck seal in the glued ring.

Trshbg introduces a wearable Trash Collection Bag for Divers

Trshbg was created by a team of surfers and divers from all over the world. Now, every diver and surfer can clean the ocean, on every session.

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Trshbg is handmade in Bali of re-used scooter tubes and banners and is available in a 3.8L Hip Bag and a 1.2L Calf Bag.

Each bag is available with either buckle clips or velcro closures for securing the bag to the user and features a patented, single-handed, one way entry. A lockable side zipper allows the bag to be easily emptied when full.

Trshbg can be worn on your dive, surf or swim, allowing you to keep your hands free. You don’t feel the bag on your body and it allows you to pick up litter whenever you happen to encounter it. 

Apple Airtag

April 2021: After years of rumors and speculation Apple announced the release of the AirTag. The small circular tag is designed to be tracked using Bluetooth right alongside Apple devices in the Find My app when attached to items like keys and wallets.

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The small, button-shaped tracking device has a glossy white front that can be customized direct from Apple with a free engraving of initials, an emoji or both. The AirTag shape is designed around the user replaceable CR2032 batteries that are inside. Battery life expectation is rated at more than 1 year.

Mares Magnetic Connector

An innovative magnetic securing system to connect your diving accessories and equipment.

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The Mares Magnetic Connector is a simple and secure way to single-handedly attach a variety of equipment. It can be used as a console or octopus holder, a flash light keeper, camera tether and more. 

The connector provides 360-degree rotation for optimum placement of any accessory and is designed to attach to all BCD D-Rings. The fast magnetic connection is safe to unlock, even fully loaded, and is rated to 132 lbs (60kg).

Available to purchase at an authorized Mares Dealer in black or yellow.

Innovator interview: aquaSketch – Write & draw on paper underwater

Inventor Mark Hagan, who has developed a scrolling sketch pad using waterproof mylar and a smaller model that can be worn on the wrist, enabling divers and researchers to write and draw underwater, was interviewed by X-Ray Mag at the DEMA Show, held November 13-16 in Orlando, Florida.

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aquaSketch

Interview with owner and inventor Mark Hagan, whose scrolling sketch pad with 30 feet of waterproof mylar and smaller wrist model with 8 feet of mylar allows divers and researchers to write and draw on paper underwater (6 minutes). For more information, go to: aquasketch.com

 

 

AP Diving Expedition Grade Seasick Bag

Seasickness is an age-old problem - in fact there are references to seasickness as far back as Ancient Greece.

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Why Do We Get Seasick

We can suffer motion sickness when we go boat diving because we stand on a moving platform. The sensation befuddles the brain.

Our central nervous system receives data from two areas. Our inner ear (balance) and from our senses (pressure and sensory receptors in our joints, muscles and spine). The CNS gets confused by the mismatch of information. "My feet say that I am stationary on solid ground, yet my eyes and ears tell me that I am rocking and rolling." The result? One disorientated brain and subsequent vomiting.

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