Swimming is an art and requires immense energy and mind-body coordination.Similarly Scuba Diving is an equipment oriented extreme sport. As land-walking species, breathing while exploring is not only difficult but quite complex as well. Proper training and guidance along with familiarization of all the equipments and their appropriate use is the first step towards learning Scuba Diving.
It has been noticed that with time, the divers tend to settle down on to equipments and gears suiting them respectively. After all, it takes immense time and know-how of the equipments to be able to make appropriate use of them underwater, the expert way.These equipments shouldn’t be an impulsive purchase, rather one should take time in choosing the right ones. These are life support equipments, hence proper fitting,comfort,and practice will make the piece of equipment feel like a second skin to the diver.Thereafter, proper care and maintenance of the gears is necessary so as to enjoy unlimited refreshing Scuba diving sessions. So always remember the mantra, invest good, buy once but the right one !
Lets learn more about Scuba Diving Equipments and the process.
- Lesson 1 : Choosing the Right Equipments- Guide to Scuba Diving –
1)Mask
2)Snorkel
3)Fins
4)Timing Device
Before you would want to go to your nearest outlet and get all these amazing equipments, you should be well aware of your sizing options and also understand what fits you the best. Since the equipments are costly, one should research a bit prior investing a lump sum amount in the process of equipment purchase.
When selecting amongst a variety of options, do ensure to try out the one’s that are appealing you. Check for the boots with the fins and make sure you are comfortable with them. Masks are most often individualistic preferences and vary from face to face. So, one must try out different masks before he settles on to a decisive choice. Which ever shop you visit or any online store you browse through, do make sure to go through the brochures and catalogues highlighting the latest trendy diving wear, some of which may appeal to your interest!
- Lesson 2 : Should I Buy or should I Rent ?
One thing’s for certain, the more you know about the essential components of Scuba diving, more will it help you to advance with your diving skills. Renting leads to re-adjustment every time. This is not a professional choice. Moreover, when renting gear, one is not aware about the history and maintenance cycle of the equipment. Therefore, there is a sense of uncertainty about the equipment . If you make the right purchase instead, the equity is yours to keep. Therefore it is certain that divers who own a gear have a safer, better, longer and more adventurous experience exploring the underwater mystique.
- Lesson 3: Go for it!
Now that you understand the gears and are ready to Scuba dive, enjoy the adrenaline rush and the majestic view of the underwater creatures. Enjoy the recreational bliss and the vast biodiversity,the very beauty of nature.
With time and experience you shall be able to dive for long hours and with the help of technology you can even record your underwater experiences.