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DIVER TEST: Shearwater Peregrine
This is, unequivocally, a superb computer for casual recreational divers, through to those making basic accelerated decompression dives using nitrox. Read more...
Fourth Element RF1 Freediving Suit
This suit, in men’s and women’s fits, is a departure from standard freediving suit designs, with its back-entry zip and internal nylon lining rather than open-cell neoprene. Read more...
O’Three Octopus Hoodie
O’Three has added this hoodie to its signature leisure-clothing line, intended for casual wear at and away from the dive-site. Read more...
Keldan RC-1 Remote Control
With an underwater range of up to 50m, according to Keldan, the 690 euro RC-1 allows you to control a bank of 18XR and 24XR cinema lights remotely. Read more...
INON GoPro Accessories
INON has introduced an accessory line for the popular GoPro Hero 8 and 9 action-cams. Read more...
Cressi MC9-SC / Compact Pro Regulator
This new regulator model uses a thermoconductive thermoplastic and steel second stage to exchange heat and prevent icing. Read more...
Fourth Element Xenos Semi-Drysuit
The latest Xenos 7mm semi-dry has some new features intended to help keep you warmer for longer in cooler water, and to make it easier to don and doff. Read more...
Scubapro Mk19EVO BT/G260 Carbon BT Regulator
With this new regulator Scubapro reckons you can breathe easy even on the most audacious dives. Read more...
Hollis F1 Fins
Hollis has announced new colours for its F1 fin – yellow and white. Read more...
Cressi AC25 / Master Cromo Regulator
New from Cressi, this regulator has a balanced-piston first stage with four medium-pressure ports arranged on a swivel and a fifth coming straight off the end of the piston for easy hose-routeing of second stages and direct feeds. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Oceanic Excursion
The Oceanic Excursion is a very good, workmanlike BC, aimed at the serious diver. Its ruggedness inspires confidence that it will survive a lot of hard diving. Read more...
XCU 200g Undersuit
If you feel you need a bit more central heating to get you through that winter diving, Typhoon reckons its XCU 200g undergarment will keep you warmer for longer. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Oceanic Alpha 10 SPX
There’s a great deal to commend in the Oceanic Alpha 10 SPX. It’s a very easy breathe – not “for the price” but by any standard, including of course EN250A. Read more...
Typhoon EON Mask
This new mask could hardly be described as expensive at £26, but Typhoon says it’s high-spec all the same. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Red Original Micro Fibre towel
I’m very happy to recommend this towel. And not just for people – underwater photographers often like to use a towel as a clean work surface. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Scubapro Mk25 EVO/ S620 Ti
Given the specifications and its heritage, it’s no surprise that the Mk25/S620Ti has received the top EN250A rating. Read more...
Mares Dual Adjustable 62X Regulator
The latest addition to the Italian manufacturer’s regulator fleet is the Dual Adjustable 62X. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Nautilus Oxygen Administration Set
The Nautilus Oxygen Supply System is a robust, well-made, easy-to-use piece of kit designed for emergency use. Read more...
Sealife SportDiver Camera Housing
This housing is designed to enable divers to shoot underwater stills and video with Apple iPhones 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X, Xr, Xs, Xs Max, 11, 11 Pro Max and SE (2nd Gen) models, as deep as 40m. Read more...
DIVER TEST: AP Diving 45m Ratcheted Pocket
I’d be happy to use it as my primary DSMB reel and I liked its utility for searches. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Scubapro Hydros Pro
Scubapro makes a lot of claims for the Hydros Pro and these are borne out by my experience of using it. Performance above and below the water can’t be faulted. Read more...
Akona Laguna Folding Duffle Bags
Some smart thinking at Akona seems to have led to the launch of this product. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Christopher Ward C60 Elite 1000 Titanium
If you want a dive-watch, the C60 Elite is beautifully made, solid and desirable. I can’t imagine buyer’s remorse occurring post-purchase. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Oceanic Veo 4.0 1460
The Oceanic Veo 4.0 is a very capable computer for advanced recreational and entry-level rec-tech diving. Read more...
Mares XR-Rec Silver Backmount Single Cylinder Set
GEAR NEWS Mares XR-Rec Silver Backmount Single Cylinder Set This is the latest wing ...
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Garmin Descent Mk2 & MK2i Computers
What don’t these new Garmin Descent dive-computers do? They are claimed to be far more than mere dive-computers, in fact, in the way they can handle apnea, open-circuit air, nitrox, trimix and mixed-gas rebreather diving. Read more...
DIVER TEST: Mares Dual Adjustable 52X
Although an inexpensive addition to its range, the Dual Adjustable 52X delivers all the features and benefits a serious advanced diver is likely to ask of any regulator. Read more...
Sherwood Oracle+ Mask
Reached the ripe old age of affluence where you can afford to do those critter trips and own a nice camera – but can’t even see the pygmy seahorse, let alone check that it’s in focus? Read more...
