Here we’ll take a look at the two most common boat-diving entry methods, the situations appropriate for each, and how to perform them both correctly.
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Wearing just enough weight underwater allows your BC to save air
Staying streamlined underwater has many benefits, from reducing your risk of snagging hoses on delicate corals to improving air consumption by reducing drag as you swim. Follow these five tips to help stay sleek on your next dive.
CARRY ONLY WHAT YOU NEED: Loading down the D-rings with so much gear you look like a Christmas tree is a common mistake divers make. Instead of clipping on every gadget you own for every dive, be selective according to your dive plan. Shallow reef ? Leave the stage bottle behind. Wreck penetration?
Trade your fish ID cards for a reel and dive lights.
MINIMIZE AND SECURE HOSES: Never leave your hoses hanging, and cut out extra hoses when you can. For example, using a computer with a remote air sensor will eliminate the need for a high-pressure hose. Otherwise, make sure your octopus and gauges are clipped securely to your BC, with the hoses routed properly under your arms.
STOW THE SNORKEL: For many divers, a snorkel can be cumbersome underwater, and a snag hazard. Sure, your open-water instructor said it was required equipment. But honestly, when is the last time you used it while scuba diving? Instead of clipping it on your mask, opt for a collapsible model that fits in your BC pocket.
DIAL IN YOUR WEIGHT: Wearing too much weight underwater forces you to over inflate your BC, which causes drag and burns more air. Wear just enough weight that when you exhale completely at the surface, you sink to eye level. You’ll have to work a little to descend at first, but once you’re 5 to 10 feet down, you’ll have near-perfect buoyancy, without adding any air to your BC.
GET THE RIGHT FIT: Comfortable, well-fitting gear is another key to staying streamlined, and the most important pieces to consider are your wetsuit and BC. The best way to get the right fit is to visit your local dive shop, where you can take your time to find the make, model and size that suit you perfectly. However, if you plan to use rental gear, show up at the dive center a little earlier than normal so you have time to try on a few sizes before heading to the boat.
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Cobalt Coast Dive Resort
Reef Divers to become on-site diver operator for Grand Cayman’s all-inclusive resort diving oasis.
Reef Divers is proud to become the official on-site dive operator, starting December 1, 2015, for Grand Cayman’s premier all-inclusive diving resort, Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites. This boutique diving resort was the first to introduce the true “suite” experience on Grand Cayman. Reef Divers is famed for its one-of-a-kind “valet diving” service. Together, guests will experience the very best of Grand Cayman for an unforgettable dive vacation.
Reef Divers is a team of PADI and SSI certified professionals dedicated to ensuring the safety of divers and protecting the environment, while providing unrivaled diving adventures and exclusive concierge service for more than 25 years. They offer guided- diving boat trips, snorkeling excursions, complete PADI and SSI instructional programs, Nitrox-enriched air, and dive equipment to all levels of divers throughout the Cayman Islands: Cayman Brac, Little Cayman, and now Grand Cayman.
Reef Divers is acclaimed for its one-of-kind valet diving service where divers can relax and let the dive team do all the work, providing a carefree, concierge experience. Reef Divers ensures that all guests travel comfortably on their fleet of spacious 42’ and 46’ custom Newton boats. Before each excursion, the experienced Reef Divers team carefully carries the divers’ gear onto the boats and prepares it for the dive. Once on board, the dive staff provides additional convenience by changing the divers’ tanks after every single dive. At Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites, divers can also experience unlimited world-class shore diving mere steps from the front door. All combined, guests will enjoy some of the best diving in the world.
Quietly secluded on Grand Cayman’s northwest shore, yet a short drive from popular Seven Mile Beach, Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites offers luxurious accommodations and outstanding amenities on land to complement the beauty beneath the sea. Guests are graced with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, a relaxed oceanfront ambiance, easy access to a variety of diving, and a world of island adventure. The warm and friendly staff provides truly personal service for the most comfortable and memorable experience.
Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites now joins the sister islands resorts, Little Cayman Beach Resort and Cayman Brac Beach Resort, as Reef Divers brings its exceptional valet diving service and reputation to Grand Cayman. With this alliance between Reef Divers and Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites, diving enthusiasts and tropical travelers visiting Grand Cayman can experience everything they want, and more, in a single dive- vacation destination.
About Reef Divers:
Reef Divers provides guided scuba diving boat trips and snorkeling excursions with concierge “valet diving” service, along with complete PADI and SSI instructional programs, and dive equipment to divers and resorts throughout the Cayman Islands. The team of professional instructors and boat captains pride themselves on ensuring the safety of both divers and the environment, while offering the most memorable diving experience. Reef Divers is affiliated with PADI, SSI, and the Universal Referral Program. For more information on Reef Divers, visit reefdiverscaymanbrac.com.
About Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites:
Secluded on Grand Cayman’s northwest shore overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites offers the ultimate diving vacation in a luxurious tropical haven. The resort was the first on the island to provide a true “suite” experience, which is complemented by ocean-side dining, an open-air bar, a freshwater swimming pool, and the warmth and personal service of the dedicated staff. Located on Grand Cayman’s famed North Wall, Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites provides unrivaled access to some of the island’s best diving. Whether boarding a dive boat from their private dock or diving from shore, this resort grants guests a rare opportunity to explore both iconic dive sites and hidden underwater treasures. For more information on Cobalt Coast Resort and Suites, visit CobaltCoast.com.
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Red Sail Sports
Red Sail Sports
Legends & Lions 2015
Stay 7 nights at the Westin Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa in luxurious accommodations and have the convenience of the dive boat pulling right up on to the beach! Your package includes daily two-tank boat dives, including a Kittiwake wreck dive! Enjoy a beautiful Sunset Sail along Seven Mile Beach aboard a luxurious 65’ catamaran or take a day off from diving and have an exhilarating day on the water with waverunners, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking and more – all at 20% off!
Don’t miss out on the BIG FINALE week to take place Saturday September 25 – Saturday October 3!
• 7 Nights Luxury accommodation at the Westin Seven Mile Beach Resort
• 6 Two-Tank dives including the Kittiwake wreck
• Scuba social evening – Catamaran over to Rum Point Club for a Caribbean Beach BBQ
• Treasure Hunt (or equivalent)
• Lionfish seminar and dive – ask us about the option to upgrade to the PADI Lionfish Containment Specialty
• Sunset Sail
• Test dive new equipment with compliments of top manufacturers
• Photo competition with photo clinic to refine your underwater photography skills
• 20% off Red Sail Sports Watersports (if you have any surface time left!)
The Big Finale also include a few bonus events…
Tickets to the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame induction dinner.
Dive with a Hall of Fame member.
Tickets of the Lionfish Margaritaville Mixer, where guests will get the chance to mix and mingle with the Hall of Fame members in addition to other divers and enjoy some live music and great food – including a lionfish tasting!
Seven night package starts from just US$1099 per diver!
Valid From: September 25, 2015
Valid To: October 3, 2015
Price/Rate: $1099.00
Booking Email: info@redsailcayman.com
Booking Phone: 1-877-506-6368
Website: www.redsailcayman.com
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