Mark Newman

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Scuba Diving Basics: How To Clean Your BCD or Wing

Oct 2, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on October 2, 2024 by In this weeks episode of Scuba Diving Basics, Mark Newman looks at the correct way to properly clean your BCD or wing without causing damage. This is an important process to ensure you get the maximum lifespan out of your dive equipment. SUPPORT THE CHANNELHelp us create new content by using our affiliate links to purchase your scuba gear and scuba vacations.
Garmin Descent MK2i Full Review After 30 Dives

Oct 2, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on October 2, 2024 by We finally got our hands on the new Garmin Descent MK2i to extensively test. We have the unit for a long term loan, and it arrived just before we headed for our Maldives scuba diving trip. Check out the first video we did on the Garmin Descent MK2i https://youtu.be/34Or1gkWrwsSUPPORT THE CHANNELHelp us create new content by using our affiliate links to purchase your scuba gear and scuba vacations.
Santi eLite Plus Drysuit

Oct 2, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on October 2, 2024 by Santi has become a well-known premium drysuit manufacturer and looking at the Santi elite plus drysuit you can see why. Pick up your new drysuit from Mikes Dive Store https://bit.ly/drysuit-mikesSUPPORT THE CHANNELHelp us create new content by using our affiliate links to purchase your scuba gear and scuba vacations.
How To Equalize Better | #scuba #advice | @ScubaDiverMagazine

Oct 2, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on October 2, 2024 by How To Equalise Better | #scuba #advice | @ScubaDiverMagazineTips, advice and maneuvers to help you equalise your ears scuba diving. #scuba #scubadiving #scubadiverLINKSJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkoJu-OVU7qc-xbWozSMRKQ/joinSUPPORT THE CHANNELYou can help support the channel in three easy ways;1.
Instructor Tips | #Top10 #scuba | @ScubaDiverMagazine

Oct 2, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on October 2, 2024 by Instructor Tips | #Top10 #scuba | @Scuba Diver MagazineAdvice for new and budding Scuba Diving Instructors to help be a better Instructor and Dive Professional#scuba #scubadiving #scubadiverLINKSJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkoJu-OVU7qc-xbWozSMRKQ/joinSUPPORT THE CHANNELYou can help support the channel in three easy ways;1.
Garmin Mk3i / Mk2i upgrades comparison

Jul 5, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on July 6, 2024 by The most recently released Garmin Descent dive-computers represent the third generation of an instrument that combines all the Garmin hiking, swimming GPS, and heart-rate monitoring features with a fully functional dive-computer. The Mk3i doesn’t disappoint, but many divers are interested in the differences between the Mk2 and Mk3. So I’ve spent some time with an Excel spreadsheet comparing and contrasting the specs of the new Mk3i to the Mk2i.
DAN’s response to failures

Jul 2, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on July 3, 2024 by If you've been scuba diving for any length of time, chances are that you have probably heard of DAN, or the Divers Alert Network.
How to choose the right snorkel for you

Jun 25, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on June 26, 2024 by We’re going back to basics and breaking down the snorkel. If you’re new to scuba diving or snorkelling, you’ll be faced with many designs, and some can be better for certain types of divers while others can hinder. There are plenty of choices on our sponsor scuba.com, which has a huge website full of the latest snorkelling and scuba diving equipment, as well as two dive-centres. This is the most fundamental type of snorkel.
37 Acronyms For Scuba Divers

Jun 21, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on June 21, 2024 by While learning how to dive, you’ll probably notice that there are a lot of TLAs in the scuba-diving language. TLA is a Three-Letter Acronym. SCUBA is an acronym itself: Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. A firefighter’s breathing equipment is called an SCBA – they just remove the underwater part. You’ll probably hear a lot of acronyms around the dive-centre, dive-sites and in online forums.
How To Disassemble and Clean dSMB Valves #scuba #howto

Jun 18, 2024 | divernet.com | Mark Newman

Last Updated on June 18, 2024 by Today’s post focuses on the valves of your dSMB (delayed surface marker buoy). Understanding how these valves work and how to maintain them can enhance your diving experience and ensure your gear is in top condition. Your dSMB typically has two valves: an inflation valve and an exhaust valve. These valves allow you to add gas to the buoy at depth and vent expanding gas during ascent to prevent it from bursting.