Tag Archives: dive equipment

Sidemount Bungee Systems

A Comparison of Sidemount Bungee Systems Diving sidemount has several advantages over back-mounted configurations, one of which is the use of sidemount bungee systems to secure tanks. Tank valves secured by sidemount bungee systems can be pushed away when they must be manipulated and hold tanks tight to a diver’s body at other times. Several types […]

Mapping a Dive Site

scuba diving with marine life in kata

Mapping a Dive Site – a skill for a new Dive Master to master A dive guide must be familiar with the sites to lead safe, enjoyable dives. A good guide will be able to navigate effortlessly, give correct briefs, and act decisively in emergency situations. Mapping a dive site can be a fantastic and […]

Cave Diving equipment

Cave diving equipment Eventhough its “low” season, its still very hot here in Thailand. The usually expected rains are scarce, giving for warm water and exceptionally good visibility in Song Hong Sinkhole. This specific cave course is a mixture of Sidemount and rebreather equipment. Various cave diving equipment , emergency and rescue techniques are tried […]

Fourth Element Thailand

Blue Label Diving Thailand Dealer – Fourth Element Since April 2015 we are a Fourth Element dealer here in Thailand in Phuket and at our facility in Bangkok. Ben Reymenants explains why we have chosen to sell Fourth Element. In the past 25 years of diving, I have seen quite a few trends in dive […]

Technical Dive Equipment

Technical Dive Equipment 101 So you have signed up for your technical dive training, booked your flights and reserved your hotel, but there is still one thing missing – your gear. What do you pack? Can your recreational dive kit double as technical dive equipment? Is your snorkel going to make the trip with you? […]