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Choosing the right scuba mask will depend greatly on the type of diving you're doing, personal preferences, and your face size and shape. For more info on how to choose the right mask for you, read through our Scuba Mask Buyer’s Guide.
Let’s talk about some differences between taking your own boat to go diving and diving with a scuba operation. Depending on what you’re looking for out of your dive, there may be pros and cons to both.
In recognition of Memorial Day and our fallen soldiers, here are some fascinating warship diving sites in Florida, each with a unique history.
Mastering buoyancy control is necessary for any diver who wants to make the most of their underwater experience. Properly manipulating your buoyancy allows you to effortlessly navigate underwater, maintain precise positioning, and conserve energy. Here are some tips that may help you on your way to mastering buoyancy control.
Often confused as "cuddlefish," the cuttlefish is a fascinating sea creature that you have to know about.
Lionfish have invaded the Atlantic Ocean and are reeking havoc on our beautiful reefs. Dive in to learn about the lionfish lurking off the coast of Florida.
Let’s get to know our local manatees a little better so we can understand what they need and how best to respect them and their environment.
This Earth Month we want to celebrate our eco-conscious partners like MANG® who help support our mangrove populations and keep our oceans and coastlines safe and clean.
For as long as we can remember, we’ve been hearing about how we need to be more eco-conscious and with everything we’re already doing…there’s always room to do more.
With a focus on reducing the use of unnecessary plastic in their company by 70%, Mares is dedicated to investing in our planet and reducing their environmental impact.
We’ve got the tips and tricks to make your grouper spearing adventures safer, more efficient, more fruitful, and way more delicious. Shall we dive in?
We love to talk about lobstering and the different ways you can catch your Florida Spiny Lobster in season. Join us to learn the ins and outs of Freediving, Tankless Diving, and Scuba Diving for Lobster.
Have you caught the bug? The Florida Spiny Lobster bug that is.
Here are a few ways to make sure you have a successful dive day planned ahead.
Pretend it's the summer by taking your winter dives to South Florida!
Explore some old favorite dive spots in a different time of year for a whole new experience.
This blog will answer your many questions like "What scuba gear needs to be serviced? How often should I get my scuba gear serviced?" and more!
Looking to dive into underwater photography? Check out the gear you need to create breathtaking photos and videos below the surface.
Looking to get your own underwater scooter? We've got you covered with everything you need to know before purchasing your underwater scooter.
Have you ever wondered how your scuba gear came to be? The technology and equipment divers use today seems to have become familiar to us all. You are in for a surprise when you learn about the origin stories of diving equipment.
In honor of Women’s Dive Day, join us as we explore some of the most influential women in diving.
If your wetsuit still has plenty of life left in it; however, it's not smelling so great...drop in and check out our tips on wetsuit maintenance.
Ted Harty covers the most common equalizing injury he's seen during his time as a freediving & scuba instructor and talks about how you can avoid it.
Are you wearing too much weight when freediving and spearfishing? Probably so! Find out how to find the safest weight on your belt while also gaining more bottom time.
Celebrate 20 years of the Spiegel Grove dive site with Divers Direct.
We’re shouting from the rooftops (okay, our website): Because of you, all four of our local dive shops earned the 2020 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award.
Check out why the Oceanic Geo 4.0 Wrist Dive Computer is one of our Staff's Picks.
Check out one of Fritz's favorite staff picks.
Need help picking out a scuba tank? We've got everything you need to know before you decide.
As the holiday season approaches, we all get busier and the fun of friends and family can lead to stress. Did you know that scuba diving is a great way to relieve stress?
A day initially intended to promote people and companies to give back to and invest in their communities, check out how we support the movement today and every day.
Having the right bag for your adventure goes a long way to protecting and prolonging the life of your gear. Whether you’re packing clothes or your dive gear, take a minute to check it out.