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Tusa Diving Masks [A PADI Instructor’s Complete Test]

Tusa is one of the most recognised scuba diving brands and their Tusa Visio mask even made it into my top scuba masks.  If you have spent any time at all looking for a top scuba diving mask or two, there is a very good chance you’ve come across TUSA.  TUSA, in my opinion, is … Read more

Tusa Freedom One Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

The TUSA Freedom One mask has proven to be really popular recently – what’s all the buzz about? Offering a technologically advanced mask design, I’d already heard plenty about this modern diving accessory to want to give it a closer look. TUSA’s Freedom model masks are generally popular thanks to their low friction design, and … Read more

Cressi Ara Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

The Cressi ARA EBS fin design may be familiar to some scuba divers – it’s an update to the fantastic Cressi Frog fins of old! Always easy to get on and off while wearing thick gloves, and offering a superb elastic bungee system, there are plenty of great reasons why the Cressi ARA EBS is … Read more

Reasons to Cold Water Dive

It may not be for everyone, but it’s something that everyone should try at least once in their life. Cold water diving is a popular sport, and differs quite a bit from warm water diving. Don’t get me wrong, I love diving in warm waters just as much as the next person, but there is … Read more

Mares Avanti Quattro Plus Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

The Mares Avanti Quattro Plus fins are renowned for their exceptional propulsion and efficiency with each kick, thanks to their unique four-channel design.  They combine flexibility and comfort, making them a top choice for divers seeking optimal performance without sacrificing ease of use. With a bungee strap for easy donning and doffing and a design … Read more

Mares X Stream Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

Mares X Stream fins – right out of the box – look as if they’re going to be seriously special as far as scuba diving is concerned. Looks aren’t everything, of course, but I’d safely guess your average scuba fins don’t quite look like these! Of course, Mares fins are well known for their amazing … Read more

Oceanic Vipers Fins Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

Are you thinking about investing in a pair of Oceanic Viper open heel fins? There are certainly a few great reasons why – and, having tested these fins out in a pool for myself, I can safely say you won’t be disappointed if you are looking for extremely lightweight fins that prove to be some … Read more

Cressi Big Eyes Evolution Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

The Big Eyes Evolution has been around for some time, remaining virtually unchanged, proving its popularity amongst scuba divers of all levels. As the name suggests, the Cressi Big Eyes Evolution mask promises to offer a huge field of vision and extremely low internal volume. Those are big wins for most scuba divers – and … Read more

Scubapro Solo Dive Mask Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

I’ve had my eye on this mask for a while, just down to its great appearance. Underwater, it rivals some of the best dive masks I have tried. Sometimes, the best diving equipment is the simplest – and the Scubapro Solo really does take things back to basics. That’s a good thing when you’re looking … Read more

Tusa Paragon Mask Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

The Paragon is a sturdy mask which provides ultimate underwater clarity.  Tusa have certainly delivered a special piece of equipment here. If you’ve read any of my diving mask reviews in the past, you’ll know that I really rate TUSA masks – and this seriously tough mask from the popular brand is picking up a … Read more