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Close up of Kevlar reinforced pads on SF Tech drysuit for abrasion resistance.

From Wetsuit to Drysuit: Why The Switch Changes Everything

A drysuit doesn't just keep you warm; it changes your physiology underwater. From safety redundancy...
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Technical diver on CCR Liberty checking handset electronics and PO2 readings underwater to prevent human error.

The Machine vs. The Mind: Why Human Factors Dictate CCR Safety

CCRs are engineering masterpieces, but they cannot compensate for human error. We explore why complacency,...
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technical diver on CCR in the blue hole arch most famous dive site that took many divers lifes

Backmount vs. Sidemount: Choosing the Right Tool for the Mission

Sidemount offers flexibility; Backmount offers efficiency. We dive into the physics of gas management, team...
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Deep technical diver descending into darkness, highlighting the risks of deep air narcosis.

Deep Air Diving: The Silent Killer

Narcosis is a chemical fact, not a psychological challenge. We explore why modern technical diving...
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The Tragic Truth Behind Dahab’s Blue Hole Diving Accidents

The Tragic Truth Behind Dahab’s Blue Hole Diving Accidents

The famous Blue Hole in Dahab, Egypt, is a bucket-list dive site for almost every...
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The Most Common Causes of CCR Diving Accidents

The Most Common Causes of CCR Diving Accidents

Closed-Circuit Rebreathers (CCRs) have transformed the world of diving. They allow divers to extend bottom...
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The Effect of Social Media on the Diving Industry

The Effect of Social Media on the Diving Industry

Social media has transformed nearly every part of our lives, and the diving industry is...
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Wreck Penetration: What Certification Is Really Needed?

Wreck Penetration: What Certification Is Really Needed?

Wreck diving captures the imagination of divers around the world, offering a rare opportunity to...
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What Is DIR Equipment and Why Is It Set Up This Way?

What Is DIR Equipment and Why Is It Set Up This Way?

DIR, short for Doing It Right, is a comprehensive and systematic approach to scuba diving that...
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Drawing the Invisible: Survey and Line Work in Cala Luna Cave

Drawing the Invisible: Survey and Line Work in Cala Luna Cave

The final project I joined during my time in Sardinia took me to a cave...
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Mapping the Darkness: Photogrammetry of Grotta del Fico Cave

Mapping the Darkness: Photogrammetry of Grotta del Fico Cave

After completing the Bue Marino project, my next project in Sardinia took me into the...
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Ecosystem Characterization of the Bue Marino Cave System

Ecosystem Characterization of the Bue Marino Cave System

During the summer of 2024, I (Greta) traveled to Sardinia, to the small coastal town...
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Close up of Kevlar reinforced pads on SF Tech drysuit for abrasion resistance.
From Wetsuit to Drysuit: Why The Switch Changes Everything
A drysuit doesn't just keep...
Technical diver on CCR Liberty checking handset electronics and PO2 readings underwater to prevent human error.
The Machine vs. The Mind: Why Human Factors Dictate CCR Safety
CCRs are engineering masterpieces, but...
technical diver on CCR in the blue hole arch most famous dive site that took many divers lifes
Backmount vs. Sidemount: Choosing the Right Tool for the Mission
Sidemount offers flexibility; Backmount offers...