Category Archives: Gear Reviews
Seminar: Cooler weather? No problem! - October 22, 2019
Training, gear and sites to dive in cooler waters
We get it…warm water diving is great! But how many amazing dives sites are you missing out on if you aren’t willing to dive in cooler water? Extend your dive season and expand your options by learning the joys and basics of submerging yourself in sites outside the tropic. Valerie will discuss the gear you need, how to plan your dives and some of the exciting places you can go! Umm, California dreaming, anyone??
When: Tuesday, October 22 starting at 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
Seminar: Using and Choosing a Dive Computer - September 24, 2019
Do you want to stay down longer and enjoy the surroundings? Dive computers enable you to do that and should be at the top of every beginner or advanced diver’s list! Whether you’re picking out your first computer or you’re ready to replace your old one, this is a great opportunity to learn about key features, latest advancements and answer the questions: What do the numbers on the screen mean and why should I care?
When: Tuesday, September 24 starting at 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
Seminar: Travel tips for dive trips - June 25, 2019
Ready to explore the world….underwater? Whether you’re thinking about your first dive vacation or you’re an experienced dive traveler, join us for this seminar to learn more and share tips for planning and packing for dive trips. Warm water or cold water, weekend getaway or multi-week excursion, our dive pros have done it all and can recommend their favorite lightweight, travel-friendly gear for both below and above the water.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 starting at 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
New dive computers from Aqua Lung, Shearwater and Suunto
Thinking about investing in a new dive computer? Now is a great time to take advantage of new features and functionality!
Shearwater Teric
$1095; Transmitter: $350
The Teric is Shearwater’s entry into the watch-style dive computer lineup. Its gorgeous, full-color screen is highly customizable and straps are available in 6 different colors. Comes with a charging base so you can plug in and charge on the go — no battery change required!
Modes: Air, Nitrox, Gauge, Freedive, Trimix, CC/BO- Maximum depth: 656 ft.
- Up to 2 air-integrated transmitters
- Rechargeable up to 30 hours
- Integrated digital compass
- Bluetooth
- Alarms audible & vibration
- Customizable screens
- Online firmware updates
- Buhlmann GF
- Shearwater App
Aqua Lung i770R
$899; Transmitter: $399
The most tech-savvy diver will appreciate the i770R’s cutting-edge ultra-bright TFT color screen and its wireless Bluetooth connectivity packaged into a robust, functional, and compact design. Monitor all your information with the easy-to-use interface and intuitive 3-button navigation. Standard features include a rechargeable lithium battery, 3-axis full-tilt compass, easy three-button navigation, multiple gas capability and 4 operating modes.
Modes: Air, nitrox, gauge, and freedive- Maximum depth: 328 ft.
- Up to 4 air-integrated transmitters
- Alarms
- Color screen
- Bluetooth
- Diverlog app
- Rechargeable battery
- Pelagic Z+
- Software updates
Suunto D5
$849-$899; Transmitter Pod: $439
The new Suunto D5 is designed to be so clear and easy-to-use that you can just enjoy and focus on exploring the wonderful underwater world. Play with style by changing the strap to match your looks. After diving, connect wirelessly to the Suunto app to re-live and share your adventures with friends.
Modes: Air, Nitrox, Gauge, and Freedive- Maximum depth: 328 ft.
- Backlight LED
- Up to 3 air-integrated Suunto PODs
- Alarms, audible and vibration
- 3 nitrox mixes
- Customizable
- Integrated digital compass
- Bluetooth
- DM5 & Suunto apps
- Rechargeable battery 6-12 hrs
- Fused RGBM
- Firmware updates
Aqua Lung i200C
$369
The i200C is an intuitive, sporty computer with versatile features and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. With its fresh design, you’ll find yourself wearing the i200C as an everyday sports watch that is ready to dive when you are. Features 4 operating modes, a user-changeable standard battery, as well as no restriction switching between Free & Dive modes. Easily connect to the free Diverlog+ app to digitally log your dives and manage computer settings. Available in 6 colors to match your gear or stand out on the dive boat.
Modes: Air, nitrox, gauge, and freedive- Maximum depth: 328 ft.
- 3 nitrox mixes
- Alarms, audible and Hi Visibility LED
- User changeable battery
- Saves last 24 dives
- LED
- Bluetooth
- Pelagic Z+
- Software updates
2018 Holiday Gift Guide
We’ve got the perfect gifts for the diver and snorkeler on your list! Our staff have weighed in with their top picks to fit every budget.
Gift Certificates
Not sure what they might like? We offer gift certificates in any amount good toward classes, gear, servicing or even trips.
Special Deals
Stocking Stuffers
For the Dive Traveler
For the New Diver
For the Underwater Photographer
Special Deals
Save up to $300 on a Suunto D-Series dive computer
Now through December 31, 2018, all Suunto D-Series wrist computers are on sale. That includes the DX, D6i Novo, D4i Novo and D4i. Take advantage of this special offer while supplies last!
On Sale
- 50% off in-stock Sharkskin Chillproof hooded vests, longsleeve shirts, socks and beanies
- Up to 30% off select Big Blue dive lights and sets
- 20% off SP Gadget POV cases for GoPro cameras
- $150 off Rescue Diver + DAN DEMP course combo
- Buy a SeaLife camera and receive a free pool session with an instructor
- Buy an AquaLung drysuit and receive the Drysuit Diver course for free
- Buy an Apeks sidemount kit (BCD + regulators) and receive the Sidemount Diver course for free
- Plus clearance pricing on rental camera kits, drysuits and dive computers
Stocking Stuffers
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4Ocean bracelets ($20)
Reusable Utensil Kit with Straw ($22)
BUFF Multifunctional Headwear (starting at $15)
EEZYCUT Trilobite Cutting Tool ($25)
Bigblue dive light combo pack (starting at $180)For the Dive Traveler
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“Reef Fish Identification TRAVEL EDITION: Caribbean, Bahamas, South Florida” by Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach ($30)
DAN Grab & Go Travel First Aid Kit ($20)
Stahlac bag (starting at $40)
Nautilus Lifeline GPS ($199)
PADI Enriched Air Diver course ($175)For the New Diver
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Surface signaling device (starting at $35)
Dive Computer (starting at $299)
PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy course ($195)For the Underwater Photographer
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GoPro HERO7 Black Camera ($399)
Backscatter FLIP6 Filter Kits for GoPro (starting at $39)
SeaLife AquaPod (on sale!)
Digital Underwater Photography Post-Production Diver course ($175)
Seminar: Regs, BCDs and computers...oh my! - October 23, 2018
Thinking about buying a regulator, BCD or computer but you’re not sure where to start? Octo vs. safe second, back-inflate vs. jacket, wrist vs. console…there are so many options now! Whether you’re picking out your first set-up or you’re ready to replace your old one, this is a great opportunity to learn about key features and the latest advancements for these essential pieces of equipment.
When: Tuesday, October 23; 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
Seminar: Regs, BCDs and computers...oh my! - May 22, 2018
Thinking about buying a regulator, BCD or computer but you’re not sure where to start? Octo vs. safe second, back-inflate vs. jacket, wrist vs. console…there are so many options now! Whether you’re picking out your first set-up or you’re ready to replace your old one, this is a great opportunity to learn about key features and the latest advancements for these essential pieces of equipment.
When: Tuesday, May 22; 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
"Blue" dive gear for Earth Day
It’s almost Earth Day! Which scuba manufacturers are doing their best to protect our ocean planet?
One of the ways Blue Planet incorporates conservation into our mission is to consciously support companies that are trying their best too. See below for some that we have featured:
4Ocean
It’s not pretty, but somebody’s got to do it! The women and men at 4Ocean are cleaning the coasts and oceans of all sorts of debris every day. The most prevalent trash? All sorts of single-use plastics that we consume at a rapid rate! Since plastic will never naturally degrade in our ecosystems (just break down into smaller and smaller pieces), it is extremely important to remove larger pieces before they get too small to be seen.
What: Some of the material that is collected by 4Ocean gets turned into cool bracelets! Purchasing one supports funding for the removal of 1 pound of trash from the ocean and therefore also the efforts of 4Ocean. Pick up one today at Blue Planet and show everyone that you care about marine debris!
JAWS
Just Add Water Solutions has been providing environmentally-friendly solutions for water sports since 2005. Their formulas are non-toxic and biodegradable, and they work! As divers, we use JAWS products for everything from mask scrub and defog to wetsuit and BCD cleaner.
What: Take your defog and gear cleaning solutions to the next level! They even offer options that create less foam while cleaning, leading to less overall water usage!
Stream2Sea
Finally! We have been waiting years for a sunscreen that does not harm the ocean creatures we are trying to see! Sometimes divers must take matters into their own hands and create solutions. This is the case with Stream2Sea. As a cosmetic chemist and diver, Autumn Blum devised a way around the harmful chemicals that are usually the go-to for sunscreen manufacturers. Instead of using a traditional nano-sized titanium dioxide, she uses a non-nano sized titanium dioxide molecule that does not penetrate the cells on invertebrates.
What: The Steam2Sea line includes sunscreens, shampoo and body wash, leave-in conditioner, lip balm, body lotion and sting-relief gel. A full line of products that can be used without feeling guilty!
Fourth Element
Creating quality products that have a limited impact on the environment is a common goal for many manufacturers. Fourth Element has taken this a step further – having a positive impact rather than just a reduced impact. Their OceanPositive line of products incorporates material created from reclaimed nylon ghost fishing nets pulled from the ocean. This is the first part of their Mission 2020 goal to eliminate all single-use plastic from their product packaging and developing more products made from recycled materials.
What: We are extremely excited to carry Fourth Element products! Their OceanPositive line includes swimwear, rashguards and Thermocline wetsuits and pieces. They also offer a full line of drysuits, undergarments, luggage and clothes.
Seminar: Sidemount Diving - April 18, 2018
*ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 21, 2018; NEW DATE!*
So what’s the deal with divers wearing tanks at their sides instead of on their back? The sidemount configuration offers increased flexibility, streamlining and gas supply, plus is a great option for people who don’t want to walk with heavy cylinders on their back. And it’s a must if you plan to try technical diving! Join us to learn why more and more divers are choosing to dive sidemount.
When: Wednesday, April 18; 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
Seminar: Regs, BCDs and computers...oh my! - August 16, 2017
Thinking about buying a regulator, BCD or computer but you’re not sure where to start? Octo vs. safe second, back-inflate vs. jacket, wrist vs. console…there are so many options now! Whether you’re picking out your first set-up or you’re ready to replace your old one, this is a great opportunity to learn about key features and the latest advancements for these essential pieces of equipment.
When: Wednesday, August 16; 7:00 PM
Where: Blue Planet shop
