Scubadiving
March 10, 2009
Lunocet Swim Fins Turn You Into a Fish
Lunocet Swim Fins recreate what it would be like if we where all mermaids. Lunocet Swim Fins are made from 2.5-pound monofins constructed from fiberglass and carbon fiber which hook up to an aluminum foot plate at a 30-degree angle. With a span of a meter wide, the Lunocet blows other scuba fins out of the water and is about three times wider the surface area of standard swim fins. Lunocet says that swimmers can hit maximum speeds of up to 8 miles per hour with their device! That means you will be able to beat any olympic swimmer, including Michael Phelps. Buy these swim fins for a price of $1,500.
February 8, 2009
Diving Sonar Navigation System - Exitpoint
This sporty diving sonar navigation system called the Exitpoint is an early warning system specially designed to reduce diving accidents cause by separation. Exitpoint sonar-based dive navigation will help assist inexperienced divers to go through unfamiliar and challenging environments by giving them access to real-time information as well as the location of their dive buddies, supervisor and the boat. The Exitpoint also features a proximity warning that alerts divers who swim out of range and works even in bad weather conditions like strong currents and low visibility. The sporty device will come in a titanium or a gun metal finish with stainless steel accents. We're not sure whether it will hit the market, but hope this safety diving device will become part of the diving norm.
Via Yanko Design
February 5, 2009
Folding Scuba Fins - Omega Aquatics Amphibian Flipfins
A pair of folding scuba fins like these Omega Aquatics Amphibian Flipfins let divers walk and climb wherever they need to without removing their fins. Folding Scuba Fins are simple to use. All a diver has to do to switch to a walking position is use the opposite heel to press and release the integrated latching mechanism on the toe of the fin. When entering the water a diver enters the water with the fins up and then water resistance latches the fins into a swimming position during the first few kicks. This makes them basically hands-free. Omega Aquatics Amphibian Flipfins also feature great traction on the sole for uneven and wet surfaces. Buy these Omega Aquatics Amphibian Scuba Fins for a price of $169.
January 15, 2009
Underwater HD Video Camera Mask - Liquid Image Scuba Series HD 320
An Underwater HD Video Camera Mask will enhance your time under the sea. Liquid Image has this new version of the Underwater HD Video Camera Mask that captures your real time scuba adventure up to 115 feet and is capable of capturing 720p video and 5 megapixel photos. Liquid Image will also be out will 3 new camera masks spring 2009...so stay tuned. There's no word on the price of the Scuba Series HD 320, but we'd say somewhere around $200.
January 12, 2009
New Suunto Vyper Air Watch and Cobra3 Full-featured Decompression Dive Computer
Suunto Vyper Air Watch
The new Suunto Vyper Air Watch and Cobra3 Full-featured Decompression Dive Computer are the most recent in diving technology from the sports watch brand. The Suunto Vyper Air Watch features wireless air integration which lets divers to monitor tank pressure and air consumption from their wrist, a new electronic 3D compass that gives divers the unique ability to tilt the compass up to 45 degrees in any direction without impairing the ability to read figures clearly and accurately, and optional wireless air integration and a technologically advanced electronic 3D compass. It includes Air, Nitrox and Gauge modes and gas switching and can be programmed in one percent increments for nitrox mixtures between 21 and 100 percent oxygen which is great for divers using enriched air. Divers can also adjust oxygen partial pressure between 0.5 and 1.6 in 0.1 unit increments. The Suunto Vyper Air uses the Suunto Deep Stop RGBM algorithm that features continuous decompression and optimal ascent time. For deeper dives, the Deep Stop option adds further protection with a series of "deep stops" between a diver's maximum depth and ceiling. Another cool feature is the a built-in dive simulator that allows you to test potential dives before going into the water. The Vyper Air features large digits and a Matrix display that clearly shows critical dive information including dive profile graphs. After the dive, you can download the data to your PC and easily maintain a detailed logbook. The Suunto Vyper Air can be worn as a wrist unit with a protective boot, or mounted on a two gauge console.
Suunto Cobra3 Full-featured Decompression Dive Computer
The Suunto Cobra3 was designed for passionate divers and comes with an easy-to-read matrix display with simplified four-button operation. It also features Suunto's all new electronic 3D compass and the Deep Stop option like the Suunto Vyper. With two-gas switching Nitrox, Air, and Gauge modes, the Suunto Cobra3 delivers everything you need to maximize bottom time and make the most of every dive. It provides graphs for your dive profile with an informative matrix display and its. The Suunto Cobra3 uses the Suunto Deep Stop RGBM algorithm, that features continuous decompression for optimal ascent time.
Also be sure to check out the Suunto Training Series Watches and Comfort Belt
September 2, 2008
AquaLung Slingshot Open Heel Fins
Aqua Lung Slingshot Fins help to do away with ankle fatigue/soreness and flimsiness. Unlike more traditional fins, Aqua Lung Slingshot Fins are designed specifically to use all their surface for efficient power. Slingshot Fins feature a hinged fin and silicone bands that can be set in three positions: short for easier, slower kicking, medium for a little faster, and long (increasing the tension) for even faster, more draining, athletic swimming. They also have three stiffness levels, are easy to "shift gears" in, and with the midfoot pivot on the fin, the stress is taken off the ankle and moved down. There you go...a big change from dads flip-flops. You can buy these AquaLung Slingshot Open Heel Fins for a price of $175.
Via Outside
May 22, 2008
Eterna KonTiki Diving Watch
Though not the newest diving watch on the block, the Eterna KonTiki Diving Watch was the first to use a hinged led mechanism that allows the mechanical movement container to move from the bridge of the bracelet, negating any errors from the parallax effect. What does that all mean? Once the dive time is set on the dual-rotating bezel you can lock the container back into the bridge without fear of unnecessary bezel rotation. The Eterna KonTiki is designed using automobile industry grade sealing mechanisms that allow the Eterna KonTiki to have not only a diving ring adjusted by a rotating bezel instead of a crown and hold watertight down to 1000 meters. The black dial of the KonTiki diver is easily legible under any light with it’s large white numbers, raised index marks and wide hands. It measures a robust 46mm and the case is made of PVD coated titanium. You can buy this Eterna Diving Watch for a price of 7,360. Eterna Watches.
Via GearPatrol
May 1, 2008
Oceanic DataMask HUD Personal Dive Computer
The Oceanic DataMask HUD Personal Dive Computer is all about truly “Hands-Free” diving.
The Oceanic DataMask HUD Personal Dive Computer contains a miniature liquid crystal display (LCD) panel, proprietary Digital Optic System, microprocessor, depth transducer, wireless cylinder pressure receiver, diver replaceable battery, and controlling software. The miniature LCD allows you to keep your eyes focused on the dive while presenting critical dive data including: current depth, elapsed dive time, cylinder pressure, and dive time remaining. The Digital Optic System provides a clear, highly magnified image of the LCD, which is viewable regardless of environmental conditions and may be seen clearly by the vast majority of people, regardless of vision. You can buy the DataMask Complete Set for a price of $1500.
Via GetOutdoors
April 24, 2008
Sea Instrument Dive Computer Add-on
The Sea Instrument Dive Computer Add-on, which was introduced this month by Danish watch designers Linde Werdelin, clips onto the Biformeter watch and gives the diver information like the Internal temperature sensor, in-water sensor, light sensor on a full-color 220x176-pixel LCD screen. The Sea Instrument Dive Computer Add-on also features 128MB flash memory which comes in handy for computerizing your dives with wireless-upgradeable software, a water-resistance of up to 1,000 meters, rechargeable Li-Ion battery gives you five days on standby, 28 hours' non-stop diving, and an USB charger. You can buy the steel version for $3,000, or the gold version for $46,000. And off course, you first need to get the Biformeter which costs $5,000, to use the Sea Instrument in the first place.
Via Gizmodo
March 27, 2008
Reef Rider Sea Scooter
The affordable Reef Rider Sea Scooter is essentially a stripped-down version of the Sea-Doo range of sea scooters, combining performance and safety with ease of use and lightness. Each Reef Rider Sea Scooter packs thrust for a speed of up to 2.2mph/3.5kmh in a very compact, lightweight design and features safety features including protective grille and auto shut off. Now you can lark in the pool or get down with the fish easily. The Reef Rider will operate to a depth of 3 metres, and a full charge will give you 50 minutes in the water. You can but this cool underwater gadget for a price of $179.98 or €147.99. I Want One Of Those.
