This month in the scuba bulletin:
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Breaking news
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Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef has found coral flourishing in deep
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Equipment news
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DUI
introduces Silicone ZipSeals
Recall Notice - SureLock II Weight Pocket Handles from
Aqua Lung |
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New offers from the last minute board
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Dive
in the pristine waters of Eilat
10 day Coco Island Liveaboard Scuba diving Trip, Costa
Rica
Plan a memorable diving charter with us onboard Princess
Ushwa, Maldives |
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| Breaking
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A recent survey of the Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef has found coral flourishing in deep waters, a stark contrast to the shallower reefs that have seen a drastic decline over the last few decades.
The healthy coral populations were discovered to be below 30 meters -- beyond the usual reach of most scuba divers -- and even found at depths of 80 meters, according to the Catlin Seaview Survey.
"The Holmes and Flinders Reefs in the Coral Sea are renowned for having been badly damaged, said Pim Bongaerts, of the University of Queensland's Global Change Institute, who was leading the deep reef survey.
To read more: http://edition.cnn.com/2012/10/26/world/asia/australia-deep-water-coral-reef/ |
| Dive
show news |
Dusselforf Boat Show
Boot 2013 will be taking place in Düsseldorf between 19 January and 27 January 2013
Venue: Messegelande Dusseldorf, Messeplatz
Holidaymaker’s demands for leisure activities have increased and more and more
holiday organizers offer activities like dive courses and dive trips. There are
holidays that feature diving only as a side activity and then there are so called
dive vacations that revolve solely around diving. There are travel businesses
specialized in these types of vacations and many of them exhibit at the world’s
largest water sports trade fair boot Duesseldorf.
To read more: http://www.boat-duesseldorf.com/ |
| Equipment
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Silicone ZipSeals are now available
Now all DUI owners can enjoy the comfort and durability of silicone with DUI’s new Silicone ZipSeals!
The benefits of Silicone ZipSeals:
More UV and ozone resistant so they will last longer in most conditions
Softer and more comfortable to wear
Excellent for people with latex allergies
Great for divers with prominent wrist tendons creating a drier dive when flexing hands
Easy to put on and take off due to excellent stretch and slick coating applied to the inside of the seal
Can be used on all DUI drysuits already fitted with DUI neck ZipRings and most DUI wrist ZipRings
DUI’s new Silicone ZipSeals are available now on both new DUI drysuits as well as replacement parts for existing DUI drysuits fitted with DUI ZipRings.
To read more: www.dui-online.com
Recall Notice - SureLock II Weight Pocket Handles
Aqua Lung is conducting a voluntary recall of SureLock II weight pocket handles as found on most Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators since 2009.
Please use the link below which will take you to our website where you may read the recall announcement, learn if your buoyancy compensator is affected and how to remedy the situation.
As stated in the recall announcement, quantities of replacement handles will be in short supply for the first few weeks, but we felt a responsibility to notify all Aqua Lung customers as quickly as possible.
We have made production of replacement handles a top priority with our supplier. Please contact your local authorized Aqua Lung dealer prior to bringing in your weight pockets to inquire whether they have replacement handles available.
We apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused you. We thank you for purchasing Aqua Lung products and wish you safe and enjoyable diving adventures |
| Education
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Nominations now open for 2013 DAN Rolex Diver of the Year Award
The DAN/Rolex Diver of the Year Award is easily one of the most prestigious awards given out in the dive industry. This award recognizes an outstanding individual who has significantly contributed to scuba diving safety or the mission of DAN. The DAN/Rolex Diver of the Year receives a specially engraved Rolex Submariner watch.
Over the years hundreds of deserving individuals have been nominated for the DAN/Rolex Diver of the Year award. However, only one individual is recognized each year. Although many past winners of the Award, now in its 25th Year, have been noted industry professionals, the nominations are open to divers of all levels. Award criteria are not based on an individual’s area of expertise or experience level, rather the focus is on the impact of their work on diving safety.
All nominations must be received no later than December 31, 2012
To read more: http://www.diversalertnetwork.org/?a=news&id=985635315 |
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Marine conservation
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Act for the angelfish by flipping the
switch. It's so easy to forget but yet so easy to do. Every time you walk out of a room turn off your lights, fans, computer monitor, anything that is using energy that you won't use when outside the room. Same idea; if you plan on sitting in your car for more then a couple seconds, just turn your engine off. It's actually hard to imagine how much energy people could save if everyone consistently turned things off when not in use.
Turn the tide for turtles by going energy star. If you are in the market for a new major appliance or even just a light bulb, it's a great way to show your blue side. Today, energy efficient appliances are doing the same job but with substantially less energy then their older counterparts. The choices we make like choosing a laptop over a desktop or saying no to the electric can opener will all contribute to the ambition of saving a lot of energy.
Make a whale of an effort by getting involved with green energy. Renewable energies like solar and wind power are becoming more and more popular sources that can supply your houses and businesses with energy. As many wait for prices to come down, it's great to become more knowledgeable on how these systems work and how they can work for you. By educating yourself on the issue of green energies, you can become more engaged in the community, state, and nation wide discussions on where we get our energy from in the future.
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| New offers from the last minute board |
Here are a few of the ads featuring in the last minute board:
Eilat, Israel &
Egypt
Price. 1399 USD
Month of trip December
Precise date of ending 12 01 2012
No. of available places 10
You'll board the 20 meters sailing boat with it's prestige original look well maintained and serviced. With a full crew to serve throughout our journey. On board You'll pampered with a full service to your
expectation. On board full services. Full accommodations Amenities on board 3 Meals Variety of Beverages Water Activities Jacuzzi Relaxing lounge, barbecue, fishing Guide Eilat, Israel Night Life and bars to enjoy on return to Eilat, Israel This is a dream for a diver to learn scuba diving. On hand in the ocean and aboard a yacht will provide you; the skills that a true diver needs to attain. Learn what many other new divers do not learn until they reach their 100th dive. Gain this knowledge in an instance with our cruise and diving package. This package includes everything that you'll need there are no extra costs nor fees. for the duration of your course and cruise this is an all expenses paid.
http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php?a=2&b=595
Costa Rica
Price 2399 USD
Month of trip November
Precise date of beginning 11th November
Precise date of ending 21st November
No. of available places 7
10 day Coco Island Liveaboard Scuba diving Trip. Amazing deal! Dive with the hammerheads! Boat leaves from Quepos, Costa Rica on the 11th November. Includes all meals, board , free nitrox fills, tanks and weights.
http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php?a=2&b=596
Maldives
Price: 2233 USD
No. of available places 24
Plan a memorable diving charter with us onboard Princess Ushwa. Princess Ushwa launched in 2011 has 12 cabins which can accommodate 24 passengers. Diving is done on separate support vessel which follows the mother vessel on the entire cruise carrying all equipments for your comfort. The above rate is for Maximum 12 Pax. This is an ideal offer for group of friends, Dive Clubs and Families.
http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php?a=2&b=593
Check the board http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php
regularly for new great deals.
If you have a great offer don't hesitate to post it. This service is free!!
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