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Discover the awe-inspiring evolution of extended range diving, where adventurers have unlocked the secrets ...

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Safety is a huge part of scuba diving; Following No Decompression Limits, ascending slowly, staying close t...

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Scuba diving is a dynamic activity that requires divers to constantly react to changes in their environment...

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There are two types of surface marker buoy that are commonly used by divers, surface marker buoys (SMBs) an...

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SSI launches a new Decompression Diving Specialty for recreational divers to get a taste of what decompress...

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In this blog, we look at the components of stage bottle rigging and how to set up a stage bottle for open c...

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The equipment you choose has a significant impact on your performance and comfort when you go decompression...

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I am not a detective and I do not want to suggest what has been the cause of historical and recent Extended...

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SSI has long had a Recreational Sidemount Diving specialty program available, but it is only in recent year...

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SSI XR training programs offer an exciting pathway for all divers to extend their range of skills and knowl...

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