Wetsuit or Drysuit in PNW? Four dives. That’s all it took for me to realize that life is too short to be cold. From the “Michelin Man” struggle to the glory of the P-valve, here is why a drysuit isn’t just a luxury—it’s a PNW necessity.
Shivering is Optional: Diving in Wetsuit or Drysuit in the PNW Read More »
Can a “budget” tech light handle the PNW? I’m reviewing the DGX Gears 4550 Canister Light after 8 months of use. From cutting through “pea soup” plankton to hacking the Goodman handle for smaller hands, here is why this $399 light is a serious contender for divers transitioning to tech.
DGX Gears 4550 Canister Light Review: Tech Primary on a Budget Read More »
Discover Pacific Northwest cold water diving with this complete guide to Puget Sound and Hood Canal sites. Essential gear tips, dive sites like Redondo Beach and Sund Rock, plus safety advice for PNW diving adventures.
Cold, Miserable, but Lively: Cold Water Diving in the Pacific Northwest Read More »
Beyond the cert card! 🧠 My dive journey took a crucial turn with my Rescue Diver course. I’m sharing how training in Pacific Northwest’s challenging cold waters transformed me from an ‘underwater tourist’ to a more self-reliant diver with situational awareness.
Most divers fall in love at first breath. My story? Not so much. I literally couldn’t swim properly when I started, and my first discovery dives were more about managing panic than experiencing awe. But I was curious, and that curiosity eventually led me to my Open Water certification, and a surprising love for shipwrecks. This is the beginning of my unique path from a non-swimmer to a diver, and it just might show you a different way forward.”
From Non-Swimmer to Diver: My Unexpected Path to the Underwater World Read More »
