PNW Scuba Dive Site Logistics: Seacrest Cove 2 in Seattle, WA
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Technical diving
Short Backplate Review: why this is a must for petite diver!
Standard backplates are built for average-height people. If you’re not one of them, a short plate might fix a trim problem you didn’t know you had.
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Tecline Teclight Review: Best of Two Worlds (Spot & Video)
Is there a “perfect” hybrid light for tech divers who also love video? I’m reviewing the Tecline Teclight—a modular canister light that switches between a 6° spot and a 120° video beam. From importing it from Spain to testing the Ammonite battery compatibility, here is why this streamlined light is the great choice for cave divers with smaller hands.
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DGX Gears 4550 Canister Light Review: Tech Primary on a Budget
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.
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PNW Scuba Dive Site Logistics: Sund Rock in Hoodsport, WA
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Cold Water, Dark Caves, and Lots of Data: The Two Ocean Notes 2025 Review
Cold water, dark caves, and the “famous last words” of gear addiction. 101 dives later, I’m looking back at my 2025 stats, my transition into tech diving, and why I’m trading tropical blue for PNW green. The surface interval for 2025 is over—let’s prep for the next descent.
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PNW Scuba Dive Site Logistics: Mukilteo T-Dock in Mukilteo, WA
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The Ultimate Guide to Diving Tulum: Cenotes, Caverns, & Caves
In Tulum, the real adventure lies in a hidden world beneath the jungle.
This is where sunlight shafts pierce through cave ceilings, ancient formations fill the space, and a surreal halocline layer separates fresh and saltwater. This is the unique realm of cenote and cave diving.
Ready to start planning an unforgettable trip to this otherworldly destination? Tap the link to get my guide now.
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My Journey to Full Cave Certification: A Reflection
The Full Cave Diver course was a long road of practice and mental preparation, and I’m so proud of our journey to get here.
This reflection goes beyond the course curriculum to share the key lessons learned in the water—the mantras that keep me composed, the golden rules of navigation, and what this certification enables us to do next.
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A Framework for Packing a Cave Trip: Backmount Doubles Edition
For a technical diver, packing is the first step of the dive plan. It’s a meticulous process of organizing redundant systems and essential tools to prepare for every scenario.
The list is not just a collection of items; it’s a framework designed to serve as the foundation. Use it as a blueprint to build a comprehensive kit tailored to your specific needs.
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