2026 Scuba Diving Gear Guide

Our Annual Gear Guide covers everything a diver could want, including all the essential pieces of equipment to a variety of accessories that add convenience, fun or both to your dive adventures.

How to Choose a Dive Knife or Underwater Cutting Tool
Learn all about dive cutting tools, including types of devices, which ones are useful for different diving conditions and the best place to stow them while diving.
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Haircare
Salt water can be brutal on your hair, but you don’t have to choose between great dives and healthy strands.

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Scuba Diving Fashion Wows at the Tacoma Arts Show

The Washington Scuba Alliance entertains and educates attendees at the 2023 Tacoma Arts on the Ave show with fashionable drysuit fits and ways they can help create sustainable marine environments in Washington state.

 

Best Dive Gear for Women

ScubaLab highlights products made specifically with women in mind.

Does Your Dive Gear Matter?

Dialed-in gear is an essential component to your diving safety, comfort and enjoyment

Newly Released Eco-Conscious Scuba Gear

ScubaLab takes a quick look at three new items designed with the environment in mind.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms: An Icon Reimagined

Blancpain celebrates the legacy of the Fifty Fathoms with a new technical dive watch.

 

Prepare to Play—Building a Scuba First Aid Kit

Diving can take us to some remote places. Stay prepared for any situation by building a first aid kit, tailored to your and your dive buddy's needs.

Best Dive Gear Bags of 2023 Reviewed

ScubaLab reviews the latest models of large roller bags, dry duffels and mesh bags.

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