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Scuba Franny's Expedition Re-cap

Written by Francheska "Scuba Franny" Krysiak Mesophotic and Deep Benthic Communities Project JUNE 2024 | GULF OF MEXICO, U.S.A. DIVING DEEP IN THE NAME OF RESTORATION Unprecedented in both scope and nature, the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was the largest in U.S. history. In April...

Less is More with the Prism 2 Back Mounted Counterlungs

Divers are often looking for new ways to reduce drag and improve streamlining, and now they can with the new PRISM 2 Back Mounted Counterlungs from Hollis Rebreathers! Our new BMCL design allows divers to improve streamlining with less drag and better horizontal trim while leaving the chest free for attachment of additional tanks and...

Diver wearing Prism 2 rebreather

Motorcycle Diaries

A few years ago, I completed a Motorcycle Safety Class and was struck by the similarities to training rebreather divers. It was really good to be a student instead of an instructor for a change. It's one of those experiences that reminds you what performance pressure feels like and reinforces the qualities of good instruction. I...

Diver wearing Prism 2 rebreather

Mixed Team Diving

When CCR divers and open circuit (OC) divers dive together, they are referred to as a mixed team. OC divers are often shy about asking a CCR diver how procedures may differ so it is up to you to ensure that gas management and emergency procedures are clear prior to entering the water. There are...

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