August 9, 2008, 12:03 pm
"DIVER'S WANTED" to have fun:
Fun Shore Dive & Boat Dive:
August 23 (Shore Dive at Redondo Beach - Federal Way, WA)
All divers are welcome, not necessary to bring a buddy there will be somebody to dive with.
August 24 (Boat Dive with Bandito Charters - Tacoma, WA)
Try it, I know you'll like it!!!!!
What's else is Happening:
DRIFT DIVER: August 13 - Class, August 24 - Dives (combined with the Bandito Charter Boat)
Learn how to go with the flow, use reef hooks and more.
SEAL TEAM: August 24 - kids diving for ages 8-12, keep them cool during the summer.
ALTITUDE & PEAK PERFORMANCE DIVER: September 3 - Class, September 13 & 14 - Dives
Totally fun dives for all level of divers with a twist of learning with adventure. Saturday evening mini
lobster feed (ok crawdads) with potluck, underwater carving, pink pong ball hunt, clean up and
SEARCH & RECOVERY DIVER: September 3 - Class, September 13 & 14 - Dives
This is a program that will build you diving ability underwater and confidence underwater.
ADVENTURES & DIVING (Advanced): September 24 - Class, October 4 & 5 - Dives
Five Dives: Peak Performance Buoyancy, Navigation, Night, Deep and Naturalist.
CHECK OUT CALENDAR for CLASSES and DIVE ADVENTURES:
August Bag Special: Bags, Bags, Bags and more Bags on SALE.
Equipment Bags: (retail from $79.95 - $239.95, SALE: $63.95-$199.95
(Limited to stock on hand, no other discounts apply, sale ends August 30, 200
Just to inform you - RECALLS:
Apex TX/ATX/XTX second stages - ONLY if your regulator has never been serviced.
PADI Enriched Air 32% Imperial Table - Go to table 3 (repeditive dive timetable) pressure group G and 100'.
Do you have a TUSA TR-series regulator???
Parts are no longer available for theses. TUSA has a regulator up-grade program that may be of interest to you. We have a some in our used department at a reduced price that could be sent in for the up-grade or bring your's in and we can help you with this. You can up-grade for a reduced price $245.00 plus S/H, Retail Price: $399.00
July 10, 2008, 10:58 am
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Upcoming Dives/Courses:
Seal Team: July 20 - for kids ages 8 - 12 years old
If they enjoy water they will really enjoy scuba diving
DPV (Diver's Propulsion Vehicle): July 23 - Class, August 4 - Dives
Enjoy diving even more, relax while diving, see all that you can.
Bubble Maker: July 27 - for kids ages 8-12
This is like discover scuba but for kids, parents are welcome too.
Adventures & Diving (Advanced): July 30 - Class, August 9 & 10 - Dives
Five Dives: Peak Performance Buoyancy, Navigation, Night, Deep & Naturalist.
Drift Diver: August 13 - Class, August 24 - Dives
This is combined with the boat dive and drift diving is fun.
Fun Shore Dive & Boat Dive: August 23 (Shore Dive) & August 24 (Bandito Boat Dive)
All divers are welcome, just a group of divers diving and boat diving is very easy.
July Monthly Special (Great Time to Save Big):
Buy any Apeks Regulator and receive a FREE Apeks Egress Octopus! ($185 value FREE)
Extra Bonus we will also give you 10% off of the regulator price.
(Limited to stock on hand, no other discounts apply, expires July 30, 2008
Back in stock - Northwest Boat Dives:
This book has been out of publication for a while and hard to find. We got a personal call from the author to see if we were interested in stocking this book again. Of course we said yes...60 Dives in the Puget Sound & Hood Canal.
PWS rental BCD 1/2 off sale:
We have all of our previous version Pacific Watersports BCD 1/2 off the marked price. The original price of the BCD ranged from $65 to $95 and if you take 50% off WOW that makes them now only $32.50 to $47.50. These are used BCDs and have all been cleaned and checked. Limited to stock on hand sold used as-is.
There will also be many other styles marked 50% off as well, so come check them out.
When was the last time???
I have asked many of our participants in our programs WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME that you practiced basic open water skills? Many say when I had to for my open water certification. I encourage that if you have not been diving for awhile to consider a Scuba Refresher program. I have included a link to our web site to give you details about this program: http://www.pacifich2osports.com/dive/class_scuba_review.php
If you have been diving you could practice a few skills with your buddy in an open water setting in shallow water, 10 feet or less. Mask Flood and Clear, Regulator Recovery and Clear, Alternate Air Source Breathing (especially if you have a new buddy or a different alternate system, many now are a part of the inflator mechanism). These would be a good start.
June 4, 2008, 4:30 pm
Upcoming Dives & Courses:
Fun Shore Dive & Boat Dive: June 28 (Shore Dive & Annual Potluck Picnic) at Tramp Harbor, WA - Vashon Island
June 29 (Bandito Boat Dive - a few spaces still available).
All are Welcome...
Please let us know if you plan to come to the fun dive and sign-up is required for boat dive.
I have listed the ferry schedule web site for the fun dive, the times are also included in the attachment.
CPR/First Aid/AED: June 28 (Saturday)
This course is a great program to learn or up-date yourself in CPR, First Aid & AED defibulator. With the program you will receive a very informative Student Workbook with DVD, yours to keep.
Want a Drysuit for a great price?
We now have several USED DRYSUITS in stock and like new.
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$450 - ANDY'S - Men's XL - Like New - Trilam w/undergarment, booties, bag & inflator hose.
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$400 - ANDY'S - Women's Medium - NEW condition - Trilam w/undergarment, booties, bag & inflator hose.
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$295 - O'NEIL - Men's Large - Like New - Neoprene
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$250 - HARVEY'S Aqua Capsule - Men's XL - Great Condition - Neoprene
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$350 - KME - Men's Large - Like New - Neoprene w/drysuit hood & hanger
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$275 - HARVEY'S Aqua Capsule - Women's XL short - Great Condition - Neoprene
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$350 - USIA Pro - Men's XXL - 400 Denier Nylon w/undergarment, relief zipper, dry gloves & bag
All drysuits listed above are sold USED AS-IS.
We recommend you complete a drysuit orientation (cost $60) or take a full PADI Drysuit Course before diving a drysuit.
June Special: Split Fins
Buy a pair a Mares Raptors Fins and receive $20.00 off of the retail price NEW LOW PRICE is $139.95.
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These fins work very well for all types of divers, diving and fin kicks...even better if you do some knee bending.
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We have Yellow, Blue and Red in stock, size range of small, regular and xLarge.
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If you still are not convinced we also have these for DEMO, rent for $5 see if you like them,
if you do we will apply 100% of rental toward the purchase of ANY new Open Heel Fin we have in stock.
(Limited to stock on hand, no other discounts apply, expires June 30, 200
NEW Product in stock:
HangAir Drying System....so have I got your curiosity about what this might be???? If so then check out the website to see this pretty neat product and it's use: http://www.uwkinetics.com/product/108
Underwater Problem Management:
Do you remember the proper order if you were Running Low on Air or Out of Air Ascents??????????????
1) Normal Ascent (If low on air) No
2) Alternate Air Source Ascent Air
3) Controlled Emergency Swimming Ascent (CESA) Can
4) Bubby Breathing Ascent Be
5) Buoyant Emergency Ascent. Bad
We have something that will help you remember the proper order. No Air Can Be (Buddy Breath) Bad (The Bad option)
So all you need to do is walk around and say: No Air Can Be Bad, No Air Can Be Bad, No Air Can Be Bad
May 15, 2008, 1:55 pm
Upcoming Dives & Courses:
Deep Diver: May 21- class, May 31 & June 1 - dives (4)
Challenge your adventurous side, experience deeeeep diving.
Bubble Maker: June 1- for kids ages 8 - 12 years old
If you enjoy scuba diving so will your kids, let them in on the fun too.
CPR/First Aid/AED: June 28 - class
Save a life, it might be a loved one.
Fun Shore Dive & Boat Dive: June 28 (Shore Dive) & June 29 (Bandito Boat Dive - sign up today)
All divers are welcome, just a group of divers diving, if you want more diving, then relax with a boat dive.
(details will be in the June SCUBA eNews)
Computer Special:
Aqua Lung/Suunto Computer Trade-In Program: How it works...Trade-in any computer, whether it works or not, and receive a $200 Instant Rebate on the purchase of any eligible model dive computer. OR
Purchase or complete any Open-Water or Specialty Scuba certification by 7/31/08 and receive a $200 Instant Rebate on the purchase of any eligible model dive computer.
May Monthly Special:
Equipment Care $pecial: Buy 1 each of McNett Wetsuit/Drysuit Shampoo & BC Life Cleaner and Receive FREE your choice McNett Drysuit Seal Saver or Trident 20 O-ring Kit or McNett Silicone Grease 1/4 oz.
FYI on Dive Flags..how to not get a fine:
The red and white diver-down flag, originally devised in about 1957, is intended to protect divers themselves. This flag is often referred to as unofficial or voluntary because it is not mandated by the international or inland rules of the road. This assertion is erroneous. State law or regulation in virtually every state requires the use of the diver down flag. Typically, the laws or regulations on the use of this flag require divers to display the flag and to remain within a specified distance of it when they are near the surface. This often means the flag is best mounted on a float or buoy near the actual dive point rather than on the boat itself. Restrictions vary from state to state, but typically include a zone around the flag where no other boats are allowed and a second, larger zone in which their speed is limited. A number of states also prohibit the display of the diver-down flag when a diver is not actually in the water.
I did lots of research, had a very difficult time finding the true 100% cut & dry answer for Washington or Oregon especially for shore diving. So I will reference back to the PADI Open Water manual - rule of thumb is stay within 50 feet of you flag and for boaters to stay at least 100 to 200 feet away. Also, don't display the dive flag unless divers are actually in the water.
I have included a couple links that might help some it was about the best I could find over all.
If you wish to receive this SCUBA eNews automatically every month just e-mail us at: info@pacificwatersports.com and request please add me to your e-mail list.
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April 5, 2008, 11:28 am
Navigation Diving or Deep Diving:
Do you want to LEARN to Navigate better: Ok tell the truth, how many divers really do well with underwater navigation? This is one diving technique, all divers need to be proficient at. Do you know all the parts of your compass, do you use a direct or indirect compass, do you know how to do a u-pattern, do you know how to use a course plotter? Next Navigation Course: April 23 - Class, May 3 - 3 Dives (Dives are done at a local dive site)
Please see Underwater Navigator attachment for more details or go to the store calendar, click on April 23 for details.
LEARN to Deep Dive properly and safely: Many divers already dive beyond there trained deep limit, so does this mean that you don't need to be training? No...you need to learn all safety procedures, the ins and outs of diving deep. For some reason we are lured to dive deep and as divers we are adventurous people.
Next Deep Diver Course: May 21 - Class, May 31 & June 1 - 4 Dives
Please see Deep Brochure attachment for more details or go to the store calendar, click on May 21 for details.
NEXT Aqua Missions for kids ages 8 - 12 years old - April 13:
This is a great program for your kids that want to be a diver. We take care of them, no need to worry about them while diving. Parents have the option to join your kid(s) on Aqua Mission 5 and you don't have to be a certified diver to do this. The instructor is great with kids, he always has something interesting and inventive happening in the Seal Team program.
April Weights $pecial:
Don't let the price of weight sink into your pocket book. So this is your chance to let the weight sink you down underwater and save on purchase of weights.
We are offering through the month of April $1.00 off per pound of weight, ankle weights, tank weights, weight belt.
For example: if you bought a 12lb belt you would receive $12 off of retail prices or 40lbs of weight you would receive $40 off. Sale ends: April 30, 2008 - No other discounts apply - New products only - Limited to stock on hand.
WANTED - Rescue Divers:
We are looking for a few good PADI Rescue Divers. If you are an active diver, good with people, good diving habits and possibly considering in the future working towards Divemaster training please call us here at Pacific Watersports (503) 642-3483/DIVE, ask for Laurie or e-mail laurie at: laurie@pacificwatersports.com
Need a Dive Buddy Blog:
This Blog gives you an opportunity to find a dive buddy. All you have to do is signup and create a post. List when you plan to dive, where you would like to dive, share a ride and any other logistics. The Blog can then be searched by other divers looking for a dive buddy. I get people calling us here to see if anyone wants to go diving. So if you are looking for a dive buddy or want to go diving please visit this location often on our web site. This is located under Resources I have included a direct link for you to visit.
Don't Learn the Hard Way:
Ask yourself, when was the last time you truly did a Pre-Dive Safety Check??? PADI's safety check is Begin (BCD) Check adjustment, operation, low pressure connection, tank firm in band. With (Weights) Check for proper weight, type of quick release system & clear to be released, belts with right hand release. Review (Releases) Be familiar with buddy's releases and how they work, check to make sure there secure. And (Air) Check for ample air for both of you, valve is open, regulator & alternate works properly & where to find it & how each other's works. Friend (Final OK) Give each other final inspection looking for any out of place equipment. So don't learn the hard way, no matter how many dives you have done, no matter how experienced you are, don't feel that you should not complete one with you and your buddy.
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March 1, 2008, 3:43 pm
Let's Go Blow Bubbles - Fun and Boat Dives:
Fun Dive, March 15 - Saturday: If you have been going on our past fun dives we will be adventuring a little farther north. This dive is considered one of the best shore dive sites in the Pacific Northwest.
Check out link to a neat website and don't forget to click on the side columns too: Marine Life Guide
Bandito Charter Boat Dive, March 16 - Sunday: Maximize the most out of your weekend of diving by signing up for this boat trip on Sunday. If you are looking for someone to share a ride or expenses with please let us know.
Check out the attachment for more details on the fun & boat dive: Edmonds Underwater Park & Bandito Charter Boat
Boat Diver:
You can participate in the Boat Diver Course on March 5-class, March 16-dives. Gain more diving knowledge, experience and have fun. You will also be working towards your Master Scuba Diver Certification. The cost of the charter boat is included in the course cost and certification fee, so the training is only $30, that is a great deal.
Check out attachment for more details: Boat Diver Specialty
KIDS Ages 8 - 12 Want to have FUN too:
Bubble Maker Program - March 16 (Sunday) - starts at 5:30pm - about one hour of time. Kids receive all kinds of cool things. Equipment is provided, designed specifically for kids and limited to 6 participants.
Parents can participate with their kids for ONLY $20 per person, do not have to be a certified diver.
Kids Seal Team: Mission One - April 13 (Sunday) - starts at 5:30pm - about 1:30 of time. This program is an extension to the Bubble Maker with more neat things, you will receive 10% off if you have already taken our Bubble Maker program at PWS. Limited to 6 participants.
NEW Products in Store:
Above and Below water Signaling Device - great to get your buddies attention underwater and even better to get attention for on the surface (can be heard up to a mile away). We have these in stock for standard BCD or drysuit inflators and for SeaQuest Air Source inflator/regulator and more brands.
New Dive Sites Book - 151 Dives in the protected waters of Washington and British Columbia State, over 400 pages of diving information. This is a must have for divers wanting even more diversity to there diving, stop by to check it out.....
Special BCD Deals:
SeaQuest Diva LX BCD at a GREAT price, two ONLY....NOW $495....that's $200 off. Medium & Medium Large
SeaQuest Pro Unlimited BCD at a AWESOME price, one ONLY....NOW $649...that's $246 off. Medium Large
SeaQuest Pro XLT BCD at ANOTHER GREAT price, one ONLY....NOW $429...that's $166 off. Large
Remember we have a LAY-AWAY Program or 90 day Same as Cash - Dive Now/Pay Later on OAC
Limited to stock on hand, no other discounts apply.
What do I do if ???
If you are diving from a personal boat and you need assistance relating to a diving accident...what should you do?
First call Coast Guard on channel 16 VHF. Rules to keep in mind when calling for assistance are: state your name or the name of the vessel, your phone number or call sign, your position, that you have a medical emergency involving a scuba diver, to stay on the line or on the air until the party you call terminates the call and to stand by the phone or radio in case the party contacted calls for additional information. BE SAFE BY PLANNING AHEAD
Fun Dive, March 15 - Saturday: If you have been going on our past fun dives we will be adventuring a little farther north. This dive is considered one of the best shore dive sites in the Pacific Northwest.
Check out link to a neat website and don't forget to click on the side columns too: Marine Life Guide
Bandito Charter Boat Dive, March 16 - Sunday: Maximize the most out of your weekend of diving by signing up for this boat trip on Sunday. If you are looking for someone to share a ride or expenses with please let us know.
Check out the attachment for more details on the fun & boat dive: Edmonds Underwater Park & Bandito Charter Boat
Boat Diver:
You can participate in the Boat Diver Course on March 5-class, March 16-dives. Gain more diving knowledge, experience and have fun. You will also be working towards your Master Scuba Diver Certification. The cost of the charter boat is included in the course cost and certification fee, so the training is only $30, that is a great deal.
Check out attachment for more details: Boat Diver Specialty
KIDS Ages 8 - 12 Want to have FUN too:
Bubble Maker Program - March 16 (Sunday) - starts at 5:30pm - about one hour of time. Kids receive all kinds of cool things. Equipment is provided, designed specifically for kids and limited to 6 participants.
Parents can participate with their kids for ONLY $20 per person, do not have to be a certified diver.
Kids Seal Team: Mission One - April 20 (Sunday) - starts at 5:30pm - about 1:30 of time. This program is an extension to the Bubble Maker with more neat things, you will receive 10% off if you have already taken our Bubble Maker program at PWS. Limited to 6 participants.
NEW Products in Store:
Above and Below water Signaling Device - great to get your buddies attention underwater and even better to get attention for on the surface (can be heard up to a mile away). We have these in stock for standard BCD or drysuit inflators and for SeaQuest Air Source inflator/regulator and more brands.
New Dive Sites Book - 151 Dives in the protected waters of Washington and British Columbia State, over 400 pages of diving information. This is a must have for divers wanting even more diversity to there diving, stop by to check it out.....
Special BCD Deals:
SeaQuest Diva LX BCD at a GREAT price, two ONLY....NOW $495....that's $200 off. Medium & Medium Large
SeaQuest Pro Unlimited BCD at a AWESOME price, one ONLY....NOW $649...that's $246 off. Medium Large
SeaQuest Pro XLT BCD at ANOTHER GREAT price, one ONLY....NOW $429...that's $166 off. Large
Remember we have a LAY-AWAY Program or 90 day Same as Cash - Dive Now/Pay Later on OAC
Limited to stock on hand, no other discounts apply.
What do I do if ???
If you are diving from a personal boat and you need assistance relating to a diving accident...what should you do?
First call Coast Guard on channel 16 VHF. Rules to keep in mind when calling for assistance are: state your name or the name of the vessel, your phone number or call sign, your position, that you have a medical emergency involving a scuba diver, to stay on the line or on the air until the party you call terminates the call and to stand by the phone or radio in case the party contacted calls for additional information. BE SAFE BY PLANNING AHEAD
February 2, 2008, 1:26 pm
Up-Coming store events/dives/courses:
Want to stay dry, dry, dry, we still have space available:
Equipment Specialist Class - February 9 & 10 (Saturday & Sunday)
CPR/First Aid/AED - February 16 - Non-Divers Welcome (Attachment enclosed -Saturday-Required for Rescue Diver or Divemaster Course)
Want to get wet, wet, wet, still spots open:
Rescue Diver Course - February 23 & 24, March 1 (Attachment enclosed)
Boat Diver Course - March 6 &16
Fun Dive - March 15 - Saturday (site not selected at this time, not necessary to reserve a spot)
Bandito Charter Boat Dive - March 16 - Sunday (space is limited, need to reserve a spot)
Kids Wanted:
Kids from the age of 8 to 12 years old for the next Bubble Maker Program - February 10 (Sunday) - starts at 5pm - about one hour of time.
Kids receive all kinds of cool things, like: Bubblemaker Stickers, Bubblemaker Temporary Tattoo, Shark Temporary Tattoo, Certificate Upon Completion, Kids Dive Shirt, Snack and a Great Fun Experience.
Equipment is provided and designed specifically for kids in mind....
Dive Now and Pay Later:
How many times have you wanted a piece of equipment to DIVE NOW and wanted to PAY LATER.
We now offer a 90 Day Same as Cash (means you get to take it now and pay when 90 days is up, no interest) or we have a payment program as well on any new equipment $300 or more. This is based On Approved Credit, for example: $300 item would be $12 per month for the payment program. You can also do add-ons once you have established an account.
We still offer our 90 day Lay-Away program, put down 25% and we keep it, you pay as you wish up to 90 days.
Remember we offer all kinds of dive packages for every type of diver, that you can SAVE BIG BUCKS....
New Products in Store:
Mares NEW Dive Bag Collection....They have all kinds of dive bags for all types of diving and the neat thing is they weigh less then many previous manufactures bags we carry and are just as durable.
Come on in, touch, feel and lift, pictures do not represent the value of seeing these bags.
SAVE $$$ now by mentioning scuba news for Feb 2008 (expires February 29, 200
Receive $20 off of Backpack Pro/Cargo and/or $10 off of Office/Journey
Do YOU Know??? About tank valves:
1) All scuba tank valves are required to have a Burst Disc....Why....that way it ruptures before the bursting pressure of a tank would be reached by overfilling or overheating. (Note: this is why you can not just put any valve on to any tank)
2) A scuba tank burst disk is designed to rupture at a pressure of....125% to 166% of a scuba tanks working pressure, the burst pressure is not precise. (3000 psi burst disc are 4800 psi burst pressure, remember it gets weaker over time, the disc is made of copper. It is recommended to have these replaced when you have your tank hydro tested.)
3) The purpose of the valve snorkel is to....keeps loose particles and water from entering the valve and regulator if you invert the tank, foreign material can damage your valve or regulator and worse yet not work at all. (If you hear a rattle sound in your tank, most likely this has come unscrewed and needs to be replaced immediately.)
NEW Photos on web-site:
January 1, 2008, 12:20 pm
Future Dive-Ins at PWS:
So What is a Dive-In??? Dive-Ins are great because they allow you to still keep active knowledge wise, it is a class that you stay out of the water on dry land and out of the great northwest weather.
Oxygen First Aid for Scuba Diving Injuries - January 26 (Saturday) (non-divers welcome)
On-Site Neurological Assessment for Divers - January 26 (Saturday) (non-divers welcome)
Equipment Specialist Specialty Course - February 9 & 10 (Saturday & Sunday)
Information attachments on these dive-ins are included (or)
click on link to store calendar and click on the date for details:
All PWS Course & Store Events:
Make sure to check out our web-site for dates and details on many of these happenings. In last months e-mail we sent a schedule out, you can now go to the web-site which has all class/open water dates included and is much more informative. This will help you plan for courses and dive adventures better.
Web-Site Store Calendar:
If you click on the calendar on our home page this will take you to our detailed store calendar that you can check month to month what's going on. If you click on the date listed, many of the details are listed in this area, such as; time, location and more. CHECK IT OUT: http://www.pacifich2osports.com/dive/calendar.php
More NEW Products at PWS:
For the Traveler: Have you ever tried weighing you luggage before leaving on a trip? What a challenge that is and better yet when you return with more then you took...hahaha...then it's been just a guessing game.
We now have a weight scale, that is compact, light weight and will save you money in over weight charges.
For the Tech Diver or diver wanting more: We now have products in stock from XS Scuba, such as;
Large & Small Cargo Pockets, Tail Weigh Pouch, V-Weight Pouch, Compact brass pressure gauge , http://www.xsscuba.com/gauge_brass.html, first stage OPV valve, 3 lengths of finger spools w/stainless steel double end snaps: 60'-100'-160', we also have 6" HP hoses for SPG, 7' LP regulator hoses and trim weight pockets.
Gear Quiz on scuba tanks (true or false):
1) The rate at which you release air from a scuba tank can affect the cylinder?
2) It is safe to bake a paint finish onto an aluminum tank as long as the baking temperature does not exceed 375 degrees F.?
3) Scuba tanks should be pressure tested before further use if dented, gouged or been in a fire?
4) The weight difference between a full and empty 80 cu ft scuba tank is approx. 6 pounds?
Answers: 1) True (why , 2) False (why not, 3) True (why, 4) True (how does this effect your diving
If you wish to learn more, then you should consider taking the Equipment Specialist Class: February 10 & 11
We hope you enjoy receiving this E-mail newsletter and we hope you will want to continue. We will be offering all kinds of specials; as well as informative information, keep you diving, trips and much more. If you wish to not continue hit reply and put in the subject line TAKE ME OFF and please put your name in the message area.
December 1, 2007, 4:56 pm
PWS 2008 Courses & Events:
I have included as an attachment of our activities for 2008. We will be adding some programs as needed. If you have any suggestions of the type of training you would like us to offer or dives and so on, please e-mail us with any request. If at all possible for us to accommodate you we will. Thank you for your past continued support.
What's new at PWS:
We have some new products in stock. Check them out, it might be something that you could be interested in.
Flashlight pocket that can be mounted on most BCD cummerbunds or any 2" strap, has a built in retractor for your light. This fits a UK SL-4, SL-6 dive light or similar size. NO more reaching into your BCD pocket or having to much gear hanging around, this is so quick, convenient and you won't lose your light.
Light stick This is a different idea in a light stick, it's name explains why it is called the Chameleon for good reasons. It's actually changes 4 different colors, it is a LED so it can burn up to 100 hours. It is very eye catching but not annoying.
Split Fins Mares has always offered a great variety in styles/colors in fins. They have been a leader in the fin market for many years. They have a new fin called the "Raptor", it has there new buckle system. We have 2 colors in stock RED and BLUE, soon to follow will be yellow.
Christmas SALE:
We have all kinds of products on sale for Christmas. SOME WILL GO QUICK.....check it out.
We have a 50% off table set up with some awesome deals that won't last long. Mares MR12 Axis Regulator...sale $139.95, Sherwood Magnum Regulator...sale $174.95, Sherwood Shadow + Alternate...sale $99.95, SeaQuest BCD S-1 (medium)...sale $156.95.
Please click attachment for Christmas Sale we have a lot of neat ideas, for all kind of budgets, set a copy on the table, circle your gift wish and get what you want for Christmas....do you really want another TIE or SCARF???
Just to mention a few ideas; Pony Tank System...$327.95, Buy a BCD get a FREE Air Source II, Drysuit Care Kit (Max Wax, Zipper Care, Seal Saver)....$10.95, Suit & BCD Care Kit (Drysuit/Wetsuit Shampoo/BCD Life Cleaner)....$9.95.
Gear Tip:
If you are not planning on diving for a few months this would be a good time to check your equipment out. This way if you need to have a piece of equipment fixed you will have the time without needing it. If you have more then one tank you should have all your scuba tanks inspected the same month, then you are not always having to remember when the next tank needs inspection.
November 6, 2007, 6:18 pm
 Special Presentation - DIVE RESCUE TEAM: Sgt. Smith of the Multnomah County Sheriff Dive Rescue Team will be having a special presentation at Pacific Watersports November 8 (Thursday) 7:30PM. He will showing the standard issue gear of the Dive Rescue Team, showing a video of an evidence dive and answer your questions.
PACIFIC DIVE CLUB offers an open invitation to all who wish to participate.
Edmonds Underwater Park Dive:
The Pacific Dive Club is welcoming all divers that wish to go diving with them November 10 &/or 11. WHY Dive this site??? You could dive it many times, still never see everything and is considered one of the best dive sites of the Pacific Northwest. Check out the attachment for more details on this club dive: Edmonds Underwater Park - PDC
Check out link to a neat website and don't forget to click on the side columns too: Marine Life Guide
Future Events for 2007:
CPR/First Aid & AED (American Heart): November 1 - Thursday 5PM - 9PM (NON-Divers ok) (click on CPR/FA/AED attachment)
Discover SCUBA: November 4 - (Sunday 4-6pm) For people wanting to experience scuba diving for the first time.
Pre-registration required by November 2 - cost $20 per person, information click on link below.
Rescue Diver (Diver Awareness): November 3 & 4, 10 & (11
SEAL TEAM for ages 8-12: Aquamission 1 & 2 - November 11 - 4PM- 6PM (Sunday)
Future Aquamission dates to follow, you can check out Seal Team information and register on-line, click onlink below.
Adventures in Diving Course (Advanced Diver):
We have had several request wanting another course before our normal one next year (March/April 200.
If you are interested in one during the month of January 2008, please let me know which weekend(s) are available Jan. 11 & 12, 19 & 20, 26 & 27, we will run one if there is a minimum of 4 confirmed participants.
IMPORTANT: Do you have a safety signal tube???:
If you have an Aqua Lung/SeaQuest BCD and have a signal tube installed on the BCD please click into the link to see if it is one that has been recalled, if you have any questions please give us a call.
October 7, 2007, 8:51 am
Fun Dive & Boat Dive:
This is the last pre-planned fun/boat dive for 2007. We have all the details and information included as an attachment for this event. So don't miss out: October 13 Saturday - Fun Dive, October 14 Sunday - Boat Dive.
We have not been to this dive site for a couple of years so for some of you it will be a new location.
If you wish to read more about the location of the Fun Dive, click on this link below:
FUTURE EVENTS For 2007:
Wreck Diver Course: Oct. 17- Wed (Class) , Oct. 27 & 28 Sat. & Sun (Dives).
CPR, First Aid & AED (American Heart): Oct. 20 (non-divers welcome) (click on CPR/FA/AED attachment)
If you plan to take the RESCUE DIVER COURSE, you must have current training in CPR/First Aid.
Rescue Diver (Diver Awareness): November 3 & 4, 10 & (11 (click on Rescue Diver attachment)Go to the calendar link below and click onto the appropriate date for details on these activities.
FUTURE EVENTS for kids Age 8 to 12:
SEAL TEAM: Aquamission 1 & 2, November 11 - 4:00-6:00PM (Sunday)
CPR, First Aid & AED (American Heart): Oct. 20 (non-divers welcome) (click on CPR/FA/AED attachment)
If you plan to take the RESCUE DIVER COURSE, you must have current training in CPR/First Aid.
Rescue Diver (Diver Awareness): November 3 & 4, 10 & (11 (click on Rescue Diver attachment)Go to the calendar link below and click onto the appropriate date for details on these activities.
FUTURE EVENTS for kids Age 8 to 12:
SEAL TEAM: Aquamission 1 & 2, November 11 - 4:00-6:00PM (Sunday)
Gear Tip:
Are you going to be or have you been flying on a plane to go scuba diving? If you said yes then please read on ..... Regulator/Gauges/Computers recommended to take as a carry on....WHY? For one reason it can be a very expensive item(s) to have disappear out of your luggage. It's a personal piece of equipment but even more important it has the potential for damage. If you have an analog pressure gauge they have a safety plug. We have seen these dislodge after a person has been flying with this in the luggage compartment. The next time they dive, the gauge floods, then they are needing to replace this gauge. Many compasses have been cracked unknowingly, it works at the surface but once you get underwater with pressure at depth and now water filled they no longer work. I am sure there are even more possibilities of WHY? So WHY not prevent these from happening and take your regulator system on the plane with you.
Web Site Monthly Specials:
Don't Forget to check every month our web site specials only. They are not offered in store and you must mention what the special is so you can save.
We hope you enjoy receiving this E-mail newsletter and we hope you will want to continue. We will be offering all kinds of specials; as well as informative information, keep you diving, trips and much more. If you wish to not continue hit reply and put in the subject line TAKE ME OFF and please put your name in the message area.
September 26, 2007, 6:44 am
Control Yourself Underwater, find out how for FREE:
How many times have I seen or heard divers say: I am tired of trying to find the inflator on my BCD or it's to hard to operate or I wish I could trim the inflation/deflation better. Come to the Forest Grove Aquatic Center September 30 (Sunday) at 6:00PM to try the Pro QD i3 Technology BCD. You will need to bring your certification card, bathing suit, towel and yourself (under 18 years old must have a parent present). We will have 3 scuba units already pre-set up with Tanks, Regulators & BCDs. We will be bringing Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Boots, & Weights for divers that do not have these items. No cost just come and enjoy the experience!!!
Please give us a call (503) 642-3483 to let us know you will be there, you may show up without calling.
Fun & Boat Dive:
Last pre-planned fun & boat dive for 2007. So if you have not been diving this year, maybe you should try to get wet and not from taking a shower. The Fun Dive is October 13 (Saturday) location general area of Tacoma, WA, October 14 (Sunday) Bandito Charter Boat Dive (pre-register & payment required for boat dive). Exact location & details for Fun Dive TBA in the next SCUBA news.
FUTURE EVENTS For 2007:
Adventures & Diving Course (Advanced): Sept. 26 - Wed, Oct. 6 & 7 Sat. & Sun (click on Advanced attachment)
Wreck Diver Course: Oct. 17- Wed, Oct. 27 & 28 Sat. & Sun. (click on Wreck Class attachment)
CPR, First Aid & AED (American Heart): Oct. 20 (non-divers welcome)
Rescue Diver (Diver Awareness): November 3 & 4, 10 & (11 Go to the calendar link below and click onto the appropriate date for details on these activities.
FUTURE EVENTS for kids Age 8 to 12:
SEAL TEAM: Aquamission 1 & 2, October 7- 1:00 - 3:00PM (Sunday)
Aquamission 3, November 4 - 1:00 - 3:00PM (Sunday)
NEW PRODUCT at PWS:
How would you like to have a Dive Knife & Cutting Shears combined together, nice, compact.
We are always trying to bring in different diving products, if you have any suggestions please let us know.
Gear Tip:
HOW DO YOU PREVENT DIVE GEAR MIX-UPS or LOSS? Visible identification...so what does this mean? You need to mark your equipment with a paint marker pen, this is the type we use here for making our rental equipment. This is a must if you are especially a boat diver or going to a tropical location. Use your initials or name is best, I even started putting my cell phone number on, this way for here they might call me if found. I know I would call them if I found a piece of equipment with a name and number so it could be returned to the owner. Just a suggestion....
Wreck Diver Course: Oct. 17- Wed, Oct. 27 & 28 Sat. & Sun. (click on Wreck Class attachment)
CPR, First Aid & AED (American Heart): Oct. 20 (non-divers welcome)
Rescue Diver (Diver Awareness): November 3 & 4, 10 & (11 Go to the calendar link below and click onto the appropriate date for details on these activities.
FUTURE EVENTS for kids Age 8 to 12:
SEAL TEAM: Aquamission 1 & 2, October 7- 1:00 - 3:00PM (Sunday)
Aquamission 3, November 4 - 1:00 - 3:00PM (Sunday)
NEW PRODUCT at PWS:
How would you like to have a Dive Knife & Cutting Shears combined together, nice, compact.
We are always trying to bring in different diving products, if you have any suggestions please let us know.
Gear Tip:
HOW DO YOU PREVENT DIVE GEAR MIX-UPS or LOSS? Visible identification...so what does this mean? You need to mark your equipment with a paint marker pen, this is the type we use here for making our rental equipment. This is a must if you are especially a boat diver or going to a tropical location. Use your initials or name is best, I even started putting my cell phone number on, this way for here they might call me if found. I know I would call them if I found a piece of equipment with a name and number so it could be returned to the owner. Just a suggestion....
September 26, 2007, 6:44 am
Let's Go Diving:
If you have NOT been diving this year, what are you waiting for? The year 2007 is coming quickly to an end. So plan to go diving with us August 25 (Saturday) for our Fu |
