I have to (OK want to) get all new SCUBA gear. Give me a list of what to buy and why (mask to fins)?

Question

Don't need tanks or skin.

Answer 1

In terms of brands I enjoy CressiSub mask and fins, BCD Scuba Pro. Listen to the guy above me, LOL. Let's go diving, the question is where, Bimini, Keys, Caymans, Bonaire, Turks & CAicos,.....you live in a prime area for diving, lucky bastard.

Answer 2

As a new diver, you will usually rent the gear but eventually you will want your own equipment. Choosing the right equipment is important.

Start with the mask, fins, snorkel, and weight belt. These are the basics and usually the least expensive of the gear.

# Your mask is important because you want to see what is going on under the water. Choose a mask that fits your face and forms a seal. You should have learned how to fit a mask in your basic scuba diving course. If you wear prescription eyeglasses, you may also want to get a prescription mask.
# Your fins should fit your feet as well as a pair of shoes. Do not settle on fins that are too small or too big. It will only hinder your swimming capabilities. If you plan to wear booties, try the fins on while wearing the booties.
# The optimum length for a snorkel is 30 c.m.

Next, you will want a suit that fits you. Water conducts heat very efficiently. Depending on the water temperature, you will need either a wet suit, semi-dry suit, or fully dry suit. Wet suits are used in warmer waters, while dry suits are used in colder waters. The suits come in all sizes, even children's sizes. It is best for you to try on the suit to find the one that best fits your needs.

After choosing a suit, you may want to purchase a regulator and BC (buoyancy compensator) vest. Your dive instructor is an excellent source for advice on these two items. The regulator is expensive and an extremely important piece of equipment. (It carries the air from your cylinder.) It should have a gauge and second mouthpiece. BCs vary in how much buoyancy they have. A BC is essential to neutral buoyancy. Different types of BCs work for different divers.

Lastly, you will need a way to measure your time and depth under water. You may want to use a dive watch or a dive computer. A watch is cheaper than a computer, but a computer is extremely accurate. You will have to carefully consider your decision to purchase a watch or a computer. Other accessories divers like to have are an underwater light, a surface marker-buoy (SMB), a knife, and a compass. A mask, snorkel, weight belt and fins will get you started. The rest of the equipment will come in time. The more diving experience you get, the more you will know what type of:-)