September Services are in to WIN!

Regulator Service

Are you a Safe Scuba Diver? We hope so! One of the easiest ways to stay safe is to ensure your Scuba gear is in good working condition.  That means getting your BCD, Regulator, and Tanks serviced and tested regularly. If you periodically get your gear serviced, then you are already a winner in our books, but we […]

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 Top 5 Action Cameras of 2016 (So far…)

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To all outdoor adventure enthusiasts (and divers), 2016 is going to be the year where the action camera market will reach greater heights. Of course we all know that “Gopro” is the first camera we think of when it comes to action and sport cameras, but how long will Gopro make its stand as the […]

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 Keeping warm underwater this winter!

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As winter draws nearer, it is time to start preparing for the cold. Bring out the woolly jumpers, stock up on hot chocolate, (and don’t forget the whisky!) Shorter days, chilly weather, and cooler waters are no reasons to stop you from diving – so long as you know how to keep warm. It is […]

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 Creative Ideas for a Failed Scuba Tank

Scuba Post Box

Scuba tanks eventually wear out, which is why it is important to follow the regulations on getting your tank tested.  You wouldn’t want to be diving with a tank that was compromised in any way due to dents, rust, or cracks.  Here at Dive HQ Christchurch, on the occasion that a tank fails a Hydro […]

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 Holiday Family Diving Checklist

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We hope Santa filled your Catch Bags with lots of new Dive Gear and Accessories.  Our Christchurch Dive Shop has certainly been buzzing with excitement, not just for the holidays, but of course for the warmer weather and great diving conditions.  Here’s a quick list of things to help you enjoy a great summer of […]

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 DIVE Computer Review – The SUUNTO Cobra3 by Colin Wadeson

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The Suunto Cobra3 – “Maximise Bottom Time and Safety” Another step along the path to designing the perfect dive computer has been taken, with the Suunto Cobra3.  This week Colin from Dive HQ Christchurch details some of the beneficial features of the popular Suunto Cobra3 Dive Computer. The Display Large Screen High Definition electro-luminescent display […]

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