One of the most common questions I hear is, "What specialty should I take next?"  With more than 30 SSI specialties available, it's a fair question. Last month, we introduced the concept of training pathways to provide struc.. Read More

  Summer diving season is here, and that means many of us are thinking about our next trip, our next class, and maybe even our next gear upgrade. Whether you're preparing for a local dive, planning an upcoming vacation, or simply looking for.. Read More

  School is out, the days are getting longer, and divers are starting to think about their next adventure. There is something about summer that naturally turns our attention toward travel. Maybe it is the warmer weather. Maybe it is the anticipa.. Read More

  During the writing of this newsletter article, I've been spending time in Kaua'i, Hawaii. Yes, it's a magical place. It's sand and lush green valleys. It's beaches and mountains. It's flatlands and forests. It's isl.. Read More

  If you want more from diving than simply finding a date on the calendar, this is where that starts. A Tom's Dive Team event is built around something simple but important: diving is better when it is supported, well-briefed, and shared wit.. Read More

  The short answer is, of course, yes. A more detailed answer is probably required. Why Use a Rebreather? Quite simply, a rebreather, like any piece of scuba equipment, is a tool designed for a specific job. What a rebreather immediately gives t.. Read More

Every summer feels a little different, and they all seem to begin the same way. One day, almost without noticing, you start thinking about diving again. Maybe it's the longer days. Maybe it's the warmer water. Maybe it's simply seeing you.. Read More

Dial In Your Setup for the Season Ahead POSTED MAY 2026 As diving season ramps up, this is the moment to take a closer look at how your equipment is working together. The goal isn’t just to have gear—it’s to have a system that suppo.. Read More

New Regulator System: Mares Planet 88X POSTED MAY 16, 2026 We’ve added the Mares Planet 88X regulator system to our lineup — featuring Mares’ Airmatic second stage paired with the proven 88X first stage. The Airmatic second stage is.. Read More

Dive travel has a way of changing how you experience the sport. Warmer water. More time underwater. Multiple dives a day. After a few days, things settle in—your breathing slows, your movement becomes more natural, and you start to notice more... Read More