It is important that divers think about the risks involved when going on a scuba diving vacation. Dive insurance will give peace of mind and is not necessarily expensive.

Jul 15, 2009 - Fleur Hupston

The need to carry a scuba diving knife is a common debate in scuba diving circuits. There are reasons, mainly safety, for scuba divers to dive with a knife.

Aug 3, 2010 - Bruce Iliff

Fixed blade knives have different designs, depending on their intended use. This article explains the major types in common use: hunting, tactical, camping and survival.

Jan 2, 2009 - Yuen Kit Mun

Are ceramic knives sharper than steel knives? Do ceramic knives need to be sharpened? Do steel knives have any advantages?

Nov 11, 2008 - Yuen Kit Mun

New at Château de Prangins in Switzerland is an exhibit tracing the history of pocket knives and celebrating 125 years of Victorinox, the Army Knife's manufacturer.

Nov 19, 2009 - Gail Mangold-Vine

Smith's Edge knife and scissors sharpener, electric and manual knife sharpeners and honing steels, has carbide blades, ceramic stones, rubber feet & ergonomic handles.

Mar 4, 2009 - Donna Diegel

For shoppers unable to decide from the many models available, here are some good all round performers.

Dec 7, 2008 - Yuen Kit Mun

Pocketknives are useful tools for backpackers. They are also inherently dangerous by design. Here are some basic features to consider.

Jul 7, 2008 - Yuen Kit Mun

The ten versagraphs of Adrienne Rich's "Diving into the Wreck" dramatize a reader's metaphorical journey to explore the nature of a non-existent catastrophe.

Nov 20, 2009 - Linda Sue Grimes

Because scuba tanks carry the life-sustaining air during a scuba dive, there are many aspects of a scuba diving tank a scuba diver needs to know.

Sep 12, 2008 - Bruce Iliff

Holidays taking pictures of coral reefs and the animals that live on them can help with marine conservation.

Jun 8, 2008 - John Blatchford

The Tangalooma Wrecks, lying in a line north to south, form a safe haven for boats, and provide an excellent spot for scuba divers and snorkellers.

Oct 9, 2009 - Bruce Iliff

Exploring new scuba locations is an exciting scuba diving challenge. There are a number of things to consider before exploring a site that hasn't been dived before.

Jun 8, 2008 - Bruce Iliff

The Presto Professional EverSharp Electric Knife Sharpener makes putting a razor edge on dull straight edged knives easy and affordable.

Feb 15, 2011 - Barrett James, Jr.

Fins or flipper are important scuba diving or snorkelling equipment. The fins assist a scuba diver or snorkeller move around in the unique underwater world.

Aug 9, 2009 - Bruce Iliff

A face mask is an important piece of equipment for scuba diving or snorkelling. The face mask is the window through which the unique underwater world is revealed.

Aug 9, 2009 - Bruce Iliff

Carrying a diving knife is basic dive safety. However, new tools can be better for cutting fishing lines, nets and other hazards.

Jan 5, 2009 - Yuen Kit Mun

There are equally good arguments for taking a snorkel on a dive or not. In most situations it is personal preference and the type of scuba diving being undertaken.

Mar 27, 2010 - Bruce Iliff

Scuba diving equipment such as watches, depth gauges and compasses show divers the length of time spent underwater, dive depth and direction.

Jun 17, 2010 - Kate Le Page