Treasure Chest of High-End Scuba Gear: LeisurePro.com Announces Top Picks of the Mont

Ally · 01-29-2008, 09:03 AM

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LeisurePro.com, one of the largest sellers of scuba equipment in the world, offers its "Top High-End Scuba Gadgets and Gear" picks of the month.

Paramus, NJ (PRWEB) January 29, 2008 -- LeisurePro.com, one of the largest sellers of scuba equipment in the world, offers its "Top High-End Scuba Gadgets and Gear" picks of the month. This list of premium scuba products offers what's needed to stay on the cutting edge of underwater sports, whether it's for a seasoned scuba pro or a land-lover seeking a new adventure.

"I was 12 years old when I was asked to go scuba diving for the first time. On vacation with my parents at a Red Sea resort. Now, 25 years later and with over 5,000 dives under my weight belt, scuba diving is a way of life," says Ben Teichberg, Master Scuba Instructor with LeisurePro. "If you are passionate about scuba like me, you want to find the best gear to take with you when you dive. The following items are picks we at LesiurePro recommend for your next underwater adventure."

Citizen NH6931-06E Professional Diver's 1000M Titanium Watch -- $1,049.95
The 1,000M professional diver's watch can provide accurate analysis in the harshest diving environments. The simple yet elegant design is protected from the water by the hard protective layer formed on the sturdy titanium surface made of sapphire crystal glass with a non-reflective coating.

Apollo Underwater Propulsion Vehicle AV-2 Evolution Scooter -- $2,250.00
The new AV-2 scooter is depth rated to 230 feet and can run up to 100 minutes. It travels up to 2.5 miles per hour. The Hands Free Riding saddle gives you freedom to explore new sites and new diving styles. Twist and turn like a dolphin, soar like a manta ray or make use of the tow bars to take along a couple friends and extra gear.

Ikelite Underwater Camera Housing with E-TTL for Canon EOS-20D Digital SLR Camera, Clear Molded -- $1,199.95
This compact system operates safely to 200 feet. The housing size and weight provides neutral buoyancy and superb handling underwater. The dependable controls are placed conveniently at your fingertips and kept water tight with the Ikelite pioneered Quad-Ring seal.

Pro QD with i3 Technology -- $655.00
SURELOCK™ mechanical weight release system (patented) offers unsurpassed ease of loading, ditching and security of weight pouches and the integrated i3 (patent pending) technology for safer and easier control of inflation and deflation.

Omega Aquatics Amphibian Dynamic Scuba Fin -- $229.00
A natural evolution within the dive industry, the Amphibian fin system is designed to be strapped on prior to entering the water and removed after exiting. The heavy-duty springs push the soft blade webbing up to ride gently against the shin while on the surface. This makes walking, climbing boat ladders and other movements as easy as wearing no fins at all. Once in the water, The Amphibian blades are flipped down into swimming position by simply kicking naturally in the water, and flipped back up by pushing back on the release levers before getting out.

Founded in 1989, LeisurePro.com is the one of the largest sellers of scuba equipment in the world. The company is committed to helping grow scuba diving's popularity by making the sport more accessible to the general public.

To receive individual high resolution JPEG product images, or if you have any questions contact Debbie Gotthart of Rosica Public Relations at 201-843-5600

For more information on scuba diving, visit: www.LeisureProInfo.com

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**MgicTwnger** · 01-29-2008, 11:42 AM

I'm a fan of Liesure Pro, never had a problem with returns, warranty repairs, or shipping. They are one of the biggest internet dealers and have some of the lowest prices around.

However, do not confuse their "high-end" gear with advanced or technical gear. The latest gadget is not neccessiarily the best suited to your needs and could be a waste of money. What you want is rugged and dependable irregardless of price.
Take the fins: most of the really good divers I know use old-style Jetfins or Mares Advantis, both of which are relatively inexpensive. Those hinged fins might be nice for walking around the boat, but do they perform better? Not to mention the price or additional failure point.
And the thousand-dollar watch will not tell better time or last much longer than the ten-dollar one. An old diver once told me "ten dollars or a thousand, they all end up as rusty little lumps of *%$& strapped to you wrist".

**dalehall** · 01-29-2008, 12:07 PM

I've also had really good experiences dealing with LP. Good company to deal with.
Great advice about the "high-end" gear.
I actually know someone that has tried those Amphibian Fins. They actually liked them. Novel idea, but I'll stick with my Slipstreams.

**MgicTwnger** · 01-29-2008, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by dalehall

Novel idea, but I'll stick with my Slipstreams.

Me, too. I love 'em.