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The ultimate cold water surf suit from Buell. The Buell RB2 Beast 5/4mm Hooded Fullsuit will allow you to stay warm no matter what the conditions throw at you. Designed to rival their competitors’ top of the line surf suits with all of the most coveted features, but at half the price!
The jacket and pants of the Mares INSTINCT 50 freediving wetsuit is made of 5mm open cell neoprene and a black lined exterior. The neoprene material has great elastic and resistant properties, and should be worn during the most demanding dives.
The jacket and pants of the Mares INSTINCT 50 freediving wetsuit is made of 5mm open cell neoprene and a black lined exterior. The neoprene material has great elastic and resistant properties, and should be worn during the most demanding dives.
The Buell RB1 Jamie O'Brien model 4/3 will keep you psyched like JOB! Without giving up the warmth that Buell Wetsuits are known for, this suit doubles down on flexibility. With its masterful blend of pliable "Ninja Neoprene" coupled with ergonomic, perfectly placed panels, the RB1 is your go-to wetsuit that keeps the crowd gasping as your spray extends to the heavens.
The BARE 3/2 Manta Full suit is great for hanging out in warm water, keeping your young ones insulated and giving added abrasion protection.
A 3mm neoprene torso with 2mm arms and legs offers your kiddo plenty of protection in mildly temperate waters during long bouts of body surfing in the tumbling waves or currents. The BARESKIN chest plate sheds water, increases warmth and insulates your children’s core so they can stay and play longer. The heavy-duty back zipper includes a loop at its base to aid in donning and doffing and the zipper itself is extra durable for all-day wearing.
An anatomically correct 3D pattern supports active movement and dynamic actions so the Manta can be used in a wide variety of activities, plus the FORMTEK kneepads protect against bruising and abrasion in case the action gets rough. Round it all out with flatseam construction that offers comfort and stretchable performance and you have an all-day solution to keep your kids warm as they recreate in your nearest rivers, lakes and oceans.
Designed for kids aged 8-16 years, the BARE 2mm Manta Shorty is great for hanging out in the water, keeping your kids warm and offering added abrasion protection. The BARESKIN chest plate sheds water and increases warmth and allows your kiddo to stay warm in mild waters for longer durations without needing to get out and heat up.
Great for light aquatic activities in cooler settings or more sustained immersion in warmish water, the Manta Shorty is the perfect supplement to enhance heat retention and ensure that your kids core isn’t depleted during bouts of extended play. The heavy-duty zipper is tough and includes a lanyard for one-person donning and doffing.
Flatseam construction throughout enhances stretchability and comfort and prevents abrasion from hours-long use. Rolled edges with zigzag stitching on arms and legs add extra durability for rough-and-tumble play. But just in case there is a defect in craftsmanship, the Manta Shorty comes standard with a 2-year Warranty, so your kids can feel free to play hard!
The Bare 2mm Tadpole Shorty is specifically designed for kids aged 2-6 years old. A 2mm neoprene body provides warmth and abrasion protection to keep your little bundle of love warm, cozy and protected during extended bouts of immersion in relatively warm waters. The BARESKIN chest plate helps shed water and provides additional warmth for your kids’ core, allowing them to stay and play longer as they work their way up to the deep end.
Flatlock seam construction prevents abrasion and provides comfort and stretchability so it can keep up with your tyke’s dynamic movements in and out of the water. Windshield and abrasion protection ward against scrapes and bruises and even if there’s damage to the suit, all Tadpoles come with a standard 2-year warranty against defects in craftsmanship.
The VENTURE is a 3mm one-piece jumpsuit designed for warm-water scuba diving, snorkeling and other watersports. Highly flexible and lightweight, the Venture is available in both adult and children's sizes. All clearance items are final sale.
The BARE NEO SOCK is perfect for adding some extra thermal protection when conditions call for some extra insulation in the river, ocean or lake. A non-slip screen print on the sole provides better grip on slippery surfaces so you can be sure-footed wherever the day takes you.
Aqua Lung Fusion Boots have been designed to mate with any Aqua Lung Fusion Drysuit model. Once installed, they can remain attached to the suit for future dives or be removed as necessary for cleaning or changing out boots for different types of diving. All clearance items are final sale.
The Sea Vu Camera Support is designed to mount your action camera on top of your Head Sea Vu Full Face.
It is compatible with the Ocean Reef Aria and the Head Sea Vu full face masks.
Suunto D5 is designed to be so clear and easy to use that you can just enjoy and focus on exploring the wonderful underwater world. When not diving, connect wirelessly to the Suunto app and receive notifications from the applications you use. Suunto D5 connects your two lives: the adventure under the surface but also the great experiences you can relive and share with your friends afterwards.
Suunto D4f is a light yet robust freedive computer, that makes underwater sports enjoyable. When diving, the D4f displays your present and maximum depth and calculates dive time and surface intervals for you, allowing you to fully concentrate on exploring the underwater world. Use the apnea timer to improve your breathing technique. After the dive, you can browse the details of your dive from the logbook. The lightweight case with stainless steel bezel and mineral crystal glass makes Suunto D4f not only a trusted tool when exploring the depths but also looks good wearing day to day.
The Suunto D4f Black comes with a comfortable elastomer strap. The USB cable for uploading your dives to DM5 and Suunto Movescount is sold separately.
Protecting against sun exposure, abrasions, and stingers, this long-sleeved Loose Fit Rashguard is a summertime essential for warm water divers and swimmers. Made from polyester sourced from 100% recycled bottles, this rashguard is designed to be worn both in and out of the water, and can also be worn as an extra layer under a wetsuit.
Protecting against sun exposure, abrasions, and stingers, this short-sleeved Loose Fit Rashguard is a summertime essential for warm water divers and swimmers. Made from polyester sourced from 100% recycled bottles, this rashguard is designed to be worn both in and out of the water, and can also be worn as an extra layer under a wetsuit.
With a super lightweight construction and mesh side paneling, this premium long-sleeved rashguard provides all the same protection against sun exposure, abrasions, and stingers as the regular model while also allowing you to stay cool and ventilated in the sun. Made from polyester sourced from 100% recycled bottles, this rashguard is designed to be worn both in and out of the water, and can also be worn as an extra layer under a wetsuit.
With a super lightweight construction and mesh side paneling, this premium short-sleeved rashguard provides all the same protection against sun exposure, abrasions, and stingers as the regular model while also allowing you to stay cool and ventilated in the sun. Made from polyester sourced from 100% recycled bottles, this rashguard is designed to be worn both in and out of the water, and can also be worn as an extra layer under a wetsuit.
With a super lightweight construction and mesh side paneling, this premium long-sleeved rashguard provides all the same protection against sun exposure, abrasions, and stingers as the regular model while also allowing you to stay cool and ventilated in the sun. Made from polyester sourced from 100% recycled bottles, this rashguard has a tight-fitting design perfect for swimming.
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The latest news and information from Rowand’s Reef
Join us 6:00pm on Tuesday June 30th here at the Shop for our Emergency First Response Course.
I have seen it countless times; a diver with a new mask so fogged up you can’t even see his eyes! All brand new masks need to be treated before use, so that you can properly enjoy seeing the underwater world. Here we break down the simple steps required to treat your mask for that fog-free underwater experience!
In my opinion the wolf eel is one of the most wonderful creatures in our waters. They are so ugly that they are cute, and resemble the grumpy old men from The Muppets. There are many misconceptions about them, making a lot of divers fear them for no reason. I hope this article will educate you a bit more about these creatures and help you enjoy them a bit more.
Join us October 31st for our Annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest at Whytecliff Park
Gelatinous blobs gently floating and bobbing with the sway of the ocean. With no brain and a body made up of 95 per cent water - Jellyfish come in all different shapes and sizes. This is a small guide to identifying some of the common Jellyfish seen here in Vancouver, BC.
Ever wondered what diving with a Drysuit is like?
Find out more here as we give you a breakdown on Drysuit basics!
Getting caught in poor visibility can happen to any diver at anytime. Getting trapped in a silt-cloud causes a zero visibility ‘silt-out’ which creates challenges for divers and forces them rely upon other techniques to move around safely and try to get to better vis. Here we look at some techniques to help you should you ever find yourself in a silt-out.
How to reduce the risk of gear failure and missed dives
We all go through this in our dive career. You have to sit out a dive because of gear failure. The reality is that most of this is preventable with proper maintenance and planning. The first part in the process is to understand what maintenance your gear requires. The second part is thorough preparation before going on a dive and thirdly to have a well stocked Save A Dive Kit for unforeseen circumstances.
One of the most exciting things about diving in BC waters is finding octopus. I think that they are on everybody’s wish list of underwater critters to spot during a dive. The question is how to find them. With a body that allows them to squeeze into any crack in a wall, they could be anywhere. I have found them in car tires, bottles, once even in a discarded fin foot pocket.
In some places in BC “around the Port Hardy region” you can find them just in the open. It is still hard to spot them as they are masters of camouflage. You just look for boulders that are not boulders. They move in a rhythmic pattern as they move water through their blow holes to breath.
What causes bad visibility?
In the waters around the BC coast there are a couple of factors that can cause bad Vis for divers. The most common ones are weather/large tidal exchange, silt miners and the dreaded summer phytoplankton bloom.
The Aqua Lung AquaFlex jumpsuit line, with super-stretch neoprene, provides the ultimate in comfort and quality. With the full super-stretch neoprene used throughout, plus the liquid-sealed seams, the AquaFlex’s quality stands out amongst the competition. The suits are made with AquaFlex neoprene which has three times the stretch of standard neoprene, making the suit easy to get on and off and also ensures a great fit for every body shape. The seams are sealed with liquid rubber, which make them durable and protects them from unraveling and also keeps water out and warmth in. The cuffs are all fused with the X-Tend technology which minimizes fraying and maximizes stretch. The left sleeve is outfitted with a silicone traction pad to keep wrist dive computers from rotating when neoprene compresses. The internal chest and back panels have a thermal loop laminate to help keep warmth at the body’s core. All clearance items are final sale.