posted by pierdive on Aug 12
Bags come in two main forms – gear bags and catch bags. Gear bags are used to carry your snorkeling, scuba, or freediving gear from your home to car to water. They are usually made from canvas and should be sized according to the amount of gear you plan to carry. Padded bags are sold for use on airplanes and are extremely helpful for protecting your regulator and mask. We always recommend you have a hard plastic case for your mask to protect it from dings and scratches.
A catch bag is used to hold the treasures you collect while underwater. They are often made of strong mesh which will retain its contents yet allow for instant drainage. The most important feature on any catch bag is its strength but having one that you can open single handedly and has a self closing spring is also helpful.
Knives are used for cutting, sawing, adjusting gauges, hammering, and sometimes even protection. A good knife is one that does not rust and has both a smooth and serrated cutting edges. Your knife should be worn on the outside of your non-dominate leg or arm to allow for easy access.
In an emergency situation underwater, bang your dive knife against your tank to make noise that will travel well underwater and hopefully attract the attention of your buddy.
A dive flag is required to be floated above all divers while they are under the surface. They are especially helpful in warning boaters of a diver’s presences. Dive flags usually come with a float but replacement flags can be purchased separately.
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