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Weights
Why excess weight can be dangerous for divers
By
Mark ‘Crowley’ Russell
Dec 14, 2021
Some divers believe that extra weight keeps them safe by preventing them from floating to the surface – but the exact opposite is true, and excess weight can be dangerous for divers.
Top tips for improving your buoyancy control
By
Mark ‘Crowley’ Russell
Nov 4, 2021
Buoyancy control is the most important aspect of learning to dive – former full-time instructor Mark ‘Crowley’ Russell gives us some pointers