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Why dive computers matter on Kona's morning two-tank charters

Kona’s two-tank mornings compress the whole nitrogen puzzle into five hours, and the dive computer is what keeps dive two honest.

Nina Kowalski•4 min read•10:33 AM

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Kona divers rely on coastal waters forecast for safer trips

Kona divers use the coastal waters forecast as a pre-dive filter: wind, swell direction, wave height, and small-craft advisories can turn a charter into a no-go.

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Kona blackwater diving reveals larval fish and pelagic life at night

Kona’s deep water, clear visibility, and seasoned operators make blackwater diving a rare classroom for first-timers, where larval fish and pelagic life rise out of the dark.

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Kona manta ray night dives depend on careful, respectful viewing

Kona’s manta dive only works when divers hold steady, protect the animals’ mucus layer, and let guides run the light station that draws mantas in.

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DAN guide explains six ear equalization methods for scuba divers

Equalizing early and gently beats forcing it: DAN ties ear problems to nearly half its hotline calls and lays out six ways to clear the ears.

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How the Aqua-Lung made modern scuba possible

The Aqua-Lung solved scuba’s core problem: carrying air and breathing on demand. That single fix turned underwater travel from a tethered chore into the sport divers use today.

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Nitrox explained, why scuba divers use it and what to watch for

Nitrox pays off on repeat dives when less nitrogen loading matters, but the oxygen ceiling, mix check, and analyzer discipline are what keep the benefit real.

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Kona diver uses viral shark video to teach ocean safety

A viral shark clip becomes a Kona safety lesson, with Kayleigh Grant turning fear into clear rules for staying calm, staying back, and respecting wildlife.

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Hawaii Clean Water Branch helps Kona divers check safe conditions

Check the Clean Water Branch before any Kona dive: it flags brown-water risks, sewage spills, and other alerts that can mean switching sites or canceling outright.

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High surf advisory warns Kona ocean users of hazardous conditions

South-facing shores of Hawaii Island were under a high surf advisory at 11:19 a.m. HST, forcing Kona divers to treat shore entries and surf-zone exits as the day’s biggest risk.

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Kona coast diving guide highlights Hawaii’s best scuba experiences

Kona is the right call when you want manta night dives, lava-cut reefs, and steadier west-side conditions. Maui, Oahu, and Kauai make more sense if your trip is built around Molokini, wrecks, or Ni'ihau.

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Tasmanian diver airlifted after suspected broadnose sevengill shark bite

A 31-year-old Tasmanian diver was airlifted after a suspected broadnose sevengill bite, turning a routine dive into a rescue.

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How to choose the right BCD for your diving style

The right BCD is the one that matches your dives, not the rack display. For Kona, that means fit, trim, packability, lift, and easy control.

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Kailua Bay open house invites Kona community into stewardship planning

Kailua Pier will host a July 28 open house as Kona divers, boaters and snorkelers weigh in on future use of one of the bay’s busiest access points.

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Releases

Poseidon launches interactive regulator configurator for divers

Poseidon’s new configurator lets divers choose a setup, preview it in interactive 360°, then order it home or pick it up at a Flagship Store.

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Aggressor Adventures wins three Telly Awards for underwater storytelling

Aggressor Adventures won Gold, Silver and Bronze Telly Awards in the 47th Annual Telly Awards, showing how heavily dive travel now leans on video-led trip marketing.

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