▚ GEAR FAQ ▚
What scuba gear should I buy first?
In order: mask (fit is everything), fins with boots, exposure suit for your local water, then a dive computer. That sequence buys the most comfort and consistency per dollar before you commit to life-support gear. Regs and BCDs come when frequency justifies ownership. The full buying-order guide covers budget lanes for each step.
▚ TRAINING NOTEDive within your training and certification. This is gear research, not dive instruction, and not a substitute for training from a certified instructor. Service intervals and no-fly figures cited on this site are illustrative — follow your manufacturer’s manual and your agency’s / DAN’s guidance.