Guides and theory
- How much weight do I need?Chart by body weight and suit.
- Scuba weights guideTypes of dive weights and how to choose.
- How to calculate buoyancyFormula and worked examples.
- Archimedes' principleWhere the buoyancy formula comes from.
- Measurement guideWhat to measure and a dive log template.
- Weight limitWhat actually sets a limit.
- Scuba gear weightTank and full kit weights.
- Diving belt sizeBelt length by waist size.
Comparisons
- Belt vs integrated weightsPros and cons.
- Steel vs aluminum tankWeight and buoyancy compared.
- Wetsuit vs drysuitLead and buoyancy control.
- 3 mm vs 5 mm vs 7 mmLead for each thickness.
- Freshwater vs saltwaterWhy the water changes your lead.