Practical use of a 7m RIB boat in Riga, the Port and the bay

Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) or rigid hull inflatable boats have become the gold standard for professional watercraft, rescue services, military structures and technical divers worldwide. Their unique design combines the excellent handling characteristics of a deep V-shaped hull in waves with the inflatable […]

Is your diving regulator working properly?

Time to look “under the hood” Imagine the situation: you are 30 meters deep, there is peace all around, visibility is excellent, and you are enjoying diving. Suddenly, breathing becomes harder – it seems that you have to forcefully draw in air. Or vice versa – the regulator starts to “flow” uncontrollably […]

Choosing neoprene thickness for a depth of 20 meters in the Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea, with its changing temperatures and visibility, is a real challenge for any diver. To help you navigate the world of modern neoprene, we invited Gati from Phoca to talk to us, who works with diving equipment on a daily basis and knows the specifics of our coast well. What lies behind the modern […]

Phoca neoprene model

Phoca for divers, neoprene excellence for various challenges in the Baltic waters

Phoca is a brand created for divers who do not compromise on warmth and comfort. Specializing in the production of the highest quality neoprene accessories, Phoca combines innovative technologies with practical experience gained from diving in the harsh conditions of the Baltic Sea and the Nordic regions. Why choose Phoca […]

Drysuits for diving, from budget to pro level

Choosing a drysuit for Latvian conditions is not easy - the water temperature at depth rarely exceeds 6°C. Based on discussions of experienced divers and technical parameters, we look at how not to get confused in the offer. Trilaminate vs. Neoprene, technical choice Neoprene suits (Scubapro, Cressi, O'Three) Trilaminate suits (Diverite, Santi, […]

KISS Xdeep Sidewinder 2, the new era in sidemount CCR diving and CE certification

The wait is over. The diving world, especially technical divers and cave explorers, has long been looking forward to the successor to the legendary KISS Sidewinder. At the Boot Düsseldorf 2026 exhibition, the long-awaited novelty was announced – the KISS Xdeep Sidewinder 2 has officially received CE certification. This is not […]

SUUNTO NAUTIC S is the perfect diving companion in the waters of the Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea is beautiful, mysterious and rich in historical evidence, but every Latvian diver knows that diving here requires endurance, preparation and reliable equipment. Variable visibility, cool water layers (thermoclines), sinking shipwrecks and difficult weather conditions place high demands on our life […]

Dji Action 6 first review

Dji Action 6 first review

The underwater diving club “Daivings.lv” recommends this camera as the best choice when taking the PADI Underwater Videographer (underwater filming course), which you can read about below! The DJI Action 6 camera is the latest addition to the action camera market, and it is designed to surpass its predecessors. Previous […]