Thinking about buying your own scuba gear, AND want to save a few bucks doing it? We're doing a deep-dive into 10 items of scuba gear to help you buy used gear the RIGHT way: What to look for, what questions to ask, and how to avoid GETTING HOSED.

NAVIGATION LINKS:
00:00 Intro
01:09 Five Questions
02:53 Masks
04:26 Snorkels
05:26 Fins
06:07 Regulators
10:16 BCDs
13:42 Computers
16:29 Weights
17:25 Cylinders
21:52 Wetsuits
23:38 Drysuits
24:52 About buying new...
26:03 Conclusion

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MASK STRAPS: I really like the "slap strap" style, and they last longer than silicone. Make sure you get the kind that works with your mask - they aren't universal!
* Oceanic fabric strap (works for most the thread-through strap styles): https://amzn.to/3xI73GY
* Replacement silicone strap: https://amzn.to/442EDDR
* Scubapro slap strap: https://amzn.to/3vQBSZD

SNORKEL KEEPERS: https://amzn.to/3TTk5sX

FINS STRAPS: Like mask straps, these aren't universal. Make sure your replacement straps work for your fins!
* Strap only: https://amzn.to/4cUBBWo
* Strap assembly with buckle: https://amzn.to/3xzuTF7
* Bungee straps: https://amzn.to/3VRTb79
* Spring straps - MY FAVORITE! Works with most fins: https://amzn.to/4awVAsq
* Scubapro jet fin/twin-jet replacement straps: https://amzn.to/3JdrQoD

DIN TO YOKE ADAPTER: https://amzn.to/4auh75h

REGULATOR MOUTHPIECES:
* Basic mouthpiece: https://amzn.to/3Q0T7hH
* Comfo-bite (great for those with sensitive gag reflexes): https://amzn.to/4aRgYZq
* Moldable: https://amzn.to/3xykBVI

YOKE VALVE & DIN REG O-RINGS:
* Most yoke valves: https://amzn.to/3QkPxPV
* Pro-valve (the kind that has the removable "donut" to convert the valve from yoke to DIN): https://amzn.to/43UH8rK
* DIN regulator o-rings (regular): https://amzn.to/43UH8rK
* DIN regulator o-rings (small - fits most Apeks, Atomic and Scubapro din regs): https://amzn.to/3VVe3ul

WETSUIT CLEANER: https://amzn.to/4aUBCb7

CAMERA EQUIPMENT:
* GoPro HERO11: https://amzn.to/3PUEHQ4
* Webcam: https://amzn.to/3UdA2LC
* Microphone: https://amzn.to/43TFeYs