Like most activities, diving has a lot of little items that add up in terms of convenience and fun.

• Slates – Underwater slates help you communicate underwater. You also use them for recording depths, time, direction and other information. Specialized slates have aquatic life identification, navigation utility or photo colors. Typically, choose one that fits in your BCD pocket or exposure suit thigh pocket.
• Spare parts kit – Dive equipment is reliable, but has predictable common failure points due to wear: fin and mask straps, tank valve o-rings (small rubber seals), and regulator mouthpieces. Carry these and some basic tools to keep from missing a dive. Throw in a handful of cable ties – the diver’s equivalent of duct tape.
• Clips and lanyards – Used for securing gauges and accessories, various clips and lanyards come in handy to keep your gear streamlined and to allow you to carry accessories conveniently. The need for them pops up unexpectedly, so have some with you.
   

Here at Dive Warehouse on the Gold Coast we carry Mares and Oceanic scuba diving accessories.