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Tips for your Plastic Detox

25/6/2018

 
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Here at Dive Rutland we are joining Mission 2020 and are in the process of writing our pledges, we hope you will support our efforts but it takes everyone to play a part however small to make an impact... so some food for thought.

Torches - AQUALUX

22/6/2018

 
PictureAQUALUX 5000 RRP: £164
AQUALUX torches feature top-quality CREETM LED’s and are now available in store for purchase.
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Club Member discount will be applied based on level of membership and 30% Discount available to in-status instructors

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AQUALUX 2600 RRP: £140
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AQUALUX 1500 RRP: £95

Features

  1. Double Optical Group. The optical group consists of two pieces: a metallic parabola plus a technopolymer lens that work together for exceptional performance. The parabola has a 40mm diameter and the lens has a 22mm diameter, making the AQUALUX series one of the most powerful diving torch collections in the market.
  2. Zoom Adjustment System. The zoom adjustment guarantees the best quality spotlight by concentrating the light in the centre of the beam.​
  3. Durable Electronics Assembly. The main chipboard is solidly assembled to guarantee the reliability and durability of all the electronics.​
  4. Proprietary Mechanical Construction. The proprietary aluminium construction makes every AQUALUX torch reliable and robust for heavy duty use, while also easy inspect and maintain.

Specifications

Aqualux 5000
Aqualux 2600
Aqualux 1500
3 CREETM XLamp XP-G LED’s
X
1 CREETM XP-L High Density LED’s
Value
X
X
USB Recharge
X
X
Li-ion Rechargeable Batteries
X
X
Double Optical System
X
X
(Lens and Mirror)
X
X
Heavy Duty Aluminium Body
X
X
X
Zoom Adjustment System
X
X
Dimmer Switch
X
X

What are nurdles and why are they a problem

15/6/2018

 
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Have you ever heard of a nurdle? These small lentil-sized pellets make up nearly all of the plastic products we use everyday, and they’re a big problem for our seas

​See article from the marine conservation society

National Watersports Festival

11/6/2018

 
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Day three of the National Watersports Festival saw the sun come out and then Mr Blobby (aka Rick) being awarded the prize for the best fancy dress at last nights 90's disco evening (umm I thought we had Noel Edmunds AND Mr Blobby as one act)...

Our PADI Course Director Steve Prior and his lovely wife Janet dropped in to support us to.. it was nice to see you both and sorry did not get much time to chat.
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Rick receiving his prize of an NWF Sweatshirt for best Fancy Dress at 90's Disco evening
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Steve and Janet Prior supporting us at the National Watersports Festival
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Another great National Watersports Festival with lots to do including trying your had at SUP, windsurfing and dinghy 'driving' - evening parties not bad either.

If you missed it this year then why not come along next year... we look forward to seeing you all then
Dive Rutland this year were supported by a number of our suppliers in the Dive Rutland dive village and to those we say THANK YOU, it was a lovely atmosphere with everyone really working together and lots of laughs.

So, thank you to Apeks, Aqua Lung, Aqua Sphere, Fourth Element, PADI, Suunto for joining in with the spirit of the event.
And then to the amazing Dive Rutland Team who this could not be done without.. not only the instructional and support team but the club members who also assisted - words are not enough.. but THANK  YOU and I hope you all enjoyed yourselves

National Watersports - 90s Party Night

9/6/2018

 
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Tonight at the National Watersports Festival it is 90's Party Night... this is how the Dive Rutland staff members who are on site as stock security are currently dressed!  

National Watersports Festival - Saturday

9/6/2018

 
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A Second great day at the National Watersports Festival being held at Sykes Lane, Rutland Water.

An overcast day but it has not stopped any of the activities.  Everyone is having a great time with lots going on throughout the day, including our Try Dives.


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This year we expanded and invited a number of our suppliers to join us... It seems they like our kitchen area!
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