How to Scuba from Your Boat

Scuba gear that is well-maintained and easily accessible can not only help you explore the extraordinary undersea world, it can also be a tool for both emergencies and boat maintenance.

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Custom-built cylinder storage racks make accessing cylinders easy. (Photo/ Eileen Council)
Custom-built cylinder storage racks make accessing cylinders easy. (Photo/ Eileen Council)

With all of the logistics, specialized knowledge and costs involved, you may be asking yourself “Why would I want to go diving?”  This is a good question; after all, you have gone cruising to escape some of the complications of your life.

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Eric Keibler
Eric discovered sailing and diving in college in a most unlikely place, Lubbock, Texas. But after graduation, he remedied that and moved to the Texas coast, where there was wind, salt water, and an airport to take him anywhere. He is one of those people whose hobby got entirely out of control, and he has been involved in Scuba instruction since 1988, teaching people of all ages to dive and move beyond the ordinary with side mount and rebreather diving. He and his wife, Ann, have owned a diving facility for over 34 years. His favorite thing to ask people is, “Are you having fun yet?” Eric is looking for their next boat, having sold their Beneteau First 38 sailboat. You can learn more about Eric by looking here or dropping him a line.