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Field of Vision

Thanks to its all-new de
sign and innovative tech
nical solutions, Mares X-Vision offers a truly unprecedented field of vision, without limitations.
The central position of the eyes and the optimally angled windows provide the widest possible viewing angle in every direction. Minimal internal volume and exceptionally light weight, at just 190g. The ergonomic quick-adjusting buckles, positioned directly on the skirt, afford superior comfort and hydrodynamics during the dive, as well as improving the adherence of the skirt to the face. In addition, this technical solution makes it easier to store the mask inside a pocket of the BC. A full array of corrective lenses is available to adapt the mask to your personal visual needs.

New Ripcurl Wetsuits Coming to Thailand

The Ripcurl Wetsuits Distributor Siam Diving Enterprises have announced that they will have the latest range of suits in stock from Jan 30th onwards.
They recently have been unable to keep up with the unprecedented demand for the suits within the Thai market place but the expansion of Ripcurls own production facilities means that these problems are now over.
When questioned as to the success of the Ripcurl suits over other brands, retail manager David Milne commented:
"Its definitely the quality of the suit coupled with the Elastomax inserts which is a special super flexible fabric that makes a 5mm suits as flexible as a 2mm skin, Ripcurl include this material in the entire Core suit range"
Adex 2003 will see the debut of the new Predator Range of suits into the Thai Market for the first time, along with new colour schemes for the 0.5mm Ripcurl skinsuits and 3mm Core suit ranges.

Oceanic CDX
Safety Recall

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Oceanic USA, of San Leandro, Calif., is voluntarily recalling all Oceanic CDX first stage regulators used for scuba diving.

Extreme vibration, a high oscillation of the internal components, can occur for an unknown reason within these CDX regulators, which can cause an air leakage underwater. Divers could run out of air and drown. Oceanic has received reports of noise or vibration accompanied by air leakage. No injuries have been reported.

Oceanic CDX first stage regulators subject to the recall have serial numbers ranging from 9200001 to 9205622, 0200001 to 0213294, 0D0001 to 0D3046, 9800013 to 9801711, or 9D0001 to 9D3273. The serial number is stamped into the side of the Body. These CDX regulators were sold with various second stage regulators, including the Alpha 7, Delta 3, Gamma 2, and Zeta. This voluntary recall does not apply to the CDX5 or any other Oceanic regulator.

Authorized Oceanic dealers sold these regulator sets worldwide from May 1999 through October 2002 for between $330 to $640, depending on the second stage.
Consumers should stop using the recalled CDX regulators immediately and take them to any Authorized Oceanic Dealer for a Retrofit that consists of replacement of one part and the addition of another.

Should you have any questions, please contact Oceanic's toll-free CDX Helpline at (866) 723-2642 or (510) 562-1535 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Pacific Time, by sending an Email to service@oceanicusa.com, or write to Oceanic USA, 2002 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577, USA.

Extreme Cameras

Aquamaster recently introduced a new range of very affordable cameras, some disposable, some for keeps! The range is low cost, easy to use and have great results making Snap Sights Single Use Cameras the choice for those on the go. A perfect solution for vacations, sightseeing, sports events, school excursions, family picnics and a variety of other activities.

Snap Sights Single Use Land Cameras – For People On The Go!
Low cost, easy use and great results make Snap Sights Single Use Cameras the choice for those on the go. A perfect solution for vacations, sightseeing, sports events, school excursions, family picnics and a variety of other activities.

SNAP SIGHTS DAYLIGHT

· Preloaded with 27 exposure 400 ASA film
· Focus Free 30mm lens
· Point and shoot
· No film threading
· Save your expensive camera equipment

SNAP SIGHTS FLASH
· Built-in flash
· Preloaded with 27 exposure 400 ASA film
· Focus Free 30mm lens
· Point and shoot
· No film threading
· Save your expensive camera equipment

Snap Sights Dive-Take The Plunge!!!
Designed specifically for the recreational diver, these models are capable of depths up to 28 metrs.  The ergonomic design makes them comfortable to hold and easy to use underwater. EVERY camera is pressure tested at the factory prior to packaging in our unprecedented quality control. Our one of a kind accessory kit provides an affordable solution for close-up shots and flash “backscatter”. All cameras dsigned to be taken into water are warranted for first time use – once they have been opened the warranty is no longer valid.

DIVE DAYLIGHT

· Preloaded with 800 ASA 24 exposure film
· Waterproof to 28 metres
· Focus Free 28mm lens
· Floats
· Pressure-resistant shutter button
· Hand strap included
· Flip up viewfinder
· Dust proof and shock resistant

DIVE FLASH
· Built in Flash
· Preloaded with 800 ASA 24 exposure film
· Waterproof to 28 metres
· Focus Free 28mm lens
· Floats
· Pressure-resistant shutter button
· Hand strap included
· Flip up viewfinder
· Dust proof and shock resistant

SNORKEL DAYLIGHT

This camera although aimed for use whilst snokelling is equally valuable for capturing all those exciting moments of other water sports such as swimming, rafting, and even water skiing!
· Preloaded with 27 exposure 100 ASA film
· Waterproof to 3 metres
· Focus Free 28mm lens
· Pressure-resistant shutter button
· Hand strap included
· Dust proof and shock resistant