There’s more to being a scuba diver than breathing underwater. When you earn your c-card, you take on the added challenge of honing your craft every day to become a better, more knowledgeable diver. That means brushing up everything from skills and training to gear maintenance to marine life behavior. And when it comes to gear, you don’t want to let your life-saving equipment go down the tubes by storing it improperly, leaving it soaked in saltwater or setting it up incorrectly. Our editors break down what you need to know when it comes to handling and maintaining your gear so your favorite equipment stays dive-ready for as long as you need it.