September 2008
The world's best known collection of World War II wrecks -- nearly 60 in all -- lies at the bottom of Micronesia's Truk Lagoon. Today, the history-laden vessels, which have been transformed into healthy, living reefs, are a somber reminder of the fierce battles that took place off this tiny Pacific atoll.
Also inside the September issue, you'll find:
| ScubaLab Review - Temperate Water Wetsuits: Staying warm is imperative when diving in chilly water. ScubaLab evaluates the fit, features, comfort and insulation properties of 12 new 7mm wetsuits. |
| The Islands of Tahiti: Whether you're diving from a boat or island-based resort, discover the unforgettable underwater riches of the islands of Tahiti, from shallow reefs and deep walls to electrifying shark and whale encounters. Plus, this Pacific group of islands boasts a bevy of unforgettable topside excursions. | |
| Drive & Dive: The wrecks off Key Biscayne, Fla., and the kelp forests off Santa Catalina Island, Calif., yield endless surprises for divers. | |
| Fiji - Diving Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous: Believe it or not, magazine writers and photographers do not lead glamorous lives while on assignment (they're the ones stuck in a room behind the dive shop's compressor shed). But for one glorious week in Fiji, this photojournalist experienced true luxury. | |
| Lessons for Life - Misgauged: When Karl's SPG malfunctions, he fails to notice or understand it, leading to a nasty surprise. Only a fast-acting crew and some good luck save Karl's life. | |
| Top 10 Dives - Dominica: An illustrated dive map to the best of this Eastern Caribbean island. |
The world's best known collection of World War II wrecks -- nearly 60 in all -- lies at the bottom of Micronesia's Truk Lagoon. Today, the history-laden vessels, which have been transformed into healthy, living reefs, are a somber reminder of the fierce battles that took place off this tiny Pacific atoll.
Also inside the September issue, you'll find:
| ScubaLab Review - Temperate Water Wetsuits: Staying warm is imperative when diving in chilly water. ScubaLab evaluates the fit, features, comfort and insulation properties of 12 new 7mm wetsuits. |
| The Islands of Tahiti: Whether you're diving from a boat or island-based resort, discover the unforgettable underwater riches of the islands of Tahiti, from shallow reefs and deep walls to electrifying shark and whale encounters. Plus, this Pacific group of islands boasts a bevy of unforgettable topside excursions. | |
| Drive & Dive: The wrecks off Key Biscayne, Fla., and the kelp forests off Santa Catalina Island, Calif., yield endless surprises for divers. | |
| Fiji - Diving Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous: Believe it or not, magazine writers and photographers do not lead glamorous lives while on assignment (they're the ones stuck in a room behind the dive shop's compressor shed). But for one glorious week in Fiji, this photojournalist experienced true luxury. | |
| Lessons for Life - Misgauged: When Karl's SPG malfunctions, he fails to notice or understand it, leading to a nasty surprise. Only a fast-acting crew and some good luck save Karl's life. | |
| Top 10 Dives - Dominica: An illustrated dive map to the best of this Eastern Caribbean island. |
