Now in its 11th year, WDHOF will honor pioneers, leaders, innovators and record holders in every field of diving at the Beneath the Sea show in New Jersey March 26, 2011.

Dr. Guy Harvey, world-renowned scientist and marine wildlife artist, has joined the growing ranks of individuals and organizations calling for strict regulations to ban the commercial fishing of all sharks in The Bahamas.

At BARE we understand that a truly memorable dive experience is one to remember because of the dive, not the equipment. That’s why we developed the SB SYSTEM. It’s a combination of 3 lightweight layers that provide STRETCH and BREATHABILITY, enhancing your overall comfort level so you can enjoy the real adventure underwater.

Fourth Element’s Proteus wetsuit is all about keeping warmth in and water out, while providing unparalleled comfort at depth. Using both Superstretch and Thermocore neoprene, in thicknesses from three to seven mil, the Proteus is the suit that ScubaLab Testers rated warmest in its class. With availability in 10 women’s and 13 men’s sizes, the Proteus is versatile enough for a wide range of divers AND environments.

With two large compartments, roomy enough for full-size fins and a drysuit, Stahlsac’s Curacao Clipper gearbag is designed inside and out to accommodate the traveling diver. It’s also the company’s first-ever user-repairable bag: replacement parts for the completely modular frame can be sent directly to the owner or the local dive shop for repair. Weighing in at just seven pounds, the Curacao Clipper is a full-size bag with user-friendly features for even the most discriminating of divers.

The RS-680 regulator from TUSA features a compact, lightweight design. It contains two high-pressure and four low-pressure ports and is available in both DIN and yoke versionsThe RS-680 also incorporates TUSA’s Sequential Exhaust Assist (or S.E.A.), a new design featuring a dual exhaust system to decrease breathing effort during exhalation. The entire second stage also swivels 360 degrees to prevent jaw fatigue and add to overall comfort.

Manufactured of both nylon and high quality spandex, the full body Lycra Diveskin by DiveGear provides both function and fit. Worn as a stand-alone in warm water, a Lycra skin provides abrasion protection from accidental contact with coral and stinging marine life, as well as sun protection, with 95% of UV rays blocked. The DiveGear Diveskin is a good addition to your gear bag whether it’s worn by itself for warm water protection or as the bottom-layer with a wetsuit.