Diving Explained

Why Do Divers Use Those Tiny Towels?

Why Do Divers Use Those Tiny Towels?

Those little towels are called chamois, pronounced shammy. They soak up far more water than their size suggests, wring out, and get used again immediately. Divers need dry skin so...

Why Do Divers Use Those Tiny Towels?

Those little towels are called chamois, pronounced shammy. They soak up far more water than their size suggests, wring out, and get used again immediately. Divers need dry skin so...

Why Do Divers Shower After Every Dive?

Why Do Divers Shower After Every Dive?

Divers shower between dives for two reasons: to stay warm so their muscles don't tighten up, and to get dry so their hands don't slip off their legs mid-flip. Here's...

Why Do Divers Shower After Every Dive?

Divers shower between dives for two reasons: to stay warm so their muscles don't tighten up, and to get dry so their hands don't slip off their legs mid-flip. Here's...