Sink or Swim Scuba

10/19/2026

Sink or Swim Scuba divers had a blast today at Blue Stone Dive Resort for the annual treasure hunt! Divers braved a chilly morning for the thrill of the hunt, golf balls, prizes, bbq and most importantly, dive community shenanigans! Thank you to all our friends at Bluestone for hosting this great event! The season is winding down but not before we get another open water class next weekend and UNDERWATER PUMPKIN CARVING 🎃 🔪?!?! Do you want to join us???

10/17/2026

🦈 Big news at Sink or Swim Scuba: we have a new SDI Meg Tooth Diver Instructor, Duane Jenkins!

Ready to hunt for fossil megalodon teeth and learn how to explore, identify, and preserve history beneath the surface? Join us on a trip and ask how you can get certified in this fun SDI specialty.

Bonus: the Meg Tooth Diver specialty can also count toward your Advanced Open Water certification.

Ask us how to get started: 704-823-0501 or sinkorswimscuba.com

10/16/2026

Thinking about a new dive computer? 🤿

Sink or Swim Scuba is a Shearwater Demo Centre, so you can see the Peregrine, Peregrine TX, Teric, and Perdix in person before you buy, and we'll help you figure out which one fits the way you dive.

Compare them here: https://sinkorswimscuba.com/shearwater-dive-computers

Compare Shearwater dive computers at an authorized Demo Centre in Gastonia, NC. See them in person and get expert help choosing the right model.

10/15/2026

🔥 JUST ARRIVED — THE ATOMIC AQUATICS TFX! 🔥

For the diver who appreciates the very best.

The Atomic Aquatics TFX DIN Sealed Regulator is one of the most sought-after regulators in premium scuba diving — and we finally have one back in stock!

🏆 Exceptional breathing performance — engineered for divers who demand the best.

🔱 Premium titanium construction — extraordinary engineering, materials, and craftsmanship.

🔧 3-year / 300-dive service interval — premium performance with less frequent scheduled servicing.

💎 Extremely limited availability — these are notoriously difficult to get, and they don't tend to stay on our shelves long.

We currently have ONE AVAILABLE!

And between us… you might want to grab it before Brent sees it and decides to add it to his personal dive gear collection. 😁🤿

Looking to complete your ultimate Atomic regulator setup? We can help you put together a premium configuration with the matching octopus, gauges, computer, and accessories.

📍 Sink or Swim Scuba | Gastonia, NC
Serving divers throughout the Charlotte region and shipping nationwide.

🛒 Get yours before it's gone:
https://sinkorswimscuba.com/products/atomic_tfx_din_sealed_regulator_black?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=atomic-tfx-launch

10/15/2026

Last call, divers! ⏳ The 29th Annual Blue Stone Treasure Hunt is THIS Sunday, Oct 18.

Dive 9 AM–12 PM, lunch included, grand prize drawing at 2 PM. $40 gets you in, and part of it supports Samaritan's Purse.

Grab one of the last spots: https://sinkorswimscuba.com/trips/blue_stone_dive_resort_treasure_hunt_2025_1 (Instagram: link in bio)

10/14/2026

Ever notice every dive shop seems to have an award or a " #1" title? Here's the thing — they're not all the same. Some are voted on by real divers. Some are earned through a training agency's audit. Some are generated by software reading Google reviews. And some... a shop just gave itself. 🏆

New on the blog: how to tell the four kinds apart, and what actually predicts a good experience when you're choosing a dive shop near Charlotte.

https://sinkorswimscuba.com/blog/new-diver-questions/how-to-choose-a-dive-shop-awards-ratings