Something for all divers at LIDS 2012

With more than 200 exhibitors expected, the show is shaping up to be another world-class event, with divers travelling to London from far and wide for a welcome shot of diving information, advice and inspiration – and to link up with friends and buddies-to-be from around the globe.

LIDS 2012 provides the perfect chance to compare, try and buy diving equipment at competitive prices, to weigh in the balance holidays, and to catch up with activities and offers from training agencies including PADI, BSAC and SSI.

To get an idea of what dive gear is on offer at LIDS, visitors should head for the show's New Products Showcase to see recently-launched items ranging from dive computers to BCs and drysuits.

Other in-hall attractions to look out for include the PhotoZone, the No-Tanx Freedive Simulator, the Technical Pool and the Try-Dive Pool. And don't miss the Historical Dive Gear display, the Caribbean Village, the British Isles Experience, and the expanded Asia-Pacific Showcase.

LIDS 2012 will of course also be playing host to an impressive cast of guest speakers in a programme of free-to-enter presentations running throughout the weekend. They include (pictured, clockwise from top left) Mark Dixon, Alex Mustard, Monty Halls and Paul Rose.

LIDS 2012 opening times are 9.30-6.00 on Saturday 31 March and 9.30-5.00 on Sunday 1 April.

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