Sea Scooters

Facts You Need to Know When Shopping for Sea Scooters

A sea scooter is a useful tool for divers who want to explore hidden and remote underwater environments. They can help you get there and back safely, preserving your energy for exploring the sea floor. Here is everything you need to know before shopping for an affordable underwater scooter for sale on eBay.

There are several different types of new and used sea scooters for sale on eBay. Here are some tips to help you pick the right one for your needs:

• Look for a water scooter that is designed for the conditions you expect to use it in, specifically fresh versus saltwater. Those that are meant to be used in sea conditions may sink slowly in freshwater like that found in a pool.
• You will need to pick from the two main types of design styles for sea scooters for sale. The most common design features a single thruster in the center with side-mounted handles. The other is a dual-wing style, like that seen in the Trident and Seawing models, that resembles a sea glide for sale. These have two thrusters and dual throttles to propel users through the water.
• Speed and battery life can vary from model to model. Decide how long you are realistically planning to be underwater before narrowing your selection so your battery will supply the needed power.

It is important that you know how deep you plan to dive before you decide on an underwater scooter design. Some scooters, like the Yamaha Seal, are only rated for depths of up to 15 feet, which may be a good choice for snorkeling activities. Others, like the Yamaha Explorer, can take you below 30 feet of water. The Yamaha Sea Scooter RDS line can take you up to 100 feet below the surface and are a good choice if you're looking for a complement to your traditional SCUBA gear.

Some of the most common models of sea scooters have integrated camera mounts so you can add an underwater camera. This can help you preserve your memories and document your underwater finds to share with others.

Buying a used underwater scooter can be a good value in some situations, like if you are planning to use it as a water safety device while teaching children to swim or if you are a new diver who isn't quite sure how often you will use your sea scooter. Look at the number of hours the device has been used and its remaining battery life when deciding on a used sea scooter for sale.