Entries by Manolo Cabasal

Moving on up to the East Side!!! -1-08-2015-

This morning on the Sea Fox were joined by a mixed bag of divers from around the world. Surface conditions were absolutely perfect: Light & variable winds and absolutely no swell. Everybody knew what was on Captain Kendal’s mind before the boat fired up, we’d be going to the East Side to dive. Skimmon’s Reef […]

Sharks and Monster Sponge Crabs!!! – 12/29/2014

Another beautiful sunset preceded tonight’s night dive here in Hawaii Kai. Conditions were amazing: no wind and no swell. The surface was glass like with rays of sunlight streaking across the top. The four divers on the Sea Hound paused their gear assembly to take it all in. The first dive site of the evening, […]

An After Christmas Whale 12/26/2014

You couldn’t think of a more perfect way to spend the day after Christmas. The skies were clear, wind was calm, and the surface was without drama in Manalua Bay. You were literally in the middle of the picturesque Hawaiian Christmas card that you send your friends. Not only are they freezing their butts off, they’re […]

Down there is better…12/22/2014

Showing up already wet. That’s how you start a morning of diving! Early morning showers lingered today in Hawaii Kai, but that didn’t stop divers on the Sea Hound from gearing for a morning of adventure. “It’ll be better down there…” was the resonating vibe on the boat. It’s a rare occasion when divers completely […]

Sharks + Humpbacks + Turtles = Epic 12/20/2014

Today was another beautiful day in Hawaii Kai. Light and variable winds and a 2-foot swell made crystal clear waters of Manalua Bay calm and inviting. 8 Advanced diver answered the call of adventure today. The dive sites on the agenda: LCU & Fantasy Reef. *LCU* 87 ft  – 37 min 75 degrees The conditions […]

How ’bout them dolphins?!

  This afternoon on the Seahound we were joined by a mixed bag of divers and students from all around the world. With a persistent trade from the east and a moderate swell, the boat was rocking with adventure. The first dive site of the day: Turtle Canyons   *Turtle Canyons* 39ft – 35min With […]

Night Dive Ninjas 12-02-2014

It was another picturesque sunset in Hawaii Kai aboard the Sea Fox. On this evening’s night dive we were joined by 4 divers and 10 snorkelers, all hailing from different parts of North America. With light variable winds and a moderate swell, the boat was regular rocking dance party. The dive sites for the night’s […]