Let’s talk about rental gear. For a long time, the scuba industry standard for rental dive computers has been the reliable, but incredibly basic, “puck” style computer. They get the job done, but they usually feature small, cluttered LCD screens that require you to squint, press a stiff button three times to find your maximum depth, and listen for faint beeps over the sound of your own bubbles.
At Sierra Madre Divers, we believe your dive experience shouldn’t be limited by basic equipment. You travel all the way to Bohol to see the vibrant, high-definition colors of the reef. Your life support equipment should be just as clear, bright, and intuitive.
That is why we are thrilled to announce a massive upgrade to our rental fleet.
Starting immediately, you can now rent the industry-leading Shearwater Peregrine dive computer for your dives with us, for just 1,000 PHP per day.
If you have never dived with a Shearwater before, it will completely change the way you experience the underwater world. Here is why we chose the Peregrine for our guests, and why you should absolutely reserve one for your next trip to Panglao.
1. The Screen: High-Definition Clarity
The defining feature of the Shearwater Peregrine is its stunning, full-color, 2.2-inch LCD screen.
When you are drifting along the deep walls of Doljo Point or navigating the shadows of the Black Forest at Balicasag, lighting conditions change constantly. Traditional rental computers often require you to shine your dive torch on them just to read your No-Decompression Limit (NDL).
The Peregrine’s backlit color screen is effortlessly readable in any condition—from glaring surface sunlight to the pitch black of a Kalipayan night dive. The numbers are massive, color-coded, and perfectly laid out.
- Green means you are good.
- Yellow means caution (like approaching your NDL).
- Red means stop or danger.
You don’t have to decipher tiny icons anymore; the computer tells you exactly what you need to know with a single glance.
2. Vibration Alerts: Feel the Warnings
The Bohol Sea can be a noisy place. Between the roar of your exhaust bubbles, the crackle of the reef, and the hum of boat engines overhead, it is very easy to miss the faint audio “beep” of a standard dive computer telling you to slow your ascent.
The Peregrine solves this brilliantly with haptic vibration alerts. When you reach your safety stop, when you ascend too quickly, or when you approach your time limits, the computer literally vibrates on your wrist. It is an incredible safety feature that ensures you never miss a critical alert, allowing you to focus your eyes entirely on the sea turtles and frogfish rather than staring at your wrist.
3. Ridiculously Intuitive Navigation
Have you ever spent ten minutes on a dive boat frantically pressing two buttons simultaneously trying to figure out how to switch your rental computer to Nitrox?
Shearwater is famous for having the most intuitive, user-friendly interface in the scuba industry. The Peregrine uses a simple, logical two-button system. If you can operate a smartphone, you can master this computer in three minutes. Setting your gas mix, checking your dive log, or adjusting the screen brightness is seamless and stress-free.
4. Nitrox Ready and Customizable
Whether you are diving on standard air or making the most of your bottom time with Enriched Air (Nitrox), the Peregrine handles it effortlessly. It supports up to three gas switches (up to 100% O2), meaning if you decide to take your first steps into technical diving with our PADI Tec courses, this computer grows with you.
Furthermore, you can customize the home screen layout. Want to see your water temperature front and center? You can. Prefer a massive dive timer? Just push a button. You configure the data exactly how you want to see it.
Try Before You Buy: The Ultimate Test Drive
At 1,000 PHP per day, renting the Shearwater Peregrine is an incredible value.
Not only does it elevate the safety and enjoyment of your Bohol dive holiday, but it also serves as the perfect “test drive.” Dive computers are a significant investment. If you have been thinking about upgrading your personal gear but aren’t sure if the Shearwater hype is real, this is your chance to dive with it for a few days in world-class conditions. We guarantee you won’t want to go back to a standard screen.
Reserve Yours Today
Because the Shearwater Peregrine is widely considered the gold standard for recreational dive computers, our rental units are in incredibly high demand.
If you want to dive with high-definition clarity, vibration alerts, and unmatched reliability on your next trip, let us know when you book your dive package.
Say goodbye to squinting and hello to the bright side of diving. Contact Sierra Madre Divers today to reserve your spot on the boat and secure your Shearwater Peregrine!
