RIPTIDE
Protected Area
Bracelet Bay
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - RIPTIDE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Riptide is a curious little wreck, not a deep dive by any stretch, sitting at 25 metres. We found her to be a great spot for a relaxed afternoon with manageable current, if you pick your tides right. She's a fibreglass and wood angling boat, only 5.2 metres long, which means you can really get a sense of the whole structure on one dive. Crabs and lobsters have made themselves comfortable in the nooks and crannies, and we’ve often spotted dogfish nestled in the surrounding sand, eyeing us with mild interest. This site is a neat little introduction to wreck diving in the area, or just a pleasant way to spend an hour underwater.
Typical RIPTIDE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for RIPTIDE
RIPTIDE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for RIPTIDE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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