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TINKER DI

Alright, let's talk about the Tinker DI. Forget deep blue ocean dives for a minute. This wreck is a bit of a departure, washed up right at the Mean High Water Spring mark. It’s a 13.7m yacht, grounded in October 1994, and it's got a story. We love that grit, that sense of a vessel caught in a moment. This isn’t about pristine coral, it’s about a raw, accessible piece of maritime history, touched by a bit of local folklore about its drug-smuggling past. It might not be a deep dive, but the Tinker DI offers something else entirely. You’ll be exploring a wreck that feels tangible, right there, exposed to the elements. What we really appreciate is how the intertidal zone has started to reclaim it. Look for seaweeds draping over the hull, barnacles encrusting every surface, and small crabs scuttling amongst the crevices. It’s a photographer’s dream, especially on a dramatic, overcast day – that grey sky really makes the textures pop. Dive it at high tide for a different perspective, almost like a shallow reef dive around a metal island. It’s perfect for those who want to get up close with a wreck without the usual depth challenges, or anyone keen on marine life adapted to a harsher, more exposed environment.