Tahoe is testing ground for water scooters

Experienced scuba divers are zipping through the West Shore’s 60-degree water this weekend holding onto underwater scooters being tested for speed and battery power.

“It’s fun, kind of like a fish just floatin’ along,” said Vic Erickson, one of three divers testing the scooters.

At Hurricane Bay, Erickson, along with divers Alan Studley and James Flenner, embarked on the first ever scientific test comparing underwater scooters and their manufacturers’ claims of speed and battery life.

The goal of the tests, sponsored by Adventure Scuba in Reno, is to develop a list of scooter models and their characteristics for consumers to use as a guide when buying this must-have toy...[Sierra Sun]