Blakec1980
Registered
Hello,
I am new to the tech side of things, I actually am not even a tech diver yet. I am doing my homework on getting into it as there are a few wrecks I would like to dive to start off. What I am looking for is some direction on gear, general idea of prices on training. Also what training I may need going into this endeavor.
I have been diving on the public safety and recreational side for almost 4 years. I have a hunger for more knowledge, and to see what more is out there in the diving world. I read a couple books about Mr. Chatterton's exploits and the U-Boat is of particular interest given my adoration of WW2 history. I have no interest in penetration of any kind, nor do I desire an artifact to take home (unless is just happened to fall in my lap ) Moreover I would just like to witness with my own two eyes, take a picture or video and live in said moment.
That being said, the more research I do on the equipment I need, the more confused I'm getting. Now before I'm publicly shamed for not knowing what I'm talking about. I freely admit that I do not, and that is the reason I am posting here. I'm not looking for cookie cutter answers, just trying to get a baseline for where to start. I am taking my advanced nitrox and deco procedures either this year or next, and beyond those two classes I don't know what others I need to take. Do I need to take sidemount for sling bottles? I would prefer to use trimix while diving those depths but not sure if thats the best for it.
What size doubles would I need. I have several al80's I could strap together and go with, but from what I read those arent the best. Are 120's too much? I'm sure it boils down to SAC rate but I haven't had a chance to go and do the math on that one yet. Regulators... What is going to work that deep? I was looking at apeks but is there a better option? Drysuit and computer I already have figured out, I own a FFM with a gas switch block, but I'm not sure that will work (gas switch is only two port, not even sure if they make one with more ports than that.)
At this point I figure I am just going to go with a regular mask.
I have no intention of taking on this dive anytime in the near future, I am just trying to get myself sorted out and on the right track to get the training, and experience to make such a dive as safely as is possible given the amount of risk that comes with deep diving anyway. Any information on any of this would be helpful, and most appreciated.
I am new to the tech side of things, I actually am not even a tech diver yet. I am doing my homework on getting into it as there are a few wrecks I would like to dive to start off. What I am looking for is some direction on gear, general idea of prices on training. Also what training I may need going into this endeavor.
I have been diving on the public safety and recreational side for almost 4 years. I have a hunger for more knowledge, and to see what more is out there in the diving world. I read a couple books about Mr. Chatterton's exploits and the U-Boat is of particular interest given my adoration of WW2 history. I have no interest in penetration of any kind, nor do I desire an artifact to take home (unless is just happened to fall in my lap ) Moreover I would just like to witness with my own two eyes, take a picture or video and live in said moment.
That being said, the more research I do on the equipment I need, the more confused I'm getting. Now before I'm publicly shamed for not knowing what I'm talking about. I freely admit that I do not, and that is the reason I am posting here. I'm not looking for cookie cutter answers, just trying to get a baseline for where to start. I am taking my advanced nitrox and deco procedures either this year or next, and beyond those two classes I don't know what others I need to take. Do I need to take sidemount for sling bottles? I would prefer to use trimix while diving those depths but not sure if thats the best for it.
What size doubles would I need. I have several al80's I could strap together and go with, but from what I read those arent the best. Are 120's too much? I'm sure it boils down to SAC rate but I haven't had a chance to go and do the math on that one yet. Regulators... What is going to work that deep? I was looking at apeks but is there a better option? Drysuit and computer I already have figured out, I own a FFM with a gas switch block, but I'm not sure that will work (gas switch is only two port, not even sure if they make one with more ports than that.)
At this point I figure I am just going to go with a regular mask.
I have no intention of taking on this dive anytime in the near future, I am just trying to get myself sorted out and on the right track to get the training, and experience to make such a dive as safely as is possible given the amount of risk that comes with deep diving anyway. Any information on any of this would be helpful, and most appreciated.