Computer back up

[Soakedlontra]

I looked at previous threads but I was not able to find what I was looking for so here I am .

I have a small watch as a back up, but I find it hard to read it. I also would like to get rid of my console with compass, pressure and depth gauge to replace it with a simple pressure gauge, a wrist compass and a wrist timer/depth gauge to use instead of the watch.

Can I find a timer/depth gauge that is cheaper than a computer or would I be better off buying a second computer?

Any suggestions of brands in particular that I could investigate that are reliable and not too expensive?

Thank you

Cheers

[idocsteve]

Sherwood DDG

DDG stands for digital depth gauge. It's also a bottom timer. I got an extra one sitting on the shelf I've been looking to throw up on Ebay. I use two computers now.

It needs a couple of batteries though.

Maybe we can work something out.

[Soakedlontra]

Sherwood DDG

DDG stands for digital depth gauge. It's also a bottom timer. I got an extra one sitting on the shelf I've been looking to throw up on Ebay. I use two computers now.

It needs a couple of batteries though.

Maybe we can work something out.

Thank you!

I'll be in touch!

[Soakedlontra]

Hi Idocsteve!

I have thought about your offer and I have decided to buy it new.

Thanks anyway!

Have a good day!

ciao

[Revog]

Hi

As far as suggestions go I like the Suunto range of dive computers but they are not cheap.

Sorry I dont really understand the rest of your post, but i would suggest air integrated computer as your primary.

[TSandM]

Most people who are using plain depth gauges are using the Uwatec gauge. However, it is not inexpensive, and the battery is not replaceable. There are quite a few computers that can be purchased used for equal to or less than the cost of a Uwatec gauge, and which have user-replaceable batteries and sometimes other bells and whistles which are nice.

[Soakedlontra]

Hi

As far as suggestions go I like the Suunto range of dive computers but they are not cheap.

Mi dive computer is a Suunto Gekko and I am happy with it even if what I really want is a...:confused:I guess that's why I am not very good at writing these kind of posts...I never remember the name of gadgets unless I use them!:shakehead: anyway it is a computer that costs a lot and it is very bright at night.



I dont really understand the rest of your post,

I don't blame you, I have never considered myself a skilled technical writer!


i would suggest air integrated computer as your primary.

Right now I am not that interested in air integrated computers, I don't know exactly why...it is just a gut feeling, I guess.

Thanks anyway and good night!:coffee:

[Soakedlontra]

Most people who are using plain depth gauges are using the Uwatec gauge. However, it is not inexpensive, and the battery is not replaceable. There are quite a few computers that can be purchased used for equal to or less than the cost of a Uwatec gauge, and which have user-replaceable batteries and sometimes other bells and whistles which are nice.

That is exactly what Sam has told me.

[gcbryan]

That is exactly what Sam has told me.

As others have mentioned...it's cheaper to just get an inexpensive computer and make sure it has gauge mode...so at that point you have a digital bottomtime/depth gauge that also logs your dives and can be used as a computer if you should find that you need one. Just make sure that you can read it (big fonts) and replace the batteries yourself.

[Scared Silly]

I use a Suunto D3 as my back up. Unfortunately, they do not make them anymore and the D4 is a full on computer. Which is okay but I like small watch like attributes of D3 and it was cheaper. You can still find used D3s here and there.

[widget]

I imagine you are just talking regular, recreational no deco diving here?

If so, to be honest I would just keep a basic two gauge console (pressure and depth gauge) and a single computer. I mean theres no problem, and if you feel happier with two computer units then by all means do so, but I just cant see the need for it.

... of course if you are thinking more technical diving...........?? That changes everything.

[Soakedlontra]

I imagine you are just talking regular, recreational no deco diving here?

If so, to be honest I would just keep a basic two gauge console (pressure and depth gauge) and a single computer. I mean theres no problem, and if you feel happier with two computer units then by all means do so, but I just cant see the need for it.

...I have been thinking the same thing...;)




... of course if you are thinking more technical diving...........?? That changes everything.

Technical diving? Man! I wish I could afford it! ...Well right now I cannot even reach the valve of my single tank with my hands... I would be totally hopeless with doubles!