DIR dive shop

[hantzu701]

I'm looking for information on DIR dive shops in Chicago.

I am a newbie diver and would like to try a DIR setup. I understand that DIR is not for everyone, but I would like the option of going DIR if I choose to.

My LDS has dismissed DIR and is pressuring me to adopt the traditional BCD/short hose, etc. configuration - largely, I think, because they don't sell DIR equipment or have instructors who practice DIR.

[Wendy]

http://www.halcyon.net/dealers/index.shtml



http://www.dive-rite.com/dealers/index.htm


http://oxycheq.com/main.html



At least this will give you a starting place.

[randyp]

As popular as DIR is I'd assume there must be some dive shops in the Chicago area. If not try Deep Blue at 101 W Capitol Dr in Milwaukee. 414-964-DIVE www.dpblue.com

It's a newer shop, but the owner has been around awhile associated with some of the other LDS in the area.

He's TDI, but has GUE training and is pro DIR. I believe they're sponsering a DIRF in Oct of this year.

Deals with Diving Concepts, Halcyon, EE, PST, ect...

I'm not associated with the shop, but I've talked to the owner a couple of times and the store front is set up pretty nice with reasonable prices.

Randy

[jonnythan]

I think what you're looking for is a Hogarthian rig, not a "DIR setup."

The Hogarthian rig is the minimalistic bp/wings setup with long primary hose, etc. This is the basic gear config used by DIR divers, but there's a lot more.

Besides, IMO, telling people you dive a Hogarthian rig sounds less obnoxious than saying you dive a DIR setup ;)

[Laser]

hantzu701 once bubbled...
I'm looking for information on DIR dive shops in Chicago.

I am a newbie diver and would like to try a DIR setup. I understand that DIR is not for everyone, but I would like the option of going DIR if I choose to.

My LDS has dismissed DIR and is pressuring me to adopt the traditional BCD/short hose, etc. configuration - largely, I think, because they don't sell DIR equipment or have instructors who practice DIR.

You won't find a DIR shop in the Chicago. You can get a BP/wing with long hose from several places on the internet. I'm a couple pieces away from setting up a second rig. When I do, you're welcome to try it out, maybe at Haigh someday. Let me know.

[ElectricZombie]

hantzu701 once bubbled...

My LDS has dismissed DIR and is pressuring me to adopt the traditional BCD/short hose, etc. configuration - largely, I think, because they don't sell DIR equipment or have instructors who practice DIR.

Exactly.