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. that which doesn't kill me may not make me stronger, but it does make me smarter.
About don Francisco
Biography
Did a resort dive in Cozumel in 1999 & was hooked. Got certified the next summer & haven't looked back. One of the nicest things about diving is the lack of telephones. When I dive, I'm totaly focused on the moment, & my environrmnt. Diving & cycling are among the few things left that can be enjoyed free from daily pressures.
Location
Metro New York
Interests
U-water photo, cycling, general travel
Occupation
wholesaler of bicycle related aftermarket items
Gender
Male
Certification Agencies
PADI, NSS-CDS
Dive History
Mostly Caribbean, first & foremost Cozumel (250+ dives), Playa Del Carmen, Tulum & Xcalak.
Also Dominica, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Saba, Antigua, BVI, & Grand Cayman. Cold water diving in northeast local waters, Puget Sound & Monterey, CA.
Certification History
Rescue diver, Nitrox. NSS-CDS Cavern, I don't beleive in badges, I take courses to improve my skill set, otherwise it's about learning & growing through experience.
Certification Level
PADI rescue, but god help anyone whose life might depend on me.
# of Logged Dives
500 - 999
Dive Classification
Experienced Diver
Years Certified
Six - Ten Years
Dive Equipment
I use good quality basic equipment, std. octopus, analog gauges, weight integrated BC, non air-integrated wrist computer. Brands don't matter to me , I buy by fit & function. Other than wetsuits & boots, I'm still using my original equipment.
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