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Today, 10:17 PM
Does this always happen on the same cylinder, or is it consistent on varied cylinders?
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Today, 11:24 AM
No. I thought I had made my thoughts clear - bastardizing an emergency drill into something completely different "dulls the response".
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Today, 02:45 AM
It doesn't hurt to leave a 'trail' here in Basic Scuba... as it might show up in subsequent searches for future users interested in the topic - there...
16 replies | 538 view(s)
Yesterday, 11:26 PM
I prefer to retain depth as (true) depth.
With regards overheads, I prefer the extra measurement/s of 'distance-to-surface' (meters) or even...
9 replies | 276 view(s)
Yesterday, 11:15 PM
You might want to contact the guys at Team Blue Immersion - whilst based in Dahab, they often run courses up in Eilat. They're a very credible tech...
25 replies | 462 view(s)
Yesterday, 10:57 PM
As Centrals said; both Subic and Anilao are very convenient from Manila - and useful options for maximizing dive opportunities on an otherwise short...
5 replies | 180 view(s)
Yesterday, 02:32 PM
Are you actually trained/experienced with sidemount.... or just guessing?
Switching - a relatively simple skill, taught on the appropriate course....
25 replies | 462 view(s)
Yesterday, 02:15 PM
The OP was considering back-mounted doubles for rec diving. In what way do you believe sidemount 'more complex' than back-mount?
There's a great...
25 replies | 462 view(s)
Yesterday, 02:08 PM
Let's save those replies for the appropriate forum. :)
Solo diving has a dedicated discussion area. Basic Scuba is not an ideal location for...
16 replies | 538 view(s)
Yesterday, 01:23 PM
I think the benefits of sidemount are still not truly understood amongst the dive community. Unlike back-mount, sidemount is now formalized as a...
25 replies | 462 view(s)
Yesterday, 01:04 PM
In so far as 'skillset' - yes, it should be achievable. The actual skill to 'perform a safe ascent whilst sharing air' should be repeatable whilst...
143 replies | 3078 view(s)
Yesterday, 06:24 AM
As others have mentioned, solo diving is well beyond 'Basic Scuba' - so further debate and reading should certainly be conducted in the specialist...
16 replies | 538 view(s)
May 26th, 2012, 04:39 AM
Given current evolution in the tech scene - I'd recommend a cursory investigation of Sidemount diving options also. You can formally learn sidemount...
25 replies | 462 view(s)
May 26th, 2012, 02:35 AM
El Capitan is the Liberty Ship. I think you mean the 'San Quentin' - the Spanish vessel.
I should be up in Subic next week - I had hoped to be...
13 replies | 309 view(s)
May 26th, 2012, 12:36 AM
Divemaster: "You must be back on the boat with 50bar / 500psi. We have a strict policy on that!"
10 replies | 530 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 11:54 PM
S.I.D.E.M.O.U.N.T
It enables every remote 'beach shack' dive center to supply the requirements for you to dive with double tanks.
No skimping,...
143 replies | 3078 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 08:48 PM
Snuging up a neoprene neck seal is eay, so is replacing it with a latex one.
7 replies | 197 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 06:07 PM
I'd bet that it is far more dangerous, statistically, to be a newbie diver going off of a boat at a tropical resort (or a one trip a year diver,...
47 replies | 1200 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 05:39 PM
I don't see that as "team." I see it as competent diving combined with good situational awareness. "Team" stuff, to me, are those skills that...
658 replies | 24918 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 03:50 PM
I do not find it challenging to breath hold under a series of swells, but it does lessen some significant risks. We all make trade offs of skills...
47 replies | 1200 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 02:13 PM
Yes, if based on an actual need - and definitive research.
No, if based on paranoia, lack-of-confidence, a skill deficit or cynical and...
43 replies | 1173 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 01:57 PM
I only tend to buy new kit when:
1. Old stuff is worn out and needs replacing.
2. It provides a capability I currently don't possess, but do...
28 replies | 669 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 01:50 PM
PADI don't do a lot of things, until it's suggested to them - normally by means of someone writing a 'Distinctive Spec'. It becomes 'standardized'...
143 replies | 3078 view(s)
May 25th, 2012, 01:13 PM
Dennis, current recommendations on flying after diving permit up to 2,000 feet for no-decompression dives. That opens up the entire west coast and...
12 replies | 225 view(s)
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Ontario, Canada
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Teacher
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Certification Agencies:
PADI
Dive History:
2012 (DV)
Bali, Indonesia - TBA (Nov '12)
Aliwal, South Africa - TBA (Aug '12)
Saint Marie, Madagascar - TBA (Aug '12)
Bahamas - 6 Dives (May '12)
Dumaguete, Apo, Philippines - 8 Dives (March '12)
Bohol, Philippines - 8 Dives (March '12)
2011
Similan, Surin, Richelieu, Thailand - 15 Dives (Nov '11)
Anilao, Philippines - 20 Dives (Oct '11)
Kona, Hawaii - 10 Dives (Aug '11)
Tobermory, Canada - 4 Dives (Aug '11)
Sipadan, Mabul, Kapali, Malaysia - 26 Dives (May '11)
Nosy Be, Madagascar - 4 Dives (Feb '11)
Pereybere, Mauritius - 5 Dives (Feb '11)
Holguin, Cuba - 4 Dives (Jan '11)
2010
Key Largo, USA - 4 Dives (Dec '10)
Sharm, Tiran, Dahab, Thistlegorm -14 Dives (Nov '10)
Malapascua, Philippines - 6 Dives (Oct '10)
Sandals, St. Lucia - 14 Dives (Aug '10)
Bayahibe, Dominican Republic - 14 Dives (July '10)
Boracay, Philippines - 6 Dives (May '10)
2009
Ft. Lauderdale, USA - 8 Dives (Dec '09)
Certification History:
PADI: Nitrox, Buoyancy, Deep, Nav, Wreck, EFR, Rescue
Certification Level:
PADI: MSD
# of Logged Dives:
100 - 199
Dive Classification:
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Years Certified:
Two Years
Dive Equipment:
Wetsuit (Henderson 3mm & 7mm), fins (Pro Force), mask, computer (Oceanic Pro 2.1 Integrated), Reg (Abyss 22), Camera (G12)
SB Challenge:
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