Horse beating continues: Diver in Cozumel REFUSES to remove gloves and knife.

[letterboy]

Perhaps there is a taste difference. Many dive operations would probably only enforce this selectively.

because I would bet it is easier to enforce and complain about knives and gloves instead of the real issues: Non-biodegradable sunscreen.

 

[ONESPEED]

Umm - you betcha...
The generally accepted DIR cutting device is a betty crocker special...

Which, while not a great prying tool, would be pretty damned easy to conceal.

 

[letterboy]

is there someplace where these "regulations" can be viewed other then Marine Park Regulations and Cozumel Dive Guide and Log Book ? Like an actual goobermant website?

 

[matt_w]

I am sad to report that I can not return to Cozumel. Although I have made 30 or more dives in the Marine Park carrying explosives, I now see that this is prohibited. I can not dive without the explosive devices required by my certifying agency. I carry several sizes of explosive charges that can be used to blast my way out of a collapsed swim through. One day I hope the Mexican government lifts this dangerous restriction so I can return.

 

[Kevin Carlisle]

I wonder if they check pockets before the dive?

Which, while not a great prying tool, would be pretty damned easy to conceal.

 

[letterboy]

I wonder if they check pockets before the dive?

God, If I ever go to Coz I am going to be THAT GUY on the boat searching for any and all knives and gloves on divers.

 

[teknitroxdiver]

is there someplace where these "regulations" can be viewed other then Marine Park Regulations and Cozumel Dive Guide and Log Book ? Like an actual goobermant website?

If you ever actually go to Cozumel you could go talk to them at 356 Ave 4.

 

[matt_w]

Which, while not a great prying tool, would be pretty damned easy to conceal.

I accidentally left mine on my belt for the first dive a few months ago. I swapped it out for my shears after that. I know the DM did say they were prohibited, I was just distracted by someone else at the time.

 

[mike_s]

Found this interesting, seems I can't wear non-biodegradable sunscreen. wonder how often thats enforced . . .

I remember going to Xel Ha (spelling?) over near Playa del Carmen years ago.



it's a lagoon that is a big tourist snorkeling area that a lot of tour groups go to.


The place was freaking packed.


Anyway, because everyone had on sunscreen, the surface of the water looked like "one big oil slick".

 

[Kevin Carlisle]

Dont forget about the sunscreen tho!!!

God, If I ever go to Coz I am going to be THAT GUY on the boat searching for any and all knives and gloves on divers.