Can You 'Really' Dive?

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[Bazooka Joe]

WOW, sure got quiet in here.... You would think there is a 300 pound Gorilla sitting over there in the corner?

 

[stinggirl]

WOW, sure got quiet in here.... You would think there is a 300 pound Gorilla sitting over there in the corner?

Kind of...........

 

[stinggirl]

I want to apologize in advance. I don't know if any of my posts offended or p/o anyone. It was not my intention. I guess this just stroked a nerve. I felt the original post came across very harsh and I took ofence to it. Again I'm sorry.
Happy diving!

 

[StreetDoctor]

I agree with everything you said. My girlfriend is my dive partner 90% of the time and when she got certified it was made very clear to her that she will set up her own gear and take care of her own equipment, including maintenance. We also plan our dives TOGETHER. There is no babysitting. For the poster that talked about holding his wifes hand and guiding her around, what happens if something happens to you?

We agreed to this not because I'm an ******* but because I expect her to stay on her toes and know her equipment. If something happens to me I have to rely on her to be able to fix the situation or lead the dive (if she isn't already). We also practice OOG drills, maskless ascents, etc. quite regularly. Our equipment is the same so if there is a problem with mine she is able to correct it because it's what she's used to. I understand scubaboard is mostly vacation divers, what I don't understand is how there aren't more accidents from some of the dive practices I read about here, and the fact that I bet half of the users on this board are unable to calculate rock bottoms or turn pressures. Flame away!

 

[Walter]

Susie,

I like the fact you are in favor of (and teach) divers being independent and able to take care of theirselves. I do the same. I think you went overboard with some of your general statements.

 

[BettyRubble]

The organization I work is irrelevant. I would hope all organizations teach independency regarding the aforementioned. If they aren't..no wonder there are so many needy divers.

Yes, rescue yourself. If you don't understand...I'm not saying a word.

The term licensed was used in error. I stand corrected...certified.

Like someone said.....if the shoe fits.

Would love to know what shop you work for because I absolutely would not do business with them. It is very relevant. But I suspect that is why you aren't providing it - or you don't actually work at one.

You said more then enough words.

Sweetheart, we all see clearly how well the shoe fits ya.

Others have heard this from me before, but I'll repeat it. You probably had some valid points that got lost because of the way you presented your thoughts. If you post crap, expect crap. If you want a disucssion - learn how to frame an argument without coming across as a . . . well . . . I'll leave it at that.

 

[CJM]

I have to disagree, I've met many extremely experienced divers who are always willing to help out the noobs. DiveNY is a great bunch of people with that attitude. IVS is a great shop with that attitude.

We are? Since when?? When did I become a nice guy? Damnit.. Gotta stop showing my feminine side while eating Sundaes... ANd where did my other post go? You know.. my wise ass comment... Damn... OK I'll be nice

 

[BHB ScubaTroll]

WOW, sure got quiet in here.... You would think there is a 300 pound Gorilla sitting over there in the corner?

TC does not weigh 300 lbs.

You take that back!

 

[BettyRubble]

We are? Since when?? When did I become a nice guy? Damnit.. Gotta stop showing my feminine side while eating Sundaes... ANd where did my other post go? You know.. my wise ass comment... Damn... OK I'll be nice

It was such a good post too!!!!

DNY is great, if I say so myself. LOL You folks took me under wing and I watch you take others under wing. Thank you! I appreciate that you all have taken the nice route for explaining to me what I suck at!!!! If DNY had taken the OP's approach I probably would have quit diving at the get go!

That is why we need experienced divers to TEACH us.