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I was recently asked during a dive, "Rey, why do you have to get all technical" in a very snarky way. We were on the surface and I had signaled the boat. My buddy started to signal the boat also by waving his arm so I corrected him. He was cool with it but someone else that was with us is the...

Hey all, I'm looking for recommendations for a dive knife or line cutter that I can easily hook onto my BCD. Unfortunately, the Cressi Back Jac doesn't have grommet holes to attach one so it looks like I'll need something to wrap around a strap or hang from D-hook. I'm partial to not having too...

I was interested in getting my daughter OW certified. I checked and there's a LDS that's offering PDIC OW certification. Checking the PDIC site, it looks like the last updates were in 2011 and throws errors on some pages of the site. Is PDIC still around? I saw another thread from 2011 that...

Hey all, I went through the SB archives looking for info on how to determine BCD lift capacity and came out a little confused so I was hoping I could provide details of my setup and someone could give me an idea of how much lift I would need: Here are the details: Dive in tropical waters...

Are the Sherwood Rona and HOG Frameless the same mask just with different buckles? Rona: http://www.scubadiving.com/files/_attachments/sherwood-rona.jpg HOG: http://cdn.divegearexpress.com/media/essentials/hog/EG410_220_000-640.jpg

Hey all, So I've tried on a number of masks with most having very poor fits. I would say I have a wide face and a large nose. I'm trying to get recommendations of masks that I should consider. Here's what I've tried on: Atomic Subframe - Great fit, Bad seal Atomic Frameless - Bad seal...

I'm thinking about buying a SeaDive CatEye frameless mask. I've tried it on and the seal & fit, outside of the water, is superb. The concern I have is the smell of the mask. It smells like a highlighter. I've never smelled anything like that on a mask before and in speaking to the shop, it seems...

Hey guys, I was on YouTube looking at instructional videos for deploying an SMB. I noticed two methods being used: Scuba Skill - How to Deploy an Inflatable Signaling device - YouTube (rolling out on the surface) and Ismail Marzouk - Technical Diving Tutorial - SMB Deployment -...

Hey all, I know this may be a broad question and I'm not looking for an all-encompassing answer. Just a little guidance. I'm in the market for a used reg. My diving is in warm water with some deeper dives like the Duane (130' max). I'm looking for a balanced reg that can also be used with...

Hey all, I have a dive planned this weekend off of Deerfield Beach on the Rodeo 25 wreck. Has anyone gone on it? Any opinions and/or things I should know? Just doing some homework ahead of the dive since it's a deep one. Rodeo 25 - Fort Lauderdale SCUBA Site - Dive Spots Thanks, Rey

This may be a little long but I hope it helps someone down the road that's interested in expanding their diving skills. I completed SSI's Advanced Open Water course this weekend and I have to say that I came away very impressed by: My instructor, Capt. Pete Pallotta of U.S. 1 Scuba in...

Hi guys, I'm considering taking an advanced open water course since I'd like to do some deeper wreck dives. For example, the Spiegel wreck in the Florida Keys requires an AOW certification in order to dive it due to it's depth. I spoke with a LDS that is SDI affiliated and got the details...

I'm interested in knowing at which point someone considers a higher-end reg. For example, Aqualung lists the Titan as an entry-level model and I've heard it's a great reg for someone new to diving. So I'm assuming that if you're a casual, recreational diver, it can offer years of good...

Hi all, I'm looking on eBay for a used reg set and see a number of systems that I don't recognize or heard that they're no longer in business. For example, I've been told by a LDS that Dacor & U.S. Divers are no longer in business and I should avoid getting any used equipment from those brands...

Hey all, Just got my new fins and tried them on with my booties but I get the feeling their not fitting. When I spoke to someone at a store, they told me that the heel of my boot should stick out about 2 fingers width. With my new fins I ordered online, the boot sticks out much farther. Could...

Hey guys, Getting back into diving and looking at wetsuits. I'll be diving in South Florida (Ft. Laud, Miami and Key Largo). Not sure whether to simply get a dive skin, a 1mm or 3mm suit. Don't want to get cold and also want to avoid rubbing up against anything that might injure me. Anyone...

I'm considering a Seadive mask. I've never heard of them and the company's site is horrible. Are they good quality masks?

Hey all, I purchased an Atomic Subframe which sealed nicely in the store. Took it into the pool and while no water got into the lens area, at the moment I lowered my head I could feel water enter the nose pocket. Blowing out cleared it but it'd fill up again. I don't think this is normal...

Anyone know who makes Evo brand dive masks and gear?

Hi all, I called SSI asking if they'd sell me a waterproof set of their dive tables. I was told they can't sell to me directly and I'd have to go into a store to buy them. The closest store is about 30 minutes away and I really can't take time to go out there to buy them. I've tried to...