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Another vote for Prescription Dive Mask. Great people, fast, quality service. I sent them a Cressi-sub Matrix mask.. The best mask is one that fits.

Yup.. Have used a Seaquest pro for a few years.. It is 100% reliable.. comfortable, very sturdy and has never given a day of trouble for hundreds of dives in all kinds of conditions. On the down side.. it is bulky, heavy, and the integrated weights sometimes make the BC unwieldy.. Moving to...

Lipstick.. blush.. mascara.. eyeshadow.. On the boat? You've got to be joking.. I always use conditioner and a hood.. even when doing pool work or diving the tropics.. A Henderson ,fleece lined, "skin" thickness hood. Mostly to keep my long dark very curly hair out of the way.. also to...

I'm not petite.. but have experience diving while being mindful of my low back. Proper fitting equipment.. fins.. bcds.. tanks.. it's possible to get quality properly fitting equipment in petite sizes.. Protecting your low back.. strength AND flexibility.. of not only your back.. but your...

A checkout before your first dive protects everyone.. against those unable to perform the most basic, essential, skills. Weeding out the inept.. hopefully to a refresher in the pool.. reduces emergencys & rescues on the open water.. better for the operator.. better for the dive masters.. and...

several thoughts.. 1) Giving enough time so you don't feel rushed.. 2) Use a cart to haul gear.. tks especially... from the car to the boat.. 3) Diving Nitrox took away a lot of fatigue 4) weight training 2x week 5) Staying fully hydrated.. even though this means hitting the head both before...

As others have said.. Discover SCUBA gives you a taste of diving without certification.. If you get hooked.. you can always do your classroom & pool sessions at home.. and do your checkout dives & more in Cozumel.

I had back surgery several years ago.. After trying several BC's in the pool.. the Seaquest pro felt most comfortable with the scar tissue. I don't think the BC itself provides a great deal of support.. It's important the BC is properly fit.. and to use care from the time you get geared...

I keep suits just for working with classes in the pool.. Be very wary of suits not long for this world... wardrobe malfunction ?! :eek_2:

Lots of good advice so far in this thread.. I too advocate experience over numerous certifications.. but check with your dive operator, some may require AOL for deeper dives. The good news is you're diving is in May... and you're diving weekly locally.. so you MAY be ready.. If not, the 80'...

I wear cheap one piece suits in the pool.. Either Costco or end of year sale.. The chlorine ruins the suit no matter what.. I like full coverage tankinis for open water, where I usually dive dry.. I like both LL Bean and Lands end.

in addition to the answers above.. I pack one bathing suit, short & tee in my carry on.. Also bring a small first aid & med kit.. sudafed, imodium, motrin, bonine, antacid.. band aids, steri-strips, antibiotic cream, a broad based antibiotic, roller bandage, tape, colloidal silver, tweezers.

NJ Wreck diving Rocks !!!! Plenty of charters to the Reef.. Lots of wrecks in the shallow end (70 -90 ft) of the pool.. Let any area dive shop or boat know you are new to NJ diving & they'll point you in the right direction. Most boats start regular charters in May.. Dutch springs will get...

Depends on dives you're planning on. Notice you're from Brooklyn. If you're planning on lobstering, hunting, or digging off the wrecks, the shoulder valve is out of the way, although you need to use a little care getting into your rig..

I'm in the same boat.. Crazy work schedule... left over vacation to burn.. Going to Belize next week on the Nekton.. Direct flight from EWR.. Hotel pickup.. Got a great rate with the last minute reservation. Good Luck !!

It's great you want to buddy with your blind friend.. I suggest increasing your own dive experience. Not only with classes.. but increasing your dives. If it were me.. I would research into diving with disabiliites and take training with my friend so you had experience together in a...

I use one larger bag and one carry on. In my carry on, my reg, computer, a mask (prescription), a bathing suit, my log book, one pair of shorts & shirt. The larger bag has wheels a handle..Used lands end in the past.. just bought the high sierra bag recommended here for a Belize trip in a...

DAN Standard Plan is $25; Master Plan $35.. which is what I recommend. If you can't afford DAN Insurance, you can't afford a helicopter & chamber ride.. It's the best deal going. Dive Safe !!!

I switched from AL80 to Steel 100's this year... 5'10".. NJ diver.. (colder, deeper, dry suit diving) Love them now.. but trim & weight adjustments were needed.. spent a day playing at the quarry first.. I was glad I did Dive with rental steel tanks before buying.. see what works for you...

Avoid Dacor & Mares.. parts are a nightmare... ScubaPro MK25/G250HP is a workhorse.. not their newest model.. works well in colder water.. Choose a brand where you have access to a local rep for service & repairs..