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  1. macado

    PETG longevity underwater?

    Does anyone have any real-world experience with PETG longevity for parts underwater? I'm mostly concerned about cave markers (arrows / cookies) that live permanently in the cave system. A friend and I pulled out some old 3D-printed arrows/markers out of a cave system (that were approximately...
  2. macado

    Extreme heat and temporary scrubber storage

    I'm sure that I will regret posting this but last weekend on the dive boat we had a debate about temporary scubber storage conditions and heat. A few of my dive buddies have been trained and have gotten in the habit / routine of immediately taking their scrubbers out of their rebreathers and...
  3. macado

    For Sale Hollis (Oceanic?) USB cable

    I dont know if anyone still needs one of these before I toss it out I figured I would check. I believe it is is Hollis USB cable for DG01 / DG02 / DG03 computer. It may also fit Oceanic and Aeris compatible computers. I was originally using it with a Hollis DG02 computer...
  4. macado

    Cenote Xulo to Caterpilla Traverse

    Last weekend I finally made it to Cenote Xulo which part of Sistema Caterpillar. Beautiful cave, it was my first time diving this system. The facilities and property are well kept and maintained which is nice. The owner (I think) seemed friendly. Easy access road, bathroom/changing room...
  5. macado

    New Seacraft Go! DPV

    Anyone see this yet? New travel / budget scooter from Seacraft. The Seacraft Go! If I didnt already own 2 Blacktips I would buy this in a heart beat. For an additional ~800usd you get something smaller with much better engineering. https://seacraft.eu/products/scooters/go/#go-specification...
  6. macado

    Free Predator (Arnold Jackson scooter) DPV (Gavin clone?)

    Does anyone want this ancient DPV? It was given to me for free with a pile of other gear otherwise it was going to be thrown in a dumpster. I was going to hang it up in my garage or do something with it. I hate to see stuff like this thrown away but I realize it's not really worth anything...
  7. macado

    Best macro lens for A6400 + Ikelite housing?

    I'm looking for a good macro lens for my camera. I'm currently shooting with an A6400 and the Sony 10-18mm lens for wide angle wreck photography. I've also got the kit lens 16-50mm which I've never used. I'm looking to upgrade to a macro lens and associated flat port this winter for my Ikelite...
  8. macado

    Sofnolime or Intersorb Availability and Prices?

    What are people paying for Sofnolime or Intersorb these days? It seems like I used to be able to get it for ~$150-160 a keg but it looks like the price has been raised significantly. It seems like everyone is out of stock right now. They're probably all waiting for it on the same shipment. I...
  9. macado

    Question Defender CCR head connector source?

    Does anyone know the source or manufacturer of the head connectors used by the Defender CCR head? I want to make a Defender secondary monitor to 4-pin AK connector cable used on the newer Shearwaters computers.
  10. macado

    Wanted Looking for Hammerhead / Defender Head

    I'm looking to purchase a spare Hammerhead / Defender head if anyone has one they want to let go off. I don't care what it has for electronics.
  11. macado

    Question Key West fill operators for LP tanks

    I'm sorry if this has already been answered before but I looked a little bit didn't find anything recent. Are there any Key West fill stations/operators that will do a slight cave fill on double LP85s. Looking for banked 32%. I'll make sure everything is in hydro + visual since I know the...
  12. macado

    On this week's episode of "Is this a shore dive?" - Burlington Horse Ferry

    On this week's episode of "Is this a shore dive?" our target was the wreck of the Burlington Bay Horse Ferry in Lake Champlain. Although it's usually reserved as a boat dive the Horse Ferry is probably the easiest and most beginner friendly wreck that is commonly dove in Lake Champlain. The...
  13. macado

    Favorite Handheld Light Under ~$600

    Anyone want to give some real world recommendations on current handheld primary lights? I'm basically looking for a good travel light for cave diving in Mexico and warm water technical diving. Basically a handheld light for warm and clear water that I can use a primary light or even a backup...
  14. macado

    How long should a housing hold a vacuum?

    Apologizes for the stupid question but I'm still fairly new to mid-range camera housings. I've always used crappy point and shoots and never bothered with a vacuum port but I recently purchased a Sony A400 with an Ikelite 200DLM/A Underwater Housing and DLM 6" Dome Port. I installed a Vivid...
  15. macado

    Defender CCR with SG-1 electronics - Opinions?

    Does anyone want to give me the no bullsh*t opinion on the Defender CCR with SG-1 electronics? I'm looking for people with personal experiences on the unit although I'm happy to hear opinions on Hammerhead / X-CCR as I realize they're mostly same platform with difference electronics. I...
  16. macado

    Trip Report Diving the Queen of Nassau (230'/70m) with Horizon Divers.

    Here's a video from yesterday's dive on the Queen of Nassau. Formerly (Canadian Government Ship) CGS Canada, which was one of the most influential ships in Canadian history. The steamer CGS Canada was built in 1904 and became the first armed, steel-hulled cruiser owned and operated by the...
  17. macado

    Anyone used the Divesoft DSV?

    Just looking for opinions / information. Has anyone used the Divesoft DSV? Thoughts? I was tempted to pick up a Golem DSV which seems a lot of people use but I'd like to get it by the end of 2023 or possibly this century. The Divesoft one looks well engineered, one handed operation to...
  18. macado

    Ikelite 200DLM/A Housing (Sony A6400) past 200'+?

    I know the answer unfortunately is probably buy the Nauticam housing but has anyone taken their Ikelite 2000DLM/A Housing for the Sony A6XXX series past 200' (60m)? I know it's rated on paper to 200' but I occasionally have a need to photograph/video in the 250' (~76m) range. Just looking...
  19. macado

    Lost Paddlewheels of the Phoenix (Lake Champlain) - Sank 1819

    Just when you think everything has already been found in Lake Champlain she continues to give up more fascinating pieces of history. The Phoenix was an early sidewheel paddle steamer that was built in 1815 by Lake Champlain Steam-boat Company at its shipyard in Vergennes, Vermont. She was the...
  20. macado

    The Mule Wreck in 185-190ffw (Lake Champlain)

    This is a really interesting and spooky wreck that I got to dive last Friday. The Lake Champlain Maritime Museum (LCMM) calls it the "The Mule Wreck" (Wreck EE) due to the large presence of animal bones (mule, horse or cow?) on the deck. Standard Canal Boat "Mule Wreck" (Wreck EE) - Lake...
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