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So I guess though, when it comes to shutter speed (rolling vs. global shutter), is there any preference when shooting video in murky waters? As described above, how do these differences affect underwater videography? I am in the "just learning" phase, so technical or not, it's all good...

Man, our harbor seals won't get near anyone with a regulator....I'm jealous! We have to beat off the sea lions, but the seals....

Anyone have thoughts and comments about the differences (if any) between shooting with cmos and ccd sensors? I am reading that some broadcast-quality camcorders are using cmos, and was wondering if there is any difference in quality when it comes to shooting under water, especially in low-light...

Nice Brandon. Thanks for volunteering everyone else's gear and tanks: I know that the "we" really means your friends, and not yourself:D But seriously, Mr Serious, what you should bring is a drysuit at a minimum. Tanks and air we can get you. But it 'costs' extra for Canadians, now that the...

Don't get stressed because after 50 dives you are still having troubles clearing. For some folks it's just easier than others, so do not get pressured (even if self-inflicted) to descend faster than your ears will let you. Believe me, ear problems are not worth the competition on who can get...

Uhhh, looks like the ScubaToys guys postponed their event until June due to weather. Too bad; I was looking forward to the trip.

Any complaints about a once-removed Texan joining the group??? I am down visiting the folks in Houston, and read about this dive weekend being planned. As I am just visiting, I only brought the necessities, so I'd need to rent gear. Any thoughts about where I could hook into some dive gear...

Yes, I'm in Dutch Harbor. The ambient temperature isn't too bad, but the wind... Of course, you should know about "the wind" if you were stationed in Adak. Did you dive in Adak? I'd love to get out along the chain and do some diving other than Unalaska. A small group of us have been trying...

Viola! Just like you wrote. Guess I was high, or something. Thanks for everyone's input.

I noticed the leak before a dive when the regulator was charged, and the leak continued when I turned off the air. However, I didn't think to depressurize the regulator and check it again. Anyway, pescador775, I did manage to disassemble the valve to the point of removing the nut, the knob, the...

The 2 valves are made by US Divers. Thanks for suggestions on the rebuild. I think that's a good idea about keeping an extra valve or 2 around. I dive single 80s, but it's always a bummer when a piece of equipment is taken out of service.

Bought 2 used Al 80s a couple of years ago, and all has been going great. Now I have valve leaks on both bottles: a small stream of air escaping from the knob-end of the valve (on both). Is there some way I can repair this myself, or am I SOL, and need to just buy new valves? Also, I find it...

Just as a side note (and I never really thought about it until now), I do want to keep a little weight around my waist. I do 90% of my dives from shore, traversing rocky terrain. Having all that weight up high throws off my center of gravity and makes for a bit of a balancing act, not to...

I appreciate all of the suggestions. I'm just not very familiar with these tech rigs, so it's good to get a little feedback from other coldwater divers.

I have recently acquired a Halcyon Eclipse with the SS backplate. Problem is that I DO NOT like wearing a 30 lb. weight belt in addition to the bp/w. So, where to put the additional 24 lbs (30 - 6 from the SS plate)? I've read enough to know that the Halcyon ACB, outside of being...

If you do a lot of shore dives, the rock boot system gives you 'sure-footing', especially under lumbered strain. I too have the DUI CF 200. The compressed neoprene gives you the versality of dressing for various water temps. In the winter, I can bundle up for the cold bite, and in summer...

Hey, if you're still out there, I was wondering how your trip went. I plan to go Feb 06. Where did stay, and who did you dive with in Aqaba? Comments?

Yes, I've hung out with Sockeyes before. It was a shallow mask, snorkel and drysuit swim, but neat experience all the same. The mass of green and red bodies swimming about in ballet was quite spectacular. This year, I think I'm going to grab a camera for the show.

Hey, don't shoot. Just letting 'em know that there are 'other' options out there. I still bleed maroon.

Whoa doggies. One step at a time folks. Get your BS first, underwaterman. Nothing wrong with a degree in aquaculture, marine biology, limnology, ecology, fisheries sciences, etc, etc.... Keep your options open. Start with a general degree like fisheries sciences or biology. See what...