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I'm considering getting the DSS BP/W setup as my first BC. Does anyone recommend buying Halcyon webbing initially and not using the webbing the set comes with? Will this webbing be compatible with the DSS parts or should I just stick with the webbing that comes with the DSS set up. I would...

Are different brand backplates compatible with different brand wings? For example, is a Halcyon harness compatible with a DSS wing and vice versa? Just out of curiosity. I'm not sitting on loads of money but if I'm buying something that's going to last a long time I'm willing to make an...

I think you're right, an SS plate is probably best. I am in a perpetual state of cold so there are probably very few instances I will be in anything less than a 3mm. Just curious, why does having a thicker suit require more lift? I thought thicker suits provide more buoyancy?

I guess I didn't really consider that even though I am in shape that women in general have a higher body fat percentage than men, makes sense. So my assumption would be that a small stainless steal backplate is a couple pounds lighter than a regular sized one? If going with the Eclipse (but I...

I'm a new diver looking to buy my first BC. I plan on being in the sport for a long time so I don't want to buy a "beginner" BC and have to upgrade later. Right now my plan is to remain recreational but who knows what the future holds. I'm in Florida so most of my diving will be done around here...

I feel that my OW class was no where near thorough enough. I felt very unprepared for my first dive after my check out dives and I'm glad I did a refresher with an instructor. I have learned way more from reading online and from DMs. So when the DM told me to just consider the 33.5 tank as 32...

I actually paid very good attention during my nitrox class because I care about my own safety. I merely asked the DM because she was standing right there and this was my first time diving nitrox. "Safety" rounding was not presented in the Nitrox class but I understand the concept and will...

So I got my nitrox certification before my dive trip because I was planning on doing 4 dives in one day and I thought it would help extend those last couple of dives. Conditions weren't great so the first 2 dives were canceled. So now were down to 2 dives, the first one was a wreck dive 70ft to...

I love Lagunitas beer! Lagunitas sucks is one of my favorites. I hope some day to be able to come and visit the brewery.

Hello! I'm a diver and a homebrewer! I dream about traveling to California specifically to drink craft beer from local breweries! I hope while I'm over there (whenever that may be) that I have a chance to do some diving as well. May I ask what brewery you work for?

I recently bought a regulator setup that came with a 3-gauge console with a scubapro Sport. Not my ideal computer, but I'm on a budget so it'll have to do for now. I would like to transfer my dives onto my PC but it seems I will need an infrared adapter. Does anyone know if I can use just any...

I'm in a similar situation as well, I'm at the 9 dive mark as well. I recently dove with Paradise Below out of Riviera Beach and they were really great at handling my "newbie" situation. I actually signed up for a refresher course where the DM went over all the basics with me on the boat before...

Is it okay to use the regs in my personal pool with just an air tank no BC? Do I need to take off the BC hose?

I'm not a big fan of the console computer either. My plan would be to still get the Geo 2.0 in the near future and use this in the mean time. Probably set the XP-10 to gauge mode and just use the spg. I was just hoping I didn't make a mistake going with used regs. I was planning on buying new...

MK21/S560 with R095 octo, Subgear XP-10 console with SPG $550

The original warranty will be applicable, I will be the "first" owner. They were used in the pool and the ocean. The dealer is "certified platinum"

Unrelated to my original topic, but would like some experienced advice: Are demo regulators a good buy? They're from a certified dealer, about a year old, half the price as new, and includes servicing before shipment? Too good to be true or a good buy?

The deal is $200 for the computer plus USB cord. I figured this was a pretty good deal but wasn't sure if it was too good where there must be something faulty with the computer. The seller is not offering returns which concerns me as well.

Found a good price for a Geo 2.0 originally bought in 2009 on ebay. Is that going to function the same as a newly bought Geo 2.0 today?

So sound like I'm pretty sold on the Geo. I wish I could buy a Shearwater but I also need to buy a BC and regs. So here's another newbie question that I know has been debated. Which should I buy first, computer, BC or regs? I know which ones I want but can only afford to do one at a time. If I...