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It was I who mentioned it earlier. Haven't been on this thread in a while, but my now fiancee and I recently got back from a 10 dive trip in Roatan. The zena is really nice and streamlined. She loves it and got a lot of compliments on it while on the boat. Still would highly recommend for the...

Aside from weather or not you can hit ndl before gas runs out on a single rec dive, I think we can all ultimately agree that op should follow his tables/computer, plan your dive, dive your plan, ascend with as much gas as is necessary according to his profile. Better to ascend with more than...

You are absolutely correct. Your ascent time is almost entirely dependent on your depth and time at depth. The rule of thirds is for general safety. Following the rule of thirds makes it very likely that you surface with plenty of gas and within your limits. Using a single cylinder, it is...

Also, if you are going to use the mk20 on another BCD, keep in mind that you may need to add or switch out the LP Inflator Hose. The male end of the air2 differs from standard BCD power inflators. So your current set up will only work with another BCD that has an air2.

1) I would use the 30cuft pony. It might be overkill for a lot of dives. As a solo diver i dont get risky, but more security is better than less. and for your size, a 30cuft pony wont bother you at all when properly adjusted. 2)not sure what you're asking. Typically we measure the rule of thirds...

Thanks for the heads up! Do you know if the recalled caps are replaced by OMS or are they just being taken out of service and I need to find new ones?

Hi everyone. 2 questions. First can anyone ID these valves? I recognize the o.m.s. brand but cant find them specifically online or even tank valves period on the OMS website. I pulled them off of two older (1980s) LP steel 50s that someone gave me. I wanted to put them onto my HP Steel 80s...

Hey fellow CA diver! As a general rule, you want 10% of your body weight if diving a 7mm suit in saltwater on the CA coast. This is about where we start our students and of course depending on your body composition, 130cf steel tank, and any additional warming layers you may be utilizing, you...

Here's your solutions in 6 easy steps. Assuming of course that you are diving a safe conservative dive profile. Eat a good breakfast. Stay hydrated. Eat continuously throughout your dive day/between dives. Stay hydrated. Get Nitrox Certified. Stay Hydrated. =) As relaxing as diving is, it...

or you can just man up like these guys. haha =) jk jk I post for your entertainment only. Not an instructional video or in support of pounding beers underwater.

Yes sir, the reg was sealed. I think that is the only reason it lasted so long.

It is a bulky beast for sure. I think you should have no problem going passed the recommended service intervals with the ST1. The enviro sealing protects all the delicate parts even through years of abuse and neglect. If your post dive rinse/soak is thorough, you prevent that build up on the...

he was an off and on again instructor, but when he was off he was doing other diving. I'd guess 200 at a minimum dives per year, maybe up to 400. Cant say for sure, but he had a lot of classes. Atomic recommends a 2 year or 200 dive service interval in the ST1 haha

Check out the Pinnacle Apex boot. Durability and protection of a soft sole booty, but is actually a hard sole. Best part is that you dont have to buy a larger fin like you'd typically have to do when going from a soft sole to a hard sole. It's a 6mm and very comfortable. Good protection on all...

This reg wasn't "terrible" per say. It was pretty crusty which you may or not be able to tell by the quality of the picture, but the threads have quite a bit of build up on them and there is some rust on some components. This guy is a pretty avid travelling diver and hasn't had this reg serviced...

True most manufacturers switched to 2 year service intervals and a bench test during off years after Aqualung started it if I'm not mistaken. Nothing changed with the regs or kits themselves. It was just keeping up with the market. This much was admitted buy AUP.

I actually haven't dove the scubapro. My shop carries Huish products, Aqualung, Mares, Pinnacle, Henderson and Neosport. I suppose I should have inserted that caveat. I have dove all of those brands in 7mm full suit and or semi dry. My main diving spots are monterey and Lake Tahoe. So typically...

Rusty components. Filter is entirely green or discolored. Salt water corrosion stripping the chrome and exposing brass. Components such as yoke retainers, bodies, end caps, port plugs being siezed up and crusty requiring excessive torque to remove. Anything that still looks like an ancient...

I have the 7mm bare reactive. It is the warmest wetsuit I've owned. I use it comfortably between 42 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. If you're diving in about 50, stick with the 7mm. You'll be much more comfortable. I run pretty warm usually, but getting the 5mm will limit you i think. The 7mm will...

That's fair. Our shop didnt teach tech. Many of our staff were in the water enough that it seemed like much of their gear never fully dried out. Much less given thorough post dive care.