Search results

  1. Barnaby'sDad

    Jacksonville Used Scuba Gear Sales

    Has anyone in or around Jacksonville dealt with the instructor that has this listing? It looks like the same person has a few ads. SCUBA DIVE EQUIPMENT: Tanks, Tanks, Tanks!! - sporting goods - by... I know someone that will be in the area and I’m wondering if it would be worth diverting them...
  2. Barnaby'sDad

    Subaru Outback ( ~2019 2.5 vs 3.6)

    Looking at getting a Subaru Outback. I’ve driven two...a 2.5 premium and a 3.6 limited. I liked both, but I liked the 3.6 more. For anyone that has one or the other...what are your thoughts? The perks of the 3.6 seem to be less engine noise in the cabin and more power (duh). Any buyers remorse...
  3. Barnaby'sDad

    Help Please: Pinnacle Wetsuit Sizing (Polar M8) for a big guy?

    I’m currently wearing a Henderson Thermoprene Pro 5mm in 5XL. I’m 6’3”, 295 lbs, wear 42” pants, and have a 48” chest. I bought it when I was at ~330lbs. Having lost some weight, I’m no longer anywhere near as cold tolerant as I was. I previously wore the 5mm all winter. I want to go to a...
  4. Barnaby'sDad

    Steel Tank Condemned: Cracks in Threads?

    I recently purchased a pair of used HP steel tanks. The last vis for both tanks was in 2019, so it hasn’t been long since they were inspected previously. Both tanks were filled, but I went ahead and dropped them off to get inspected just to be on the safe side. One will be getting condemned due...
  5. Barnaby'sDad

    Scuba + Dinosaur = Scubasaurus (Craigslist Find)

    I was perusing Craigslist...looking for nothing specific and happened upon this little guy. I am now the proud owner of a Scubasaurus.:rofl3: This was made for the Downtown Dino Days 2002 in Delaware. There are a couple of different models on eBay, but I don’t see any of this particular one for...
  6. Barnaby'sDad

    Cave Adventurers 360* Swivel: Thoughts?

    I’m thinking about getting one of these for my primary second stage. Just curious what the word on these swivels is...I searched “Cave Adventurers” in the title and didn’t see any reference to them here. It looks like they come with an extra set of O-Rings. What is the service interval? Thank you.
  7. Barnaby'sDad

    Closed HOG D3, HOG Zenith (2), and Edge-HOG 2 Gauge Console (Northern Virginia)

    HOG D3 DIN, HOG Zenith x2 (Smoke), Edge two gauge console, and LP inflator. Reg bag and DIN cap included. $265. Purchased new in the fall of 2018. I used this as a complete single tank set for ~30 dives. Used the 1st stage and one 2nd for a pony bottle for another ~15 dives. The two gauge...
  8. Barnaby'sDad

    Spool for ~100' Dive? (looking on DGX Website)

    For deep-ish (by recreational standards) dives in areas prone to strong current...which spool on DGX would you go with that has 120'+ of line (leaning more towards 150'+)? Bonus points for not having a dinky little center hole (ex. OMS ABS Plastic Finger Spools), as I have large fingers and...
  9. Barnaby'sDad

    Millbrook Quarry: Recent Visits/Condition Reports?

    Has anyone made it to Millbrook Quarry recently? Just curious what the visibility and temperature were like. I'm toying with the idea of going there Saturday morning. I'd like to get a dive or two in, but I'm not looking to drive all the way down to Phoenix this weekend.
  10. Barnaby'sDad

    New BP: Swap over W from existing BP/W or buy another W?

    I've currently got a HOG steel backplate with a HOG 32lb wing and their "deluxe" harness. I decided to put together a new BP/W to go to a lighter BP and a one piece/Hogarthian harness. Options: 1. Swap the wing and tank buckles from current BP/W and have one complete BP/W. 2. Get another...
  11. Barnaby'sDad

    Closed Henderson Men’s 3mm Full 5X

    Looking for a Henderson Men’s 3mm Full in 5X. Edit: Purchased one today.
  12. Barnaby'sDad

    Logging Shallow Dives? ex. Rivers

    For the purpose of counting towards the 100 dive requirement for solo certification courses...do shallow open water dives (ex. Rivers) count towards that total? By shallow...I'm talking ~10'. There's a decent current and the visibility tends to suck, so there is some value in diving...
  13. Barnaby'sDad

    Cooper River Diving...Recent Reports?

    Any recent dive reports on the Cooper River? I've done a lot of searching around here and youtube the past few days, but I don't see any recent reports. I mailed off my application for a hobby license today. I'll be in Myrtle Beach later in the month and diving for a couple days there. I'm...
  14. Barnaby'sDad

    Free Hotel Room in Orlando, but lengthy drive to each dive site...

    Would you do it? The GF has a work trip to Orlando this summer. I am welcome to tag along. My question for you...would you consider staying in Orlando (free room) and driving ~2.5 hours to the closest diving spots (ex. Venice Beach, Jupiter, West Palm Beach, etc.) to save ~$100/day for hotel...
  15. Barnaby'sDad

    Fin Size? (Size 13 w/soft sole)

    For a size 13 soft sole boot...should I go with the XL size fins? Thank you.
  16. Barnaby'sDad

    Closed: HOG 5lb Weight Pockets

    Does anyone have a pair of HOG 5lb Weight Pockets in good condition that they'd be willing to part with? Edit: Lined-up a pair of weight pockets. Thank you.:cheers:
  17. Barnaby'sDad

    Lake Winnipesaukee Diving?

    Anyone diving Winnipesaukee these days? Searching post and thread history, It's been years since a thread has popped up. If I can make it up that way this summer, I'd like to make a couple dives. Just curious if there's any updated information out there. Ex. The good shore diving spot (McKinney...
  18. Barnaby'sDad

    Saturday (4/6): Lake Phoenix or 'x'?

    Is anyone interested in hitting Lake Phoenix or somewhere else in the area (ex. Millbrook) this Saturday (4/6)? If so...let me know.
  19. Barnaby'sDad

    Nitrox Fills (Northern Virginia): Shortest Turnaround Time?

    Where do you go for your Nitrox fills? Do any shops in the area offer on the spot/same day fills? Thank you.
  20. Barnaby'sDad

    Weight Question: 3mm Short + 3mm boots vs. 5mm full + 5mm boots + 5mm hood + 5mm gloves

    Due to some gear changes, I did a pool session a couple weeks ago to start to get an idea of where I need to be (weight wise) for freshwater. Warm fresh water setup- HP100, 3mm shorty, 3mm boots, BP/W w/ steel backplate, and STA (maybe 1lb). Additional weight required...zero pounds. Cold...
Back
Top Bottom