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+1 for Barkeeper's friend cleaning the inside of the mask. Makes it so easy and squeeky!!!

I am currently using the XS Scuba Gauge Reader Mask. Its not perfect and it still leaks some, which is due in part to the size of my nose and the hair that is below it... I have had good luck with the Mares One, but can't see past the end of my nose without cheaters. I am still on the hunt for...

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Apparently your buddies are nicer than my buddies! I have moved the transmitter to the end of a short HP hose, so it sits on my shoulder, because my arms are long, and the transmitter was having a hard time communicating with my computer. My buddies call it my Parrot...

I bought the Mares AI transmitter, and it included the "tank light" with the added benefit of changing colors as the pressure in my tank depletes.

Just donated 8 really nice dive masks to our LDS that I have accumulated over the last 2 years in search of the "Holy Grail" of masks that don't leak. I find that adding a little over pressure to buy current mask as I get deeper seems to help, as well as bikini razoring under my nose, swabbing...

Cutlassfish/Ribonfish (Trichiurus lepturus) - Here is the definition of what it is from TPWD. Atlantic Cutlassfish (Trichiurus lepturus)

I had TSA question my backplate going to Belize, I stated it was for a mild case of scoliosis, and I needed it for the airplane seat. They made me put it on and noticed it formed to my back, they then looked at each other and apologized to me for the inconvenience...

Our LDS apparently bought a truckload of DIN inserts from somewhere, and every time I want to remove the insert from the tanks the Allen key was a different size. They have Allen keys from 4MM - 10mm with some imperial thrown in. I really think they did it on purpose, because it made me buy...

You can get caught up in a lot of specialty/elective courses and drop a healthy amount of $$$. I try to look for courses that are critical to the advancement of my skill tree. (Dry Suit, Sidemount, extended range...) One thing I would suggest is to go dive with your favorite DM outside of a...

BARE is great, if you fit into a standard size. Me I'm 6'9"... I started out with a Waterproof, and then got a custom 3mm wetsuit from 7TILL8, and then realized that you can dive without a wedgey. If you have a standard body type, get a wetsuit off the shelf. If you don't mind paying up -...

Rental car - Just buy the insurance and leave the keys on the dash!!

My truck has the combination lock, so I leave my keys in the center console, lock the truck with the keypad and unlock it with the keypad when I get back. Only problem is my memory isn't what it used to be, and after a day of diving I have stood outside my truck looking really stupid trying to...

I will definitely do a burn test on the bench before I make the CR123's part of my kit! I do like the idea of traveling without a thousand different batter chargers and plug gender benders!!

I've been running the Klarus 3400 mAh. Had 3 dives at lake Travis a week ago and my DGX600 worked as my primary through the entire time 1hr 57min. When I got home I put the batter on the charger and it was at 10%. The DGX batteries wouldn't give me much more than 1hr. Thanks for the...

Our kids and myself love to dive, my wife tried it and decided it wasn't for her. We take trips that can accommodate her sitting by the pool reading while we get wet. This summer we are going to the Red Sea on a live aboard, and she is actually excited to go be a "boat mom" (she is amazing at...

Can’t eat bananas, guess I ate too much paste as a child? I do bring a bottle filled with coconut water and a splash of cranberry, or POM. It’s a great source of potassium and is quick help for hydration and cramps. I love fresh citrus, and a sandwich split between dives especially if doing 3...

I remember as kids at our local pool a neighbor offered 2 friends and me $0.50 if we would pee in the pool... From the high-dive. We all did it one after the other, immediately the pool closed, we got kicked out for the rest of the summer, and our parents had to come pick us up. The best part...