Sounds like some are used to not doing things for themselves. I see a bit of this from the people who take classes so they can do one dive on their honeymoon, vacation, etc. After first night on scuba I do not set up student's gear. I do not allow parents, husband, boyfriend, etc to set up student's gear. Self sufficiency is the name of the game. If a smaller person has trouble with the cam band then maybe an extra hand is ok. I don't allow anyone to touch my gear at any time no matter where I am. I don't want a hand holding guide in the water. Tell me where the stuff is, give me compass headings, and leave me alone to dive MY plan. I strongly suggest to my students to do the same if they feel comfortable diving that way. I try to train them so they do. If they want a DM starting out or in a new area fine. But set up your own equipment, carry your own gear, and wipe the snot off your nose yourself. I'd be a nervous wreck letting others set up my stuff. There would always be the nagging question of what did they screw up?
I'd dive with Chris's op any day. I just have not made it back to the keys since we went to Bonaire. And it might sound crazy but I like the keys better. Only one wreck in Bonaire. Lots in the keys. Maybe next year. Especially since I know he rents doubles and does mix.
I'd dive with Chris's op any day. I just have not made it back to the keys since we went to Bonaire. And it might sound crazy but I like the keys better. Only one wreck in Bonaire. Lots in the keys. Maybe next year. Especially since I know he rents doubles and does mix.