Kevrumbo
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I'm so excited I'm almost literally vibrating. It's going to be a *long* year!
On the plus side, the planning and logistics is at least half the fun.
THANK YOU for all who've given hints and suggestions. Please keep it up.
R.
Buy and bring your own O2 analyzer --otherwise you will be waiting on 8 to 12 fellow Nitrox divers at both Palau Dive Adventures and Truk Odyssey (it's a nice convenience to have your own).I haven't looked for diver's insurance yet, but it's on my List Of Things To Do.
Ear drops are *always* in my kit-- I just bought another bottle last week, just to be on the safe side.
I tend towards warm-water diving and usually dive in swim-trunks, neoprene gloves (my fingers do tend to get cold), booties and a turtlefur top (warm AND keeps the bcd comfy- I have a long and short sleeve) or a shorty (depending on conditions). I have a 5mm wetsuit for slightly colder stuff or if I'm doing a penetration, but I'm considering picking up a 3mm for the trip-- I'm trying to decide if the 5mm is overkill and if it's worth it comfort-wise to spring for a 3mm.
If I dove more than two-three trips a year, I'd get an O2 analyzer, but honestly, for the amount Odyssey is charging, they can spring for one. Doing tanks off-peak works fine for me, and I don't think I can justify the price of an analyzer if I'm only going to be able to use it a few times a year.
Thanks!
R.
I use a 0.5 mm skinsuit and layer a 2mm hooded vest underneath (that is, consider layering your body trunk & core versus buying a full thickness 3mm wetsuit). 5mm is too thick and will overheat.