Legends

[Trailboss123]

Do the research, and write, write, write that bio. What a great way to show someone what you think about them!

Thanks @The Chairman -- I will absolutely do that!

 

[Trace Malinowski]

Yeah, that didn't escape me, but I took the opportunity to make a point. Who knows, you and I may be written about one day in the future! We've still got some history to make before we're ready for that.

Not me. If I actually go diving I might lose my ability to hover and look good.

 

[Akimbo]

This is an excerpt from Forum Rules & Author Guidelines (bold added for clarity):

... Moderators may move selected threads into this forum in an effort to consolidate some of these "historical gems". It won’t always be practical without changing the context of posts. Please use the "Report" button to suggest entire threads that you think would be better suited here. Also, moderators may occasionally move threads to a Biography sub-forum...

Avenue of the Divers: Scuba Legends & Pioneers is the "Biography" forum. The Forum rules were written before the name forum names were finalized.

 

[John C. Ratliff]

Well Stated Trace!
@The Chairman and @Akimbo can decide, but I have a special place in my heart for a 3rd entry @John C. Ratliff
Maybe it is because he is a USAF Rescue PJ, (just like my son) and has served our country with distinction. Maybe it is because he is an Oregonian. Maybe it is because he is a badass and true waterman innovator. Maybe because I find him kind of quirky and wish he was my dad or big brother
Regardless, just want to give a shout out to John.
John: I will be up in Portland in a couple weeks for 4th of July and my son will be there also. We would both love to meet you, if possible.

Trailboss,

Wow, this is a welcome surprise. You and your son are most welcome to come over to my place. I would love to hear about you son's adventures in the USAF too. And maybe you'd like to see my collection of dive gear.

I will PM you with contact information.

SeaRat