Sidemount/long dives on Kauai

[Chad Larson]

Are there any shops or individuals that cater towards sidemount divers? I've contacted 3 shops on Kauai and all would rather rent back mount gear to me.
If anyone will be on the Kauai south shore between March 25 - April 1st, I will be looking for a sidemount buddy.

Cheers

 

[AquamanKauai]

Aloha Chad,

I've been here for quite a few years diving almost every day and have only had 4 divers over the past couple years with side-mount set ups. Tech diving is way behind here in the islands (or at least Kauai). The only Tec operations I've seen have minimal exposure and quite honestly - minimal reputations. At the same time I think you'd find a couple operators that would certainly help make side mount diving available to you. I know of at least one side mount instructor here. While I don't personally have much if any knowledge about side mounts I'd be happy to help you find what you need if I can. Let me know specifically what you are looking for and your "ideal" situation and we can at least work to make it happen.

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