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Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 08/21/2006, 02:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 473
Posted By Corruptor
:thumbsup: Rear floatation (back bladder, back...

:thumbsup: Rear floatation (back bladder, back inflate, etc.) BCD. I learned with (and bought) a jacket style, and then bought a rear floatation style as soon as I tried one. Definitely give it a...
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 07/24/2006, 08:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 458
Posted By Corruptor
I bought an off-the-rack Dive Rite dry suit. The...

I bought an off-the-rack Dive Rite dry suit. The legs are a little baggy near the bottom, so I bought a set of gator wraps. They don't keep all of the air out of your boots, but they do help.

I...
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 07/07/2006, 01:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 458
Posted By Corruptor
Good luck, and happy drysuit squeeze!

Good luck, and happy drysuit squeeze!
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 07/07/2006, 01:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 333
Posted By Corruptor
My wife had big problems finding a mask that...

My wife had big problems finding a mask that would fit until she tried one that is made for children. Smaller overall frame, and about 1/2 the cost. Also, try each mask with a snorkel or regulator...
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 04/11/2006, 08:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 883
Posted By Corruptor
I got sick of doing that, so I dumped all of my...

I got sick of doing that, so I dumped all of my first stages and bought 3 new ones, service kits and specialty tools. Service is now performed in my basement.
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 03/31/2006, 03:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,270
Posted By Corruptor
I dove out of Playa several years ago. It wasn't...

I dove out of Playa several years ago. It wasn't bad, but I'd probably go to Coz if ocean diving is your thing.

We stayed in Playa so we could dive the cenotes (cavern and intro-to-cave level...
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 03/31/2006, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 883
Posted By Corruptor
I'm a week late here, but my 2 cents on mask...

I'm a week late here, but my 2 cents on mask shopping:

When you go shopping, take a snorkle or regulator mouthpiece with you. I've bought a couple of masks that fit fine in the store, but they...
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/08/2006, 05:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 295
Posted By Corruptor
How good of a DIY'er are you, how much weight...

How good of a DIY'er are you, how much weight does it have to hold, and how far does it need to pivot and swing?

I think I've got a good idea or two for you, but I have to leave work and need some...
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/08/2006, 11:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,275
Posted By Corruptor
I second that. I do a lot of wood and plastic...

I second that. I do a lot of wood and plastic work, and the sled is one of the most useful table jigs around. Add a couple of clamps and you won't have to get your fingers anywhere near the blade.
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 03/08/2006, 11:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 724
Posted By Corruptor
I'm don't frequent salt water, but I'd guess that...

I'm don't frequent salt water, but I'd guess that a Basic Open Water certification from PADI (or the equivilant cert from NAUI, YMCA, etc.) will get you to a ton of reefs in Florida, especially down...
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 03/03/2006, 05:15 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 54,219
Posted By Corruptor
:thumbsup: My wife and I do safety /...

:thumbsup:

My wife and I do safety / emergency drills almost every time we exit. Lights out, air shares, valve shut off drills, lost line, lost diver... It's a big list.

We've had a few...
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