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One technique you might try for equalizing air consumption is to stay 4 -5 ft above your buddies, assuming visibility allows that amount of separation. Even a small difference in depth can make a significant difference in air use. You can always descend to check out things of interest, then...

Lobsters don't hang around long when you shine a light on them.:eyebrow:

The major problem with tech diving at that age is memory loss. Due to the critical nature of the....... um...What were we talking about?

Not to much to see snorkeling from a yak at La Jolla Shores; it's pretty much sand, sand and more sand, with the odd guitar fish, angel shark and sand dollar. La Jolla cove OTOH, is a kelp bed with lobster, garibaldi, crab, and a host of other fish, including the occasional giant sea bass. The...

A spare lobster gauge can save you a hefty fine if you lose one while holding bugs.

The advantage is that a J valve lets you experience all the thrills and excitement of a OOA event without the inherent danger. :eyebrow:

I had a pet peeve once, but it ran away. Diving is like skiing and sex, some times its better then others, but it's never really bad. Nothing bugs me enough to ruin a dive. Even the most egotistical, opinionated, self-appointed expert can be a source of significant amusement if you keep a...

I've found that there is a real diminishing return to threads that go past about 30 posts; they tend to digress into finger pointing and chest thumping. There are some exceptions, of course.

To much safety is staying out of the water. If you know the equipment you dive with, and have a rational for it, it's not to much. (although I think Orange Diver's double spear is excessive safety equipment. If you have to shoot your buddy to get his attention, and you can't get him in one...

MPAs are look but don't touch areas. The problem is balancing the need for protected areas that allow fish stocks to repopulate while leaving enough open area to serve the needs of the sport fishing industry. We have protected areas now, but many of them are isolated and to small to make a...

Did a CESA from 80 fsw when the tank ran out of gas at the beginning of the dive. Since I was only a couple of minutes into the dive, DCS wasn't a big concern. Just started swimming up and blowing out. Never really worried, mostly just pissed off. A good Idea is to time your breath holding...

Also varies with the purpose of the dive. I'll scrub a dive in less than 10 ft if I'm sightseeing, but if I'm after lobster I'll go in 5' or less.

Got 5 Saturday am at a La Jolla Reef. Viz was 10 - 15 ft. and the surge wasn't to bad, though the surf was picking up. My beach exit was less than elegant, to say the least. Usually they have moved deeper this time of year, but we haven't had any really big swells yet; I'm still finding them...

The glow of the lobster makes for a romantic dinner, better than candlelight.

You might look at rigging a lifesling Lifesling MOB Recovery System from the davit. It's easier to get into than a bosun's chair, and it floats.

Manzaniilo isn't like Coz- no drift diving and not as much coral. I haven't dove there but I snorkeled on the jetty by Las Hadras and was impressed by the number & variety of the tropical fish I saw. Water temps should be 75-80 in December.

Try these: Doc's Proplugs: The Doctor's Choice for Ear Protection They keep the water out but allow you to equalize your ears. An ENT told me to quit surfing 35 years ago because of surfer's ear, Pro Plugs kept me in the water.

you might consider Antigua. The night life is pretty good: Antigua & Barbuda: Antigua Nightlife What's On & Entertainment Guide There are some excellent restaurants; Le Bistro is one that enjoyed. (see if they still have Goats-do-Roam on the wine list) The diving on the south side is...

I originally got certified when a co-worker suggested I join him on a 2 for 1 deal. It turned out he wanted to get certified because he was hot for a girl who was a mongo diver; she dove whenever she could. It worked, 'cause they got married, and haven't been diving since. (kids. job, other...