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My wife and I went to Bonaire in May (first time) when the SCTLD situation was just starting to close down sites. We managed to get a good taste of the dive options from easy (The Lake) to moderately challenging (Red Slave). Oil Slick and the other north-western most sites were ok. I do believe...

As the show host/MC, John Barrowman. He would definitely keep it moving.

I've been using the AirSource2 for 4 years; had to service the first one several times, before replacing it about a year ago. I'm now abandoning it entirely in favor of a standard inflator with a long-hose donate/necklace arrangement on a BPW setup. In theory, I think the breathable inflator is...

Fair point. I'm not a small human, so my RK3s are pretty big.

I've been diving the RK3 for about 4 years now. I'm surprised people were telling you they don't give much power.

Roatan seems to tick all your boxes, including the desire to dive sans wetsuit. Re: Cocoview, I have some personal opinions about ownership/management, however, the resort staff are absolutely wonderful, and the entire dive operation is world class. IMO, between ease of access from the US/Canada...

I also personally recommend the RK3, particularly if you wear boots. They are rugged, give phenomenal propulsion, I love the spring straps, have holes in both the tips and heels for easy rigging for shore diving/transport with a carabiner, and they feel very precise when finning in controlled...

I agree with the other commenters: if you are being 100% accurate in your statements, you should out this piece of anti-Semitic trash publicly. There are just so many options when it comes to service/support of equipment. If this person cannot separate their personal convictions from their...

This. This. And more this. Putting anything on the internet is a surefire way to both attract criticism and end up feeling like you need to insert both of your feet into your mouth. Everyone has -- and is entitled to -- their opinion about scuba gear, technique, skills, agency, locations...

I sent my Atomic Venom to these folks with my prescription information about 6 years ago. Excellent service, communication, and product! I haven't had a single issue with them since, and I'm not exactly gentle on my equipment. One thing I do notice with prescription lensing is that I need to...

Nix FIBR from your consideration, unfortunately it has become a dump and something of an eyesore. Since you're only in for a day, consider Bananarama. Diving is from panga boats, and they will get you out to the walls. They beach has a lot of options for your partner, plus some nice places for...

Buddy Dive in Bonaire might be a good choice (they have both boat dives and you can arrange shore dive DMs). Hiring a guide is going to increase your budget, so you will need to factor that in. But honestly, a LOT of the shore dives on Bonaire can be done by a newer diver without a DM without...

I don’t understand the appeal of Cozumel. The water has great clarity and current is fun, but I dove there for a week and found the reefs dead and with not much life; there are much better destinations in the Caribbean for a new 18 yo diver. Roatan (Cocoview specifically) would be my first...

That's PADI for you! Put Another Dollar In.

You may not be trolling, but you are certainly acting like a brat and this thread is spiraling. This thumbing 'rule' may NOT be documented to your satisfaction, but the 'rule' sure as hell is understood everywhere: If your buddy is clearly calling to end the dive ('thumbing'), the dive is over...

what's wrong with the "something's wrong" hand waggle, and then pointing to what's bothering you (head for headache, knee joint for cramp, stomach for stomach ache, 'he's crazy' finger for dizzy, etc.). This new signal adds nothing new to communication other than ambiguity. Agreed with the...

They are, but I do not see a way to improve that other than having the instructor take a more active approach. Take the resort example: if the student diver fails to pass OW, they still owe the money for the class and instructor time, and they do not get certification. Have you seen what...

Define 'good' and I think you will have answered your own question. :) It's been said countless times in countless ways by those far wiser than myself: certification only means that the diver demonstrated the minimum requirements required to achieve that certification. It has no bearing on...

I think it has less to do with mindset of the younger generations as you seem to suggest. There are plenty of young 20somethings who are avid divers and invested in the sport and lifestyle to be instructors (check out any Caribbean or Asia-Pacific dive destination), so I don't fully buy your...

It does sound like your 7mm wetsuit may be the culprit here. If you can try a different wetsuit maker or a thinner wetsuit (I know, BRRRRR!), it would be good just to rule it out.