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Well, it's official, I have just become an official SDI instructor!! ;) Not without some slight humiliation brought upon myself. This was a very humbling experience too say the least. Even though I have a descent understanding of SCUBA and the physics/physiology involved, it is not as easy too...

Well, the written exam is done (95%) and the swim tests are complete.(both passed) The scuba ditch and don was a peice of cake, while the snorkle ditch and don was not so fun. Tomorrow is 2 class presentations, 2 confined presentations, and 2 ow presentations, all of which are not a real...

So, Sunday is the big day! I head to Hoods Port, Wash. for my SDI IDC, and on Thur-Fri my IEC. Hopefully, all will go well, and by this time next week I'll have passed my instructor course. This last week has been a major downfall,(caught the flu) and have not been able too do any swimming. The...

Thanks Kris, I will definately heed those words of wisdom. I will also read up on the ins and outs of the standards and proceedures. Hope things are well for you and yours. Thanks again for the awakening. Joe

I just had an issue myself. The one with the dashes is the install code(16 digits) the one without the dashes is the key code(20 digits) your email should have noted the user(probably yourself) when you click on save details it will come up with three different options, take the option that says...

Hey Kris, Since you are in the stance of NO diving for SDI divers without a computer. What would your recomendation be for dealing with that circumstance from a training standpoint? I will be talking with the NW TDI/SDI rep within the next few weeks, maybe you have some suggestions that may make...

Thanks Rob, I'll do my best!! The swims are the things I've really got too work on. I've got a two week lay off since I had lasik on valentines day, but after that I'll be back at it!!!! Thanks again for the support, and I'll be working my hardest on making the swims in a respectable pace. Joe

I believe in the theory of using the computer instead of the tables. Less chance of computer malfunction than a new student making a mistake on repetative dives on a table. Also, I've been involved in both agencies training, and feel more comfortable with the SDI format. Also, with SDI/TDI you...

Great job! Have a safe trip in Cozemel. Remember too keep your DM card hid unless you need it as a trump card. Don't bring any undo reasons for a lawsuit because you were a DM and should have known better. An advanced card should get you everything you'll need in a dive location. As a pro you...

Great job! Have a safe trip in Cozemel. Remember too keep your DM card hid unless you need it as a trump card. Don't bring any undo reasons for a lawsuit because you were a DM and should have known better. An advanced card should get you everything you'll need in a dive location. As a pro you...

Well, last year I got my SDI DM cert. In March I will be starting my instructor IDC, and by April should be a full fledge instructor. Hopefully all will go well and this will be just as painless as the DM course was.:rofl3: I'll let you all know how it goes. Wish me luck. Joe

So, after reading the info you sent a link to, it seems SDI can qualify as a teaching agency but not able too lead dives? I was thinking of working with the scouts when I started my shop, but it will be a SDI shop, and apparently won't qualify unless it were a PADI or NAUI affiliated shop...

There is another shop with the Seaquest lock in the area, and am looking for a competable brand with a full line of gear. There others out there but I'm looking for a full line as too get reasonable pricing for buying from one main line.

Oxycheq has a soft plate in a premade harness, not real stable but is an option. just wondering?

I'm looking too start a LDS and am looking for a general consensus of recreational gear. I'll also carry Oxycheq BP/wings. I also have a poll in the computers forum. THANKS for all your replies!!!!

Hard plate?

If you couldn't get a Suunto, which computer would you prefer and why?

If you couldn't use a seaquest BC, which would you prefer and why?

Hello all, I was wondering if anyone here is from the Bend, Oregon area? If so, where do you get your gear/air? Or do you go out of the area too do so? Joe

I've ended many dives early because of having too relieve myself. They say too stay hydrated, but with that comes exhaust of said fluids. My OW instructor wore a diaper, but I was taught years ago not too pee myself. Also, not real keen on the idea of stewing in my own juices. Why not a p-valve...