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Most of my instructors have been male. It had nothing to do with any physical characteristics, but rather who was assigned to the course. I signed up for most of the courses without knowing what instructor would teach it. I only took one course based on the instructor (NAUI Nitrox I), and...

That about describes me and my wife then. A guide will be found.

I'm actually very familiar with the Aquarium. I've been to Monterey several times to visit my uncle, and no trip is complete without visiting the Aquarium. Too bad I missed the GW though. Sounds like Pt. Lobos is my best bet. I'll start planning on it. Are the conditions such that...

It wasn't a mistake, it was a learning experience. :P

Chuck - Thanks for all the advice, and thanks for maintaining such a great website. I've been exploring it for info the last few days. Does Pt. Lobos have enough to hold interest for two days? And is there any chance my wife might see seals or sea otters there? (Sorry, had to ask.) If...

Sounds like the Breakwater may be a waste of time then. Although we are coming in in midweek, and will be diving on Thursday & Friday, so it may be a good time to hit it. It looks like we will be coming in on 10 January. If all goes well, we will pick up rental gear on the 11th, and be...

I notice anytime my weighting isn't balanced. I use my upper tank strap for odd weight. Works like a charm if your strap is long enough to secure the weight.

The only times I really have a problem with getting my harness on is when the boat is crowded or really rocking. Mostly the crowds will do me in. And mostly because the tank boots on most cattleboats don't accomodate the lower tank strap very well. It takes some contortions to get into, and...

Cebu, post us a pic or a link to this setup? I can't imagine getting into my bpw with it rigged like I think you are describing.

Actually just completed the DS certification this weekend. I figured people would want to see a card before they handed one over. :P Thanks for the corrected URL.

Jim, My comment about Monastery was sarcasm. I have no intentions of going there. Monastery beach is right out. That means don't even suggest it. ;)

I'm attending a small family gathering in Monterey this January, the weekend of the 13th through the 15th. My wife and I are hoping to arrive a few days early and take advantage of the local diving, but we are totally cold ocean rookies. Can anyone point me a good place to start? We are...

They advertise the upgraded one as the Aladin Tec. I don't really consider it a Tech model though. Just has a few additional bells and whistles.

You know, my wife and I both have versions of the Aladin prime (mine's the upgraded model). While it didn't list a no-fly time for me, it did list a desaturation time. We made seven dives at approx 4500' altitude this weekend. I was also restricted on my elevation, but not to 8000' - my...

Don, To be honest, I wasn't even paying attention. I was in a training environment, not diving for fun, and I didn't have a chance to talk to Stella to see what was going on. There wasn't anything posted in obvious places, I can tell you that. Oh, and the water is still cold. But not...

Kevin, Dang, I didn't see this until I got home tonight. Wish I'd met you there. I'll look more carefully next time. Had a good time though. I was with the A-1 group, in case you saw us. Drysuits rock. Can't wait to get me one.

Anyone else going to be there? My wife is taking her AOW finally. In addition, we are both getting our drysuit cards done as well, so we will be diving Friday evening and the usual Saturday and Sunday too. If you are there, come on over and say hi. I'll be driving a black jeep wrangler...

My wife and I are taking our DS courses this weekend, with the pool stuff tomorrow night. We don't have anyone local to show us the ropes, and we want to get decent with them before a trip in January. From what I've read, a course might not be necessary, but why not take advantage of the...

If you prefer to run the tables, all you need is a Uwatec Digital. That's the bottom timer you refer to. It tracks depth, time, and temps for 9 dives. Runs about $140. Way cheaper than a dive computer, but you will still be required to plan your dives on your tables. In my humble opinion...

Problem with boxers is they tend to bunch up under the wetsuit, causing painful pinching.