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    Regulator failure on a solo deco dive

    I have the same issue with my DIN reg so always carry an allen key to tighten it if needed. I can usually hear mine leaking when I open the tank. Since I'm aware of the problem I put my ear close to the 1st stage to listen. My wife has the same brand/type of regs and it never happens to hers.
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    Back Inflate vs BPW

    My BP and wing are modular and simple. Harness is just webbing and some replaceable hardware. Backplate is HOG aluminum and wing is 19 lb Deep Six. I also have a 30 lb Dive Rite wing and a SS plate for cold water diving. I was going to leave it as one system with switchable components but...
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    More on Malta verdict

    A really good analysis. The defendant would have been well served to have Mr. Locke as an expert witness in this case.....as would the court.
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    Socorro Aggressor shut down

    There are at least two threads talking about all the recent issues with Socorro Agressor with a call for the parent company (actually a franchiser) to do something. Now that Agressor have apparently done something we get more, but different, complaints on Scubaboard. I've never been on an...
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    Snorklers unite!

    Snorkelers from Splash Dive in Placencia, Belize go out in the same boat as divers, at least they did when we were there. Snorkelers are dropped off at a caye. Divers return to the caye after the first dive for a hot lunch, with snorkelers. Divers do second dive, pick up snorkelers and return...
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    stern gun

    What are their plans for it? Do they have funds for restoration and conservation?
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    Jupiter dive crew convicted of stealing fishing gear

    What are the sharks used for?
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    Planning a trip to Indonesia? - Watch out!

    Sounds like your OK if it's just you and your spouse traveling to Indonesia....just don't bring any other, "close", relatives with you.😁
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    Socorro Aggressor?

    I understand that the Aggressor boats are franchises. I'm just wondering how much latitude the franchiser has to force changes and fixes.
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    Question Driving down Baja with small boat for diving

    Just wondering where this happened to you. Outside of the more populated areas like San Jose del Cabo I've seen very few police on the Baja.
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    Snorkeling around Cabo Pulmo

    If she wants a quiet area to snorkel she should go to Los Frailes. It's a sheltered bay just south of Cabo Pulmo. The northern end is a rocky point with decent sea life. You'll need a vehicle to get there.
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    Snorkeling around Cabo Pulmo

    Who are you diving with?
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    Snorkeling around Cabo Pulmo

    Yes there are good snorkeling tours in Cabo Pulmo. Just go down to the dive boat/shop area and pick from one of several of the operations. The Jack's are schooling right now and are often near the surface so a snorkel tour (from a boat) is the way to go.
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    Ground lamb kabobs

    Are you going to make the spice ?
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    Coron coral and fish quality?

    Coron wrecks do have some unique sea life, both flora and fauna. I prefer Anilao or PG for both, though. Not sure if you can do a day trip from Anilao to PG, but it's likely you can. I'd check with your Anilao dive operator. It is less expensive to stay in Sabang Beach/PG than Anilao, so you...
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    Coron coral and fish quality?

    Diving at Coron is pretty much about the wrecks and some are deeper than you may want to go, although they are within recreational limits. Anilao is good for both coral and muck diving. I'd consider Puerto Galera/Sabang Beach if you're planning on being in Luzon and you like coral/pretty fish...
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    Question Favorite dive operators in the greater Cabo area?

    Not sure specifically where you plan to dive but am most familiar with the Cabo Pulmo area. Although you couldn't dive from your boat in the marine park you could, technically, dive outside the park. The dive boats that are used in the area are 20 to 30 feet with outboards ranging from 100-200...
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    Maltese court convicts dive buddy

    It must be a real burden to be right all the time because you have to go to such great lengths just to prove it to everyone else.
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    Maltese court convicts dive buddy

    This was also emphasized in my Wilderness First Responder course and in all the recertifications. You always make sure that the situation is safe before you tend to or rescue someone else.
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    Maltese court convicts dive buddy

    Cabo Pulmo in the Baja, Mexico. You have to be with a divemaster licenced by the National Park.
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