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I was leaning towards the wrist mount but have seen people use the console one but wasnt sure about because i have seen them dangle down look like it may affect trim. If I would go to a wrist mount would a computer with a compass integrated into them what would be the one to lean towards?

I am looking to get a compass for diving. I have used them in College (Geology Major) and comfortable using them and keeping bearing with them. I have not taken a Nav course but plan to once the weather gets better and the water gets warmer. I was wondering from different people what the benefit...

I am thinking of going with a Stainless Steel backplate since I dive with a 7/5 wetsuit plus hood and gloves. Thinking that with that I could cut down on some weight that I would have to wear. Are all the SS backplates the same weight or are there some variation in weights of them from company...

I am looking to build a BP/W this year and not sure were to start with the build of it. My biggest concern is that do I need to get a Single Tank Adapter for it or do cam bands work on it without the STA? I have been looking at a Hollis build but I am open to anything that anyone would like to...

Im 22 and started diving when I was 19. But I lucked into taking a class in college and it help cut down the initial costs of everything. I agree with the money aspect of it and not having it to go out and dive with. I believe another factor is trying to find a buddy to dive with that you are...

I know this forum has a lot to do with diving jobs in teaching for DMs and OWSIs, but I was wondering if anyone has heard of diving jobs that need a Geologist. I am graduating this next year and I love diving and geology and would like to combine them if I could. I have found somethings on line...

My goal for diving is to at some point is to become cave diving certified. I know that you have to log a butt load of dives before you can take the classes. So here is my request from current cave divers. What type of classes and skills should I take and have mastered by the time that I want to...

I never did much research into what organization i wanted to get certified by. I saw that the university i am in had a scuba diving class and i took it to discover scuba and to get certified if i could. The instructor was with PADI and that is who i certified with. I did not know of any other...

Im sure many of new divers have questions about buying tanks online whether it is from a scuba specific website or from someone who might be happening to sell their tanks. I am making this thread and hoping that people will post what they have learned about buying tanks online and some do's and...

Thank you all for your input. Becoming a PSD is one of my goals in diving and i hope to become one once i am done with college. But right now i am trying to devise a plan on how to get PSD training and join a PSD dive team as well. This next year i am planning on joining my local VFD so when i...

I was given a a nasal spray from my family doc. they said that it would help drain the fluid by shrinking the nasal passages and allowing the tubes in my ear to open up. It has seemed to help but there have been times through out the day that the muffledness comes back to my hearing...

I was making this thread in hopes that some people will post some of the wreck diving that they have done inland either both USA and internationally as well. If anyone has any good wreck sites dont hesitate to post them.

When planning to become a PSD what type of training does one need to pursue? I am starting to plan out what direction I want diving to take me. This next year I am getting my AOW and Nitrox certs and I have also been looking at trying to fit in a Diver Rescue and Accident Management class as...

thanks. I was just trying to see if anyone else has had this issue before and if it had hindered them in diving in any way. I plan on going to an ENT soon before I start putting money down on advance training for the summer. Thanks for the input

I have been having some ear issues and recently got some treatment for them but it has not fully healed it. When I went to the doctor they said that I have fluid behind one of my ear drums, resulting in a muffled hearing from my one ear. This issue started before I started diving last season. I...

I know there are a lot of wreck diving on the ocean. however there are some people who cant afford to go to the ocean and go wreck diving. Does anyone know of any good wreck diving here in the US with out going to the ocean e.g. Lakes, Rivers etc.

UPDATE: Price now $160

I have a Genesis Phantom BCD weight integrated for sale. Size Medium. I am 6'1" 160lbs and it fits me fine. It has about 15-20 dives on it in both fresh and salt water. Im asking for $200, but willing to negotiate. PM me or email me at rcramer13@gmail.com for pics and any more information. Thanks

TSwain those videos are really good. im just looking into this so i can show my dives off to my buddies and family. the info that you all have given me helps me in my decision of getting one. i just now have to save up my money to buy one.

for wetsuit and for use in colder temperatures below 70-65. i went to the dive shop in my area and they do not seemed interested in trying to sell me anything or to help out at all anymore so im trying to reach out to someone that has the knowledge and cares about trying to help me out.