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  1. Dive Alaska

    Truk Lagoon trip December 4-11th 2011

    We are pleased to announce our truk lagoon trip december 4th - 11th 2011. We'll board the Truk Odessy for a week of wreck diving both technical and recreational. Join us for an unforgettable trip through the history of WWII shipwrecks! email: info@divealaska.net or call (907) 770-1778
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    Truk Lagoon trip December 4-11th 2011

    We're proud to announce our upcoming trip to Chuuk! We'll board the Truk Odessy on December 4th for a week-long wreck diving trip! This is our second trip, and if you haven't been to Truk before, come see how amazing this place is! We have support for recreational divers as well as technical...
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    New Dive Club

    Alaska Underwater Explorers is recruiting new members! We are a group of recreational, social, technical, and scientific divers who share a passion for the aquatic realm. We meet every first wednesday of the month, sometimes for a meeting, workshop, or dive event. We welcome divers of all...
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    Interesting what you find when you come up for a breath!

    Gabe, You've been a certified diver for a while now, I hope you've gotten a couple of dives in :-) We're transitioning to Smitty's cove in Whittier so feel free to join us some time for a couple of dives!
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    What size cylinder should I buy?

    You actually eluded to your own solution right in your original question! Your trim (bottom heavy) problem is probably more a function of your BCD than your tank. A BP/W will allow you to trap gas along the full length of your tank and buoy up your feet. You should be able to trim out an...
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    I need help choosing a wetsuit online

    "Shorty" wet suits are problematic for a couple of reasons. First, the overall "density" of your lower body is greater than that of your upper body because there are no air spaces (lungs) in your legs. The result is that most divers find their legs dropping in a shorty suit. With the additional...
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    Stability of BP/W?

    Actually, the strength of the wing is that you can distribute gas anywhere in the wing in order to maintain trim/balance. The reality is, if you're diving a single tank, AND properly weighted, the amount of gas should really be very minimal. When photography is the objective, I find that with...
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    Do instructors not like to sell BP/W?

    I just wanted to congratulate you for thinking on your own, and coming to the logical conclusion that the "mainstream" equipment which is marketed to the masses might not be the right choice for you. Personally, I teach all of my open water classes in a BP/wing and I find that my students learn...
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    Tech I and Fundies in Alaska!

    Thank you for the kind words! We do feel fortunate to have a whole butt-load of tech I diving up here :-) Best wishes!
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    WTB: Halcyon Eclipse Setup (SS BP, Harness, Wing)

    I got a pioneer 36 with stainless backplate with MC storage pak for $450 + shipping. I was only dove 4 times and looks like new. The pioneer is the first generation single tank wing, no inner bladder, just a coated nylon wing.
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    Tech I and Fundies in Alaska!

    Update...The first tech I course scheduled in Alaska is full. We are pleased to announce a second tech I course the week of August 24th.
  12. Dive Alaska

    Tech I and Fundies in Alaska!

    Anyone interested in GUE tech I may apply for a class in Alaska with Richard Lundgren. Also, fundamentals classes are frequently scheduled in Anchorage with Dive Alaska with Scott Anderson. Call or email if interested.
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    Cold water Wetsuit boots

    I dont dive wet, but I did compare the "merino" lined Pinnacle hood with others and I never realized any advantage with this lining. To the contrary, I wondered if the "fuzzy" lining worked against me by allowing water exchange into the hood. I think there is merit to the "smooth skin" when...
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