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Thanks for the feedback everyone! I'm trying to get up to speed by searching previous posts. It takes a lot of time and isn't always pleasant to read some of the highly emotional responses. It seems that there is a lot of anti Octo/Inflator sentiment out there. Perhaps I should ditch my...

Hi guys and gals, I am considering purchasing an Inflator/Octo combo deal. Why? I don't like hose clutter and I guess it's important to have an alternate air source, right? My LDS guys have recomended the "seaquest air source", "Tusa Duo Air", and "Oceanic Air XS". Three shops carried...

Thanks! That answers my question: If the rear lens element of the 15mm (from the back of the o-ring channel to the end of the lens) is longer than approx. 1/4", it is an old style lens. The rear element of the old-style lens is so long it by-passes the TTL sensor in the Nikonos V, thus...

I understand that the newer style Nikonos lenses are designed to work with the TTL light meter on the Nikons V. The old style blocks the meter. Is this correct? If so, how can I tell the difference between the two short of attaching the lens to a Nikonos V and checking to see if the light...

I'd be happy to dive with anyone who wants to go on Lake Roosevelt! Check out this website http://www.nps.gov/laro/ Lake Roosevelt is 130 miles long! There are all kinds of diving here. Some great cliffs, deep drops, islands, waterfalls, caverns where fish hang out, shady coves, etc. In...

Thanks for doing the leg work Rick. I can't imagine there being a need for secrecy about dive sites here in the inland NW. We need to have more well known dives sites here to strenghen our dive community. Sunken towns, train wrecks, boats, slot machines, etc. are all reasons to go diving...

Hello there, It seems that every time I dive I come across at least one creature that I've never seen before. It drives me crazy trying to figure out what it is. Does anyone have suggestions on the definitive creature ID book for the kinds of things we run across here in the cold Pacific...

I was nipped by a muskrat while diving around a dock in Eastern Washington. It had built a nest under the dock and I guess I was in his/her territory. So much for "Muskrat Love", can't help but laugh every time I hear that old Captain and Tennille song. I was also "buzzed" by a beaver. I'm...

Oh yeah, has anyone tried over/under shots with the Aqualens? Can this be done with the Nikon 16mm lens and the 6" port? Thanks again :)

Thanks for the input guys! That really helps out. Does anyone know where I can buy a used 15mm lens (nikonos or Sea & Sea) other than watching Ebay? Also, can you recomend a service shop for the lens so I can have it checked out prior to diving with it? This Scuba Board rocks!

I live near Lake Roosevelt, I can see it from my house. I think this "Sunken Town" story is bogus. When the river goes down there are places where you can see old foundations, fireplaces, front steps, etc. that are high and dry. There are also many Indian artifacts, graves, tools etc. These...

Hello everyone! I've been looking for wide angle lens options for my Nikonos V this week and would appreciate any comments. Initially I was primarily interested in the Nikonos 15mm but then I ran across a deal on this Aquatica Aqualens set-up from Helix. I've searched this board's...

Hello everyone, I posted a similar thread on the general diving thread but I'm new to the board and I'm not sure where you NW divers hang out most so... I'm going on a last minute trip to Orcas Island (wedding on Monday). Can anyone advise me about some good shore dives? I've always dove...

Hello Everyone, I'm new to this board and have beeen having fun doing some searches, reading posts, and checking out some great photos! Fun! I'm going to Orcas Island this weekend on a last minute trip. Can anyone tell me about good shore dives there? It'll be my first visit to Orcas...

Hey everyone in the PNW, thought I would introduce myself. I'm Jeff. I took this pic. of my buddy Chip near San Juan Island. Orca bait? Do any of you do any freediving?