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I bought a pair of these VOIT UDT Duck Feet Fins for use in the Sea Hunt Forever dive back in March. They look great but were very stiff at first.

I haven't noticed a loss of insulation when diving my SolaFX in a 44 degree quarry. It stretches but not like my 5mm Henderson aqualock full suit that is made of the super stretchy material. It is the most comfortable suit I have ever worn but it does get compressed more than other suits at...

Go try it on first. I bought a Solafx last year for diving in the local quarry and really like it. I'm don't match up with the size chart and the suit was able to stretch appropriately where needed (chest & thighs). I think you will like the freedom of movement that a one piece suit will give...

+1 on the Mares Quattro plus choice. Good luck, Mike

I have size 13 feet and finding a decent and comfortable fin was challenging for me. I found the biggest Mares Avanti Quatro worked great with a 5mm Scubapro XXL boat soled boot or a thick soled 7mm Aqualock boot. I have the ones without the spring straps and they are easy to get on and off for...

Great video! Your editing is fantastic. What software do you use? Someday my videos will look like yours and Swim Jims. Thanks for sharing, Mike

Just as others have said, suits can vary a lot from manufacturer to manufacturer. I have a XXL 5mm aqua lock which has the super stretchy neoprene. It fits me very well (52" chest). When I wanted something for colder water, I had to go up to a 3XL Aqualung Solafx and it's tight around my...

I have both the Scubapro frame-less and the Oceanic shadow frame-less. I usually get a little seepage from the stash but nothing to worry about. I have a big melon so finding a mask that fits has been a challenge. I was able to score the Scubapro from the bay for a quarter of the price...

I'm also a larger diver (6'3" - 275) and I wore a 3mm wet suit vest in the pool. You don't want to buy something that you won't get use much use out of and the vest was an easy choice for me. If you decide to purchase a full suit down the road, look at/try on the super stretchy suits. You won't...

John, I'm a big fan of Mermet and always looking for someone to dive with. I work M-F and try to get down there early on Saturdays. Kit (California Pilot) is another local guy that likes to dive Mermet when he has the time. PM me when you want to go and maybe we can make it happen. Mike

Like others have said, air consumption is influenced many different actions. You need to get a "normal" set-up established and enjoy the dive. You will get into a normal routine of checking air and as you get more dives in, get a feel for how much you use. If you have access to a pool, that...

I had/have the same problem. Some of the hoods that fit my neck were then TOO big for my head (and I have a big melon). I found that the Aqua lock hoods were the solution for me. They are pricey but I was able to find new ones on the "bay" for less than full retail. I have both a 3mm and 7mm...

As many others have suggested, learn to dive and be comfortable in the water first. I decided on a GoPro and really like it. It's so simple to use and as everyone else has stated, if you keep it properly maintained, it will perform. I find myself not taking it on my first dive. This helps me...

This is great feedback. Thanks. The octo worked fine while the primary was free flowing so it was the second stage. I tried fast inhales and was banging it on my hand too. I thought about kinking it but figured that it wouldn't work. Putting my thumb over the mouthpiece only sent the air out...

My SPG was close and attatched with a retractor. looking back, there should have been no reason for me to not have checked it. My reg was spewing and my first thought was to get to or near the surface. I thought I was slowly ascending but was concerned that it wasn't slow enough. I don't think I...

I had some key learnings last week when my reg started free flowing at 100 feet at Mermet Springs last weekend. My buddy and I were looking for some items that I had dropped (like a knucklehead) near the deep dock. Our plan was to descend to the nearest platform (85ft) and then follow a compass...

Nice job! You did better than I did with your bouyancy/breath control on my first open water dives. It gets easier but your weighting is critical. You need to keep track of your air consumption by checking your guage often. Too many people don't get in the habit of checking their air often and...

Search the VDH site for running the hoses through the washer with some bleach. It will do a great job cleaning them as long as they don't have any cracks. Enjoy your reg! I'll bet that it won't be your only one. Mike

Thanks, I'll get in touch with Glen. He runs a great operation down there. Mike

I'm looking for a buddy to dive Mermet this weekend. I'm in Illinois (outside St. Louis). I have been there before and it's a great place to dive.