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    How long does YOUR tank last?

    Hi everyone, I was just wondering how long people's tanks last on average. I just want to see how I compare. I am aware that many things go into this, so dont tell me that. Lets keep it simple..Al80 air, 40ft depth just sight seeing with low current.:cool2:
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    Anyone Know of a good Fl boat course?

    I was wondering if anyone can endorse a good boating course for Fl. I see a lot of online courses, wondering if they are legit, thanks for any help posted.
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    Anyone up for weekday shore dives around Bradenton or Sarasota?

    Looking for dive buddies to either shore dive or spearfish during the week. Let me know!
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    Parking for Point of Rocks Sarasota?

    Hi, I am interested in diving the little reef that is just south of Stickney at Point of Rocks, I have never been there and could use some guidance on where to park. Thanks. Also tide information.
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    Are Bull sharks a significant hazard around Tampa Bay?

    I have been thinking about spearfishing under the Gandy bridge but wonder what the shark situation is this time of year. I know the Tarpon draw a lot of them in. Is it safe to be spearing with the gray suits around?
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    Sarasota Big Pass/ New Pass dive info?

    Hello, I was hoping to get some information on diving in Big Pass New Pass. I was told that during the week with less boat traffic its not that bad of a place to spearfish? I am not sure where would be a good entry point by looking at a map. I will be in Sarasota for a couple days and wanted to...
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    Do you dive with a snorkel!??

    Hello, I am trying to get some input on who uses snorkels and who does not. Is it safe to not dive with a snorkel? Why do people choose to not use them?
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    Where can I brush up on Boating Protocols for Florida?

    Hello, I was asked to take charge of piloting my stepfathers boat for fathers day tomorrow. I took a boating safety course about 6 years ago but havent used a boat in about 5. Does anyone know of a good online resource I can use to brush up on? Thanks.
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    How do you measure your spear gun?

    Hello, I just got my first spear gun (new) on ebay. It is supposed to be 45" long...when I measure to the tip of the spear head attached it is 44" while measuring from the very butt of the gun. Is this correct? without the spear it is only 35"ish. Thanks for the help.(google only seemed...
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    Basics of using a Drift Diving flag?

    Hello everyone, I want to start doing shoredives with some friends. None of us have done this mode of entry before and do not have experience using the floating dive flag. Does anyone have tips on entering the water and managing the flag. Where do you connect it, how...just the basics or things...
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    Bad LDS Experience.

    I became OW certified about a month ago with a LDS that was recommended. However, I actually began the certification nearly a year ago. It started when my wife and I saw a groupon for a really good deal to get certified. We both had wanted (me more than her) to get certified for a while...
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    Computer Basics

    Hello everyone, I am trying to educate myself on dive computers but I dont really know where to start. I dont trust my LDS to not try and sell me the most expensive thing they can find. I see types that go on your wrist and types in clusters.. Are there kinds that remotely monitor your air? I...
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    Can dive shallow water using a Military compass?

    I was wondering if anyone knows how well those military tritium compasses used for land nav hold up in the water. I would think they are good to at least 60ft?
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    Keeping Fish on the Line?

    I hear some people talking about Spearfishing and keeping a line of your prey with you and staying down to hunt. Is this a safe thing to do? I'm sure WHERE you do this matters. Anyone do this? And if so, where do you do this? ---------- Post added ---------- Called a fish clip right...
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    Hello from Tampa

    Hi everyone, like the title says, I am from Tampa. I am new to diving and somewhat new to Tampa also. I am a student at USF by way of the GI bill. With that said, if anyone in the area wants to dive during the week, I have an open schedule. I am very interested in spearfishing but I havent...
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