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    Shoulder Inflator tearing away from wing

    I have had my Travel Wing for approx 18 months now and I have maybe 300 dives on it. The shoulder inflator is tearing through the wing shell and it's obviously not long for this world. Has this problem been seen before and is there a fix? I was hoping to get my lady the same wing as the size is...
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    Bootie Toe

    Ciao- does anyone have a home remedy solution for toenail fungus? I tend to lose a toenail every couple of years or so and for a few weeks it gets really painful. Thanks
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    Sidemount compatible with Photography?

    Was wondering whether it would interfere at all with taking u/w photos.
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    Suunto in Deco Mode

    Hi does anyone have a screenshot or manufacturer's image of a Suunto in deco mode showing ceilings and required deco time? If you could post it here or send the link, I'd much appreciate it. As an example:
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    Advanced searching

    Can someone please tell me if there is a way to search specific forums for threads> For example I want to search the Instr-to-Instr forum (only) for selected keywords. Many thanks.
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    Sea Hares?

    I recently found these 2 species while diving in the west-facing lagoon in Laamu Atoll. We have had moderate to strong SW winds for the last fortnight. I've never seen them before in approximately 100 dives which leads me to believe that they are seasonal animals. I found a few of both species-...
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    Some type of Pipefish

    Ciao- I found this in the lagoon today, and am undecided on what type of pipefish it may be... Perhaps it's wishful thinking but I'm hoping it's a 'Pygmy Pipefish' however... it may just be a juvenile of the 'Stick Pipefish' (Trachyrhamphus bicoarctatus) which is not uncommon in Maldivian...
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    NZ dive spots to feature in 'Descending'

    May pique the interest of some people... it 'aint all tropical Ellis Emmett Dives New Zealand | Stuff.co.nz
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    How much should Diver Training cost?

    A recent thread got me thinking about what people expect when it comes to learning to become a diver. Firstly we need to decide on 'What makes a diver?' For me, a diver is self-sufficient, has some experiences in a range of conditions and can perform basic rescue on themselves and their buddy...
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    Lonely Planet Best Places to Learn to Dive

    The best places to learn to dive - travel tips and articles - Lonely Planet Having worked in a couple of these areas... I don't actually agree with many of the comments but it gives a little info of diver training options around the world. This one in particular I've only seen on Koh Tao...
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    Don't touch coral poster

    Does anyone have links to pdf's on topics like reef protection, don't touch coral etc? Simplified pictures is good which is understandable without the 'language barrier'. Many regards
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    Yawning- just bored or something else?

    I've seen scorpionfish, lionfish and frogfish yawn- as if swallowing prey. Does anyone know why they do this? I've had a look on Google but haven't found any decent articles on it. This wee guy was yawning every few minutes and I have a feeling it was a reaction to stress. I was getting the...
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    Mimic octopus outside of the Golden Triangle?

    On the House Reef at about 5m. I couldn't approach withing 3 or 4 feet as it would withdraw but when given some space it would resume this position and I could see one or two legs walking over the sand. It never moved from its hole. Are there any 'Golden Triangle' divers that can tell the...
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    Shrimp ID please

    This shrimp (crab?) was found in the Maldives (Indian Ocean) on the house reef in front of our diving center. Size: body approx 15mm. Arms extended: 40mm Depth: 5m Any help much appreciated
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    Do refurbished valves take a set?

    Hi all- I received some 2nd-hand Al 80s recently from the main supplier in the Maldives. The valves were refurbished but a couple of tanks really need cranking on the handwheel to tighten- even then there is a subtle leak which means I'm puttig a reg on the tank overnight to prevent surprises...
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    Prepare to get CRUSHED

    It would be interesting to see the numbers for OW certifications for the same area in 2012
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    Moray ID help please

    Hi all- a guest found and photographed this moray on one of our reefs here in the Maldives. i have never seen one like it. Depth: 20m/65ft Length: head was about the size of your little finger. Time: approx 4pm My first reaction was it was a type of snake eel, the way it was coming out...
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    Mares MR12 IP Differences

    I have a problem reg... Mares MR12. Balanced 1st stage diaphragm. On a full tank, the 1st stage has an audible leak from the LP side, main spring.... sometimes. Then the IP swings dramatically higher. My thinking is the diaphraphm is not seating properly, allowing air to pass by, causing IP to...
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    MARES MR 12 1st stage IP adjustment

    Hi, is there a trick to getting the front cap off a Mares proton style first stage? IP has crept up but I'm lost as to how to remove the cap without potentially cracking the plastic case. I can't see where it joins or if there are tabs that need to be pressed in. Any help would be much...
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    Maldives Laamu Atoll Winter Promotion

    Laamu Dive and Surf in conjunction with Reveries Diving Village are making a promotion for this (northern hemisphere) winter. We are a small 23 room lodge located in Laamu Atoll. Laamu Dive and Surf runs snorkeling, diving and fishing trips as well as dolphin cruises and guided walks around...
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