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I was supposed to arrive there tomorrow but just had a phone call from the Tour Operator to CANCEL my vacation to Fiesta Americana!!! Apparently there is a lot of construction noise and therefore they won't send people there unless they sign a waiver first. Hopefully it will be finished...

Welcome to you Cookiemonster, I'm heading to DR in January with a girlfriend :) We are going to the South coast - Bayahibe/La Romana area. DR is not known for its open water diving compared to say Cozumel but the price was right so I looked for the area that seemed to offer the best chance...

You stopped diving once you moved to Dominican Republic...... that does'nt say much for the diving there. Too bad since I'm planning to go there for some sun and hopefully a few dives. I'm heading to the south coast near Bayahibe.

Mike, Are you thinking that someone may have removed the line intentionally ? I was under the impression, from last season's fiasco, that diving from shore at Rockport was'nt "encouraged" by the local's..... did'nt they pass a by-law that prevents divers from doing this??? I'd love to do...

As some have already said... its not too late... but, I'd ask myself a few important questions before undertaking the transition from recreational to technical diving. The big question is WHY do you want to do it (or) what more will I achieve by adding the extra training, cost of gear...

The charter to the Lilly Parsons will drop you off on Sparrow Island at the boat dock and then you need to hike across the Island (not that far really), climb in (can be challenging because the rocks are large) the current is VERY swift in the shallows so once you enter the water get negative...

I think the point of the exercise was to give us the experience of how difficult it would be to swim up without the buoyancy of the wing. I like your method but you definitely would'nt want to let go of that bag!

Since my instructor had me try reeling myself up on my lift bag (simulating a wing failure), I've been thinking about what would I do if this happened. Taking the time to shoot a lift bag and then reel myself up does'nt seem practical if I'm sinking into the abyss. I hope my drysuit would give...

I recently learned an important lesson about checking over new equipment before using it. I bought a 27lb Halcyon wing for tropical dives and while ascending on one the dives the dump valve fell off. I did'nt even notice until we were back on the boat and one of the divers had caught it as...

This answer smacks of Narcosis - time for some Helium! :)

You're quite right to boycott the restaurant if they treat you poorly! They are definitely NOT diver-friendly possibly due to some bad experience that has left a lasting impression. Although it is their right to refuse service or use of their facilities, their unfriendly attitude will take...

Do you really think the sea lion was looking for food? Spring has sprung and that 19 year old looked pretty hot to the sea lion. Did'nt the article say his pants were ripped and his left butt scraped? Poor guy - but hey, at least the water would be so cold he would'nt remember exactly...

I was told that there's only about 6' of ice left on the ramp. Why? Did'nt you enjoy pulling me out last week? Don't worry I have a plan that will reduce the load by about 140lbs !!! :)

Thanks for the responses. I currently use synthetic wicking socks then "hot paws" (little chemical heating pads) and "ice" wool socks. This is the best combination so far for me. I've tried 3mil neoprene with a wool sock combination but it was too thick causing my foot to be scrunched in my...

I dive with a drysuit and have tried all kinds of methods to try and keep my feet warm - actually, I usually start the dive with cold feet. My question is...... I've thought about applying A535 rub that gives the feeling of warmth to your skin. I wondered if there was any contraindication...

My computer read 32F and I am now a believer in Argon. I tried it for the first time and it kept me significantly warmer. Prior to this dive I was skeptical but was amazed at the benefit. I also had a new hood (wonderful) and this may have helped also. Getting out after that dive was...

I'm sorry I missed your post about the pool.... I would have come. Maybe next time. Thanks for trying.

I've had both the Bare 3mil and a Henderson microprene 1.5 mil. I did'nt like the fit of the Bare but love the Henderson. My experience was the opposite in durability - my Bare started falling apart after 6 dives but my Henderson is looking taddy now but is still holding up after 150+ dives...