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  1. FishWatcher747

    What is the most logical place to put an Octopus?

    It has been my observation that as a diver's experience grows there is an increased chance that their octopus will become attached to a necklace. They seem to do so because it is safer and easier. So why don't we start all divers in initial training with a necklaced octopus?
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    Problem with harness accessories staying put

    I have a standard 2 inch webbing BPW harness. Not a tech guy and not going to be, just a rec diver. My problem is I use HOG utility pouches, weight pouches on cam straps and such that thread onto the harness. The standard triglides are so low profile that the pouches don't stay put, they can...
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    Is there data on how close to NDL undeserved hits occur?

    I am curious to know if an analysis has ever been made on how close to NDL does the average diver get to then suffers DCS on an "undeserved" hit dive? If so what is the range and what is the shape of the curve? Edit: Let us assume there was no rapid ascent contributing to the DCS, just a...
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    Burping wetsuit or neoprene hood?

    Am I the only one that finds air leaking out of either a full wetsuit or neoprene hood annoying and loud? Not sure if it is the wetsuit or the hood . Some dives it is worse than others. I don't see any threads on this topic. Is there a technique to get the air out of a hood or wetsuit at the...
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    Weighting question

    I have a question about multiple standard tank diving. So the weight of compressed gas in a standard cylinder is apparently 5.9 pounds. But one doesn't plan to breath all of the air in the tank before the 15 foot safety stop. So let us say we only intend to breath 4.5 pounds and be neutral...
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    Can't book Batik flights with US credit card. Help?

    Title says it all. I see a previous thread but that is just a few posts saying European Credit cards mostly work. One can get all the way into booking a domestic flight in Indonesia for April 2023, seats selected, put in US credit card, then a message shows "Card rejected by bank" Well I...
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    Who said scuba was not competitive?

    Okay I have never seen this before. It has never been brought up on SB as far as I know. If you needed a new way to use your Pony Bottle here it is.
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    What is the largest Tarpon you have seen?

    I'll admit right up front that I don't have a photo or video of the Tarpon I saw on Bonaire the other day at the Dive site Jeff Davis Memorial. I descended over the reef and headed south and within about 1 minute I am looking out to the blue water and I see a massive fish swim by heading south...
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    How is the movie Apollo 13 related to rebreather diving?

    Best answer gets a winner, winner chicken dinner.
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    Trip Report Bonaire 5/30-6/13/22

    I have been planning and dreaming of doing my first Bonaire Dive trip since I started diving and reading Scubaboard almost 2 years ago. It was supposed to happen 17 months ago but was cancelled due to the shutdowns. In hindsight I am glad it was postponed because I was able to gain valuable...
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    Upgrading Left side slung bottle regulator advice please

    I know there are various threads on this topic and I have read several of them but am not clear how I should proceed. I have been diving for a year with an XS scuba "Alt Air" 2nd stage with a DIN 1st stage with button gauge on a 19 cu ft left sided slung pony...
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    Get your dive days in before this weekend

    Sabado y Domingo no es bueno. https://www.windguru.cz/76381
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    How is the "Port is closed" communicated?

    It has been a mystery to me in my 2 trips to Coz when the port is closed. The port website doesn't seem to post the information. I would like to check a website if available in the morning before I walk to my dive op. Edit. Also how is the "Port is open" communicated, if it is different.
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    Looking for SDI solo course in Cozumel

    Apparently there are 2 SDI shops in Cozumel, Deep Exposure which is El Centro and Roberta's scuba shack down south. Neither website mentions teaching SDI Solo. There may be other SDI Solo instructors in Cozumel? Looking for a recommendation to take the course on the Island.
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    For Sale Aqualung Pro HD BCD Large Price Reduced $200 shipped

    Bought new by me July 2020 used it for 50 gentle dives over 7 months. Excellent condition. Retails for $499 (USD). My loss is your gain.
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    What thickness wetsuit for Coz in January?

    I know everybody is different, but I am looking for opinions. Wore a 3mm in May in Coz. According to Christi's pinned post water temps for Jan-Feb are 78* F. I'm hoping my 7 mm is overkill and a good reason to buy more gear and get a 5mm for my upcoming January 2022 trip.
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    Can I put a bungee choker on hip attachment of 19 cu ft slung Pony?

    So I received some video of me from another diver. I sling a 19 AL Pony on the left. I have a bungee choker around the first stage and into the double ender which keeps the pony tight at the shoulder D ring. What I see in the video is the lower end of the pony is not tight to the hip D ring...
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    Ever wonder how that tropical fish gets into your aquarium?

    This is diving related. Below is a link to a sailing channel I follow. A British couple sailing around the world for 4 years who has been stuck in Indonesia for 1 year due to covid. They document the Indonesian divers who catch these fish and keep them alive for 2 weeks with primitive...
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    AA DFW to CZM 45 min connection. What is plan B?

    I think DFW only has one flight to Cozumel the 1220 arriving CZM 1500. I only have 45 minutes for me and my bag to make the connection in about 6 weeks. If one misses the connection is there an alternative? How about figure out how to get your checked bag back, recheck and get a flight to...
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    Do you need ditchable weight?

    I have searched this topic but haven't seen what I am after. First some feedback for those that have read my recent threads about a first year diver struggling with being foot heavy in a jacket BCD. I switched to a HOG Stainless steel backplate with a 32# wing and have 20 dives in this...
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