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I don't take it wrong but since my previous equipment worked for me over 15 years and with my warranties I only spent $60 or so to maintain it I'd say I come out ahead. I spent a little over $800 at my LDS for Tank, Reg BC and SSI just got the Cobalt and it was a little pricey but I still think...

With all the regrets maybe a couple of "I really like that" posts will help. Aeris Ion reg fantastic, Atomic Dive computer Awesome, both my HP 80 tanks, Xcel 976 hooded suit (my drysuit is retired) my Atomic SS1 and my new Aeris 5 oceans bc. NO REGRETS HERE find all of this and more at New...

Have to say the worst purchase was the Suunto D-9, a non user changeable battery, hard to see, both times it was sent in they found "issues" that were not covered under warranty IE depth module (replacement $475) and a compass software issue they wanted $200 not to mention the cost of battery...

Dive lights and Rechargeable Batteries, anyone use a Tusa TUL 300 or Intova 4.7 LED using CR123 rechargeable batteries? If so what mh rating did you use or if you had any issues what were they?

If I drive a car...I need a License, If I want to jump from an air plane...I need a license, If I want to Scuba Dive....I need a License, But buy a boat and I am Captain. And we wonder why this type of horrible accident happens again and again. In CA too often than not a sail boat or jet ski...

Both very sound choices, I have both in Rental along with others and one Regulator is requested over and over. The Aeris Ion it's price point and Lifetime Warranty on parts makes it a stand out. As a service tech I look for performance, ease of service and warranty. Aeris, Zeagle and Sherwood...

There are as many ways to approach this as there are divers with this problem. I have been a dive Instructor for over 25 years and I still get new problems and new solutions. I always suggest a quick check out at the Dr. whenever somebody has a problem it is the safest thing to do. I also...

Have to say of all the fins I've used and sold this one is by far my favorite. Very good fin for the beginner or the advanced, great value as well. This fin is light weight so it's good for travel but has enough power for full scuba in colder waters. We have sold a huge number of these fins...

No matter how a 1st stage "looks" on the outside be careful that most companies change 1 or more components so they are not exact. I have been servicing equipment for almost 30 years and yes some parts do look close and yes some untrained technicians will swap parts. This may happen when they...

What hoses are in stock now??? All colors in yet? what about 7ft? Are you listing dealers on your website that have ordered/stocked them yet?

In my earlier post I stated that L.A. County and Naui still "uses" free flow regulators as a skill and yes it is true it is NOT required by Naui they are allowed. I have since done a little research in my area to see who is teaching what skills both required and those that pertain to diving in...

Just 2 cents worth. L.A. County still uses free flow techniques in their instruction as does Naui however teaching for many years I have not seen any advantage to this skill (and yes I still demo it) for making better or more confident divers. No more than when we did "ditch and Don's" or...

Many of this industries brightest stars can thank Jim Cahill / New England Divers for giving them a start. My families path in life was forever changed by a meeting between Jim and My father. Gene Brandow. Sadly my father passed in 2005 but kept the New England Divers name going all these many...

One week ago today there was a fatal accident in Laguna Beach, The Los Angeles Times prints "Diver Dead After Openwater Class" and other than the victims age and city of residence no other details. Now this by itself isn't new to anyone reading the news as even when they do get it right it is...

Congrats wish more divers had the interest.....btw Lexy who/where do you dive? I have diving since (ok I'm old) and teaching since 79 and other than some "tired" divers haven't been involved in 3 rescues in same year. I was on a trip where we had to search for and bring up the bodies of a...

Sssshhh this is one of the last "best kept secrets" Catalina has lots to offer but I for one say let the "masses" stay on their boats. It leaves more room for the rest of us, not to mention helps keep the vis. picture quality. LOL And if there is anything you need on the mainland try New...

Boy it sure is easy to be a Monday Morning Quarterback, I read some of the comments from the highly experienced "DM's" recently Certified Divers etc etc pointing fingers or suggesting wrong doing. The only thing I can see from this story is that it is incomplete. I have been a diving instructor...

I think you will find "brands" are like trends...they come and go. Way back when I was a young instructor the store I worked for was owned by Harvey's and it was the only brand of Wetsuit & Drysuits we had. (part of our lease, chuckle) We never had any problems with them, but as I moved...

Padi this Padi that...blah blah blah, sorry folks but teaching over 20 years now (yes, including Padi) and to date I have never issued a C-card to anyone that couldn't use "ALL" features/functions of standard Dive Equipment. In one way or another each skill revolves around learning and knowing...