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    Second day of port closed

    Today is second day in a row that the port is closed. Tomorrow looks just as bad. In 20+ years of diving Cozumel, I’ve only lost 1 day of diving due to weather. If this continues as forecast, I will only get 1 day of diving out of 6 planned. Rich Hagelin
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    Capsized boats in Cozumel

    I’m on the island today. Port is closed for winds. The desk guy at Aldora told us two boats capsized in heavy seas recently. Searching the threads provided only some confusing info. Anyone who knows what happened, I would appreciate info. Were they dive boats? Where were they when they...
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    Local News

    I’m on the island today Port is closed for wind/waves. Heard that two boats capsized a double of weeks ago. Does anyone who was here then have knowledge of what happened. From reading posts above, it looks like two boats capsized. Were they both up at the north end of the island? Were either...
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    Bonaire

    Looking to dive Bonaire this fall. Two experienced divers looking for large sealife. Done most of our diving in Cozumel and love that so comparisons to Cozumel appreciated. Shore diving or boat diving? Any liveaboard options? Dive operations and accommodations? thanks richhagelin
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    Rangiroa and Fakarava

    Looking to go to French Polynesia this fall. Two experienced divers interested in sharks, dolphins, whales, large sea life. What’s our best option? Open to shore based or boat options. Would appreciate advice on where to dive, where to stay and who to dive with. We’re not concerned with...
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    Collecting good information on travel and dive insurance

    I’m 76 and DAN won’t cover me any more. What are some companies which don’t discriminate based on age? thanks richhagelin
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    Diving after bypass surgery

    DDM, you send a PM to me last fall with a contact in Spokane who could do an evaluation of my fitness to return to diving. I can’t find that now. Could you repost the information for me please? rich Hagelin
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    Diving after bypass surgery

    I have been diving for 60 years. I just had triple bypass heart surgery. How long before I should start diving again? Are there any long-term restrictions I should abide by? Thanks, Rich Hagelin
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    Apia, Tonga, Bora Bora, and Papeete

    Going to be at each place one day in April. What are best dives and recommendations for dive operators. I am an experienced diver with 500+ dives mostly in the Caribbean. Thanks Rich Hagelin
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    New Zealand

    Going to make 4 stops in New Zealand in early April 2020. We are going to stop at Wellington, Napier, Tauranga, and Auckland. Which is the best stop to dive? Recommendations for dive operators. I am an experienced diver with 500+ dives mostly in Caribbean. Rich Hagelin
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    Diving at altitude

    2000 feet, not meters
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    Diving at altitude

    i have done all my diving at sea level. I am about to do some diving in a lake at 2000 elevation. Any adjustments I need to make compared to diving at sea level? Thanks for any advice. Rich Hagelin
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    Mayair baggage procedures

    thanks, What is the best way to get from the arrival terminal to the new FBO for the Mayair flight? Rich
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    April roll call

    Rich Hagelin, April 26-30. Casa Mexicana, Living Underwater
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    Mayair baggage procedures

    I'm going to take Mayair from Cancun to Cozumel for the first time. I will have one roller bag that I carry on 737s and similar planes. It will weigh about 30 pounds plus a backpack. Will this cause me any problems? Rich Hagelin
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    Best meal by Restaurant in Cozumel - updated

    Where is The Pub located? Hours? Rich Hagelin
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    current conditions please!

    Dove today with Living Underwater. First dive on Punta Sur. Very strong current made for some interesting vertical currents around the big coral heads. Water temps in the mid 80's. Very warm. Second dive on Cedral. Again pretty strong current (not unusual for this site). Again very warm...
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    May - June 2017 Roll Call

    Rich Hagelin. 5/2-5/9. Casa Mexicana. Alison
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    Bonaire shore diving

    Thanks for the info. Rich Hagelin
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