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On April 22nd, while vacationing in Hawaii, I received a call from a long time dive buddy. A diver's body had been found in Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Belton, Texas the day before. Upon my return, I discovered that the diver was Bob Tarbet. Bob had contacted me last year after seeing my name...

My wife and I just returned form a week's vacation in Oahu. We lived there (Ft Shafter) from 1990 to 1994 so this was more of a trip down memory lane than anything else. I did however have the chance to make three outstanding boat dives with Kaimana Divers. Because of unavoidable boat issues...

Yes, this is kind of lengthy but I think it is good info, especially for anyone looking for a new dive spot and I didn't want to put all of this in the dive condition thread. Yesterday, I made two dives in Lake Belton. It is about ten minutes from my home. Lake Belton does not have a good...

I'll be diving at Stillhouse this Saturday AM. Planning on 2 dives beginning around 8:30 am. If anyone is interested in joining in, my black Honda CRV will be parked near the scuba park adjacent to the marina. Maybe the first dive going around the penninsula and the second one at the marina...

My wife and I returned yesterday afternoon from our week long stay at Buddy Dive (May 9th to 18th). Before I get ionto my review of the trip, I want to thank Herman, Luis H, Jim, Scott, Allen, Brian and the rest of the crew who welcomed us into their group for the week. What a fantasic bunch...

I have been looking for a small depth gauge that I can keep in my bc pocket as a backup to my computer. When I say small, I mean something smaller than the typical gauge found in a console that would take up less space in a pocket. I am not interested in purchasing another dive watch with...

Today I made a few dives in the Comal River, New Braunfels, TX. The Comal remains at 72 degrees year round. The section we dive is approx. 250 yards long and maybe 50 yds at the widest point. Depth is 5 to 12 ft. Visibility today was 30 ft +. There is a steady, moderate current. It was the...

Headed for Bonaire, May 9th to the 17th. After lots of researching, I decided to stay at Buddy Dive again. I was there in 09 and really had a great time. My wife (non-diver) is joining me this time and looking foward to some snorkeling and just relaxing. I have the drive and dive package...

After 20 years in the Army, a few years sales experience,and currently 13 years as an office manager with the local PD, I'm contemplating a change in jobs. I have been diving since the late 70's and am passionate about diving and sharing my experience and knowledge with others. I am 57 years...

I'll be making a couple of dives at Stillhouse tomorrow morning if anyone would like to join me. I'll be there at 8:30am. I want to check out the area west of the pavillion, toward the large island. Don't know if there is anything worth seeing in that direction, but I want to break up the...

If anyone is interested in joining me, I'll be at Stillhouse Hollow tomorrow afternoon at 2:00 PM. I plan on 2 maybe 3 dives. Look for a black Honda CRV.

I want to go to Bonaire next year, spring/early summer time frame. I dive, my wife does not. (I know. I've spent 33 yrs trying to convince her). I've been checking out the Austin dive shop websites and haven't had any luck finding one that has a trip planned at that time. Scubaland used to...

Any one up for CSSP this Saturday? The weather forcast looks pretty good. It's a good 2 hr+ drive for me so I'm planning on getting there around 9:00ish and making three or four dives.

I was looking at the video posted in the "Vintage Diving" Forum of folks hard hat diving at Dutch Springs, PA. If you haven't already, check it out. Anyway, does anyone know of hard hat diving opportunities being offered here in TX for people to experience?

Does Hollis offer a rapid exhaust (pull dump) corregated hose for their HD100 BC? If not, will another, ie. Dive Rite rapid exhaust hose fit the HD100? I recently switched from a Sherwood Avid BC and really miss the pull dump option.

I would like to replace the current corregated hose on my Hollis HD100 with the exhaust dump valve style (slight pull the hose vents air out of the bc). I had this on my prior BC (Sherwood Avid) and prefer it. The HD100 hose uses an elbow out of the bag. Can this be easily replaced with the...

A few years ago, I purchased a 5/4 Everflex suit and have really enjoyed it. Approximately 10 months after I purchased it, the left sleeve tore at the point where the computer/watch retention tab is attached. It was sent in and Scubapro repaired it under warranty. A few weeks ago, it tore...

This spring / summer, I'd like to take a few roadtrips and dive some different spots. If anyone can provide some dive intel on the following lakes, it would be greatly appreciated. 1. Hubbard Creek reservoir ( west of Possum Kingdom Lake) 2. Proctor Lake (north of Comanche) 3. OH Ivie...

I've recently purchased the HD100 bc and really enjoy it. However, locking in the integrated weight pouches is often somewhat difficult. Has anyone else experienced this and if so, is their any tips you can offer?

Planning a road trip down to New Braunfels tomorrow. Can anyone tell me what the Comal viz is like now?