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  1. D

    Failure points vs redundancy

    Interested to hear thoughts around failure points versus redundancy. When is it better to pursue redundancy, and when is it better to reduce failure points? While both pursuits make sense in isolation, they’re clearly mutually exclusive in some cases. An example that comes to mind is running a...
  2. M

    NEW APEKS TERMIQ DRY ADVANCE DRYSUIT

    Hi everyone. For some time now I've been seeing the new Apeks dry suits online and not only but they seem impossible to find and Apeks itself doesn't openly advertise them even though it had exhibited them at the last Paris Dive Show. Does anyone know when and if Will they be available in all...
  3. T

    Questions on Cave Diving Equipment and Recommendations for European Training

    Hello from france! I hope you're all doing well. I'm relatively new here and wanted to extend a friendly greeting to everyone. I have a few questions that I would appreciate your insights on. Currently, I hold the AOW diver certification with 20+ logged dives. My interest has piqued in cave and...
  4. J

    100HP vs 117 steel

    Looking for my first set of tanks. Should I go 100 or 117 dive in Canada I’m 5’9” and 160lbs
  5. PEDiver

    DIR- GUE Is it worth taking Fundamentals this late in the game?

    As a little background on myself, I've been diving for 11+ years (originally certified through PADI). About 5 years ago, I went down the non-GUE tech path through TDI and IANTD and did Intro to Tech > AN/DP > Trimix > Intro/Full Cave. When I started down this path, I really had no idea what GUE...
  6. J

    DIR- Generic Dry suit accessories most have

    Why are the must have accessories for your drysuit? Planing to get seaskin trilam for DIR and maybe further down the road some GUE?
  7. S

    DIR- Generic Videos on Primary Donate?

    Went out and bought the hoses to change my regulator setup to the primary donate, but I realized I do not know how to use it properly. Does anyone has any recommendations on videos or tutorials on how to use them properly? Thanks!
  8. N

    First (and last) regulator

    Hi, I'm looking to buy my first regulator. I'm still a noob diver (I just completed my GUE fundies), but I'd like to progress to ice-tech-cave diving. My main requirements are Easy to self-service - I want to do the maintenance and run diagnostics myself. I want to stick to one brand for...
  9. Brett Hatch

    DIR- Generic The DIR forum RULES and GUIDELINES

    Introduction This post explains the current rules and guidelines of the DIR forum of ScubaBoard. It replaces the previous rules, written by @lamont. Lamont has contributed a great deal to SB over the years, but has not been so active lately. The DIR forum is open to all ScubaBoard members. In...
  10. wnissen

    Closed SOLD Halcyon 40 lb. donut wing – $95 Shipped CONUS

    Single-tank 40 lb. wing. Normal wear and tear. I opened up the kidney dump, no crusties inside and the bladder is shiny. Some slight corrosion on the spring. The inflator is busted, so it's just the oval hose and wing. I didn't buy this, I think lexlevi did. No holes or rips. "Smartpost" style...
  11. datth

    Question Feature Request: Teric's user-configurable bottom display data on secondary screen

    Hi @Shearwater / @lynnpartridge , I love my Shearwater Teric a lot since I got it and look forward to many dives with it in the upcoming years. I love the bright display and bezel compass and just the very awesome layout of everything. I usually dive in either OC Tech mode or Gauge mode, with...
  12. L

    Tech diving in Sao Miguel?

    I have one day in Sao Miguel to dive. Is there a reputable dive outfit that does tech or wreck dives? Looking to rent a set of doubles, stages, and likely all equipment, since it’s just a short hop over for a couple days as part of a longer trip, and not worth packing my full rig. Thanks!
  13. Ski_Lounge

    DIR- Generic Weight Plates on Webbing - Considered DIR-friendly?

    I have these weight plates that I found on DGX. Quite like them because they stay close to the body (or at least marginally closer than a weight pocket). But are these considered DIR-friendly? Link: Highland Weight Plates - Set of Two
  14. JacobAdkins

    DIR- GUE Fundies Rec vs Tec rating

    What are the differences between the Rec and the Tec rating for fundamentals? Do I need experience on doubles to go for the tec rating ?
  15. galodoido

    DIR- Generic DIR-friendly OW classes in Florida

    I have a friend who wants to get certified and asked me for some advice. So I am looking for recommendations of instructors who teach OW classes in a DIR configuration with proper buoyancy, trim, skills, etc. I did mention GUE Rec 1, but he didn't seem to be willing to do it because of the...
  16. galodoido

    Drysuit neck seal rolls up

    Is it normal for a latex drysuit neck seal to roll up after putting it on? It's not a problem comfort-wise, but I wonder if I can cut off a couple of rings from the seal so that it doesn't roll up anymore and sits flat on my neck?
  17. galodoido

    DIR- GUE Spool to SMB attachment

    Do you guys simply clip the double ended bolt snap through the spool and SMB? Or you do one those loops wrapping around the bolt snap to "lock" it? I don't see it being an issue as it would probably never detach in my pocket, but I saw someone doing one of those loops even if they're carrying...
  18. galodoido

    DIR- GUE Regulator Set Recommendations

    Just looking for stage regulator recommendations. I'm inclined to get the Halcyon stage regulator package for the convenience of having everything included. It's just a bummer that they don't do free parts for life like Apeks, for instance.
  19. galodoido

    Drysuit - SiTech Docking System 60910 vs. Kubi Dry Cuff System

    Which one would you choose and why? Is it worth choosing the more expensive Kubi system?
  20. Garth Jensen

    For Sale Hollis S38 LX 38lb Singles Wing w/Backplate and Harness. $500

    Brand New never dove the wing. Backplate and harness, used, but in good condition. Set it up but looking to go sidemount route instead. Would be interested in trading for an equal value Hollis SMS75. Or Xdeep Stealth 2.0 Rec system. Price includes shipping.
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