Californian transplanted

[Big69C20 Toy]

Hello all, been lurking on these forums for a little bit of time and decided i'd pop in and post some stuff. I'm relatively new to scuba (~40 dives, 2 specialty trainings) and have been into it for a couple years. I'm looking at getting more into diving and since you're all familiar with the area (i'm in SE Michigan) i'm wondering what your thoughts would be on equipment to invest in for 'year round' diving. I'd like to get out regularly if possible even if it's only in local lakes (that allowed?)

I've dabble a bit in u/w photo with my trusty (and now MIA) sony dsc-p10, that was fun in egypt and florida.

Aside from that just wanted to say hello and perhaps rustle up a dive buddy or at least some thoughts from people familar to the area.

Thus far i'm thinking dry suit would probably be fine year round here (correct me if i'm wrong) and then all the general equipment, perhaps a winged bcd and dual tank setup could be nice for some wreck/quarry diving in the area.

Thanks in advance,
Greg

 

[moneysavr]

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Thus far i'm thinking dry suit would probably be fine year round here (correct me if i'm wrong) and then all the general equipment, perhaps a winged bcd and dual tank setup could be nice for some wreck/quarry diving in the area.

Thanks in advance,
Greg[/QUOTE]

Hi Greg,
For the Great Lakes a Dry suit is the way to go,a good cold water reg set,on some deep dives we use a pony in or close to rec limits like a 30 cu.but this can be a big debate,Man the wrecks can be a blast to dive,viz is great,water is cool! got to love it with temps in the 90's top side!
Good luck and Im sure you find some pals on your side of the lake!
Brad

 

[BubblesUp]

Thus far i'm thinking dry suit would probably be fine year round here (correct me if i'm wrong) and then all the general equipment, perhaps a winged bcd and dual tank setup could be nice for some wreck/quarry diving in the area.

Welcome to Michigan, Greg!

IMHO, a drysuit is a must. I wear mine year round, and just vary the undergarments in warmer water.

Also, if you're planning to dive some of the deeper Great Lakes wrecks, I'd strongly recommend high performance, environmentally sealed regs. Even in August, water temps can be in the upper 30s to low 40s, and free-flows can be a problem.

 

[Ber Rabbit]

Naturally you have to come down to Ohio and dive Gilboa Quarry :biggrin: You haven't dove the midwest until you have been there.
Ber :lilbunny:

 

[Big69C20 Toy]

Already dove Gilboa, it's where i got my open water cert. Cute li'l place i suppose but i like more fish and such...