mfalco
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I've never used one. My buddy that is just getting certified is getting a real nice computer. I was just wondering how many of you use them, and how necessary you think they are.
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divebutt:A dive computer should really be the first piece of gear a new diver should purchase.
In my somewhat humble opinion, any dive in excess of 60 ft, doing more than 2 dives per day, a nitrox dive, or going on a multi-day dive trip warrants a computer.
Normally, I use one. If I go on a multi day trip I toss my old puck- style Oceanic in my pocket as a spare should my more conservative main fail.
If you're going to get into diving with any sort of seriousness, purchase one. It make dive planning simple and increases your safety.
Cheers,
Divebutt