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[seafox50]

I am new to underwater activity. I cannot dive deep due to ear problems and so I am interested in SNUBA. I would like someone to tell me how to build an inexpensive unit to support 2 to 4 divers for depths of only 20 feet. I am currently taking a dive class to learn all the safety concerns but I do not think I will qualify for a dive card. I have investigated the Seabreathe and Power snorkel units but they are way to expensive for my budget. I have found bits and pieces on self made units but would like something that someone has put together and used so I do not have to go through the learning stage of what equipmenmt not to use. dhess@us.ibm.com

 

[Web Monkey]

If you can't dive, you can't SNUBA. You can easily blow out your ears at 20' if you can't equalize properly.

However before giving up, I'd suggest seeing an ENT who understands diving. He may be able to help you. You can get a referral from Diver's Alert Network at 1-800-446-2671

You may be able to dive if you can get your ear problems fixed.

Terry

I am new to underwater activity. I cannot dive deep due to ear problems and so I am interested in SNUBA. I would like someone to tell me how to build an inexpensive unit to support 2 to 4 divers for depths of only 20 feet. I am currently taking a dive class to learn all the safety concerns but I do not think I will qualify for a dive card. I have investigated the Seabreathe and Power snorkel units but they are way to expensive for my budget. I have found bits and pieces on self made units but would like something that someone has put together and used so I do not have to go through the learning stage of what equipmenmt not to use. dhess@us.ibm.com

 

[O2BBubbleFree]

Hey SeaFox,

Ditto what Terry said. The greatest pressure change is in the top 30' of water, so if you can't SCUBA, you can't Hooka.

However, I have ear problems too. I can't free dive, but since you can change depth much slower on SCUBA than when freediving, it's not such a problem. Just wanted to say that if you have trouble with your ears while freediving, you might still be able to SCUBA.

Is your problem clearing your ears, or something else?

 

[Tom Winters]

You need to talk to a diving ENT specialist. It might be that you're consigned to depths less than 20', but it also might be something that a sharp doctor can fix. I can't freedive for beans anymore - my ears just do not equalize fast enough past 40', but I go as deep as I want. It's no big problem not being able to divebomb the anchor anymore.

 

[CWMurf]

Check with a good ent. When I first started diving I couldn't make 12' due to ear problems. With education and practice I have learned to open and maintain my eustation tubes and can dive to any depth. It may be something you have to exercize regularly but you just may be able to dive yet. Safety to you!

 

[spectrum]

I am new to underwater activity. I cannot dive deep due to ear problems and so I am interested in SNUBA. I would like someone to tell me how to build an inexpensive unit to support 2 to 4 divers for depths of only 20 feet. I am currently taking a dive class to learn all the safety concerns but I do not think I will qualify for a dive card. I have investigated the Seabreathe and Power snorkel units but they are way to expensive for my budget. I have found bits and pieces on self made units but would like something that someone has put together and used so I do not have to go through the learning stage of what equipmenmt not to use. dhess@us.ibm.com

As said get looked at by a good specialaist. Equalization is a learned skill and sometimes a little medical help can make a huge difference.

Do follow through with your certification. Despite what you may have heard or seen published divers do get certified without going deeper than 20 FSW.

If you can go to 20 FSW you have seen the most dramatic pressure increase and with practice and assistance can probably go the distance.

Without a C-card getting SNUBA cylinders charged will be difficult.

Do not fnd away to SNUBA without being trained for scuba. The risk of lung or ear damage is too great.