I like to use steel 72(100%) or an al 80(80%) for Deco if useing a single gas. I have plenty of them and didn't have to buy any more tanks. The 40's are easier to carry, but it didn't take much extra time in the water to get use to the 80's. The best thing about them is you can go just about a whole trip on 1 fill.
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I suggest not buying anything until you get through fundies. Wait until you actually book a class that requires it and get what the instructor recommends.
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Totally agree with the above. For all you know, it could be quite some time before you find yourself ready for a tech class. By then, who knows what deals you might find on cylinders (used or new). To buy now, only to have it sit in your garage seems like a misuse of funds that could be better spent. Your money, though, so do as you please.
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