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mobeachlovers
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Thanks for the added areas to try...as per the original post not just tanks but gear as well. Appreciate all the comments.Honestly, I think you're overcomplicating this. I doubt anyone is going to reserve tanks for you for a shore dive because it just isn't a material part of their business, but if you show up at the common shore dive sites - Hotel Barracuda, Hotel Cozumel, Blue Angel, Villa Blanca, Casa del Mar - it's highly likely you'll find tanks and weights to rent. And if one doesn't for some reason, hail a taxi and move on to the next site. I'd recommend starting at Blue Angel.