Hi, I'm John...a new OW diver.
I got my OW cert in Cabo, it was incredible and I plan to continue on.
Have been picking up used gear on Craigslist, probably won't be my final gear but I'd like to get enough that I can start diving on a budget for now (rentals are very expensive).
I should have most everything by the middle of next month (BCD, Regs, Fins, Computer, Drysuit, etc.)
My current plan is to try to find some dive buddies and spend some time in one of the easier bays to dive and just practice the skills that I learned in OW.
My problem is this, most of the local divers hunt and won't take a beginner (I don't dis.
I'm looking for someone else around my experience level that wouldn't mind spending a dive or two just working on our basic skills and not really worrying about sightseeing or hunting.
Talking to the local dive shops...they suggest going straight into AOW.
My self assessment and past experience tell me that I should practice and master the new skills that I have learned before moving on to new skills.
Any suggestions from the experienced divers?
Thanks
John
I got my OW cert in Cabo, it was incredible and I plan to continue on.
Have been picking up used gear on Craigslist, probably won't be my final gear but I'd like to get enough that I can start diving on a budget for now (rentals are very expensive).
I should have most everything by the middle of next month (BCD, Regs, Fins, Computer, Drysuit, etc.)
My current plan is to try to find some dive buddies and spend some time in one of the easier bays to dive and just practice the skills that I learned in OW.
My problem is this, most of the local divers hunt and won't take a beginner (I don't dis.
I'm looking for someone else around my experience level that wouldn't mind spending a dive or two just working on our basic skills and not really worrying about sightseeing or hunting.
Talking to the local dive shops...they suggest going straight into AOW.
My self assessment and past experience tell me that I should practice and master the new skills that I have learned before moving on to new skills.
Any suggestions from the experienced divers?
Thanks
John
