WillM64
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Actually, for shore diving (mostly in CT, but at times L.I., even Montauk) when I'm in the NY area each summer (before Covid of course), I always used my shorty. Even if you are adverse to cold, 72F plus temps. in the area in summer is fine for most folks using a thick wetsuit. Though there may be thermoclines if you're doing those Wreck dives. Thanks for the tip on Hampton Dive, I may check that out next summer.I haven't yet. I recently took a Nitrox class with Hampton Dive in Riverhead and thought they were excellent. You should check out their site, they post some of their activities.
What I learned from my instructor is that it's mostly wreck diving here. Not sure I can wrap my head around investing in a dry suit. I realize I love the warm water and good viz.
Curious how you do your shore diving? Do you go alone or buddy up? How far out are you swimming?Actually, for shore diving (mostly in CT, but at times L.I., even Montauk) when I'm in the NY area each summer (before Covid of course), I always used my shorty. Even if you are adverse to cold, 72F plus temps. in the area in summer is fine for most folks using a thick wetsuit. Though there may be thermoclines if you're doing those Wreck dives. Thanks for the tip on Hampton Dive, I may check that out next summer.
Thanks. We were lucky to have gone on a "big trip" in 2008-09. We took advantage of being in those places already. Next trip? Maybe something closer. Cozumel?Welcome! From your dive profile listing, I see "Egypt, Thailand, Baja, Bonaire and Belize." Nice mix! I haven't been to Egypt of Thailand; I've dove at the other two. Got any trips planned?
I go solo except once in July with my brother. The CT sites are very shallow and not so great. Couple of OK spots in Jersey. I don't go far out from shore-- not at my age and possible cramping. And of course in the area one must lug around the dive flag-- for legal and safety reasons. This year, Covid allowing, we may get out to Montauk again-- there is a British wreck close to shore from the Revolutionary War that apparently is still somewhat "visible" with sand, etc. I go on Fridays between late June and early Aug., as I fit that in during my concert schedule in Westchester (prof. clarinetist). I stay at Croton Point Park the 7 weeks.Curious how you do your shore diving? Do you go alone or buddy up? How far out are you swimming?