paulwall
Contributor
I dropped my tanks off for fills at Caribbean today, per my usual post-dive procedures, and looked around trying to take advantage of the Tax-free weekend here in La.
Nothing amongst the Scubapro gear really excited me, and I've been wanting to check out another dive shop on my side of the river.
So, I took a trip out to Temento's in Westwego. Zeagle/Scubamax dealer. Considering they are mainly a boat supply/hardware dealer, I was not optimistic about what I would find. I was stunned at their selection, prices, and friendliness.
Temento's main customer base is composed of Spearo's. They've been selling dive gear since 1959, and have been a long-time Zeagle Rep. They also sell Riffe guns, Catalina and Luxfer tanks.
The owner greeted me by the regulators like an old friend. After speaking with me for 5 minutes about gear and diving, he had me appraised as someone certified for a long time. He took me on a tour of the filling station (immaculate), service area (complete) and Zeagle area. They stock tanks (Al 80's at $159) cameras, Lots of BC's and regulators. I picked up a Zeagle Envoy for $229 (with NO state sales tax). I also bought a DIN conversion for it, and walked out VERY happy.
On the downside, he doesn't do Nitrox fills at all. He was a very friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient store. I will definitely be going back. I may even use his instructor for the upcoming nephews' classes.
I'm really glad I took the trip over there.
Nothing amongst the Scubapro gear really excited me, and I've been wanting to check out another dive shop on my side of the river.
So, I took a trip out to Temento's in Westwego. Zeagle/Scubamax dealer. Considering they are mainly a boat supply/hardware dealer, I was not optimistic about what I would find. I was stunned at their selection, prices, and friendliness.
Temento's main customer base is composed of Spearo's. They've been selling dive gear since 1959, and have been a long-time Zeagle Rep. They also sell Riffe guns, Catalina and Luxfer tanks.
The owner greeted me by the regulators like an old friend. After speaking with me for 5 minutes about gear and diving, he had me appraised as someone certified for a long time. He took me on a tour of the filling station (immaculate), service area (complete) and Zeagle area. They stock tanks (Al 80's at $159) cameras, Lots of BC's and regulators. I picked up a Zeagle Envoy for $229 (with NO state sales tax). I also bought a DIN conversion for it, and walked out VERY happy.
On the downside, he doesn't do Nitrox fills at all. He was a very friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient store. I will definitely be going back. I may even use his instructor for the upcoming nephews' classes.
I'm really glad I took the trip over there.
