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austinspace

austinspace

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Greetings to all. Just joined the 'board and have already gotten some excellent advice here.

I've only had about 4 hours of bottom time so far, but I'm ready to get into diving more regularly. After completing my PADI open water course at the end of 2007, I had a problems with my ears that lasted a month or two. Inner-ear barotrauma, solved by decongestants + time. I didn't dive again until a local refresher this past December followed by a nice trip to Cozumel. No problems! Equalizing more gently now.

Lately I've been working on getting my own gear together. Buying lightly used quality equipment to save $ where possible. Hoping to take the PADI Advanced course this month.

Cheers!
 
Hello and Welcome! :admingreet:

Glad that you've worked through the ear issues.

I'm going to be in Lake Travis in July which I understand is near Austin.
 
Welcome to ScubaBoard. . . Now that your ears are healthy, but the water cold. . . Click the "Forums" button and scan down the list of topics until you reach "Marine Science and Physiology" Read up on much of the physical changes of diving. If after hurting your inner ear you had problems diagnosing the problem, check into joining DAN the Diving Accident Network. They are and insurance for divers, and a 24/7 hotline for diving injuries. From anywhere in the world you can get diving physicians answers to your questions.

Ann Marie, Yes lake Travis is on the western edge of Austin. 30 years ago it was far west of Austin, and the typical visibility was over 30 feet. Visibility is less now, and subject to winds and heavy boat traffic, that can muddy things up. There are rocky bluffs, and some deep water.

If you are meeting friends who dive, A drive up I 20 to Ouachita lake in Arkansas, you can see what Travis used to look like. Lack Ouachita, is famous for clear water, 30 plus visibility, and sandy bottoms, lots of islands, and more houseboat rentals than any lake in this part of the country.
 
Welcome to SB!! Seems like Coz was a nice way to get back into diving!! We're about 10 minutes from Lake Travis, but it's too cold for me right now!!
 
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