Newly certified

[karelva]

Hello all,

I have just certified OW in Mexico, where in as little as four days I've become completely addicted to diving. Now back from my vacation, in Boston, I really have to dive, despite local water temperatures.

I was hoping the more experienced divers in the NE area had tips to share, as to where to start for sites, equipment I should buy and where to buy it, if they knew of newbies, who, like me, need to hook up with buddies, etc.

Any info will be appreciated.

Karel

 

[Natasha]

HI Karel,
Congrats on you OW certification! I also did my open water in Mexico. Great place to dive, indeed.
As for your question on buying equipment, there are tons of links on here that will help you.
I think the best thing you can do is go to a few dive shops, try on a few BCD's, and see what feels the best. Ask important questions, and tell them where you plan to dive.
They'll also be able to help you with a regulator and whatever other equipment you need. Sometimes dive shops have a pool on site, and will even let you try things out before you purchase them.
I personally have an Oceanic Isla BCD and an Oceanic Delta3 regulator that I use in warm water. I love them both!
:sunny:

 

[large_diver]

Karel,

Check your e-mail -- I just sent you some tips on where to get started. E-mail me back if you have any questions.

 

[darkwing]

WELCOME!!

For equipment check with different stores and compare, fine a local club and talk to them. Start out buy renting, then go from there.

Good luck GOOD DIVING

 

[Aardal]

karelva,

Welcome to the boards! Glad your addicted like the rest of us! If you need help getting geared up let me know....I might be able to help you. E-mail me at aardal22@hotmail.com Oh...feel free to start new threads with dive site suggestions and or gear suggestions.

Dive Safe

Aardal