Guba
Contributor
Yes, this is yet ANOTHER spin-off thread. We now have two threads discussing the pros and cons of various hose arrangements. I totally understand people having differing viewpoints concerning gear arrangements, and open discussion is good in stimulating divers to consider different options and deciding for themselves what works best. What amazes me is the vehemence and tenacity with which many divers promote their personal favorite. Let's face it...Every diver has his/her own likes and dislikes. There is an absolutely huge set of parameters and conditions in which the diving community immerses itself (no pun intended), and what works perfectly in one many times is not optimal in another. Are there going to be differing opinions? Absolutely, but let's not get personal. I understand someone "stating their case". I can not fathom the strident and shrill tone that many take when another diver simply refuses to be "won over" and fully endorse the proposed idea. It's mostly opinion, folks. We're not trying to standardize the world here. (At least, I don't THINK we're doing that...are we?)
I'll get off my soapbox, now.
I'll get off my soapbox, now.