Probable tech buddy for Wreck?

[sharko108]

Hi guys ! I'm from France

I know this is far away from now but i'm planning a solo 3 weeks Florida trip next March and i will stop to key Largo for diving (Wreck of spiegel grove) , probably with Horizon
They are doing double dips dive but as i will be Advanced nitrox/extended range diver i thought it would be better to do a single decompression dive instead.
But, as i will be alone i'll have to pay $99 for tech guide which is too much for me..

My question is , do you know if its' common to have tech divers coming to dive that Wreck (probably only discover it the D day..) or of course maybe i could ask for buddies here, few days before to organize it

Thx

 

[SmashMonkey]

You should definitely dive with Horizon Divers. They are the only tech dive shop in the Keys so if you are certified for accelerated deco diving, it's the place to be. There's lots of tech divers that dive on Horizon's charters, both rebreather and open circuit, so it's possible that they could try to match you up with a buddy. The best thing to do is contact them a few weeks in advance and ask they if they know of any tech divers that are looking for a buddy. I do not recommend just showing up on the day of and trying to find an insta buddy last minute. Are you solo certified? If yes, ask Horizon about solo certified recreational diving with the proper paperwork and waivers.

 

[sharko108]

Hi! Thanks for your answer. Yes in any cases i will go with Horizon
I will try to contact them maybe 2 to 1 week before to know if they have already scheduled tech guy . If there is nobody, i guess i will do normal double dips