Sharing dive computer

[johndiver999]

Don't leave her sitting in any drips from her bath. Make sure that her spot is dry and stays dry. My guy got pissy from being left in damp spot.

Oh yeah I learned that lesson. Left her with a wet rubber boot on and she stayed amped up and wore herself down. Once she is wet, she stays turned on, even if left alone in the garage.

 

[Edward3c]

I’ve been using the EON Steel for over 6 years, never been locked out in 600 dives.

 

[Scared Silly]

I find the OP's plan quite practical, only one person is going to dive each day so only bring one set of gear, including one computer (as I understood the OP's post). As some of have said there will be no issue because with diving every other day each person will inherit the other person's previous day's profile. Which the net affect will be a more conservative profile for both while each will have a longer surface interval. Even if one person dives two days in a row the plan would be fine. Both people could dive on the same day and still be fine.

What I find more interesting is the numerous replies that state the OP's plan of using one computer would be risky or dangerous. The rule of not sharing a dive computer is true when both people are diving at the same time which will not be the OP's case.

 

[tursiops]

I find the OP's plan quite practical, only one person is going to dive each day so only bring one set of gear, including one computer (as I understood the OP's post). As some of have said there will be no issue because with diving every other day each person will inherit the other person's previous day's profile. Which the net affect will be a move conservative profile for both while each will have a longer surface interval. Even if one person dives two days in a row the plan would be fine. Both people could dive on the same day and still be fine.

What I find more interesting is the numerous replies that state the OP's plan of using one computer would be risky or dangerous. The rule of not sharing a dive computer is true when both people are diving at the same time which will not be the OP's case.

I agree, if they are using just one computer, namely his. But the OP said she would use hers, except for getting tank pressure from his, and he would use his, ignoring hers. THAT is what people are objecting to.

 

[Scared Silly]

I agree, if they are using just one computer, namely his. But the OP said she would use hers, except for getting tank pressure from his, and he would use his, ignoring hers. THAT is what people are objecting to.

Still does not matter as the same applies (more or less). The spouse's computer is an accurate reflection (less). The OP's computer gets more loaded in the same scenario as if only diving one computer.

My only objection would be if the goal is to save weight the second dive computer is superfluous. So that does not make any sense.

 

[dflaher]

How about bringing both computers and renting an SPG? If the 1st stage has 2 HP ports the couple wouldn't even have to swap out transmitter and SPG each day.

This solves the weight issue and the small risk of sharing a computer, although with a little extra cost involved.

 

[inquis]

the small risk of sharing a computer

What risk is increased by sharing the computer in this specific case where they cannot dive together?

 

[dflaher]

What risk is increased by sharing the computer in this specific case where they cannot dive together?

I agree the risk is minimal, but for the integrity of the logs I felt that renting an SPG would be a good solution.

 

[Still Kicking]

This whole premise of this thread is kinda funny. If you can't find a way to sneak an extra plastic spg and hose (8 oz?) into three people's checked and carry-on luggage, you really have bigger issues at play.

 

[The_Menn]

I forgot to check in on the replies that came a bit later, sorry for that!

Thanks for the new ideas of renting an SPG or just taking one computer (for weight sake). Never crossed my mind but that actually makes sense.

The thing with travelling around is that less weight means more flexibility. Want to grab a motorcycle and tour a bit for a few days? No problem because we’ll only bring two bags. Go for a hike? Why not, we didn’t bring a stroller but a baby carrier. That extra 100grams will make a big difference when hiking up a mountain or going for a jungle trek. It’s the total sum of everything. And yes, renting all our gear would save a lot of weight

For example I only brought a 40L backpack with me last year while we traveled for a month through Borneo. Less than 10kg in total. Ah well you get the picture. We like to be adventurous and diving matches that perfectly. If anybody needs tips on how to travel light hit me up!