Skipping open circuit and going straight to CCR

[takez0]

This is my first post here. I've learned a ton on this board and I'm grateful for the insights you all provide.

I'm getting into technical diving and I'd like to jump straight into a CCR. Does the group see any benefit or hindrance in skipping open circuit tech training costs and equipment costs and going straight into a CCR? CCR's are obviously an investment. I'd rather not spend money on a new BCD, manifold, tanks, etc., that would only be used specifically for dual-tank open circuit, considering I know where I want to end up already. Let me know your thoughts or if you think this is missed training opportunity.

 

[Celt]

Rebreather bailout is just open circuit.
If you’re talking about a bailout rebreather (BOB). I believe that’s a case of needing to crawl before doing parkour. Also my understanding is that’s it’s not worth the risk or effort until you’re heading well past 100m and can no longer carry enough OC bailout.

Why does it have to be OC? Use another rebreather as bailout. No need for OC. Why bother with OC if you intend to dive a rebreather. The bailout can’t be any more complex than the main unit.