Still stand by Same Same. Will dive this weekend and not too worried.
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Still stand by Same Same. Will dive this weekend and not too worried.
I am coming to Thailand for two weeks (+) in January 2011. I will be in Phuket for much of that time, looking at ~7 diving days. Hopefully my budget will allow a few days in the Similans, an overnight to Phi Phi, and a couple of day trips.
What gear should I bring?
YES - Mask (prescription lenses).
YES - Snorkel.
YES - Dive computer.
YES - Dive log w/cert cards.
YES - Save-a-dive kit.
NO - 7mm exposure suit and hood.
?? - Lights (torches).
?? - Knives.
?? - Gloves. Summer ones? Kevlar?
?? - Booties. Worth bringing?
?? - Fins. Mine are nothing special.
?? - Reg/octo. I like my reg.
?? - BC. Nothing special.
I don't usually check bags, but can do so to bring what is recommended. I don't have to pay if I do check bags and I have a serviceable dive bag. If I can save on rental costs that is a good thing.
I don't get cold easily, and am unsure about the exposure protection requirements. My LDS is having their big tent sale this weekend, and I may see what they have. 3mm? Full or shorty?
Thanks for input.
JTinSD
The recent escapade I was taken on.
Mask, snorkel and finns would have been sufficient. Mask being debatable, but I suppose it did allow me a clearer view of the sand and sea urchins.
That sounds like a GREAT dive!
Great diving this weekend in Sameasan (40 minutes from Pattaya City). No issues, curfew lifted on Friday and all was peaceful. Vis is not going to be 30m as previously noted through the rants on Pattaya diving, but if you like to dive it is more than fine. 4-6m, plenty to see if you know what to look for IMO. No dig meant at anyone. I have been diving these sites for 4 years. Looking for smaller things makes it much more interesting. Dive guide recommended if your new to the sites. I would not discourage anyone, just my opinion.
On a really disturbing note, large evidence of coral bleaching at Shark Point. My computer recorded 34c bottom temp at about 16m. Some variations from 32, 33 and mine from other divers, but the point being it is awfully warm. Let's hope the showers LK witnessed spread a bit more and start cooling things fast!
On a really disturbing note, large evidence of coral bleaching at Shark Fin. My computer recorded 34c bottom temp at about 16m.