Too conservative when doing deeper dives, I would like the more expensive models that give deepstops. Diving the same profile with someone using say a Vytec the difference is quite noticeable on the ascent, particularly if you get close to the ndl.
What did you buy that you regret?
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Too conservative when doing deeper dives, I would like the more expensive models that give deepstops. Diving the same profile with someone using say a Vytec the difference is quite noticeable on the ascent, particularly if you get close to the ndl.
MSilvia
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Why does it only crush your nose at depth? Aren't you compensating for mask squeeze?
sabbath999
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OK... my first definite entries to the list:
Sealife DC800 Maxx kit. I would have been perfectly happy with it if the stuff actually worked for any length of time. In the 10 months that I have owned it, I have had the DC800 camera replaced 3 times for lens defects (they switched out a DC1000 for the 800 when it first came out), I have had four trips to the factory for defective flashes, and have had to have the DC1000 case repaired for a shutter button that sticks if you shoot a picture deeper than 50 feet.
I don't regret my ScubaPro Glide Plus because I still use it in the pool and will be using it if/when I do the DM training stuff in the pool... but I have since replaced it in my diving stable with a BP/W.
I regret buying yum-yum yellow fins when I am swimming in the ocean where they look stupid, but I don't regret them when I am swimming in a quarry with less than 5 foot visibility.
I regretted buying an Suunto SK7 until I replaced the horrible wrist boot with a bungie mount.
That's all I can think of for now.
Sealife DC800 Maxx kit. I would have been perfectly happy with it if the stuff actually worked for any length of time. In the 10 months that I have owned it, I have had the DC800 camera replaced 3 times for lens defects (they switched out a DC1000 for the 800 when it first came out), I have had four trips to the factory for defective flashes, and have had to have the DC1000 case repaired for a shutter button that sticks if you shoot a picture deeper than 50 feet.
I don't regret my ScubaPro Glide Plus because I still use it in the pool and will be using it if/when I do the DM training stuff in the pool... but I have since replaced it in my diving stable with a BP/W.
I regret buying yum-yum yellow fins when I am swimming in the ocean where they look stupid, but I don't regret them when I am swimming in a quarry with less than 5 foot visibility.
I regretted buying an Suunto SK7 until I replaced the horrible wrist boot with a bungie mount.
That's all I can think of for now.
sfdiver140
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Hi Matt I do compensate but even with equilization it will still smash against my nose a nice small nose needed or just try it on at your LDS. It is a great mask if it fits I always take it anyway and keep trying to get the perfect position so not to smash my "shnnozz" - happy diving - steve
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Snap sights underwater camera. rated to 100'. It never leaked, but when I rewound the film and open the case, the film had not rewound and all my pictures were ruined. Never will I buy a film camera again.
A wetsuit with the titanium coating on the inside. Bit** to put on. Althought it is one of my warmest wetsuits!
Sherwood adjustable snorkel. The snorkel comes off the clip when doing a back roll entry!
Sherwood adjustable snorkel. The snorkel comes off the clip when doing a back roll entry!
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Well, I have too many toys.
But for regrets? Not buying better gear on the go in. I have bulletproof stuff now, but I essentially wasted a lot of money by not buying what was the best.
But for regrets? Not buying better gear on the go in. I have bulletproof stuff now, but I essentially wasted a lot of money by not buying what was the best.
renegade17
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An air (hose) integrated computer. Should've bought a wrist computer.
A BC. I never use it anymore and I spent over $638 on it! I can't even bring myself to use it in the pool.
One of those octo holders that hold the mouthpiece in a ball.
A non-din reg. Din is rugged as well as easy to operate and will be more versatile in my future training.
A BC. I never use it anymore and I spent over $638 on it! I can't even bring myself to use it in the pool.
One of those octo holders that hold the mouthpiece in a ball.
A non-din reg. Din is rugged as well as easy to operate and will be more versatile in my future training.
walke121
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An engagement ring!!!!
Also a 32' World Cat, won't ever buy a catamaran again.
Simrad Radar, should've spent the $3g more and bought Furuno in the first place, now I have a radar dome sitting in my garage
Also a 32' World Cat, won't ever buy a catamaran again.
Simrad Radar, should've spent the $3g more and bought Furuno in the first place, now I have a radar dome sitting in my garage
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