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I've acquired a Versa Pro console, and I'd like to know how I go about removing the computer from the console in order the change the battery. I've changed the battery on a wrist mount computer, my Veo 250, but not from a console. I don't to risk breaking it in my attempt.

There's another thread already which asks a question about whether anyone is guilty of ditching their weights. What I'd like to know is WHY or in what dangerous situation would one ditch their weights?:dork2:

As very new diver I have started my ascent at a point defined by the divemaster (1000 PSI, 750 PSI ...etc).

What numbers should I keep track of so if at any point my buddy has a loss of air we can share without having to compromise ascent rates?

Any rules of thumb or general comments are appreciated.

25 Years, 25 Weeks, Save $250 off Silver Anniversary Weeks
Destinations: Fiji , Belize , Turks & Caicos , Kona, Hawaii , Palau , Cayman Islands , Utila, Honduras , North Sulawesi , Maldives


Travel on our Silver Anniversary Weeks and save $250 per person on 25 inclusive, week-long scuba adventures from Belize to Hawaii and the Maldives to Palau. This 25-Year Anniversary special will save divers a grand total of over $100,000.00!

Our '250 for 25' silver anniversary special is just one of many ways we are showing our appreciation to divers throughout the world for making Aggressor Fleet their live-aboard of choice.

Divers may save $250 off the standard rate on the following Aggressor Fleet live-aboard cruises:


Belize Aggressor III
July 18-25, 2009
August 8-15, 2009
August 29-September 5, 2009

Cayman Aggressor IV
May 30-June 6, 2009
September 26-October 3, 2009

Fiji Aggressor II
April 11-18, 2009
June 6-13, 2009
June 27-July 4, 2009
Sept 5-12, 2009

Kona Aggressor II
April 25-May 2, 2009
August 1-8, 2009
August 22-29, 2009

Maldives Aggressor
May 10-17, 2009
September 27-October 4, 2009
November 1-8, 2009

North Sulawesi Aggressor
June 27-July 4, 2009
July 25-August 1, 2009
September 12-19, 2009
September 19-26, 2009
December 5-12, 2009

Palau Aggressor II
June 28-July 5, 2009
October 18-25, 2009

Turks & Caicos Aggressor II
August 8-15, 2009
August 15-22, 2009
December 5-12, 2009

Utila Aggressor
May 23-30, 2009
July 4-11, 2009
July 18-25, 2009
November 14-21, 2009

I have seen Hammerhead Scuba products referred to here on this board but the web site and phone number are broken. Are they in business? If so, how can they be contacted? If not, did they change their name?

This is Brand New IN the Carrying POD

Includes
1 3mm xl full suit
1 carrying pod
1 instadry towel
1 instadry ballcap

Asking 140.00 plus shipping for the suit
I bought this at a charity auction and it won't fit me it is to big I need a large

Insta DryŽ® Full Jump SZ XL
The most sophisticated, high-performance suit Henderson makes, the Insta Dry has outstanding thermal qualities. Its top-of-the-line neoprene doesn't suffer from compression at depth, yet does slowly conform to the unique shape of the diver's body so that after several dives it begins to fit more like a custom suit. This full jumpsuit also boasts an anti-microbial interior that promotes suit-to-skin contact for a full-body seal, yet won't hold the little nasties that cause funky wetsuit smells. Neo Skin seals at the cuffs and an adjustable collar also protect against water exchange. After the dive, this suit sheds water quickly and is dry, ready for the next adventure in minutes.

I am looking to O2 clean and rebuild a two stage Haskel booster unit (AGT). Does anyone know a good reasonable source(s) for this service.

I am leaving for Bonaire before Reefphoto can promise the patim housing ,but they have one of the new Fisheye for the canon g10 .South Florida Diver any comments should I wait tell next trip? I have not used either brand before.Thanks Mike

I will be teaching a VIP class on February 8 in Naperville, IL. If you've wanted to learn how to do the visual inspections on your cylinders, this is the class for you. In addition to learning how to perform inspections, we'll also tear apart some valves and cover light cleaning of cylinders. We'll start around 9 AM. PM me if interested.

Precision Diving - Visual Inspection Procedures Course

The dive op in Florida I dive with is planning a trip to Morehead City NC June 24, 25, and 26 2009. The cost of the trip is only $475, and includes 3, 2 tank dives and lodging in a dive lodge. tank fill's or rentals are not included. Spearfishing and lobster hunting is permited. We will also be trying to photograph some sand tiger sharks! We will be driving down, so we can all caravan.

Jen and I will be going. I know most of the group from Florida who usually goes on these trips, and have been to the Bahamas, Utila and Tobago with them, and can honestly say, you won't find nicer people!

If you are interested, curious or have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me!

Dan
gcfd61@aol.com

DUI ran a special promotion with Sports Chalet last year. Are you planning to have the same event this year?

Just want to say hello and wish every one a happy new year. I'm going to Hawaii in May and can't wait to go diving.:D

Hi Guys,
I actually have been to PDC before, 2 years ago, but for a very short period. This time I am going to spend 7 days and will have my Family and significant others as company.

3 of us are divers, and the other 4 do some snorkeling.

When I was there I did a dive at Moc-che shallow and Jardines. They were both nice dives. I also did the Cenotes Dos Ojos and La Ponderosa which were amazing!

As far as cenotes go I thinking of hitting the same ones again, unless you tell me there are some other amazing ones.

What else should I dive? I thought about the wreck, seems pretty cool.

As for the whole family, what beaches you guys think we should visit, things we could do, etc...?

Thanks so much for your tips

Hi Guys,
I actually have been to PDC before, 2 years ago, but for a very short period. This time I am going to spend 7 days and will have my Family and significant others as company.

3 of us are divers, and the other 4 do some snorkeling.

When I was there I did a dive at Moc-che shallow and Jardines. They were both nice dives. I also did the Cenotes Dos Ojos and La Ponderosa which were amazing!

As far as cenotes go I thinking of hitting the same ones again, unless you tell me there are some other amazing ones.

What else should I dive? I thought about the wreck, seems pretty cool.

As for the whole family, what beaches you guys think we should visit, things we could do, etc...?

Thanks so much for your tips

I am a new diver and interested in going to a exhibit/show this year to purchase new equipment. I live in CT and heard there were some shows in the tri-state area or mass. Can anyone inform if the scubaboard lists these sites or if you know of any in this area and when?
Thanks
J:)

I am a new diver and interested in going to a exhibit/show this year to purchase new equipment. I live in CT and heard there were some shows in the tri-state area or mass. Can anyone inform if the scubaboard lists these sites or if you know of any in this area and when?
Thanks
J:)

A good friend of mine is shipping off to Iraq for a year, and I'd like to get an idea of what I can send to him.

I've asked Senor Google, and he has a lot of good suggestions, but most seem tailored to troops who are out on the front lines. My bud is an officer and as far as I can tell he's going to be stationed full-time at Camp Victory in the green zone. So I don't know if stuff like foot powder and moleskin is going to be quite as useful for him (though if there's a general shortage of stuff like that maybe he can give them away to those who need it)? Similarly, I now know the base has stuff like movies, coffee, cafeteria food etc. (and here I thought everyone just got MREs all day and night), but I have no idea what kind of quantities/variety are involved (e.g., would general stuff like instant or fresh ground coffee, cookies, etc. be usable or just redundant)?

So anyways, I know there are a lot of military peeps here so I thought I'd ask if anyone had suggestions on what kind of amenities would make life easier on-base (and also, suggestions on what NOT to send - I know he likes durian of all things, but I gotta think about the other troops too).

Thanks!

I have been chatting with someone about how to handle a free flowing reg.

Please state the following before your answer:
Years certified:
Certifications held:
Agency:
Number of dives:
And if you are an instruc or DM how long have you been one:

Situation 1: A buddy team of 2 divers begin a dive. A minute or so into the dive one diver has a free flow. After several attempts to stop it, the reg continues to free flow. Divers are about 15' deep. It is a one tank dive and each diver only has one tank. It will be the only dive of the day. How should each member of the buddy team respond to this situation? Please outline a step by step response for each member

Situation 2: A buddy team of two divers are on a dive and 30 minutes into the dive at 55' one diver begins to have a free flow and after several attemps it will not stop. Both divers have 800 psi. It is a one tank dive and each diver only has one tank. It will be the only dive of the day. How should each member of the buddy team respond to this situation? Please outline a step by step response for each member.


Next:
What skills should one have or practice that would help a diver to be able to follow the outline you have listed above?

For Sale
M/L ScubaPro X-Tek BCD w/Rec-Tek Wing
3" Wenoka Squeeze Lock Knife, Blunt
Used three times since purchase

Will email pictures on request

Price: $350 USD (o.b.o.) + shipping

Please call Adam
403-381-8476 (H)
403-360-5457 (W)

*Also have Aqualung Titan Regulator w/Glacia 2nd stage and US Divers Octopus and Dive Rite NiTek Computer for sale
*Will sell all items as a package, please inquire

PADI OWSI Course
February 2009
Seven Seas Scuba
www.sevenseasscuba.com

Seven Seas Scuba, a PADI 5-Star IDC Facility located in Vancouver, WA, is hosting a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) course in February 2009. Specific dates are: February 6 (evening meet and greet/orientation), 7-8 (all day), and 13-16 (all day). Course details including pricing and prerequisites for attending can be found online here.

[Divemasters seeking to become OWSIs, we are offering an Assistant Instructor course to be completed prior to this OWSI course (Jan. 24-31). Please contact us for more details].

Please direct questions to Jon Daane, General Manger, at 360.260.9969 or by email at info@sevenseasscuba.com.