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Scuba Forum / General / April 2006Fresh meat w/dive question!
Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: a.. Got Certified in 1968 @ YMCA, OW in Lake Michigan b.. Did a bunch of diving in Florida, California and up in the PNW. c.. Didn't dive for several years, convinced wife to start, went through NAUI course with her. Took her to Belize this past Feb. and she is now hooked, even likes cold water since I got her a drysuit. It has been interesting reading most of the posts, some very knowledgeable divers here! There are exceptions, such as the persistent flamers, who inundate their posts with redundant expletives, indicating a lack of vocabulary, intelligence or both. Seems some have a problem with contractions as well, such as "your" instead of "you're", repeated often enough so it is obviously not a typo. For those in the "knowledgeable" group, I would like your ideas on "save a dive gear". I usually take an extra mask + spare strap, fins + extra strap, batteries, O-rings and often take spare reg. and computer if going to out of the way places. What else would be a good idea to include? Regards, Dan Danlw schrieb: > I usually take an extra mask + spare strap, fins + extra strap, batteries, > O-rings and often take spare reg. and computer if going to out of the way > places. So do I. Usually I also have my Deco 2000, an additional watch, a "buddy line", snorkel, reel, SMB and spare torch. This buddy line is an approx. 7 ft/0.25" line, wich can be used for quite a lot of things under water. These things go all into my pockets. Additionally I also take my toolbox with me, just for the case. :-) The only thing I'd like to add in the near future is oxygen. Either as stage tank with it's own reg or as Wenoll system. But that's another story.  SignatureRegards, Oliver > Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: > [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > > What else would be a good idea to include? Here's my "Save-A-Dive" kit (Also known as "Popeye's Magic Bag"): http://makeashorterlink.com/?Q1AC22F85 Main Bag: 1) Quattros, 2 pair. 2) Tank cam strap, spare 3) Delrin Spool, 50m 4) Wrist compass 5) Retractor/compass 6) Vyper 7) Dacor Nitrox 8) 3) 3-C lights 9) 1) 8-D light 10) 9 asst tables 11) Wetnotes 12) 2 bundles zip strips, 2 lengths 13) 15' web harness 14) Spare lift bag, 50# 15) 20' shock cord, 2 sizes 16) Tank pressure checker 17) 3 pairs gloves, light, medium, heavy 18) Reg plug ratchet wrench 19) 2) 2AAA lights 20) SeaDrops, 8 oz, nfs 21) Dive alert 22) Collapsible dive flag 23) 2) LPI hoses, spare 24) 1 reg hose 25) River Stick 26) 2 hoods 27) First aid kit 28) 2 masks in boxes w/ defog 29) OMS seatbelt cutter 30) 2 powder coated carabineers 31) Half mill skin 32) 3 mill shortie Dry Box 1 1) 30 hits Triptone 2) Sinex Utrafine, the best 3) SeaDrops 4) Viton O-rings, 40 ct 5) Silicone tub 6) Wetnote pencil Dry Box 2 1) O2 analyzer 2) LPI pressure gauge 3) 1) 1AAA light Tool Bag 1) Tech lube 2) Spare fin strap w/ buckle 3) Spare fin strap w/o 4) White paint marker 5) LP blowgun 6) Spray food grade silicone 7) 8" bulldog spanner 8) Tank knob tool 9) Spare mouthpiece 10) Spare SPG Parts Bag 1) Crotch strap 2) Sun lotion 3) Insect repellent 4) Mask scrub/cleaner 5) Hose adapter fittings 6) Z knife 7) Spare dive watch 8) Cyalume sticks 9) 2 Snorkel keepers 10) 15 regulator plugs DIR Kit 1) 22 pcs SS hardware 2) 3 D-rings 3) 5' shock cord 4) 3 serrated keepers 5) Spare buckle 6) Spare SS boltsnap 7) 4" bulldog spanner 8) 6" bulldog spanner I keep my BP/W on the tank, with shears, spool, liftbag. Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for lead. Signature"The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storms terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore." - Vincent van Gogh www.finalprotectivefire.com > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. I assume the "seperate shoulder bag for lead" includes spare magazines and ammo, right? > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. Yes. You forgot to mention that your home, sort of, travels with you. Lee >> Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for >> lead. > > Yes. You forgot to mention that your home, sort of, travels with you. > > Lee :-) But that was a cut and paste from a 4 year old post. Signature"The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storms terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore." - Vincent van Gogh www.finalprotectivefire.com >> Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: >> [quoted text clipped - 116 lines] > > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? Please butterball.......................Like you'd go anywhere without this in your "magic bag" : McDonalds Menu Main Menu a.. Big Mac b.. Big N Tasty c.. Big N Tasty w/ Cheese d.. Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese e.. Double Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese f.. Crispy Chicken g.. Chicken McGrill h.. Filet-O-Fish i.. Double Cheeseburger j.. Cheeseburger k.. Hamburger l.. Chicken McNuggets (4) m.. Chicken McNuggets (6) n.. Chicken McNuggets (9) o.. McSalad Shaker Chef Salad p.. McSalad Shaker Garden Salad q.. McSalad Shaker Grilled Chicken Caeser Salad Side Dishes a.. Small French Fries b.. Medium French Fries c.. Large French Fries d.. Super Size French Fries Breakfast a.. Egg McMuffin b.. Sausage McMuffin c.. Sausage McMuffin w/ Egg d.. Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit e.. Sausage Biscuit f.. Sausage Biscuit w/ Egg g.. Ham, Egg & Cheese Bagel h.. Sreak, Egg & Cheese Bagel i.. Spanish Omelet Bagel j.. Sausage Breakfast Burrito k.. Big Breakfast l.. Deluxe Big Breakfast m.. Hotcakes & Sausage n.. Apple Danish Desserts a.. Baked ApplePie b.. Stawberry Sundae c.. Hot Fudge Sundae d.. Hot Caramel Sundae e.. Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream Cone f.. Oreo McFlurry g.. M & M McFlurry h.. Butterfinger McFlurry i.. Fruit n Yogurt Parfait j.. Fruit n Yogurt Parfait - snack size k.. McDonaldland Cookies l.. Fresh Baked Cookies Beverages a.. Thick n Creamy Shake - Vanilla, Chocolate or Strawberry b.. Coca-Cola, Diet Coke or Sprite c.. Coffee d.. Tea e.. Orange Juice f.. 1% Milk I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. >> Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: >> [quoted text clipped - 114 lines] > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. And some people thought the rig was work related....pfff! LD. > "Danlw" <danlw7@nospamcomcast.net> wrote in message >> What else would be a good idea to include? > [quoted text clipped - 93 lines] > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. Wow. That is some list Popeye. Am going to have to go to the LDS a few times. Thanks, Dan <snip prime example of anal retentiveness> >> I keep my BP/W on the tank, with shears, spool, liftbag. >> [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > Wow. That is some list Popeye. Am going to have to go to the LDS a few > times. Thanks, Dan I worked on a dive boat in West Palm, so I saw a lot of what broke. I may have a better way to ask your question, check out my new thread. >> Wow. That is some list Popeye. Am going to have to go to the LDS a few >> times. Thanks, Dan > > I worked on a dive boat in West Palm, so I saw a lot of what broke. > > I may have a better way to ask your question, check out my new thread. Am going to follow that thread. Ought to be interesting. Dan > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. I didn't see a kitchen sink anywhere in your list. >> Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for >> lead. > > I didn't see a kitchen sink anywhere in your list. Listed in the wet bar bag. Signature"The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storms terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore." - Vincent van Gogh www.finalprotectivefire.com > >> Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > >> lead. > > > > I didn't see a kitchen sink anywhere in your list. > > Listed in the wet bar bag. I must have missed that section... I bet that, at the end of the day, that's the most interesting part of the kit. Looks like you add something to "be prepared". How about a personal defirillator? George >> Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: >> [quoted text clipped - 114 lines] > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. > Looks like you add something to "be prepared". How about a personal > defirillator? > > George If there's a DIR guy there, I can just use his cannister light. You must have fun going through airport security these days... >>Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: >> [quoted text clipped - 114 lines] > Can anyone think of anything I forgot? I have a seperate shoulder bag for > lead. > You must have fun going through airport security these days... I drive to dive, Doc. Although there were rumors of rumors of scuba in faraway lands... > I usually take an extra mask + spare strap, fins + extra strap, batteries, > O-rings and often take spare reg. and computer if going to out of the way > places. > What else would be a good idea to include? First, I suggest you expand what you carry to local places. Problems are not limited to remote locations. I carry a spare mask everyplace since I had one fall apart as the boat left the dock. Lucky for me, someone had a loaner. I carry a complete spare regulator pretty much everyplace as well. You didn't mention tools for normal regulator assembly. A Scuba Tool, by the way, isn't quite as versatile as advertised. I carry one or two box end wrenches as well. My kit also includes defog, O ring lubricant, a few zip ties, all the port plugs from all the regulators I've ever owned and some Advil. Lee >You didn't mention tools for normal regulator assembly. A Scuba Tool, by >the way, isn't quite as versatile as advertised. I carry one or two box end >wrenches as well. ... I agree with Lee. A couple simple tools can often save a dive. I also suggest that you ask the technician at your local dive center to show you how to adjust your 2nd stages to stop a free flow. This isn't rocket science, but you need to see it done before you try it. A quarter turn or less (in the right place!) can save a dive. SignatureCharlie Hammond -- Hewlett-Packard Company -- Ft Lauderdale FL USA (hammond@not@peek.ssr.hp.com -- remove "@not" when replying) All opinions expressed are my own and not necessarily my employer's. >> I usually take an extra mask + spare strap, fins + extra strap, >> batteries, O-rings and often take spare reg. and computer if going to out [quoted text clipped - 15 lines] > > Lee I do take tools, zip ties and extra reg mouth piece. I just started using 500 PSI defog, seems to work pretty good. Didn't think about a spare port plug. Going to have to get a bigger bag ;) Thanks, Dan > I do take tools, zip ties and extra reg mouth piece. I just started using > 500 PSI defog, seems to work pretty good. > Didn't think about a spare port plug. Going to have to get a bigger bag > ;) I've tried 500 psi. My mask fogged the worst it ever has. It was on a night dive and the fogging was so bad that I no sooner rinsed my mask out than it was fogged again. I had to ascend using another diver's light as a reference. I could not see any of my gauges. I don't know what the problem was. You're not the only person that seems to like the stuff. I threw mine away. The port plugs are small. Lee >> ;) > [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > Lee I have been putting it on dry, then very good rinse. Have had it last a couple dives--1 hr SI. Guess I can squeeze a couple plugs in ;). Thanks, Dan > Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: > [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > > Regards, Dan Allow me......... http://www.geocities.com/grumman581/welcome-rec-scuba.htm > For those in the "knowledgeable" group, I would like your ideas on "save a > dive gear". [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > What else would be a good idea to include? $300 cash that you don't budget for any other use. Cam >> For those in the "knowledgeable" group, I would like your ideas on "save >> a [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > > Cam Cash is the most likely the thing needed most on dive trips. Usually for the bar bill more than dive gear :) Thanks all for the dive gear recomendations. Dan If you do any cold water diving, you never leave home without duct tape. Al Bottoms Up Divers > Been "lurking" for awhile, time to post. Short history: > [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > > Regards, Dan |
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