Lana
Holmes
Hong Kong
Item: Cochran EMC-20H Computer
Price: 995.00
Purchased From: Local direct sales rep
I just got the new Cochran computer and it has a user replaceable
battery and is programmable to 0.1% nitrox when other computers
and only do ± 2%. It also does all calculations every one
second when any other computer does no better than every 4 seconds.
Recommend: Yes |
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Mark
Warner
Huntsville, AL
Item: Cochran Nemesis IIa Nitrox
Price: $1000.00
Local Purchase: yes
The computer has lasted since 1995, the internal lithium battery
has now failed. You are supposed to return to the unit to Cochran
to be replaced. Only thing is they do not support the product anymore.
They wanted me to buy a new unit($1800.00). The computers are good,
but no long term support for something as a simple internal battery
replacement now makes unsure of buying another computer from them.
Cessi still supports a regulator I bought in 1981.
Recommend: No |
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Simon
Chang
Taipei, Taiwan
Item: Hertenberger U/W Torch
Price: USD $ 850
Where Purchased : Germany
I'm an U/W videographer and instructor. I purchased this light over
5 years ago and loved it then. Super white intense lighting for
night dives. Best thing is it has 3 settings, 100% to 75% to 50%
intensity. When on full 100% blast, one charge lasts 45 minutes.
Simply the best light out there, nothing brighter or more reliable.
A bit pricey though.
Recommend:
Yes |
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Simon
Chang
Taipei, Taiwan
Item:
MARES, Vector 1000 BCD
Price:
USD $ 950
Local
Purchase: yes
Great
for teaching, love the big D rings and the dump valve is great for
inverted deflation of BC. Only problem is it's not that durable.
BCD pockets already have fraying from over use? Also, it's been
in storage for a few years and when I got it out of the dive gear,
the dump valves all are stuck together and there were some flakes
in side the BCD, white plastic or dried out silicone flakes? The
mouth piece is specked with mildew which can't be washed off. Overall,
pretty good BCD but I know there are better ones out there.
Recommend:
No |
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Sattya
Sukhu
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Item: Exceed Electric Wetsuit
Price: $89.00
Online Purchase: yes
This is the most comfortable wetsuit I have ever owned. The colors
are great for visibility underwater. I highly recommend this suit.
Recommend: Yes |
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K.
Johanson
USA
Item: Aquamundo Wave Cutter Fins
Price: $77.00
Local Purchase: yes
Bought a pair of Aquamundo wave cutter fins when I was in the Philippines
and love the ease in performance and design of foot pocket and quick
release buckles. It's a great pair of fins to have and very affordable.
I recommend you check out their line of gear if ever you visit the
Philippines.
Recommend: Yes |
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Jimi
Devine
Lynn MA
Item: Zeagle Tech BC
Price: $700
Local Purchase: yes
This bc is awesome. Its very comfortable and adjustable and easily
switchable to 2 tanks. Its all clips in the front and the integrated
weights are perfect for warm water diving because it eliminates
the need for a shorty. Although this bc is a top pick for northeast
ice divers. 6 drings on the front aswell for clipping your gizmos
onto.
Recommend: Yes |
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Alicia
Bartek
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Item: Max holding systems tank and speargun rack
Price: $110.00
Online Purchase: yes
Went out in some pretty rough seas the other day with a new suction
mount rack i purchased. The thing worked great and shocked the heck
out of me. I strongly recommend it if you don't want to drill your
boat like me.
Recommend: Yes |
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AS
Jakarta
Item: Aqualung Bali 3mm Wetsuit
Local Purchase: yes
Very satisfied, have used it constantly and have had no problems,
quite hardy and wasnt very expensive
Recommend: Yes |
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Scott
Alkema
Jenison
Item: Scubapro Twin Jet Fin
Price: $170
Local Purchase: yes
Excellent fins. ! tried two different types and just kept going
back to these. Bit pricey but worth every penny. Really makes for
easy effortless swim.
Recommend: Yes |
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Scott
Acton
Item: Black Diamond BC
Price: $700.00
Where Purchased: Locally
Great B.C. does everything you could want, and then some. I'm an
instuctor, and has lot's of lift.
The new locking weight pouches are great!
Recommend: Yes |
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R.
Ferguson
USA
Item: Tracit Dive Log
Price: 39.95
Where Purchased: Online
Easy to use windows based dive log and dive planner. Includes all
sorts of information for printing your log book.
Recommend: Yes |
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Vish
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Item: Aqualung Legend LX Regulator
Price: US$ 450
Where Purchased: Singapore Distributor
This reg is fantastic, my bottom time has improved due to the efficiency
of this reg. I would recommend it highly.
Recommend: Yes |
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Dannie
J. Coleman
Bristol Wisconsin , USA
Item: ANDY'S drysuit D3 Cordura
Price: $1900.00 w/undies
Where Purchased: Local
Dove alot of drysuits but this one is the best. Ease of entry, comfort
and durability. I am an instructor, and this one takes all the abuse
I can dish out.
Recommend: Yes |
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TJ
Minneapolis, MN
Item: Mares HUB Avantgarde
Price: $860
Where Purchased: Online
Excellent set up. It's all there, every time. Gets a bit heavy w/integrated
weights, regulator, gauge computer. Lots of value if in need of
all equipment. Does not come with gauge/computer.
Recommend: Yes |
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Mike
Auger
Ottawa, Canada
Item: Cressi Aqua pro 5 BCD
Price: $499.00 can. dol.
Where Purchased: Local
Great bcd, comfortable fit, lots of places to clip things on to.
Comes with hose clips to secure octo, and one for the guages. Pockets
are vilcro fastened which can be a bit difficult to open under water
if your not familiar with it. Built in lumbar support for oower
back support. I like the partial weight integration (up to 12lbs)
this means less weight to put on the belt. I am thuroughly happy
with mine. Great for novice or advanced divers.
Recommend: Yes |
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Jackie
Tampa, FL
Item: Sea Elite Sport BCD
Price: $159
Where Purchased: Local
Bought this as my first BCD-as a student, money was tight and I
had been persuded against ordering online by talk of grey market
equipment- wish I hadn't have listened and spent money on a brand
instead. BC is a pain ot deflate and tends to hold air-have to squeeze
myself to get down. Underwater, swims ok-fairly comfy and little
drag, but the inflator has begun to leak already.
Recommend: No |
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Ervin
Barron
Nova Scotia, Canada
Item: Dacor Xtreme Access Console
Price: $750
Where Purchased: Local
Batteries in the H/P Transmitter die very fast I like the computer
but have to remember to remove the batteries after each dive or
the will die.
Recommend: No |
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Ramon
Valencia
California, USA
Item: Atomic Aquatics M1 Regulator
Price: $600.00
Where Purchased: Local
Great reg., breaths very smoothly, breathing effort is the same
at 10 feet and 100+ feet, O2 compatible, nice extended exhaust,
very comfortable mouthpeice, Looks cool too!
Recommend: Yes |
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Robert
Paulin
Pelham, Alabama
Item: Oceanic Model OP 20t dive light
Price: $ 300.00
Where Purchased: Local
Hand held aluminum housing - 20 watt halogen bulb. Do not break
the bulb removing the battery for charging ( the bulb is attached
to the battery )I've been trying for a month to get a replacement
bulb. Not only can I not get the bulb, Oceanic does not know how
much it will cost. The bulb, I was told cannot be purchased locally.
It comes from over seas and appears that its not available yet.
If you decide to purchase this light, I would suggest checking to
see if replacement bulbs are available.
Recommend: No |
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James
Hawksworth
South Korea
Item: Henderson Gold Core Farmer John
Price: $289
Where Purchased: Online
Excellent 3mm suit. As advertised, it is very easy to get in and
out of, dries very fast, and fits superb. Comes in a wide range
of sizes. I'm 5'10, 170 lbs, 32 waist, 40r chest and the medium
large fits as if tailor made. Another great suit by Henderson.
Recommend: Yes |
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James
Dyas
England
Item: Drager Ray
Price: £1,200
Where Purchased: Local
Diving using the ray rebreather is great but the unite is prone
to have a few problems and it seems there is no such thing as an
aftersales sevice centre it is impossible to get any sort of spares
or repairs within 4 to 5 months.
Recommend: No |
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J.
Wassermann
Australia
Item: Mares Lirica, tech black
Price: AU$105
Where Purchased: Local
Tried the Mares Opera first but didn't like it (many do like the
Opera). Then I tried the Lirica and I was sold! The drop lens is
wicked.
Recommend: Yes |
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Cory
Duecker
Humble
Item: Oceanic Chute II
Where Purchased: Local
Fantastic BC! Excellent lift, lots of D-rings, good pockets, trim
weight pockets, easy to use inflator, and outstanding comfort. If
Oceanic added a tank saftey strap it would be perfect!
Recommend: Yes |
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Victoria
Israel
Item: ScubaPro Jetfins
Price: $100
Where Purchased: Local
It seems that the design of the Jetfin hasn't changed much over
the last two (or three?) decades. Either they are out of fashion,
or the JetFin achieved the highest level of evolution... A small
kick in the water, a huge leap forward...
Recommend: Yes |
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Chris
Starke, FL, USA
Item: Rig 2 tech BC
Price: $600.
Where Purchased: Online
Very satisfied, comfortable adjusts easily. will handle doubles
standard 75 lift will do 150. Durable many dives on mine have seen
on ebay for 300-350.
Recommend: Yes |
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Gary
Forberg
Tacoma, Wa.
Item: Dacor Viper Regulator
Price: about $450.
Where Purchased: Local
Great breathing reg if its set up right, some friends also have
one... those like mine set right are great, those set off just a
bit are terrible.... dont buy it unless ya have a top notch service
man.
Recommend : Yes |
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Yariv
Haifa, Israel
Item: Suunto Vyper (computer)
Price: $350
Where Purchased: Local
Excellent device! Supports air & nitrox&gauge modes! LCD
screen is big and clear. Uncountable number of options. Pc portable.
Recommend: Yes |
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Paul
Frankiewicz
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Item: UK D-8 diving light
Price: $122.00 Can inc. tax & extra grip
Where Purchased: Local
UK D-8 dive light. When you dive at night or in deep water where
darkness is a problem this is a good flood light.Very bright white.
It is big and heavy, but under water it doesn't matter that much.
Don't buy lantern handle, buy pistol grip. I purchased the pistol
grip, had to pay extra $10.00, now I'm happy. And my wrist is too.
The nylon lanyard is a joke. It is a shoe lace with automotive thick
wall rubber hose. Mine is in the garbage! Exactly where it belongs.
Invest in good lanyard UK cut the corner here. Overall very good
light, I personaly like it.
Recommend: Yes |
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Mac
Smith
Jacksonville, FL
Item: Dacor Viper Metal Reg. 436012
Price: $369.950
Where Purchased: Local
Very good Regulator, No freeflow troubles, ease of breathing.
Recommend: Highly recommended |
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Jon
C Cheris
Wellsville, PA
Item: Sherwood Regulator Brut SRB5 100
Price: $139.00
Where Purchased: Online
dive store price $ 240.00. very satisfied.
Recommend: Yes |
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Jonathon
Putnam
Ft Bragg, NC
Item: Mares Synchro Power BCD
Price: $700?
Where Purchased: Local
I think it is a great BC. Only done 2 dives with it but am very
happy with its performance so far.
Recommend: Yes |
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Jonathon
Putnam
Ft Bragg, NC
Item: Mares MR 12 /Axis Reg
Where Purchased: Local
I am happy with it but have not had any time to test it too much.
So far no bad points.
Recommend: Yes |
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David
Scott
Saudi Arabia
Item: Sherwood Maximus Regulator
Price: USD $300
Where Purchased: Local
This regulator coupled with a good console and Sherwoods Minimus
octopus is without doubt one of the best regs I've tried/own. The
hoses are long enough not to hinder head movement with the adjustments
capable of providing air under the most demanding of depth and temperatures.
Recommend: Yes |
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Samuel
S Hilburg
Moshav Netzer Hazani D.N.Chof Azza Israel
Item: 3mm Wetsuit Sepa Subline
Price: 700 New Is. Shekel
Where Purchased: Other - Manf. store
Fits very well has life time guaranty on seams and zipper.
Recommend: Yes |
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Hedinn
Olafsson
Iceland
Item: Poseidon complete equipment
Price: $2000
Where Purchased: Catalog
GREAT EUIPMENT!!
Recommend: Yes |
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Mark
Lloyd
Reeuwijk, The Netherlands
Item: Backplate & Halcyon Wings
Price: fl. 1500.00
Where Purchased: Local Dealer
Great system, wanted something that would last longer and perform
better than my current BC.
Loved it and would highly recommend it to anyone else.
Recommend: Yes |
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Andy
Sidek
Singapore
Item: Mare Volo Fins
Price: SGD $180.00
Where Purchased: Local Dive Shop Retailer
The fins have very good control when finning.Less effort is being
used as compared to other conventional paddle fins. It is the best
fins I've used so far.
Recommend: Yes |
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David
Lopez
Orlando, Florida, USA
Item: Camera Sea & Sea MX-10
Price: $500.00
Where Purchased: Local
Excellent camera , just wish the operator was as good as the camera.
Recommend: Yes |
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Iman
Abdul Madjid
Bali - Indonesia
Item: Mares BCD ( Vector 1000 )& Regulator ( Rubi )
Price: Vector 1000 $ 600 & Rubi $ 400
Where Purchased: Other (in my dive club)
Review
Vector 1000 is very good for your balance in the sea water and Rubi
is very cool regulator.
Recommend: Yes |
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Charles
mason
Spartanburg, SC, USA
Item: Sherwwood Maximus,Aeris BCD,Henderson wetsuit,Genesis computer
Price: Total$1800.
Where Purchased: Local
Review
Have only dove once since purchase. Was satisfied with those two
dives (on same day).
Recommend: Yes |
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Mike
Karon
Lubbock, Texas USA
Item: Cochran , Gemini Computer
Price: 850.00
Where Purchased: Local
Review
If you want a real dive computer look at the Cochran line they are
truely the best. I bought the Gemini and had it upgraded to nitrox
shortly after buying it . I have over 50 dives on it and it works
great. It does everthing that you would ever want and more. If the
navy uses it that should tell you something.
Recommend: Yes |
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Katie
Bower
Huddersfield, UK
Item: delayedaid
Price: £29.95
Where Purchased: Online
Review
The delayedaid, simply helps divers to deploy their delayed SMB
quicker and easier. It attaches to your reel and your delayed SMB
and allows divers to fill their delayed smb without trying to hold
the thing open at the same time. I'm impressed and would recommend
it to all divers who use a delayed SMB. I downloaded an order form
from the web site after seeing video footage which can also be viewed
on the site.
Recommend: Yes |
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Ricardo
Ruy Peña
Los Mochis, Sinaloa Mexico
Tusa Imprex Octo
Price: $88 USD
Where Purchased: Online
Review
Very Good until 100 ft after that it gets dificult to breath.
Recommend: Yes |
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John
M. Nemecek
Zlin, Czech Republix
Item: Scubapro's S-TEC 2 pc.s neoprene
Price: approx. US$320.00
Where Purchased: Local
Review
Fantastic, except the hood should be rather attached to the main
part of the suit and not to the "shorty" overcoat!
Recommend: Yes |
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Phil
Semenuk
Whitmore Lake, Michigan U.S.A.
Akona / Dive Bag AKB142
Price: $195.00
Where Purchased: Local
Review
This bag is the best bag I've seen in a long time. It has room enough
for two divers' equipment. I had a zipper pull break off and took
the bag into the dive center I bought it from, not only did they
not charge me for repairs, they gave me a brand new bag. No questions.
Recommend: Yes |
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Mickey
Sulam
Modi'in ISRAEL
Item: Zeegle BC
Price: $650
Where Purchased: Local
Review
VERY satisfied. Worth every cent. Very comfortable. My dive buddy
bought one too with me and he's very satisfied as well.
Recommend: Yes |
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Diane
G. Johnson
Phoenix, Arizona
Item: Sherwood Oasis Regulator
Where Purchased: Dive Shop, Not Local
Review
Oasis reg's, they are the best, I've tried other brands & I
always return to Sherwood, for ease of maintenace they have great
customer service & their product is dependable.
Recommend: Yes |
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Tom
Hoppe
Warwick
Item: Shearwood/BC
Price: $275.00
Where Purchased: Local
Review
One of my latest purchases was my Shearwood BC, the Silhouette.
It's quite comfortable with the placements of the adjustable straps,
and the padded cumberbund.
The only downfall is the lack of D-rings. The Silhouette model has
been offered with little to no change for over 15 years, that in
itself must mean something. Besides, for the money I couldn't pass
it up. I realize this is starting to sound like a sales pitch, it
was in noway to intended in this way.
Recommend: Yes |
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Tony
Bridge
Makati City, Manilla
Item: Mares Volo Fins
Price: $132 USD
Where Purchased: Local
Review
Fantastic, using these fins requires a lot less effort in the water.
As a sufferer of frequent calf cramp, the reduced effort in using
these fins has made a huge difference to my diving enjoyment. The
innovative strap release mechanism means once the strap size is
set adjustment is no longer required for each use.
Recommend: Yes |
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Domenica
Macchia
Floral Park, NY
Item: Suunto Stinger
Price: 489.00
Where Purchased: Other
Review
I bought this item in England, it was not yet available in the US
I will be trying it out in two weeks. The manual is very explicit,
and it certainly looks cool.
Recommend: Yes |
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Hector
Sachez
Valencia
Item: Dacor Xtreme Access Console
Price: $750
Where Purchased: Local
Review
It´s a great computer, nice display, back-light, comfortable.
JUST EXCELLENT.
Recommend: Yes |
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Steve
Woerner
Huffman
Item: Oceanic BC Chute 2
Price: $400
Where Purchased: Local
Review
Outstanding BC! Great fit and comfort. Lots of D rings and large
wt. pockets
Recommend: Yes |
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William
Brookhart
Brooklyn
Item: Dacor Viper Tech Reg
Price: $300
Where Purchased: Local
Review
Great reg, the only problem is occasional free flow. very comftable
at all depths with good performance.
Recommend: Yes |
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Marty
Strasburg co.
Item: Tusa Reg set and computer
Price: $725.00
Where Purchased: Catalog
Review
The only thing I didn't like about the regs is the mouth piece that
comes with them. I purchased a new mouth piece and love them. I
rented all the other brands before I bought and only like 2 other
brands as good, but they cost considerably more.
Recommend: Yes |
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Andres
Munoz
Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela
Item: Oceanic SP-4 / Alpha 7 /slimline
Price: 210 US$
Where Purchased: Other
Review
Excellent High Demand Balanced Piston Regulator, light weight, even
tested sharing air at 110 ft and no overbreathing. Fully satisfied.
Recommend: Yes |
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Crab
Ovezande, Netherlands
Item: Polar Bear / Dry suit
Price: $1,200
Where Purchased: Local
Review
Very good dry suit. Fit's well.
I suggest the heavy duty boots when you dive in water with lot's
of shell's at the entry and exit points. The original boots are
soft and they leak fast.
Recommend: Yes |