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surferlove007 · 06-22-2009, 07:31 AM

WTG Crompsin! I recently got my scuba certification as well. I went ahead and invested in a really good mask, pair of fins, snorkel, scuba bag and dive knife. The place I got certified at had an amazing special $100.00 for a set of gear, I went ahead and indulged. My mask was about $125.00 regular without the special. Invest in a good mask, that's why your down there in the first place right. It's so much better having your own gear. I had borrowed their gear initially just to get a feel for what I liked and didn't which is a good way to go too. I agree when they say don't blow your money on regulators,BC, etc. Personally I hated the split fins, I got some aquablades.

My biggest advice is to take as much time as you need to allow your ears to clear when going down. Unfortunately I was the person who took 10 minutes to equalize and had to catch up with the group later on, but it wasn't worth harming my ears. Also never hold your breath!! Also breathe regularly.

06-22-2009, 07:31 AM	#25 (permalink)
surferlove007 Junkie	WTG Crompsin! I recently got my scuba certification as well. I went ahead and invested in a really good mask, pair of fins, snorkel, scuba bag and dive knife. The place I got certified at had an amazing special $100.00 for a set of gear, I went ahead and indulged. My mask was about $125.00 regular without the special. Invest in a good mask, that's why your down there in the first place right. It's so much better having your own gear. I had borrowed their gear initially just to get a feel for what I liked and didn't which is a good way to go too. I agree when they say don't blow your money on regulators,BC, etc. Personally I hated the split fins, I got some aquablades. My biggest advice is to take as much time as you need to allow your ears to clear when going down. Unfortunately I was the person who took 10 minutes to equalize and had to catch up with the group later on, but it wasn't worth harming my ears. Also never hold your breath!! Also breathe regularly. Last edited by surferlove007; 06-22-2009 at 07:34 AM..