New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest?

ardhill · 10th November 2007, 13:30

Hi

OK, so I am not quite a new Rebreather 'diver' as I haven't done MOD1 yet, but am booked on it.

I am not looking for a book on "What is a Rebreather" or the differences in the different types of breathers. I know what unit I want and why, I just have to wait till my MOD 1 date to get diving on it.

I have heard of:

Mastering Rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic but it looks to me like a "What is a Rebreather" book. I could be wrong as I haven't actually seen a copy. I would get it if it was going to do me any good, but I would rather not spend the money on buying it and shipping it from he USA to the UK if it isn't going to tell me anything I need.

I have also seen in the RBW shop "Rebreather Fundamentals" DVD, but haven't seen any comments or reviews on it.

And finally I see Cedric has a pdf book "Nitrox Rebreather Diving", though again, I haven't seen any reviews or comes, so know nothing about it.

Basically I want something that tells me about starting to dive a rebreather, something I will find useful leading up to and beginning to dive my chosen CCR unit. I don't really want to spend the money or time (I have dyslexia, so reading anything does take me time) getting something of little value.

I do have the manual from the manufacturer, and expect to get the IANTD manual from my instructor soon and I have read everything I can find on the unit on RBW.

So, can anyone shed some more light on the 3 items I mentioned above, or suggest anything else?

Thanks

Gilles · 10th November 2007, 13:47

I recommend the material publish by Verdier in his DirRB website

DIRrebreather - Rebreather Standards, Training, Procedures and Equipment for CCR and SCR Rebreather divers

Gary Graham · 10th November 2007, 13:58

Paul,

What is your chosen rebreather out of interest?

I only ask as there's a good book on the Inspiration I could recommend, if that's your choice of CCR.

Dive safe,

Gary

ardhill · 10th November 2007, 14:18

Quote: (Originally Posted by Gary Graham)

What is your chosen rebreather out of interest?

I only ask as there's a good book on the Inspiration I could recommend, if that's your choice of CCR.

Hi Gary

I have seen a few things for the Inspirations, but I am looking at the rEvo.

Thanks
.

netmage · 11th November 2007, 02:15

The rEvo is fairly new, so finding a unit specific book, other than the class manual might be difficult...

Fortunately some friends also went to DEMA, so I had one pick up a copy of Mel Clark's new book, which I (and a few other smarter folks) recommend. (Now available on RBW store....)

Also, a must read article here...
http://www.rebreatherworld.com/gener...e-ccr-ops.html

I'm in the same boat, just w/ a meg... I spent last sunday tearing through two buddies units over beers and I walked away w/ his ANDI/IANTD books from class to read up...

-Tim

mountain diver · 11th November 2007, 02:41

Quote: (Originally Posted by ardhill)

Hi

OK, so I am not quite a new Rebreather 'diver' as I haven't done MOD1 yet, but am booked on it.

I am not looking for a book on "What is a Rebreather" or the differences in the different types of breathers. I know what unit I want and why, I just have to wait till my MOD 1 date to get diving on it.

I have heard of: Mastering Rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic
but it looks to me like a "What is a Rebreather" book. I could be wrong as I haven't actually seen a copy. I would get it if it was going to do me any good, but I would rather not spend the money on buying it and shipping it from he USA to the UK if it isn't going to tell me anything I need.

I have also seen in the RBW shop "Rebreather Fundamentals" DVD, but haven't seen any comments or reviews on it.

And finally I see Cedric has a pdf book "Nitrox Rebreather Diving", though again, I haven't seen any reviews or comes, so know nothing about it.

Basically I want something that tells me about starting to dive a rebreather, something I will find useful leading up to and beginning to dive my chosen CCR unit. I don't really want to spend the money or time (I have dyslexia, so reading anything does take me time) getting something of little value.

I do have the manual from the manufacturer, and expect to get the IANTD manual from my instructor soon and I have read everything I can find on the unit on RBW.

So, can anyone shed some more light on the 3 items I mentioned above, or suggest anything else?

Thanks

pick up the book mastering rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic,
it is still the best book out there for information and will do you good!

all the best.

ardhill · 11th November 2007, 11:29

Hi Tim

Quote: (Originally Posted by netmage)

The rEvo is fairly new, so finding a unit specific book, other than the class manual might be difficult...

Yep I know, so really I am looking for generic information.

Quote:

Fortunately some friends also went to DEMA, so I had one pick up a copy of Mel Clark's new book, which I (and a few other smarter folks) recommend. (Now available on RBW store....)

The tri mix book?

Quote:

Also, a must read article here...
http://www.rebreatherworld.com/gener...e-ccr-ops.html

I have that on pdf already thanks.

Thanks
.

ardhill · 11th November 2007, 11:30

Quote: (Originally Posted by mountain diver)

pick up the book mastering rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic,
it is still the best book out there for information and will do you good!

If it is worth getting, I have now found a source in the UK for it.

jptaylor9 · 11th November 2007, 12:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by ardhill)

I am not looking for a book on "What is a Rebreather" or the differences in the different types of breathers.

Try this link - What is a Rebreather? it covers the essential differences between OC, oxygen, semi-closed & closed circuit rebreathers, plus advantages/disadvantages.

ardhill · 11th November 2007, 13:24

Quote: (Originally Posted by jptaylor9)

Try this link - What is a Rebreather? it covers the essential differences between OC, oxygen, semi-closed & closed circuit rebreathers, plus advantages/disadvantages.

Thanks JP, I have that one on pdf already too

10th November 2007, 13:30	#1 (permalink)
ardhill RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland Posts: 55	New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Hi OK, so I am not quite a new Rebreather 'diver' as I haven't done MOD1 yet, but am booked on it. I am not looking for a book on "What is a Rebreather" or the differences in the different types of breathers. I know what unit I want and why, I just have to wait till my MOD 1 date to get diving on it. I have heard of: Mastering Rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic but it looks to me like a "What is a Rebreather" book. I could be wrong as I haven't actually seen a copy. I would get it if it was going to do me any good, but I would rather not spend the money on buying it and shipping it from he USA to the UK if it isn't going to tell me anything I need. I have also seen in the RBW shop "Rebreather Fundamentals" DVD, but haven't seen any comments or reviews on it. And finally I see Cedric has a pdf book "Nitrox Rebreather Diving", though again, I haven't seen any reviews or comes, so know nothing about it. Basically I want something that tells me about starting to dive a rebreather, something I will find useful leading up to and beginning to dive my chosen CCR unit. I don't really want to spend the money or time (I have dyslexia, so reading anything does take me time) getting something of little value. I do have the manual from the manufacturer, and expect to get the IANTD manual from my instructor soon and I have read everything I can find on the unit on RBW. So, can anyone shed some more light on the 3 items I mentioned above, or suggest anything else? Thanks __________________ Paul (Note: I currently don't dive a Rebreather, but dive OC. So if anything I say about rebreathers sounds suspect - it probably is)
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10th November 2007, 13:47	#2 (permalink)
Gilles Worship the feminine Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Den Haag (Netherlands) Posts: 762	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? I recommend the material publish by Verdier in his DirRB website DIRrebreather - Rebreather Standards, Training, Procedures and Equipment for CCR and SCR Rebreather divers __________________ Gilles http://www.dirrebreather.com
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10th November 2007, 13:58	#3 (permalink)
Gary Graham Classic KISS #103 Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: St Helens, UK Posts: 121	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Paul, What is your chosen rebreather out of interest? I only ask as there's a good book on the Inspiration I could recommend, if that's your choice of CCR. Dive safe, Gary __________________ CK#103
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10th November 2007, 14:18	#4 (permalink)
ardhill RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland Posts: 55	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Quote: (Originally Posted by Gary Graham) What is your chosen rebreather out of interest? I only ask as there's a good book on the Inspiration I could recommend, if that's your choice of CCR. Hi Gary I have seen a few things for the Inspirations, but I am looking at the rEvo. Thanks . __________________ Paul (Note: I currently don't dive a Rebreather, but dive OC. So if anything I say about rebreathers sounds suspect - it probably is)
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11th November 2007, 02:15	#5 (permalink)
netmage Tim Owens Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Coconut Creek, FL Posts: 738	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? The rEvo is fairly new, so finding a unit specific book, other than the class manual might be difficult... Fortunately some friends also went to DEMA, so I had one pick up a copy of Mel Clark's new book, which I (and a few other smarter folks) recommend. (Now available on RBW store....) Also, a must read article here... http://www.rebreatherworld.com/gener...e-ccr-ops.html I'm in the same boat, just w/ a meg... I spent last sunday tearing through two buddies units over beers and I walked away w/ his ANDI/IANTD books from class to read up... -Tim
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11th November 2007, 02:41	#6 (permalink)
mountain diver Silent Lucidity Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: edmonton, ab. Posts: 246	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Quote: (Originally Posted by ardhill) Hi OK, so I am not quite a new Rebreather 'diver' as I haven't done MOD1 yet, but am booked on it. I am not looking for a book on "What is a Rebreather" or the differences in the different types of breathers. I know what unit I want and why, I just have to wait till my MOD 1 date to get diving on it. I have heard of: Mastering Rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic but it looks to me like a "What is a Rebreather" book. I could be wrong as I haven't actually seen a copy. I would get it if it was going to do me any good, but I would rather not spend the money on buying it and shipping it from he USA to the UK if it isn't going to tell me anything I need. I have also seen in the RBW shop "Rebreather Fundamentals" DVD, but haven't seen any comments or reviews on it. And finally I see Cedric has a pdf book "Nitrox Rebreather Diving", though again, I haven't seen any reviews or comes, so know nothing about it. Basically I want something that tells me about starting to dive a rebreather, something I will find useful leading up to and beginning to dive my chosen CCR unit. I don't really want to spend the money or time (I have dyslexia, so reading anything does take me time) getting something of little value. I do have the manual from the manufacturer, and expect to get the IANTD manual from my instructor soon and I have read everything I can find on the unit on RBW. So, can anyone shed some more light on the 3 items I mentioned above, or suggest anything else? Thanks pick up the book mastering rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic, it is still the best book out there for information and will do you good! all the best.
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11th November 2007, 11:29	#7 (permalink)
ardhill RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland Posts: 55	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Hi Tim Quote: (Originally Posted by netmage) The rEvo is fairly new, so finding a unit specific book, other than the class manual might be difficult... Yep I know, so really I am looking for generic information. Quote: Fortunately some friends also went to DEMA, so I had one pick up a copy of Mel Clark's new book, which I (and a few other smarter folks) recommend. (Now available on RBW store....) The tri mix book? Quote: Also, a must read article here... http://www.rebreatherworld.com/gener...e-ccr-ops.html I have that on pdf already thanks. Thanks . __________________ Paul (Note: I currently don't dive a Rebreather, but dive OC. So if anything I say about rebreathers sounds suspect - it probably is)
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11th November 2007, 11:30	#8 (permalink)
ardhill RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland Posts: 55	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Quote: (Originally Posted by mountain diver) pick up the book mastering rebreathers by Jeff Bozanic, it is still the best book out there for information and will do you good! If it is worth getting, I have now found a source in the UK for it. __________________ Paul (Note: I currently don't dive a Rebreather, but dive OC. So if anything I say about rebreathers sounds suspect - it probably is)
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11th November 2007, 12:38	#9 (permalink)
jptaylor9 Sentinel Current Rebreather/s: Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: London, UK Posts: 321	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Quote: (Originally Posted by ardhill) I am not looking for a book on "What is a Rebreather" or the differences in the different types of breathers. Try this link - What is a Rebreather? it covers the essential differences between OC, oxygen, semi-closed & closed circuit rebreathers, plus advantages/disadvantages. Last edited by jptaylor9 : 11th November 2007 at 12:53.
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11th November 2007, 13:24	#10 (permalink)
ardhill RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland Posts: 55	Re: New Rebreather Diver - what books, DVD's etc do you suggest? Quote: (Originally Posted by jptaylor9) Try this link - What is a Rebreather? it covers the essential differences between OC, oxygen, semi-closed & closed circuit rebreathers, plus advantages/disadvantages. Thanks JP, I have that one on pdf already too __________________ Paul (Note: I currently don't dive a Rebreather, but dive OC. So if anything I say about rebreathers sounds suspect - it probably is)
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