Hello

George · 23rd April 2007, 15:46

Hi,
I am Recreational Trimix Instructor, but I am a Cop for a living. I have been diving since the late 1980s. I have accumulated many dives in the Great Lakes, North Carolina, Sea of Cortez, Bahamas, Carribean, and Florida where I currently reside. I also am certified and have a few hours with a Dolphin Rebreather. Aside from fewer bubbles, I did not find the Dolphin real practical. By the time you add its weight, the bail out, and the extra weight required for the breathing loop; it was just as heavy or heavier than twin 100's. I consider twin 100's safer than a Dolphin and more versatile. I am interested in closed circuit rebreathers as I can see distinct advantages in using these on deeper dives. I sold my twin 135s as I don't feel that I can safely carry these on my back along with a couple of stage bottles on a boat. I am getting older and do not desire to break a hip (That's supposed to be a joke).

RAL · 23rd April 2007, 16:03

Quote: (Originally Posted by George)

Hi,
I am Recreational Trimix Instructor, but I am a Cop for a living. I have been diving since the late 1980s. I have accumulated many dives in the Great Lakes, North Carolina, Sea of Cortez, Bahamas, Carribean, and Florida where I currently reside. I also am certified and have a few hours with a Dolphin Rebreather. Aside from fewer bubbles, I did not find the Dolphin real practical. By the time you add its weight, the bail out, and the extra weight required for the breathing loop; it was just as heavy or heavier than twin 100's. I consider twin 100's safer than a Dolphin and more versatile. I am interested in closed circuit rebreathers as I can see distinct advantages in using these on deeper dives. I sold my twin 135s as I don't feel that I can safely carry these on my back along with a couple of stage bottles on a boat. I am getting older and do not desire to break a hip (That's supposed to be a joke).

Hey George welcome to the south. Don't stay too long or you will never want to move back north again.
If you live in the panhandle you may want to get ahold of Greg Stanton at Wakulla diving center, south of Tallahassee. He has a wide range of rebreathers on hand & will likely be a great resource.

Regards
RAL

23rd April 2007, 15:46	#1 (permalink)
George New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: May 2005 Location: Florida Posts: 2	Hello Hi, I am Recreational Trimix Instructor, but I am a Cop for a living. I have been diving since the late 1980s. I have accumulated many dives in the Great Lakes, North Carolina, Sea of Cortez, Bahamas, Carribean, and Florida where I currently reside. I also am certified and have a few hours with a Dolphin Rebreather. Aside from fewer bubbles, I did not find the Dolphin real practical. By the time you add its weight, the bail out, and the extra weight required for the breathing loop; it was just as heavy or heavier than twin 100's. I consider twin 100's safer than a Dolphin and more versatile. I am interested in closed circuit rebreathers as I can see distinct advantages in using these on deeper dives. I sold my twin 135s as I don't feel that I can safely carry these on my back along with a couple of stage bottles on a boat. I am getting older and do not desire to break a hip (That's supposed to be a joke).
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23rd April 2007, 16:03	#2 (permalink)
RAL Longbottom Time Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: North Florida Posts: 391	Re: Hello Quote: (Originally Posted by George) Hi, I am Recreational Trimix Instructor, but I am a Cop for a living. I have been diving since the late 1980s. I have accumulated many dives in the Great Lakes, North Carolina, Sea of Cortez, Bahamas, Carribean, and Florida where I currently reside. I also am certified and have a few hours with a Dolphin Rebreather. Aside from fewer bubbles, I did not find the Dolphin real practical. By the time you add its weight, the bail out, and the extra weight required for the breathing loop; it was just as heavy or heavier than twin 100's. I consider twin 100's safer than a Dolphin and more versatile. I am interested in closed circuit rebreathers as I can see distinct advantages in using these on deeper dives. I sold my twin 135s as I don't feel that I can safely carry these on my back along with a couple of stage bottles on a boat. I am getting older and do not desire to break a hip (That's supposed to be a joke). Hey George welcome to the south. Don't stay too long or you will never want to move back north again. If you live in the panhandle you may want to get ahold of Greg Stanton at Wakulla diving center, south of Tallahassee. He has a wide range of rebreathers on hand & will likely be a great resource. Regards RAL __________________ The sea does not care about you.
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