Soon to be new Optima Diver

kawasakign · 24th March 2008, 18:43

So just recieved my Optima from board member IDS_Bill and everything looks great. IDS_Bill took extra care in packaging and everything was included as stated and even some extras that I wasn't counting on (like SAFT batteries, offset D rings, extra case cover. Its a metal handset Optima and I can't wait to get her wet. Course that might be a few months as training around me (Chicago) and free time might have her pushed towards the end of summer. Plus I hear I might need a card with Adv Nitrox on it first.

I got hooked on rebreathers long ago, and after trying units out in the pool and looking at the technology I think the Optima is a good match for me. So I'll prob be looking for training locally before flying out for it. By locally I mean within road trip distance so that prob means WI for me.

In the mean time while she set in the room, anything I can do to make extend her life? I'm guessing if I can spare the space leave her unpacked and covered? Close off any openings to the head and hoses so no creepy crawlers get a new home in her?

**Dsix36** · 24th March 2008, 18:49

Quote: (Originally Posted by kawasakign)

So just recieved my Optima from board member IDS_Bill and everything looks great. IDS_Bill took extra care in packaging and everything was included as stated and even some extras that I wasn't counting on (like SAFT batteries, offset D rings, extra case cover. Its a metal handset Optima and I can't wait to get her wet. Course that might be a few months as training around me (Chicago) and free time might have her pushed towards the end of summer. Plus I hear I might need a card with Adv Nitrox on it first.

I got hooked on rebreathers long ago, and after trying units out in the pool and looking at the technology I think the Optima is a good match for me. So I'll prob be looking for training locally before flying out for it. By locally I mean within road trip distance so that prob means WI for me.

In the mean time while she set in the room, anything I can do to make extend her life? I'm guessing if I can spare the space leave her unpacked and covered? Close off any openings to the head and hoses so no creepy crawlers get a new home in her?

Excellent choice in Rebreather.

Make very sure that all the parts are fully dry before closing up for storage. I was told to leave dissassembled for storage. That way the o-rings will not develop any flat spots. I leave mine in a storm case and just inspect for cockroaches and such before assembly.

**sfldiver** · 24th March 2008, 19:27

Congratulations on getting the Optima!

I've had mine since August of 2007 and I love it. Been diving it every chance I get, which is usually every weekend, weather permitting of course.

Definitely keep an eye on the Optima and Florida S.C.R.U.B.'s Forum sections on this site, because they contain and regularly post valuable real world advice about the Optima.

Good luck with your class and enjoy your rebreather!

***ScubaDadMiami*** · 24th March 2008, 20:16

Congratulations on your Optima! You will love it. I just don't know how you will be able to let it sit there for so much time before training so that you can start using it.

zmcave · 24th March 2008, 21:01

Congrats on your new toy!!
best,
Zé.

Tony_Q · 24th March 2008, 22:33

You should be able to do your Advanced Nitrox in parallel with the O2ptima Course, that's the way I did it (TDI).

Given you have plenty of time to wait till you dive it, this is probably a good opportunity to play with pulling the unit apart (and putting it back together) and giving it a good clean and service eg checking orings, battery terminals in handsets etc.

Unit may have been clean when shipped to you, so not need cleaning, but it will help you get familiar with the kit.

It is a great unit to dive, you should be very happy with it.

Regards,
Tony

danktex · 24th March 2008, 22:42

Congratulations. I am getting close to pulling the trigger on a rebreather as soon as I make my mind up on which one.

kawasakign · 25th March 2008, 18:56

Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex)

Congratulations. I am getting close to pulling the trigger on a rebreather as soon as I make my mind up on which one.

I couldn't resist. I would still call myself a beginner on OC if I had to classify myself, but from what I hear you relearn all of your skills all over again on CC. Have you had a chance to go demo units? Boy did it feel like that first day in the pool on OC when I demo'd a few of them.
Which units are you considering?

stgaghan · 30th March 2008, 03:10

Yes I too just pulled the trigger and ordered my O2ptima. having trouble locating 27cf or 30 tanks. but my class isnt till the end of may (Pete from Diverite is teaching) but still I will miss my Dolphin, but it was time to move on......Think my wife will buy that story

dvrstev · 30th March 2008, 14:30

Welcome aboard, you made a good choice. Love my unit.

stages of rebreather diver

1. what the hell did I get myself into
2. yea I'm liken this
3. just little bit more practice
4. oh yea almost as good as sex
5. do I have to come out of the water
6. how can I extend my bottom time for days

24th March 2008, 18:43	#1 (permalink)
kawasakign New Member Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 15	Soon to be new Optima Diver So just recieved my Optima from board member IDS_Bill and everything looks great. IDS_Bill took extra care in packaging and everything was included as stated and even some extras that I wasn't counting on (like SAFT batteries, offset D rings, extra case cover. Its a metal handset Optima and I can't wait to get her wet. Course that might be a few months as training around me (Chicago) and free time might have her pushed towards the end of summer. Plus I hear I might need a card with Adv Nitrox on it first. I got hooked on rebreathers long ago, and after trying units out in the pool and looking at the technology I think the Optima is a good match for me. So I'll prob be looking for training locally before flying out for it. By locally I mean within road trip distance so that prob means WI for me. In the mean time while she set in the room, anything I can do to make extend her life? I'm guessing if I can spare the space leave her unpacked and covered? Close off any openings to the head and hoses so no creepy crawlers get a new home in her?
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24th March 2008, 18:49	#2 (permalink)
Dsix36 Going Down? Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: florida Posts: 856	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Quote: (Originally Posted by kawasakign) So just recieved my Optima from board member IDS_Bill and everything looks great. IDS_Bill took extra care in packaging and everything was included as stated and even some extras that I wasn't counting on (like SAFT batteries, offset D rings, extra case cover. Its a metal handset Optima and I can't wait to get her wet. Course that might be a few months as training around me (Chicago) and free time might have her pushed towards the end of summer. Plus I hear I might need a card with Adv Nitrox on it first. I got hooked on rebreathers long ago, and after trying units out in the pool and looking at the technology I think the Optima is a good match for me. So I'll prob be looking for training locally before flying out for it. By locally I mean within road trip distance so that prob means WI for me. In the mean time while she set in the room, anything I can do to make extend her life? I'm guessing if I can spare the space leave her unpacked and covered? Close off any openings to the head and hoses so no creepy crawlers get a new home in her? Excellent choice in Rebreather. Make very sure that all the parts are fully dry before closing up for storage. I was told to leave dissassembled for storage. That way the o-rings will not develop any flat spots. I leave mine in a storm case and just inspect for cockroaches and such before assembly. __________________ THE MORE THAT I LEARN, THE MORE THAT I STILL NEED TO LEARN!!!!!!
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24th March 2008, 19:27	#3 (permalink)
sfldiver Team Optima Diver Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pompano Beach, FL Posts: 635	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Congratulations on getting the Optima! I've had mine since August of 2007 and I love it. Been diving it every chance I get, which is usually every weekend, weather permitting of course. Definitely keep an eye on the Optima and Florida S.C.R.U.B.'s Forum sections on this site, because they contain and regularly post valuable real world advice about the Optima. Good luck with your class and enjoy your rebreather! __________________ *Currently piloting & shooting...* Dive Rite O2ptima FX Rigged w/ a Dsix Custom Aluminum Frame, Nomad Wing, Transpac Harness and VR3 Computer w/ VPM-B/E & a 4th Cell Sensor Link.* Canon PowerShot G9 Digital Camera *Rigged in a Patima-PDCH 2008 G9 Aluminum Housing w/ an Inon UWL-100 Achromat Wide Conversion Lens, 2 Inon UCL-165M67 Close-Up Lenses and 2 Inon Z-240 Strobes.
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24th March 2008, 20:16	#4 (permalink)
*ScubaDadMiami* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Florida, USA Posts: 1,890	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Congratulations on your Optima! You will love it. I just don't know how you will be able to let it sit there for so much time before training so that you can start using it. __________________ Howard Packer IANTD CCR Instructor Miami Beach, Florida CCRDiveTraining.com
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24th March 2008, 21:01	#5 (permalink)
zmcave www.rebreather.com.br Current Rebreather/s: Optima Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Optima Dolphin Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Brazil Posts: 170	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Congrats on your new toy!! best, Zé.
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24th March 2008, 22:33	#6 (permalink)
Tony_Q New Member Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 40	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver You should be able to do your Advanced Nitrox in parallel with the O2ptima Course, that's the way I did it (TDI). Given you have plenty of time to wait till you dive it, this is probably a good opportunity to play with pulling the unit apart (and putting it back together) and giving it a good clean and service eg checking orings, battery terminals in handsets etc. Unit may have been clean when shipped to you, so not need cleaning, but it will help you get familiar with the kit. It is a great unit to dive, you should be very happy with it. Regards, Tony
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24th March 2008, 22:42	#7 (permalink)
danktex New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 15	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Congratulations. I am getting close to pulling the trigger on a rebreather as soon as I make my mind up on which one.
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25th March 2008, 18:56	#8 (permalink)
kawasakign New Member Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 15	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex) Congratulations. I am getting close to pulling the trigger on a rebreather as soon as I make my mind up on which one. I couldn't resist. I would still call myself a beginner on OC if I had to classify myself, but from what I hear you relearn all of your skills all over again on CC. Have you had a chance to go demo units? Boy did it feel like that first day in the pool on OC when I demo'd a few of them. Which units are you considering?
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30th March 2008, 03:10	#9 (permalink)
stgaghan New Member Current Rebreather/s: Optima Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.E. Mid-Atlantic Posts: 2	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Yes I too just pulled the trigger and ordered my O2ptima. having trouble locating 27cf or 30 tanks. but my class isnt till the end of may (Pete from Diverite is teaching) but still I will miss my Dolphin, but it was time to move on......Think my wife will buy that story Last edited by stgaghan : 30th March 2008 at 03:11. Reason: I can't spell
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30th March 2008, 14:30	#10 (permalink)
dvrstev New Member Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: California, Maryland Posts: 42	Re: Soon to be new Optima Diver Welcome aboard, you made a good choice. Love my unit. stages of rebreather diver 1. what the hell did I get myself into 2. yea I'm liken this 3. just little bit more practice 4. oh yea almost as good as sex 5. do I have to come out of the water 6. how can I extend my bottom time for days
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