My First KISS in New South Wales

markbonnar · 29th March 2006, 03:56

I've got this new bit of dive gear (Classic KISS #238) that I know very little about so I figured that I'd sign up to Rebreather World. Hello.

My first question's got nothing to do with diving however. I'm pretty new to web lists and I'd like to know how you lot all get cool names like 'CaveSeeker' etc. etc. and I end up with plain old 'markbonnar' (which is my name by the way)

I'm currently taking some KISS training at Southern Cross Divers in Sydney (although I'm from Scotland) with Barry Hallett. So far so good. I had my first dive on the 'unit' at the weekend - fantastic! I've been diving OC for 15 years and after one CC dive I'm pretty sure I'll never go back.

First thing on the site which has caught my eye is the Narked@90 stand/handle. I'm pretty sure that's going to be the first add-on, although I am going to try and keep it pretty standard for a while based on some good advice from Steve Pearson as our local club who dives a Mk15.

So, I'm glad to be here and happy to recieve tips from all you seasoned Rebreather divers out there.

Mark

Fifi · 29th March 2006, 04:47

Hi Mark
Welcome to Rebreather World, just a suggestion maybe get your training from someone who has done a substantial amount of Diving on the Kiss units.
In saying they are a nice simple unit and really enjoyable to dive.

Fifi

MHD · 29th March 2006, 05:10

Quote: (Originally Posted by Fifi)

Hi Mark
.

Fifi

OK guessing comp for australian members. who is hiding behind FIFI

But of history for those that don't remember. FIFI is Pawel's pet dog, and was once given credit for more CCR knowledge than certain Austrailian CCR divers. (diveoz slagging match)

So given that and this person is suggesting that Barry may not be the best person to train with (and hence has it in for barry), and best guess says has been in a serious disagreement with Pawel to take on his dogs name, I reckon the person would have to be ????
(how's the weather there mate

, I believe it's 27 and windy today)

Matt

Jason Blackwell · 29th March 2006, 06:12

a real dog?

Andy Del · 29th March 2006, 06:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by markbonnar)

My first question's got nothing to do with diving however. I'm pretty new to web lists and I'd like to know how you lot all get cool names like 'CaveSeeker' etc. etc. and I end up with plain old 'markbonnar' (which is my name by the way)

I'm currently taking some KISS training at Southern Cross Divers in Sydney (although I'm from Scotland) with Barry Hallett. So far so good. I had my first dive on the 'unit' at the weekend - fantastic! I've been diving OC for 15 years and after one CC dive I'm pretty sure I'll never go back.

First thing on the site which has caught my eye is the Narked@90 stand/handle. I'm pretty sure that's going to be the first add-on, although I am going to try and keep it pretty standard for a while based on some good advice from Steve Pearson as our local club who dives a Mk15.
Mark

Hi Mark

Hang about SXD, you'll see one of those KISSS stands in action, I just have to get in the water (X fingers for Saturday) soon, or it may get ugly at work...

Mike · 29th March 2006, 07:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by MHD)

OK guessing comp for australian members. So given that and this person is suggesting that Barry may not be the best person to train with (and hence has it in for barry), and best guess says has been in a serious disagreement with Pawel to take on his dogs name, I reckon the person would have to be ????
Matt

Like that narrows it down...
Are there any CCR divers in Aust who;
Wouldn't take a dig at Baz at any opportunity?
Haven't had a disagreement with Pawel?

Actually, whilst it's tempting to look to the west for a solution, perhaps the dog hasn't strayed far from home at all?

Mike

***caveseeker7*** · 29th March 2006, 12:54

Quote: (Originally Posted by Mike)

Like that narrows it down...
Are there any CCR divers in Aust who;
Wouldn't take a dig at Baz at any opportunity?
Haven't had a disagreement with Pawel?

And not in Aus.

Matty, Pawel is a member,
though hasn't been around in while.
IP adresses and ISPs are different, by the way.

wizbang · 29th March 2006, 21:20

Hi Caveseeker7, thanks for taking a look to check.
Please keep an eye on it please, sock puppets are a tiresome nuisance.

Hi markbonnar , welcome aboard, sorry for the teething probs on your first post. Rebreather World is a nice place to hang, ask questions and answer a few when you can.

I did my KISS course through Big Bad Bazza. With the water out front/back and oodles of dives to long reef it is a pretty good spot. There are also some experienced KISS divers that frequent the shop so you can pick their brains one on one and see their kit for ideas and problem solving.

Hope you enjoy the new unit.

Karlos · 31st March 2006, 06:57

Quote: (Originally Posted by wizbang)

Hi Caveseeker7, thanks for taking a look to check.
Please keep an eye on it please, sock puppets are a tiresome nuisance.

Hi markbonnar , welcome aboard, sorry for the teething probs on your first post. Rebreather World is a nice place to hang, ask questions and answer a few when you can.

I did my KISS course through Big Bad Bazza. With the water out front/back and oodles of dives to long reef it is a pretty good spot. There are also some experienced KISS divers that frequent the shop so you can pick their brains one on one and see their kit for ideas and problem solving.

Hope you enjoy the new unit.

and we have Skiffiiiiies...!!! and Coopers..... Just got home ....how did your Misses treat you Mark....

Deepdiver · 31st March 2006, 15:23

Hi Mark,

I also came all the way over from the UK to train with Baz....I realy enjoyed my time with SXD and the training was excellent. I am looking forward to returning soon.........

29th March 2006, 03:56	#1 (permalink)
markbonnar New Member Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sydney Posts: 1	My First KISS in New South Wales I've got this new bit of dive gear (Classic KISS #238) that I know very little about so I figured that I'd sign up to Rebreather World. Hello. My first question's got nothing to do with diving however. I'm pretty new to web lists and I'd like to know how you lot all get cool names like 'CaveSeeker' etc. etc. and I end up with plain old 'markbonnar' (which is my name by the way) I'm currently taking some KISS training at Southern Cross Divers in Sydney (although I'm from Scotland) with Barry Hallett. So far so good. I had my first dive on the 'unit' at the weekend - fantastic! I've been diving OC for 15 years and after one CC dive I'm pretty sure I'll never go back. First thing on the site which has caught my eye is the Narked@90 stand/handle. I'm pretty sure that's going to be the first add-on, although I am going to try and keep it pretty standard for a while based on some good advice from Steve Pearson as our local club who dives a Mk15. So, I'm glad to be here and happy to recieve tips from all you seasoned Rebreather divers out there. Mark
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29th March 2006, 04:47	#2 (permalink)
Fifi Banned Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Classic Kiss MK 15.X Ouroboros Optima Titan rEvo Other CCR RB80 / Clone Dolphin Ray Azimuth Other SCR Home Build Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: rEvo Other CCR RB80 / Clone Dolphin Ray Azimuth Other SCR Home Build Not Bought Yet Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 2	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Hi Mark Welcome to Rebreather World, just a suggestion maybe get your training from someone who has done a substantial amount of Diving on the Kiss units. In saying they are a nice simple unit and really enjoyable to dive. Fifi
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29th March 2006, 05:10	#3 (permalink)
MHD Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Home Build Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia Posts: 240	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Quote: (Originally Posted by Fifi) Hi Mark . Fifi OK guessing comp for australian members. who is hiding behind FIFI But of history for those that don't remember. FIFI is Pawel's pet dog, and was once given credit for more CCR knowledge than certain Austrailian CCR divers. (diveoz slagging match) So given that and this person is suggesting that Barry may not be the best person to train with (and hence has it in for barry), and best guess says has been in a serious disagreement with Pawel to take on his dogs name, I reckon the person would have to be ???? (how's the weather there mate , I believe it's 27 and windy today) Matt
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29th March 2006, 06:12	#4 (permalink)
Jason Blackwell Bloody Rebreathers! Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Optima Dolphin Ray Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Vision Evolution Classic Kiss Dolphin Ray Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA Posts: 361	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales a real dog? __________________ Jason Blackwell TDI Instructor Trainer #1358 Optima...Inspiration/Evolution...KISS...and what is next??? www.divedivedive.com.au OZTeK '09 March 2009 Sydney, Australia www.diveoztek.com.au
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29th March 2006, 06:38	#5 (permalink)
Andy Del Classic KISSer Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Australia, Sunny Sydney Posts: 403	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Quote: (Originally Posted by markbonnar) My first question's got nothing to do with diving however. I'm pretty new to web lists and I'd like to know how you lot all get cool names like 'CaveSeeker' etc. etc. and I end up with plain old 'markbonnar' (which is my name by the way) I'm currently taking some KISS training at Southern Cross Divers in Sydney (although I'm from Scotland) with Barry Hallett. So far so good. I had my first dive on the 'unit' at the weekend - fantastic! I've been diving OC for 15 years and after one CC dive I'm pretty sure I'll never go back. First thing on the site which has caught my eye is the Narked@90 stand/handle. I'm pretty sure that's going to be the first add-on, although I am going to try and keep it pretty standard for a while based on some good advice from Steve Pearson as our local club who dives a Mk15. Mark Hi Mark Hang about SXD, you'll see one of those KISSS stands in action, I just have to get in the water (X fingers for Saturday) soon, or it may get ugly at work... __________________ Yellow - the colour of greatness!
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29th March 2006, 07:38	#6 (permalink)
Mike Prism 'prentice Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Evolution Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Melbourne Posts: 325	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Quote: (Originally Posted by MHD) OK guessing comp for australian members. So given that and this person is suggesting that Barry may not be the best person to train with (and hence has it in for barry), and best guess says has been in a serious disagreement with Pawel to take on his dogs name, I reckon the person would have to be ???? Matt Like that narrows it down... Are there any CCR divers in Aust who; Wouldn't take a dig at Baz at any opportunity? Haven't had a disagreement with Pawel? Actually, whilst it's tempting to look to the west for a solution, perhaps the dog hasn't strayed far from home at all? Mike __________________ Open ....... Closed Mind ........ Loop
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29th March 2006, 12:54	#7 (permalink)
*caveseeker7* Who loves ya, baby Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Too far from Neverland Posts: 5,419	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Quote: (Originally Posted by Mike) Like that narrows it down... Are there any CCR divers in Aust who; Wouldn't take a dig at Baz at any opportunity? Haven't had a disagreement with Pawel? And not in Aus. Matty, Pawel is a member, though hasn't been around in while. IP adresses and ISPs are different, by the way. __________________ Cheers Stefan "Political Correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.'!"
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29th March 2006, 21:20	#8 (permalink)
wizbang WEB MERMEN Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Dolphin Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Vision Evolution Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Dolphin Home Build Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Perth Australia Posts: 385	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Hi Caveseeker7, thanks for taking a look to check. Please keep an eye on it please, sock puppets are a tiresome nuisance. Hi markbonnar , welcome aboard, sorry for the teething probs on your first post. Rebreather World is a nice place to hang, ask questions and answer a few when you can. I did my KISS course through Big Bad Bazza. With the water out front/back and oodles of dives to long reef it is a pretty good spot. There are also some experienced KISS divers that frequent the shop so you can pick their brains one on one and see their kit for ideas and problem solving. Hope you enjoy the new unit.
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31st March 2006, 06:57	#9 (permalink)
Karlos New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 55	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Quote: (Originally Posted by wizbang) Hi Caveseeker7, thanks for taking a look to check. Please keep an eye on it please, sock puppets are a tiresome nuisance. Hi markbonnar , welcome aboard, sorry for the teething probs on your first post. Rebreather World is a nice place to hang, ask questions and answer a few when you can. I did my KISS course through Big Bad Bazza. With the water out front/back and oodles of dives to long reef it is a pretty good spot. There are also some experienced KISS divers that frequent the shop so you can pick their brains one on one and see their kit for ideas and problem solving. Hope you enjoy the new unit. and we have Skiffiiiiies...!!! and Coopers..... Just got home ....how did your Misses treat you Mark....
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31st March 2006, 15:23	#10 (permalink)
Deepdiver Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Evolution Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Adelaide SA Posts: 100	Re: My First KISS in New South Wales Hi Mark, I also came all the way over from the UK to train with Baz....I realy enjoyed my time with SXD and the training was excellent. I am looking forward to returning soon......... __________________ WWW.SEAWAYSCUBA.COM.AU WHAT WE DO IN LIFE ECHO’S IN ETERNITY Learn to dive today, learn to teach tomorrow - then live your life forever!
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