hello there!

ian76 · 5th May 2008, 15:15

Right, where do i start!? I´m taking my first into tech diving (dsat tec deep) and the question is, do i buy twin tanks, wings and all the rest. or do i just buy a re breather now. the devil in me says buy a re breather immediately. but before i make any rash decisions i thought it would make sense to ask people with a bit more experience. and if yes which one!! i would appreciate any advice on this topic. cheers Ian.

PS. forgot to write this at the beginning. i´m Ian and live in Germany. nice to meet you all. that is if anyone writes back!!

**Lake_Tahoe_Diver** · 5th May 2008, 16:55

Welcome to the group.

jkaterenchuk · 5th May 2008, 17:15

I went the direct route and purchased a good used eCCR. Now that I have some experience it was the right decision for me.

There are lots are articles and postings to help you make your decision. Just invest some time to read them.

John

**sfldiver** · 5th May 2008, 17:22

Quote: (Originally Posted by ian76)

Right, where do i start!? I´m taking my first into tech diving (dsat tec deep) and the question is, do i buy twin tanks, wings and all the rest. or do i just buy a re breather now. the devil in me says buy a re breather immediately. but before i make any rash decisions i thought it would make sense to ask people with a bit more experience. and if yes which one!! i would appreciate any advice on this topic. cheers Ian.

PS. forgot to write this at the beginning. i´m Ian and live in Germany. nice to meet you all. that is if anyone writes back!!

Hi Ian,

Generally, if you are serious about making the leap into technical diving, it makes little sense to make any large investments into open-circuit equipment, so I'd say go the route of a rebreather.

Selecting a rebreather can be a tough decision. If you can demo a few, that is usually a good way to get better acquainted with the different models and the difference between each one. There are several different types and you will get varying opininons about why each one is best.

I suggest you do lots of reading on this site, as you will find an endless stream of information that will help you with your decision. Also, try and find rebreather divers in your area and talk to them and have them show you their rebreathers and explain to you why they like theirs.

Other then that, post any specific quesions you may have here online and I assure you that someone will help you out.

Best of luck to you!

weirdo1 · 6th May 2008, 05:58

Skip the “bulky-and-heavy-OC-tech-twinset-phase”. I did! No fun in carrying heavy dive gear.

CCR diving is lots more fun! (sounds like a PADI statement, I know)

5th May 2008, 15:15	#1 (permalink)
ian76 New Member Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: May 2008 Location: germany Posts: 1	hello there! Right, where do i start!? I´m taking my first into tech diving (dsat tec deep) and the question is, do i buy twin tanks, wings and all the rest. or do i just buy a re breather now. the devil in me says buy a re breather immediately. but before i make any rash decisions i thought it would make sense to ask people with a bit more experience. and if yes which one!! i would appreciate any advice on this topic. cheers Ian. PS. forgot to write this at the beginning. i´m Ian and live in Germany. nice to meet you all. that is if anyone writes back!!
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Lake_Tahoe_Diver Enjoying the silence Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Reno, Nv. (Lake Tahoe) Posts: 187	Re: hello there! Welcome to the group. __________________ Scuba Diving,the only sport where it is good to be in over your head....
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jkaterenchuk . Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: Lititz, PA Posts: 805	Re: hello there! I went the direct route and purchased a good used eCCR. Now that I have some experience it was the right decision for me. There are lots are articles and postings to help you make your decision. Just invest some time to read them. John
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sfldiver S.C.R.U.B.'S Photographer Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pompano Beach, FL Posts: 784	Re: hello there! Quote: (Originally Posted by ian76) Right, where do i start!? I´m taking my first into tech diving (dsat tec deep) and the question is, do i buy twin tanks, wings and all the rest. or do i just buy a re breather now. the devil in me says buy a re breather immediately. but before i make any rash decisions i thought it would make sense to ask people with a bit more experience. and if yes which one!! i would appreciate any advice on this topic. cheers Ian. PS. forgot to write this at the beginning. i´m Ian and live in Germany. nice to meet you all. that is if anyone writes back!! Hi Ian, Generally, if you are serious about making the leap into technical diving, it makes little sense to make any large investments into open-circuit equipment, so I'd say go the route of a rebreather. Selecting a rebreather can be a tough decision. If you can demo a few, that is usually a good way to get better acquainted with the different models and the difference between each one. There are several different types and you will get varying opininons about why each one is best. I suggest you do lots of reading on this site, as you will find an endless stream of information that will help you with your decision. Also, try and find rebreather divers in your area and talk to them and have them show you their rebreathers and explain to you why they like theirs. Other then that, post any specific quesions you may have here online and I assure you that someone will help you out. Best of luck to you! __________________ *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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weirdo1 New Member Current Rebreather/s: rEvo Other Rebreather/s: rEvo Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 45	Re: hello there! Skip the “bulky-and-heavy-OC-tech-twinset-phase”. I did! No fun in carrying heavy dive gear. CCR diving is lots more fun! (sounds like a PADI statement, I know) __________________ Weirdo has rEvolved
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