WTB - Meg diver student kit

DarthVern · 17th September 2007, 21:16

Hey Gang

I broke down [funny pun] and finally bought a Meg and am going for training thru Bahamas Underground on Oct 1-8. I am in need of a new "Meg diver student kit" so I can read and be ready when I get there. Anyone know where I can buy one and get it shipped pretty quick?

Thanks
Vern

Freak214 · 17th September 2007, 21:47

I just gotta ask, what is a "Meg diver student kit"?

I trained with Leon, our "student kit" consisted of the following

A. Rebreather, preferably a meg

B. Something to write with
C. Something to write on
D. A Calculator for those who are math challenged (I qualified)

Congrats on the purchase!

JohnL

mempilot · 17th September 2007, 22:03

Buy the ANDI Megalodon Recreational Rebreather book. It is, IMHO, the best book for learning the Meg via a text. It has everything from dive planning to breaking the unit down and cleaning it.

ANDI International: Recreational Diving with Closed Circuit Rebreathers - Megalodon CCR Text

It's a bit pricey at $75, but I think it is very well thought out and layed out. It seems very comprehensive as well. Padipro loaned me his copy when I went for training with Jill Heinerth. She seemed very impressed with the book as well. It does also have Q&A.

Have fun with your new Meg!

Benthic · 17th September 2007, 22:10

I'll second the recommendation for the ANDI manual. I agree that it's a bit pricey, but it's certainly a well written and informative text. I believe that the actual 'course materials' vary widely from instructor to instructor. But if you're looking to be well informed before you show up for class, the ANDI manual is the ticket.

Of course, I wouldn't get too excited about learning before you get there--after all that's what you paid THEM for.

Brian

zoo_diver · 17th September 2007, 22:16

I used the book ISC put together for my class and found it to be pretty good -- heck it's from the folks that make the unit so it's gotta have top notch info in it. I especially like how there are pictures that go along with the checklist.

I'll second the note about getting into it too much before you get down there. Better to learn the right way the first time and not have to worry about unlearning something you've only read about.

Until you get to class you can can drool over all the Meg pictures in ADM.

You can also read up on the unit here: http://www.advanceddivermagazine.com...galodonCCR.pdf

Cheers!

**wedivebc** · 17th September 2007, 22:52

Quote: (Originally Posted by zoo_diver)

. I especially like how there are pictures that go along with the checklist.

Leon told me this weekend that was something they were working on. Where did you get a copy?

DarthVern · 18th September 2007, 02:43

Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot)

Buy the ANDI Megalodon Recreational Rebreather book. It is, IMHO, the best book for learning the Meg via a text. It has everything from dive planning to breaking the unit down and cleaning it.

ANDI International: Recreational Diving with Closed Circuit Rebreathers - Megalodon CCR Text

It's a bit pricey at $75, but I think it is very well thought out and layed out. It seems very comprehensive as well. Padipro loaned me his copy when I went for training with Jill Heinerth. She seemed very impressed with the book as well. It does also have Q&A.

Have fun with your new Meg!

I am taking it thru an IANTD Instructor and their cert so I am sure I need their books/packet. But thanks for the info and i will prob pick-up their book as well.

mempilot · 18th September 2007, 02:59

Quote: (Originally Posted by DarthVern)

I am taking it thru an IANTD Instructor and their cert so I am sure I need their books/packet. But thanks for the info and i will prob pick-up their book as well.

I took my IANTD course through Jill Heinerth, and she liked the ANDI materials. Yes, IANTD will require that you have their materials, but basically, that is just two thin books. One has just the prints of the Powerpoint slides, and the other is like a workbook. There is an actual hardbound text book by IANTD and Jeff Bozanic called Understanding Rebreathers, but it is not required. I bought it, and while is has some good general information on rebreather diving, it is not specific to the Megalodon course.

So, in short, you will have to buy the IANTD manuals. They are available on IANTD's website. IMHO, they are useless compared to the ANDI book. I would buy the ANDI book for your personal use and to augment/supplement the IANTD materials.

The ANDI book is what is getting all bent out of shape from ongoing use.

Explorer · 18th September 2007, 05:38

Quote: (Originally Posted by zoo_diver)

I used the book ISC put together for my class and found it to be pretty good -- heck it's from the folks that make the unit so it's gotta have top notch info in it. I especially like how there are pictures that go along with the checklist.

I'll second the note about getting into it too much before you get down there. Better to learn the right way the first time and not have to worry about unlearning something you've only read about.

Nice ISC manual, isn't? I like how it was put together with the pics also. All the credit goes the the author.

DarthVern · 18th September 2007, 06:15

Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot)

So, in short, you will have to buy the IANTD manuals. They are available on IANTD's website. IMHO, they are useless compared to the ANDI book. I would buy the ANDI book for your personal use and to augment/supplement the IANTD materials.

You can see their products on their site, but I cant seem to find where to order them. I just need the kit/packet for the class. Anyone, Anyone?

17th September 2007, 21:16	#1 (permalink)
DarthVern New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Home Build Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: In a Quarry in PA Posts: 55	WTB - Meg diver student kit Hey Gang I broke down [funny pun] and finally bought a Meg and am going for training thru Bahamas Underground on Oct 1-8. I am in need of a new "Meg diver student kit" so I can read and be ready when I get there. Anyone know where I can buy one and get it shipped pretty quick? Thanks Vern
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17th September 2007, 21:47	#2 (permalink)
Freak214 New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Dolphin Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Home Build Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: USA, Virginia Posts: 46	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit I just gotta ask, what is a "Meg diver student kit"? I trained with Leon, our "student kit" consisted of the following A. Rebreather, preferably a meg B. Something to write with C. Something to write on D. A Calculator for those who are math challenged (I qualified) Congrats on the purchase! JohnL
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17th September 2007, 22:03	#3 (permalink)
mempilot Eric Stadtmueller Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ft. Lauderdale Posts: 1,708	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit Buy the ANDI Megalodon Recreational Rebreather book. It is, IMHO, the best book for learning the Meg via a text. It has everything from dive planning to breaking the unit down and cleaning it. ANDI International: Recreational Diving with Closed Circuit Rebreathers - Megalodon CCR Text It's a bit pricey at $75, but I think it is very well thought out and layed out. It seems very comprehensive as well. Padipro loaned me his copy when I went for training with Jill Heinerth. She seemed very impressed with the book as well. It does also have Q&A. Have fun with your new Meg! __________________ Eric Stadtmueller, otherwise known as, MEM "Da Pilot"
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17th September 2007, 22:10	#4 (permalink)
Benthic MEGalomaniac Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL USA Posts: 226	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit I'll second the recommendation for the ANDI manual. I agree that it's a bit pricey, but it's certainly a well written and informative text. I believe that the actual 'course materials' vary widely from instructor to instructor. But if you're looking to be well informed before you show up for class, the ANDI manual is the ticket. Of course, I wouldn't get too excited about learning before you get there--after all that's what you paid THEM for. Brian __________________ Well lit rooms will not repel determined beer ninjas.
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17th September 2007, 22:16	#5 (permalink)
zoo_diver Is it snack time yet? Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Suffolk, VA Posts: 259	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit I used the book ISC put together for my class and found it to be pretty good -- heck it's from the folks that make the unit so it's gotta have top notch info in it. I especially like how there are pictures that go along with the checklist. I'll second the note about getting into it too much before you get down there. Better to learn the right way the first time and not have to worry about unlearning something you've only read about. Until you get to class you can can drool over all the Meg pictures in ADM. You can also read up on the unit here: http://www.advanceddivermagazine.com...galodonCCR.pdf Cheers!
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17th September 2007, 22:52	#6 (permalink)
wedivebc Dave Tomblin Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Other CCR Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Vancouver Island BC Canada Posts: 1,507	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit Quote: (Originally Posted by zoo_diver) . I especially like how there are pictures that go along with the checklist. Leon told me this weekend that was something they were working on. Where did you get a copy? __________________ Cheers, Dave.... Man is the only animal burdened with the knowledge he will eventually die
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18th September 2007, 02:43	#7 (permalink)
DarthVern New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Home Build Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: In a Quarry in PA Posts: 55	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot) Buy the ANDI Megalodon Recreational Rebreather book. It is, IMHO, the best book for learning the Meg via a text. It has everything from dive planning to breaking the unit down and cleaning it. ANDI International: Recreational Diving with Closed Circuit Rebreathers - Megalodon CCR Text It's a bit pricey at $75, but I think it is very well thought out and layed out. It seems very comprehensive as well. Padipro loaned me his copy when I went for training with Jill Heinerth. She seemed very impressed with the book as well. It does also have Q&A. Have fun with your new Meg! I am taking it thru an IANTD Instructor and their cert so I am sure I need their books/packet. But thanks for the info and i will prob pick-up their book as well.
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18th September 2007, 02:59	#8 (permalink)
mempilot Eric Stadtmueller Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ft. Lauderdale Posts: 1,708	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit Quote: (Originally Posted by DarthVern) I am taking it thru an IANTD Instructor and their cert so I am sure I need their books/packet. But thanks for the info and i will prob pick-up their book as well. I took my IANTD course through Jill Heinerth, and she liked the ANDI materials. Yes, IANTD will require that you have their materials, but basically, that is just two thin books. One has just the prints of the Powerpoint slides, and the other is like a workbook. There is an actual hardbound text book by IANTD and Jeff Bozanic called Understanding Rebreathers, but it is not required. I bought it, and while is has some good general information on rebreather diving, it is not specific to the Megalodon course. So, in short, you will have to buy the IANTD manuals. They are available on IANTD's website. IMHO, they are useless compared to the ANDI book. I would buy the ANDI book for your personal use and to augment/supplement the IANTD materials. The ANDI book is what is getting all bent out of shape from ongoing use. __________________ Eric Stadtmueller, otherwise known as, MEM "Da Pilot"
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18th September 2007, 05:38	#9 (permalink)
Explorer I will teach you a..... Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 783	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit Quote: (Originally Posted by zoo_diver) I used the book ISC put together for my class and found it to be pretty good -- heck it's from the folks that make the unit so it's gotta have top notch info in it. I especially like how there are pictures that go along with the checklist. I'll second the note about getting into it too much before you get down there. Better to learn the right way the first time and not have to worry about unlearning something you've only read about. Nice ISC manual, isn't? I like how it was put together with the pics also. All the credit goes the the author. __________________ KONA COFFEE
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18th September 2007, 06:15	#10 (permalink)
DarthVern New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Home Build Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: In a Quarry in PA Posts: 55	Re: WTB - Meg diver student kit Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot) So, in short, you will have to buy the IANTD manuals. They are available on IANTD's website. IMHO, they are useless compared to the ANDI book. I would buy the ANDI book for your personal use and to augment/supplement the IANTD materials. You can see their products on their site, but I cant seem to find where to order them. I just need the kit/packet for the class. Anyone, Anyone?
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