France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG)

JCdesign97 · 4th September 2008, 14:17

Very well played Erik!

But James I don't think you should be so taken aback by this - Erik's gesture was really just one of good will. If I understand from the trip thread correctly, even your household is already being divided and conquered. I think Erik's calculation of the appropriate number of hats is right on the money - 6 for the current Optima divers, 3 for the uninformed Meg divers who will be converts by trip's end and 1 for Mrs. Monkey who is finishing her Optima training with Howard. 10 hats and stickers for 10 happy Optima divers ... it's like the statue of Liberty all over again!

Merci beaucoup Erik!

edasque · 4th September 2008, 14:39

You're welcome guys, I am happy this innocent gesture generated so much good will and love across all rebreather divers (as well as some promised green for me).

I think it's only fair that you guys contact ISC and ask Leon for some promo material, I am sure he'll be happy to send some your way.

Pawn moves and takes Bishop. Your move.

Twain · 4th September 2008, 14:47

I'm Erik's dive buddy who unfortunately can't come on the trip to babysit him (as one must do with an Optima diver).

Rest assured, whatever negative things you may think of Erik and the Frenchies, they're likely quite true. He will: drop his H's, eat cheese, and seduce your women.

Someone explain to me why there's a number in the middle of the O2ptima name?

**sfldiver** · 4th September 2008, 14:52

I think the new title for the trip is catchy!

Monkey's 1st Annual Dive Rite OptimaPalooza Nekton Pilot NW Bahamas Hurricane Alley Livaboard Dive Trip!

With the exception of Monkey's, because it's his trip, it's rather sad that we are allowing the Megs aboard? Not that I'm advocating we be exclusive to other types of rebreathers, but since the plain looking Megs received no support at all from their brethren Meg divers

, as usual

, they're probably going to feel out of place, like a bunch of ugly and dusty abandoned and lonely old farm plow horses walking onto the track at the start of a race consisting of well groomed and adequately trained and supported thoroughbreds!!

**sfldiver** · 4th September 2008, 14:55

Quote: (Originally Posted by edasque)

I think it's only fair that you guys contact ISC and ask Leon for some promo material, I am sure he'll be happy to send some your way.

Pawn moves and takes Bishop. Your move.

Looks more like Check & Mate, game over, to me!!

**Monkey** · 4th September 2008, 15:01

Quote: (Originally Posted by sfldiver)

Looks more like Check & Mate, game over, to me!!

I have almost a week to plan... and I have CASH.

heyydude · 4th September 2008, 15:07

To the Rescue!!!

Reinforcements are on the way....!

P1010001.jpg

Just give us the coordinates to send them to!

Kevin.

edasque · 4th September 2008, 15:09

Yes, O2ptimas are powered by Hammerhead. PA comes to reinforce the French/American O2ptima coalition.

**sfldiver** · 4th September 2008, 15:12

Quote: (Originally Posted by Monkey)

I have almost a week to plan... and I have CASH.

Spend all the cash you want Monkey, but be sure to save enough to buy the white flag you will eventually be waving!

Jim · 4th September 2008, 15:31

Quote: (Originally Posted by sfldiver)

Spend all the cash you want Monkey, but be sure to save enough to buy the white flag you will eventually be waving!

Don't mention white flag in front of the French ..... it brings back bad memories .......

Rule Britannia .....

Here we go .......... I'm ready

4th September 2008, 14:17	#11 (permalink)
JCdesign97 RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PA, USA Posts: 417	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) Very well played Erik! But James I don't think you should be so taken aback by this - Erik's gesture was really just one of good will. If I understand from the trip thread correctly, even your household is already being divided and conquered. I think Erik's calculation of the appropriate number of hats is right on the money - 6 for the current Optima divers, 3 for the uninformed Meg divers who will be converts by trip's end and 1 for Mrs. Monkey who is finishing her Optima training with Howard. 10 hats and stickers for 10 happy Optima divers ... it's like the statue of Liberty all over again! Merci beaucoup Erik! __________________ Cheers, John Cogan
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4th September 2008, 14:39	#12 (permalink)
edasque French Erik Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 326	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) You're welcome guys, I am happy this innocent gesture generated so much good will and love across all rebreather divers (as well as some promised green for me). I think it's only fair that you guys contact ISC and ask Leon for some promo material, I am sure he'll be happy to send some your way. Pawn moves and takes Bishop. Your move.
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4th September 2008, 14:47	#13 (permalink)
Twain New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Boston Posts: 31	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) I'm Erik's dive buddy who unfortunately can't come on the trip to babysit him (as one must do with an Optima diver). Rest assured, whatever negative things you may think of Erik and the Frenchies, they're likely quite true. He will: drop his H's, eat cheese, and seduce your women. Someone explain to me why there's a number in the middle of the O2ptima name?
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4th September 2008, 14:52	#14 (permalink)
sfldiver S.C.R.U.B.'S Photographer Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pompano Beach, FL Posts: 819	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) I think the new title for the trip is catchy! Monkey's 1st Annual Dive Rite OptimaPalooza Nekton Pilot NW Bahamas Hurricane Alley Livaboard Dive Trip! With the exception of Monkey's, because it's his trip, it's rather sad that we are allowing the Megs aboard? Not that I'm advocating we be exclusive to other types of rebreathers, but since the plain looking Megs received no support at all from their brethren Meg divers, as usual, they're probably going to feel out of place, like a bunch of ugly and dusty abandoned and lonely old farm plow horses walking onto the track at the start of a race consisting of well groomed and adequately trained and supported thoroughbreds!! __________________ *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. Last edited by sfldiver : 4th September 2008 at 14:56.*
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4th September 2008, 14:55	#15 (permalink)
sfldiver S.C.R.U.B.'S Photographer Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pompano Beach, FL Posts: 819	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) Quote: (Originally Posted by edasque) I think it's only fair that you guys contact ISC and ask Leon for some promo material, I am sure he'll be happy to send some your way. Pawn moves and takes Bishop. Your move. Looks more like *Check* & *Mate, game over, to me!! __________________ 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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4th September 2008, 15:01	#16 (permalink)
Monkey Supporting Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lauderdale By The Sea Florida Posts: 338	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) Quote: (Originally Posted by sfldiver) Looks more like *Check* & *Mate*, game over, to me!! I have almost a week to plan... and I have CASH.
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4th September 2008, 15:07	#17 (permalink)
heyydude King of the Geeks Current Rebreather/s: MK 15.X Optima Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: May 2005 Location: Addison, Pennsylvania Posts: 380	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) To the Rescue!!! Reinforcements are on the way....! P1010001.jpg Just give us the coordinates to send them to! Kevin.
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4th September 2008, 15:09	#18 (permalink)
edasque French Erik Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 326	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) Yes, O2ptimas are powered by Hammerhead. PA comes to reinforce the French/American O2ptima coalition.
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4th September 2008, 15:12	#19 (permalink)
sfldiver S.C.R.U.B.'S Photographer Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pompano Beach, FL Posts: 819	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) Quote: (Originally Posted by Monkey) I have almost a week to plan... and I have CASH. Spend all the cash you want Monkey, but be sure to save enough to buy the white flag you will eventually be waving! __________________ *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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4th September 2008, 15:31	#20 (permalink)
Jim Lovable Cockhead ! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Purley, UK Posts: 152	Re: France Attacks America (Optima versus MEG) Quote: (Originally Posted by sfldiver) Spend all the cash you want Monkey, but be sure to save enough to buy the white flag you will eventually be waving! Don't mention white flag in front of the French ..... it brings back bad memories ....... Rule Britannia ..... Here we go .......... I'm ready __________________ Jim Spence
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