F@%k the Doria!

barney · 28th May 2007, 23:30

Thought an interesting thread title may elicit some curiousity.

I have started a bloggish type entry on the AUE website for a currently running project. For those that think the ANDREA DORIA is the be-all-end-all of wreck diving, this might open your eyes to the awesome diving that is going on elsewhere in the world, and what potential still is out there for virgin shipwreck exploration.

AUE: ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS

Check in daily as based on past expeditions you will likely hear about some awesome finds. Stay tuned....

Doppler · 29th May 2007, 15:13

No arguments about the importance, challenge and interest surrounding the Doria relative to the many better wrecks out there Barney... and always interesting to see what you southerners have uncovered this week! I also see you are looking a little off-color... must be the Belgium beer. Take care mate and happy surfacing.

barney · 30th May 2007, 00:23

Hi Steve-
Not knocking the DORIA (too much, at least

), just pointing out that many times divers get so focused on just their piece of the world and are unaware of what else is going on around them. That's why I was so looking forward to this trip to get some more exposure with other wreck divers. And in just a few days I have been blown away. The stuff that these lads have been doing over the past 20+ years is amazing. Also wants me to consider picking up and moving over here due to all the potential!!
Looking forward to getting wet soon -- now its time to sleep though.
Later,
Mike

Quote: (Originally Posted by Doppler)

No arguments about the importance, challenge and interest surrounding the Doria relative to the many better wrecks out there Barney... and always interesting to see what you southerners have uncovered this week! I also see you are looking a little off-color... must be the Belgium beer. Take care mate and happy surfacing.

barney · 3rd June 2007, 17:07

updates added...

The wreck we dived yesterday was the most incredible thing I have seen. Nothing like it in the U.S. The bottom was literally white with 1800s china and porcelain, not to mention all the bottles and other goodies. Too crazy!

Frankie Pellegrino · 4th June 2007, 00:28

Hey Mike
NICE! I'm glad to here things are doing well. Tell the men hello. I can't wait to see the rest of your pics. I have to say I'm a bit jealous, Why aren't you showing every bodies face?
Be safe and
all the best Lafronc

barney · 4th June 2007, 18:01

Quote: (Originally Posted by Frankie Pellegrino)

Hey Mike
NICE! I'm glad to here things are doing well. Tell the men hello. I can't wait to see the rest of your pics. I have to say I'm a bit jealous, Why aren't you showing every bodies face?
Be safe and
all the best Lafronc

LAAAAAAH FRANC!
whattup amigo?!
Things are well over here and we are having a blast. Wish you could be here!
re: the smiley faces - all the boys are in witness protection in case any Greeks are watching these threads

Just a few fun and games - I will probably do a trip report after I am home and I get a few free moments.
barney

Capt.Dan · 6th June 2007, 21:24

Nice photos of the finds.Good luck in finding new wrecks.Tell RK and Evan to lay off the Scotch

Capt.Dan

barney · 6th June 2007, 21:50

Quote: (Originally Posted by Capt.Dan)

Nice photos of the finds.Good luck in finding new wrecks.Tell RK and Evan to lay off the Scotch

Capt.Dan

They have been good thus far. Been drinking in some pubs haunted by proper pirates back in the day, so the potential for trouble is there.

Added another update today, and hopefully will have cool stuff to share in the next couple of days....

Talk to you soon D.

Mike

BTW, they need more Megs over here

barney · 10th June 2007, 06:45

Added some more updates, including info on a wreck identification/bell recovery!

28th May 2007, 23:30	#1 (permalink)
barney Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 287	F@%k the Doria! Thought an interesting thread title may elicit some curiousity. I have started a bloggish type entry on the AUE website for a currently running project. For those that think the ANDREA DORIA is the be-all-end-all of wreck diving, this might open your eyes to the awesome diving that is going on elsewhere in the world, and what potential still is out there for virgin shipwreck exploration. AUE: ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS Check in daily as based on past expeditions you will likely hear about some awesome finds. Stay tuned.... __________________ Michael C. Barnette ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS
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29th May 2007, 15:13	#2 (permalink)
Doppler Cut along dotted line... Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Not Basingstoke... thank god Posts: 179	Re: F@%k the Doria! No arguments about the importance, challenge and interest surrounding the Doria relative to the many better wrecks out there Barney... and always interesting to see what you southerners have uncovered this week! I also see you are looking a little off-color... must be the Belgium beer. Take care mate and happy surfacing.
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barney Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 287	Re: F@%k the Doria! Hi Steve- Not knocking the DORIA (too much, at least ), just pointing out that many times divers get so focused on just their piece of the world and are unaware of what else is going on around them. That's why I was so looking forward to this trip to get some more exposure with other wreck divers. And in just a few days I have been blown away. The stuff that these lads have been doing over the past 20+ years is amazing. Also wants me to consider picking up and moving over here due to all the potential!! Looking forward to getting wet soon -- now its time to sleep though. Later, Mike Quote: (Originally Posted by Doppler) No arguments about the importance, challenge and interest surrounding the Doria relative to the many better wrecks out there Barney... and always interesting to see what you southerners have uncovered this week! I also see you are looking a little off-color... must be the Belgium beer. Take care mate and happy surfacing. __________________ Michael C. Barnette ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS
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barney Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 287	Re: F@%k the Doria! updates added... The wreck we dived yesterday was the most incredible thing I have seen. Nothing like it in the U.S. The bottom was literally white with 1800s china and porcelain, not to mention all the bottles and other goodies. Too crazy! __________________ Michael C. Barnette ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS
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barney Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 287	Re: F@%k the Doria! Quote: (Originally Posted by Frankie Pellegrino) Hey Mike NICE! I'm glad to here things are doing well. Tell the men hello. I can't wait to see the rest of your pics. I have to say I'm a bit jealous, Why aren't you showing every bodies face? Be safe and all the best Lafronc LAAAAAAH FRANC! whattup amigo?! Things are well over here and we are having a blast. Wish you could be here! re: the smiley faces - all the boys are in witness protection in case any Greeks are watching these threads Just a few fun and games - I will probably do a trip report after I am home and I get a few free moments. barney __________________ Michael C. Barnette ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS
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Capt.Dan New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: nj Posts: 8	Re: F@%k the Doria! Nice photos of the finds.Good luck in finding new wrecks.Tell RK and Evan to lay off the Scotch Capt.Dan
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barney Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 287	Re: F@%k the Doria! Quote: (Originally Posted by Capt.Dan) Nice photos of the finds.Good luck in finding new wrecks.Tell RK and Evan to lay off the Scotch Capt.Dan They have been good thus far. Been drinking in some pubs haunted by proper pirates back in the day, so the potential for trouble is there. Added another update today, and hopefully will have cool stuff to share in the next couple of days.... Talk to you soon D. Mike BTW, they need more Megs over here __________________ Michael C. Barnette ASSOCIATION OF UNDERWATER EXPLORERS
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