BTS goofy product award

ForTheFight · 1st April 2008, 00:58

Quote: (Originally Posted by jiseson)

what about those fins with the Fish Tale tips?

You mean these?

Wing-Shaped Tail Fins - Swimmers Or Snorkelers - Snorkeling - Scuba Diving Equipment

They sent a couple to the shop to try out - not impressed

CCR-Wrecker · 1st April 2008, 01:26

Quote: (Originally Posted by ForTheFight)

You mean these?

Wing-Shaped Tail Fins - Swimmers Or Snorkelers - Snorkeling - Scuba Diving Equipment

They sent a couple to the shop to try out - not impressed

Those are the ones I was talking about.

**NEDIVER** · 1st April 2008, 02:26

Quote: (Originally Posted by diverreb)

Oh...They were fins... I thought the were shin guards for street hockey!

Richie

Now that is funny!

***jradomski*** · 1st April 2008, 04:45

Quote: (Originally Posted by sfldiver)

I haven't seen anyone in this neck of the woods wearing them yet, but I did hear a rookie diver touting them on a boat the other day. My initial impression is that they incorporate an interesting concept, but probably not sturdy and powerful enough for the serious diver.

However, if I were diving in a location where I needed to exit the water via rocks (Like in Dave's scenario) or even the beach for that matter, I might give them I try, but I wouldn't expect much in the way of performance, it would simply be for the convenience.

Oh wait, they don't come in pink - In that case, that's not going to work for me! Lol!

I could see myself using them in certain conditions, but not as an everyday fin atleast until I try them and rally evaluate them. I will be trying a set just to see how well they work or not..
I have had more than a few dives in surf where I could see these would be very usefull..

***diverklondike*** · 1st April 2008, 12:58

Well some must buy these things since they have been at the last two DEMAs and BTS events that I have attended...

I will say however that I have yet to see them being used by anyone.

Maybe it's the company that I keep...

Buck-O-Five · 1st April 2008, 15:04

Quote: (Originally Posted by ForTheFight)

You mean these?

Wing-Shaped Tail Fins - Swimmers Or Snorkelers - Snorkeling - Scuba Diving Equipment

They sent a couple to the shop to try out - not impressed

Those fins kinda look like bait. I would be scared to use those in blue water.

XJae · 1st April 2008, 20:25

lol. the amphibian fin was the winner last year. i do think they could work out for walking under the ice,
if you add some spikes to the bottom. but for $200, i'll just wear my crampons.

i did not see the clear tank toilet bowl fishtank that i heard would be there.

but i did see the mk6 discovery... this was pretty funny shit.
the advertising flyer had me rolling...

http://www.poseidon.se/DL_files/Brochure07_lowres.pdf

Quote:

Dive long, dive quietly, dive safely. Stay nearly down as long as you want.

Forget everything you might have heard about pO2, scrubber life and oxygen cells.
Relax and let the unit handle the controls. All you have to do is breathe.

Just Don & Dive

One sensor is enough. Now you can forget about multiple oxygen sensors and the confusing complexities of voting logic. A new way of continuous calibration of the sensor ensures that the readings are always accurate.

Scrubber duration: Will outlast oxygen supply

It is like a modern car, electronics handle brakes, stabilizing systems and all other gizmos to make driving safer.

Finally, our post diving procedures are as simple and safe as the rest. Simply rinse the entire unit in fresh water, remove the electronics and put the rest in your dishwasher. Just don’t forget to charge the battery for next weekend adventure!

Developed in Sweden. If it works here, in our environment, it works everywhere.

**Dave Sutton** · 2nd April 2008, 01:51

Quote: (Originally Posted by diverklondike)

I will say however that I have yet to see them being used by anyone.

Maybe it's the company that I keep...

Yeah... you hang out with Radomski and me, and we're both gonna try them.
I can see how you would be concerned....

Dave (not outta gas today, BTW)

.

thejaxpatts · 21st April 2008, 03:06

Someone in the Navy may be trying them but fins are a divers preference item so don't look for any endorsements from the Navy. For many divers they may not fit your dive profile but for a few they may. I wounder how durable they are. For me it may warrant a look before a critique. Many people thought the horseless carriage looked funny too. I think we all drive one though.

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ForTheFight What's a custom title? Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Optima Other CCR Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Optima Other CCR Dolphin Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 192	Re: BTS goofy product award Quote: (Originally Posted by jiseson) what about those fins with the Fish Tale tips? You mean these? Wing-Shaped Tail Fins - Swimmers Or Snorkelers - Snorkeling - Scuba Diving Equipment They sent a couple to the shop to try out - not impressed __________________ This post may be up to 80% accurate...
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1st April 2008, 02:26	#23 (permalink)
NEDIVER Sic Semper Tyrannis Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Nashua, NH Posts: 120	Re: BTS goofy product award Quote: (Originally Posted by diverreb) Oh...They were fins... I thought the were shin guards for street hockey! Richie Now that is funny! __________________ -Tom- "slow is smooth, and smooth is fast" TM "Insanity is repeating the same thing over and over again, expecting different results" Albert Einstein
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1st April 2008, 04:45	#24 (permalink)
*jradomski* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Optima rEvo Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Classic Kiss rEvo Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: "Da" Bronx Posts: 2,817	Re: BTS goofy product award Quote: (Originally Posted by sfldiver) I haven't seen anyone in this neck of the woods wearing them yet, but I did hear a rookie diver touting them on a boat the other day. My initial impression is that they incorporate an interesting concept, but probably not sturdy and powerful enough for the serious diver. However, if I were diving in a location where I needed to exit the water via rocks (Like in Dave's scenario) or even the beach for that matter, I might give them I try, but I wouldn't expect much in the way of performance, it would simply be for the convenience. Oh wait, they don't come in pink - In that case, that's not going to work for me! Lol! I could see myself using them in certain conditions, but not as an everyday fin atleast until I try them and rally evaluate them. I will be trying a set just to see how well they work or not.. I have had more than a few dives in surf where I could see these would be very usefull.. __________________ Joe Radomski CCR Trimix Instructor Trainer ANDI Instructor Trainer Director #10 All posts are personal opinions and DO NOT reflect any affiliated agency unless specifically stated.
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*diverklondike* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Delaware, USA Posts: 1,462	Re: BTS goofy product award Well some must buy these things since they have been at the last two DEMAs and BTS events that I have attended... I will say however that I have yet to see them being used by anyone. Maybe it's the company that I keep...
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Buck-O-Five CK #287 Pursuit & HUD Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 212	Re: BTS goofy product award Quote: (Originally Posted by ForTheFight) You mean these? Wing-Shaped Tail Fins - Swimmers Or Snorkelers - Snorkeling - Scuba Diving Equipment They sent a couple to the shop to try out - not impressed Those fins kinda look like bait. I would be scared to use those in blue water. __________________ "The Brandon" www.sdtechdiving.com
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1st April 2008, 20:25	#27 (permalink)
XJae New Member Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 49	Re: BTS goofy product award lol. the amphibian fin was the winner last year. i do think they could work out for walking under the ice, if you add some spikes to the bottom. but for $200, i'll just wear my crampons. i did not see the clear tank toilet bowl fishtank that i heard would be there. but i did see the mk6 discovery... this was pretty funny shit. the advertising flyer had me rolling... http://www.poseidon.se/DL_files/Brochure07_lowres.pdf Quote: Dive long, dive quietly, dive safely. Stay nearly down as long as you want. Forget everything you might have heard about pO2, scrubber life and oxygen cells. Relax and let the unit handle the controls. All you have to do is breathe. Just Don & Dive One sensor is enough. Now you can forget about multiple oxygen sensors and the confusing complexities of voting logic. A new way of continuous calibration of the sensor ensures that the readings are always accurate. Scrubber duration: Will outlast oxygen supply It is like a modern car, electronics handle brakes, stabilizing systems and all other gizmos to make driving safer. Finally, our post diving procedures are as simple and safe as the rest. Simply rinse the entire unit in fresh water, remove the electronics and put the rest in your dishwasher. Just don’t forget to charge the battery for next weekend adventure! Developed in Sweden. If it works here, in our environment, it works everywhere.
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2nd April 2008, 01:51	#28 (permalink)
Dave Sutton Living on Animal Farm Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss MK 15.X rEvo Other CCR Azimuth Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss rEvo Other CCR Azimuth Home Build Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Narragansett, Rhode Island and Hackettstown, New Jersey Posts: 2,512	Re: BTS goofy product award Quote: (Originally Posted by diverklondike) I will say however that I have yet to see them being used by anyone. Maybe it's the company that I keep... Yeah... you hang out with Radomski and me, and we're both gonna try them. I can see how you would be concerned.... Dave (not outta gas today, BTW) . __________________ . "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others" Professional Small Boy: Never Successfully Cubicled.
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thejaxpatts New Member Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lynn Haven, Fl. USA Posts: 6	Re: BTS goofy product award Someone in the Navy may be trying them but fins are a divers preference item so don't look for any endorsements from the Navy. For many divers they may not fit your dive profile but for a few they may. I wounder how durable they are. For me it may warrant a look before a critique. Many people thought the horseless carriage looked funny too. I think we all drive one though.
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