Saf_nyc asked:


I went diving for the first time in Fiji a few months ago (I know I am insanely lucky), and everytime I got to depth my nose started bleeding. Normally I wouldn’t care, but there are a lot of sharks in the waters of Fiji and most places where I would consider going diving. Has this happened to anyone else? Any suggestions? Should I be worried about getting mauled by a shark?

Thanks

mia b asked:


I just signed up for scuba classes at Underwater Sports here in Seattle, WA but am opting to do my final dives in the Bahamas in July.
Since I am not rich I’m wondering what scuba gear I should rent instead of buy, for a beginner.

Also - should your wetsuit fit snug or loose? I found an Oceanic brand 2 pc wetsuit on craigslist for $40 (in great condition) that’s for a female 100-120lbs & 5′-5′5″ tall, and I am 120lbs but almost 5.6.

What gear do I need for the Bahamas? Should I just rent there?

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faded asked:


I’m getting certified and I have a wetsuit, but I’m not sure if diving suits have to be a certain thickness or not. My suit is a Rip Curl and its pretty nice. Let me know if I can use it.

lachicadecafe asked:


It seems that scuba divers are divided on this issue. On one hand, they say (I can’t speak from experience) that it’s necessary to have one in order to do a surface swim in rough waters, or to conserve airwhile surface swimming in calm waters.
On the other hand, I’ve met some instructors who never wear it except when teaching class because they claim that they’ve never used it, apart from certification dives, not even in the conditions described above.
My person feeling is that I hate the thing; it’s uncomfortable, no matter how much I try to adjust it or what type of holder I use to hold to my mask, it whacks me in the head or gets in my way. Plus, the quarries here in the midwest are not exactly rough waters, and if I have to surface swim, I can do it easier by swimming on my back.
So, fellow divers, what’s your take on this?
Thanks!
If you’re not a SCUBA diver, then please don’t respond… you don’t know what I’m talking about.
Thanks, bob, that’s the kind of info I need… from somebody who knows what they’re talking about!

Big Diesel asked:


I know a lot is involved in becoming certified, including buying/renting equipment. Any suggestions?

desikawa asked:


I am interested in starting scuba diving. I am in good health, however a little afraid. I expect to only do shallow dives (10m or so). Are these kind of depths dangerous? Also, I have suffered mild panic attacks in the past. Should I do it?
I plan to take a PADI course in Australia in December.

triggerfish asked:


I have about 5 weeks available for diving during late September, mid-October. What is the absolute best diving location for visibility, underwater terrain, sea life?

snorkelman_37 asked:


i would like to purchase some vintage dual hose regulators and wetsuits and nobody at the scuba shops sells them. I’ve checked out the websites online too… does anyone have any they don’t need anymore? I will take them off your hands for free if in good working condition! ..

lachicadecafe asked:


I’ve really enjoyed using the Oceanic comp that was loaned to me for my ocean dives (what a blast they were!) and I know that I need to get one of my own soon. I would like something simple, yet nitrox compatible that won’t break the bank. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Thanks for the ideas… I’m hoping to purchase through my local shop because they support me in my diving and I want to support them also. My own set of gauges that I purchased last fall after starting to dive are analog, so I do have some “analog backup”.

C-Dog asked:


Yesterday night i went scuba diving and have not been able to equalize my ears. I took sudafed but its not working (i should have taken it before!!!). Any suggestions?