Category: equipment
Open Circuit vs Rebreather Tech
I’m frequently asked if you need a rebreather for technical diving or if you can still use open circuit. It’s a tough question, and I don’t have a definitive answer. I can give you some things to consider that may lead you to the answer that works best for you. Where I’m coming from Here’s a bit of my background for […]
Rebreather Facts and Fiction
An article I wrote for Alert Diver magazine about transitioning into rebreather diving.
Lift Bag or Marker Buoy?
A surface marker and guideline are an essential part of a tech diver’s kit. Most people use either a lift bag or an SMB (surface marker buoy) as the marker. A reel or finger spool are two options for carrying and deploying line. The reasons for carrying these items are many. If diving in a current, divers often deploy the marker, […]