The few regulators on the market that have a factory recommended service interval of longer than 12 months, those manufacturers still recommend annual inspections by a qualified technician. Although less expensive than a complete overhaul, you will still spend $40-$50 on annual maintenance in most instances. I would never purchase a used regulator hat has not been serviced in several years, especially if used in salt water.
Found this video when was casually browsing on marketplace. Absolutely loved this video. I like the idea of buying used gear except one: when you are purchasing the gear from shop, you can be somewhat sure that it was well maintained. So I called it, since buying gear you life will depend on- is it a good idea?
If you want to save money, some dive shops will sell used demo and rental gear once a year. That is a great way to save some money and still be sure to get quality gear.
Oh my gosh, I feel your pain!! For me, I think it was mostly feeling "clothed" and being so conditioned against that. The trick for me was learning that peeing requires you to RELAX your pelvic floor, and concentrating on that finally, erm... clicked. Trying to force it never worked! Some divers say it's easier if you bend your knees so you're kind of in a squat/sitting position.
Absolutely love your video's and they deserve more attention. However, I think your guidance on how to fit a scuba mask is incomplete, most masks will stick to your face, even when they aren't a good fit for you. Before trying the suction test I think it's important to look up, tilting your neck far back, rest the mask on your face and have someone look for gaps between your face and the skirt of the mask, especially in the area of your eyes and temples. I found that out the hard way, I have a number of masks that will pass the suction test that still leak under water. The rest of the video is excellent though!
Great info overall but more specifically on what to look for on tanks. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much for the regulatoir service intervall reminder! Good stuff.
Great quality of these videos. You deserve more subs!!
Thank you, I appreciate that!
Awesome info! Thanks for the video!
@@joeseeberger672 Thanks for watching!
The few regulators on the market that have a factory recommended service interval of longer than 12 months, those manufacturers still recommend annual inspections by a qualified technician. Although less expensive than a complete overhaul, you will still spend $40-$50 on annual maintenance in most instances. I would never purchase a used regulator hat has not been serviced in several years, especially if used in salt water.
Found this video when was casually browsing on marketplace. Absolutely loved this video. I like the idea of buying used gear except one: when you are purchasing the gear from shop, you can be somewhat sure that it was well maintained. So I called it, since buying gear you life will depend on- is it a good idea?
Yes, that is SUCH a great question! Buying used gear is always a gamble. Thank you so much for watching and enjoying the video!
If you want to save money, some dive shops will sell used demo and rental gear once a year. That is a great way to save some money and still be sure to get quality gear.
2:53 As long as I wash it with soap, the fact it was used doesn't bother me. If it did, I don't think I could rent gear when I travel.
Everyone's got their own "ick" level 😅
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Exactly - I don’t mind hand-me-down clothes for the same reason. Just wash properly and it’s good to go!
The not being able to pee in your wetsuit thing, what is that about? I have the very same issue, and can be painful on long dives.
Oh my gosh, I feel your pain!! For me, I think it was mostly feeling "clothed" and being so conditioned against that. The trick for me was learning that peeing requires you to RELAX your pelvic floor, and concentrating on that finally, erm... clicked. Trying to force it never worked! Some divers say it's easier if you bend your knees so you're kind of in a squat/sitting position.
Absolutely love your video's and they deserve more attention. However, I think your guidance on how to fit a scuba mask is incomplete, most masks will stick to your face, even when they aren't a good fit for you. Before trying the suction test I think it's important to look up, tilting your neck far back, rest the mask on your face and have someone look for gaps between your face and the skirt of the mask, especially in the area of your eyes and temples.
I found that out the hard way, I have a number of masks that will pass the suction test that still leak under water.
The rest of the video is excellent though!
Thank you for your input, that's great advice!