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schultz · (This post was last modified: 08-07-2005, 06:21 AM by schultz.)

Nice list... couple of things I might suggest. If you want a single-tank wing, you may want something with a little more lift than a 27 pounder. 27's are ok for warm water diving, but around here we tend to use a little more lead than you would in the Caribbean, and as such you may want to consider a 36 or even 40 pound lift capacity. I know the Halcyon Eclipse is a nice a durable option in the 40 pound.

I agree with swimjim on the drysuit - especially if you're going to stick to diving in these parts. The problem with drysuits is that they can be expensive. I recommend buying used for the first one to save on costs. Ebay is great for these things. I've gotten used drysuits off Ebay for my wife and three others for about $350 on average, and they've all been in great condition.

Again like swimjim says, research dive computers. I highly recommend going to scubadiving.com for this. In fact their latest round of computers reviews . But there are other reviews that will educate you on the differences in algorithms, their histories as well as development. , , , .

Lastly, if you cannot read reviews, try before you buy. Some of this scuba equipment can be really expensive, but many local dive shops may rent some newer items to you, and discount the rental price off the cost if you buy it.

Hope this helps.