Tee 0 #1 August 27, 2001 I am sooooooo excited, I just have to tell everyone. My sweety bought me an early b-day present and gave it to me this weekend......SCUBA LESSONS!!!!!! With the open water training and everything. He is a SCUBA diver already, so this means we can now have SCUBA AND skydiving vacations! I know there are a lot of SCUBA divers on this site too, so I have one question for you. Can you dive with contacts on? How about for the lessons? Thanks for the help!The VERY excited Tee Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zennie 0 #2 August 27, 2001 I've dove with my contacts on no probs. Just make sure you close your eyes when you practice removing/replacing your mask.--------Zennie"I know the pieces fit. 'Cause I watched them fall away..."--Tool Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Iflyme 0 #3 August 27, 2001 Cool, Tee! Now you are gonna hafta come to the coast for scuba vacations, and maybe do a few jumps at the DZ while you are here! (Then I can buy YOU the beer!!!) One day I'll show you the underwater video I shot of a Sea Lion... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #4 August 27, 2001 Now you just have to learn to jump tanks and a ruck and you'll be good to go!"Don't give a F$#ck if I'm comin or leavin"-Pappa RoachClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Pammi 0 #5 August 27, 2001 Very cool Tee!!! You'll have to tell me how it is :) I never thought I'd want to try it, but it's started to intrigue me if I could get over my fear of the water..especially with all the shark attacks lately! *shiver*What a sweet guy! Better propose :) heheA new page! Bi-Plane pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites cloud9 0 #6 August 27, 2001 Hi TeeMy wife dives with contacts on all the time. She uses a purge mask so she don't have to move it or raise it to clear the water. Also if a contact does come off in a purge mask, you can retrieve it when you get to the surface. SCUBA diving is a great sport, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Have fun!Blue Water, Blue Skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Stacy 0 #7 August 27, 2001 Tee-I've been scuba-ing in contacts for about 10 years. never had a problem at all. purge mask is ideal, but my first few dives were with a no-frills mask w/o any issues. congrats and have fun- scuba is amazing!Stacyhttp://astro.temple.edu/~sweeks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #8 August 28, 2001 Quoteespecially with all the shark attacks lately! *shiver*I was in the water the other day and I only saw 4 of the bastards swim past my boogie board...and I was only in knee deep water....ah florida...MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymama 37 #9 August 28, 2001 Marc-Just curious...which beach were you at?AndreaThe brave may not live forever, but the timid may not live at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zennie 0 #10 August 28, 2001 QuoteI was in the water the other day and I only saw 4 of the bastards swim past my boogie board...And they say skydiving is dangerous... --------Zennie"I know the pieces fit. 'Cause I watched them fall away..."--Tool Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #11 August 28, 2001 I was at New Smyrna beach....I saw 4 bull sharks that were only inches from my board...and saw probably another 10+ with in 20 yards from me....thats when I decided to leave. I was there the day before they closed it down. last week some time. MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PalmettoTiger 1 #12 August 28, 2001 I hear that people on bodyboards and surfboards get attacked more often, since sharks can't see much more than contrast, and in silhouette a swimming surfer looks like a tasty seal. Good thing that those bull sharks had a good view (or a good breakfast)!Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Michele 1 #13 August 28, 2001 QuoteGood thing that those bull sharks had a good view (or a good breakfast)! Yeah, they breakfasted on people feet, instead of eggs and bacon......(sorry, I couldn't resist).ciels-M"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #14 August 28, 2001 problem is the only seals we have in florida are at seaworld....MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PalmettoTiger 1 #15 August 28, 2001 Jeez, no wonder they're eating so many swimmers.Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Michele 1 #16 August 28, 2001 roflmao @ PT!!!!Way too funny for a monday evening. "What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PalmettoTiger 1 #17 August 28, 2001 Thank you Michele. I spent the weekend with my two older sisters, which always ignites the smartass in me. Guess it hasn't worn off yet. Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Michele 1 #18 August 28, 2001 No problem, I spent the day at the DZ yesterday, which always makes me happier and more willing to laugh and enjoy things....even (e=mc2)'s like you!!!!!!Actually, there is a reason those bull sharks are creeping up and sampling the swimmers....it has to do with water temps (barely warmer than usual - like 1 degree or something, but signif to the sharks), an abundance of food (because of the warmer water), and the activity of the hurricane/storm season. The waters are murkier than usual (stirred up by the storms which have been hitting the area), which allows for the sharks to feed. Bulls are not generally deep water feeders, they like the -10 feet near the shore line. They tend to prefer murkier waters because their normal prey have better eyes than they do, and because there is a lot of food, their mating instinct is up. And so, when they creep into shore (or into shallows), they will bite whatever moves, thinking it fish. Then they taste feet, and spit it right out (mostly). These sharks are generally the younger sharks. Adolescents and post adolencents, are the norm for this behavior (No, I am not a shark expert, but I slept in a Holiday Inn last night....).Of course, I am writing all this because there is nothing interesting on TV, and I crave the fellowship of jumpers, even if it is just cyberfellowship.....O.K., go back to being a smart ass.....ciels-m"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #19 August 28, 2001 Michelle, I saw these mean bastards swim underneath my board. they didnt look too adolescent (then again I dont know how big is adolescent) but they were frickin huge...most of em alot longer than me. and bigger around for sure. scared the crap out of me. after being in FL for a year this was only the 2nd time I was at the beach. I like the skydiving down here so much more. well other than having to avoid all the gators that is, its so much better than chicago.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PalmettoTiger 1 #20 August 28, 2001 Wow Michele, have you been part-timing with an icthyologist or something? Adding my piddly 2¢: if you're ever attacked by a shark, fight back. Predators don't like the idea of their prey being stronger and more belligerent than them. Don't bother hitting them on the nose, unless that's all you can reach. Quick, repeated jabs at the gills or eyes are your best bet, since those are the two most sensitive areas on a shark. Also, since sharks can really only see contrast, avoid showing stark tan lines (sunbathe naked instead!!!) since that may make you look less like a person and more like food.I didn't stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night, but I did read the Holiday Inn Express Book!!! Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Iflyme 0 #21 August 28, 2001 Quotethere is nothing interesting on TVThere rarely is...Glad to hear, Marc, that you didn't "get a bite" out there... I guess when you are in the shark's environment, you are fair game for them. I still remember when I was a young teenager - the summer Jaws came out. I was snorkeling in shallow water, and I looked ahead to find myself about 1/2 metre from a dogfish (small shark)... my Dad said I jumped up and ran right across the surface of the water to the safety of our boat! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Michele 1 #22 August 28, 2001 Hey, Marc!!!Quotethey didnt look too adolescent (then again I dont know how big is adolescent) Couple of comments to that effect, none intended to put you down or to negate your experience in any way. Ever notice how the water tends to magnify things and distort them? They may not have been as big as it seemed. A full grown bull shark can range between 8-12 feet; adolescents can range from 5-10 feet. I don't know their weight proportions off hand, but they're not named gazelle sharks (actually, there is a little "hump" like nodule of fat and motion sensing cells on the base of their head/neck, like the Brahaman(sp?) bull, thus the name) but they are really rather stocky, heavily, round, and so forth. Some sharks are leaner in profile, such as the Mako or Black Tip, and do not grow as large in length. And all sharks are intimidating, even the plankton eating Whale Shark (up to 40 tons, up to 40 feet long, and like 15 feet across (not around)). I think if I saw even a baby shark (12 inches) near me in the water, I would get out right away. Again, no expert here. I did watch Nigel Martin's (Marvin's?) Shark Week, though ciels-me "What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #23 August 28, 2001 QuoteEver notice how the water tends to magnify things and distort them? well I dont know how much the water can distort them when they were litteraly a foot away. I could have reached one of the sharks dorsal fin. they were big and thick sharks. I have swam in Triathalons on the gulf side and have scene the makos which are alot smaller. but over there I also saw hammerheads too. they aren't all that small. but those I saw from several yards away. sucks to have to dodge sharks while keeping your swim time down.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Michele 1 #24 August 28, 2001 Heya, PTQuote Also, since sharks can really only see contrast, avoid showingstark tan lines (sunbathe naked instead!!!) Yeah, well, about those ankle socks and shorts I've been wearing....Actually, that's a great point. It's the contrast as well as the movement which attracts their attention. Ever wonder why they generally bite on the upper arm, upper thigh or the ankle? It's where the tan lines are most prominent. They can see it and that's what they go for. Ciels-M"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #25 August 28, 2001 Yeah...I can see a bunch of hungry and horny sharks being pissed off. Think of me at 15 when I hadn't eaten all day....LMAO"The cab driver said... he recognized my girly by the back of her head" -Beasty BoysClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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Zennie 0 #2 August 27, 2001 I've dove with my contacts on no probs. Just make sure you close your eyes when you practice removing/replacing your mask.--------Zennie"I know the pieces fit. 'Cause I watched them fall away..."--Tool Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #3 August 27, 2001 Cool, Tee! Now you are gonna hafta come to the coast for scuba vacations, and maybe do a few jumps at the DZ while you are here! (Then I can buy YOU the beer!!!) One day I'll show you the underwater video I shot of a Sea Lion... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #4 August 27, 2001 Now you just have to learn to jump tanks and a ruck and you'll be good to go!"Don't give a F$#ck if I'm comin or leavin"-Pappa RoachClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pammi 0 #5 August 27, 2001 Very cool Tee!!! You'll have to tell me how it is :) I never thought I'd want to try it, but it's started to intrigue me if I could get over my fear of the water..especially with all the shark attacks lately! *shiver*What a sweet guy! Better propose :) heheA new page! Bi-Plane pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cloud9 0 #6 August 27, 2001 Hi TeeMy wife dives with contacts on all the time. She uses a purge mask so she don't have to move it or raise it to clear the water. Also if a contact does come off in a purge mask, you can retrieve it when you get to the surface. SCUBA diving is a great sport, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Have fun!Blue Water, Blue Skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #7 August 27, 2001 Tee-I've been scuba-ing in contacts for about 10 years. never had a problem at all. purge mask is ideal, but my first few dives were with a no-frills mask w/o any issues. congrats and have fun- scuba is amazing!Stacyhttp://astro.temple.edu/~sweeks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #8 August 28, 2001 Quoteespecially with all the shark attacks lately! *shiver*I was in the water the other day and I only saw 4 of the bastards swim past my boogie board...and I was only in knee deep water....ah florida...MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #9 August 28, 2001 Marc-Just curious...which beach were you at?AndreaThe brave may not live forever, but the timid may not live at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #10 August 28, 2001 QuoteI was in the water the other day and I only saw 4 of the bastards swim past my boogie board...And they say skydiving is dangerous... --------Zennie"I know the pieces fit. 'Cause I watched them fall away..."--Tool Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #11 August 28, 2001 I was at New Smyrna beach....I saw 4 bull sharks that were only inches from my board...and saw probably another 10+ with in 20 yards from me....thats when I decided to leave. I was there the day before they closed it down. last week some time. MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PalmettoTiger 1 #12 August 28, 2001 I hear that people on bodyboards and surfboards get attacked more often, since sharks can't see much more than contrast, and in silhouette a swimming surfer looks like a tasty seal. Good thing that those bull sharks had a good view (or a good breakfast)!Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #13 August 28, 2001 QuoteGood thing that those bull sharks had a good view (or a good breakfast)! Yeah, they breakfasted on people feet, instead of eggs and bacon......(sorry, I couldn't resist).ciels-M"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #14 August 28, 2001 problem is the only seals we have in florida are at seaworld....MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PalmettoTiger 1 #15 August 28, 2001 Jeez, no wonder they're eating so many swimmers.Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #16 August 28, 2001 roflmao @ PT!!!!Way too funny for a monday evening. "What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PalmettoTiger 1 #17 August 28, 2001 Thank you Michele. I spent the weekend with my two older sisters, which always ignites the smartass in me. Guess it hasn't worn off yet. Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #18 August 28, 2001 No problem, I spent the day at the DZ yesterday, which always makes me happier and more willing to laugh and enjoy things....even (e=mc2)'s like you!!!!!!Actually, there is a reason those bull sharks are creeping up and sampling the swimmers....it has to do with water temps (barely warmer than usual - like 1 degree or something, but signif to the sharks), an abundance of food (because of the warmer water), and the activity of the hurricane/storm season. The waters are murkier than usual (stirred up by the storms which have been hitting the area), which allows for the sharks to feed. Bulls are not generally deep water feeders, they like the -10 feet near the shore line. They tend to prefer murkier waters because their normal prey have better eyes than they do, and because there is a lot of food, their mating instinct is up. And so, when they creep into shore (or into shallows), they will bite whatever moves, thinking it fish. Then they taste feet, and spit it right out (mostly). These sharks are generally the younger sharks. Adolescents and post adolencents, are the norm for this behavior (No, I am not a shark expert, but I slept in a Holiday Inn last night....).Of course, I am writing all this because there is nothing interesting on TV, and I crave the fellowship of jumpers, even if it is just cyberfellowship.....O.K., go back to being a smart ass.....ciels-m"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #19 August 28, 2001 Michelle, I saw these mean bastards swim underneath my board. they didnt look too adolescent (then again I dont know how big is adolescent) but they were frickin huge...most of em alot longer than me. and bigger around for sure. scared the crap out of me. after being in FL for a year this was only the 2nd time I was at the beach. I like the skydiving down here so much more. well other than having to avoid all the gators that is, its so much better than chicago.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PalmettoTiger 1 #20 August 28, 2001 Wow Michele, have you been part-timing with an icthyologist or something? Adding my piddly 2¢: if you're ever attacked by a shark, fight back. Predators don't like the idea of their prey being stronger and more belligerent than them. Don't bother hitting them on the nose, unless that's all you can reach. Quick, repeated jabs at the gills or eyes are your best bet, since those are the two most sensitive areas on a shark. Also, since sharks can really only see contrast, avoid showing stark tan lines (sunbathe naked instead!!!) since that may make you look less like a person and more like food.I didn't stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night, but I did read the Holiday Inn Express Book!!! Blues, squares,PTiger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #21 August 28, 2001 Quotethere is nothing interesting on TVThere rarely is...Glad to hear, Marc, that you didn't "get a bite" out there... I guess when you are in the shark's environment, you are fair game for them. I still remember when I was a young teenager - the summer Jaws came out. I was snorkeling in shallow water, and I looked ahead to find myself about 1/2 metre from a dogfish (small shark)... my Dad said I jumped up and ran right across the surface of the water to the safety of our boat! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #22 August 28, 2001 Hey, Marc!!!Quotethey didnt look too adolescent (then again I dont know how big is adolescent) Couple of comments to that effect, none intended to put you down or to negate your experience in any way. Ever notice how the water tends to magnify things and distort them? They may not have been as big as it seemed. A full grown bull shark can range between 8-12 feet; adolescents can range from 5-10 feet. I don't know their weight proportions off hand, but they're not named gazelle sharks (actually, there is a little "hump" like nodule of fat and motion sensing cells on the base of their head/neck, like the Brahaman(sp?) bull, thus the name) but they are really rather stocky, heavily, round, and so forth. Some sharks are leaner in profile, such as the Mako or Black Tip, and do not grow as large in length. And all sharks are intimidating, even the plankton eating Whale Shark (up to 40 tons, up to 40 feet long, and like 15 feet across (not around)). I think if I saw even a baby shark (12 inches) near me in the water, I would get out right away. Again, no expert here. I did watch Nigel Martin's (Marvin's?) Shark Week, though ciels-me "What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #23 August 28, 2001 QuoteEver notice how the water tends to magnify things and distort them? well I dont know how much the water can distort them when they were litteraly a foot away. I could have reached one of the sharks dorsal fin. they were big and thick sharks. I have swam in Triathalons on the gulf side and have scene the makos which are alot smaller. but over there I also saw hammerheads too. they aren't all that small. but those I saw from several yards away. sucks to have to dodge sharks while keeping your swim time down.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #24 August 28, 2001 Heya, PTQuote Also, since sharks can really only see contrast, avoid showingstark tan lines (sunbathe naked instead!!!) Yeah, well, about those ankle socks and shorts I've been wearing....Actually, that's a great point. It's the contrast as well as the movement which attracts their attention. Ever wonder why they generally bite on the upper arm, upper thigh or the ankle? It's where the tan lines are most prominent. They can see it and that's what they go for. Ciels-M"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #25 August 28, 2001 Yeah...I can see a bunch of hungry and horny sharks being pissed off. Think of me at 15 when I hadn't eaten all day....LMAO"The cab driver said... he recognized my girly by the back of her head" -Beasty BoysClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
