Technical Scuba Diving: 5 Signs You're Good To Start. Part 2 of 2

[@jesspeoples3292]

I stick with recreational diving. I don't want to exceed no decompression limits. Plus, tech diving requires more training, time, and gear. Not to mention money. Great video, James. I consider myself a very safe cautious diver.

[@DiversReady]

True story, Jess. I can tell you, though, never say never! I didn't think I ever wanted to go the technical route, and now look at me! Thanks for watching, as always. James

[@Paul-45-70]

I’m a recreational diver too and have had an unpleasant experience with a buddy that was teamed with me and the thought of entering a overhead environment scares the crap out of me.

[@LodgeMan2011]

After watching your channel forever, I just realized you said “click the diving bell icon” in the intro when telling people to subscribe 😂 smooth

[@will1926]

Buoyancy of the Hindenburg 😂😂 genius

[@stevecrane1125]

Awesome .You hit it out of the park.Check your ego was spot on.And your final tip about choosing a Technical iInstructor was well put.My Instructor was amazing.The first thing he said was that if you don't do the skills to my satisfaction you will not pass my class.You are right,it is a mentor-ship .Did my Trimix last year and enjoyed it so much I did my Advanced Trimix this past summer.You want to see some amazing shipwrecks come up and go diving in the Great Lakes.

[@dougw7925]

Really enjoyed both videos. Have just completed my Tec 40 with Padi using sidemount. The instructor Martin was brilliant. The experience was challenging, but rewarding. I actually believe that I am a better and more capable diver for doing this program. Looking forward to starting the Tec45 in the new year.

[@joshuaunderwood1873]

I live nearby, guess I'll be coming by for Tec Diving Training soon!

[@AirwolfCrazy]

Technical diving is something I want to learn and do. To that end I started to work with and dive with the equipment and further I have been getting information from the local tech divers. I also looked into diving doubles and discovered my back does not like the weight and my right hand cannot reach the tank valves. So, I am now a certified Sidemount diver and love it. While my skills from single tank backmount have been useful I am still training myself to use the Sidemount correctly. So, for now I am still an AOW recreational diver with Nitrox I have a goal for technical diving in future. This video really put things in perspective, thank you.

[@DiversReady]

Thanks Christopher! Good luck with your Tec training when you decide the time is right! Dive safe. James

[@akseakayaker]

This guy is a positive credit for our dive community.

[@ketsuno4914]

Did my advanced nitrox and decompression dive cert just before the lock down. The amount of maths involved did my head in at the start, just as well there are apps out there to help. The dives were awesome, the new skills and re visiting of the old ones made it all the more enjoyable. A great instructor, Rubens, who pushed me to find my limits made me more confident I'm sure.

[@harrodharrod5239]

The $$$ and kit advice is spot on. I had to buy the entire kit again when I decided I wanted to go the tech way. The only things that are the same between my rec kit and tech kit are mask, backup torch and computer. And as for the instructor, I was lucky enough to do my discover scuba in a small dive center with tight knit community that cares about their graduates. My advice for taking up tech diving is to look for a smaller dive center, which is much more likely to have a bunch of hardcore divers who take care of each other. Big centers often only care about their bottom line and it's more profitable to churn out 10 OWDs a week than it is to keep a handful of enthusiasts and guide them throughout the transition of becoming a tech diver.

[@chrismiller8432]

I'm taking tec 40 now. Price is no joke.

[@bornaluckyman1]

Amazing advice.. made me question myself... Nearly ready but not quite.... Work in progress..lol thank you

[@Makdiver]

Thanks - Spec: the part about choosing the right instructor as this is not just a weekend course and then it's over .. Thanks again for a great video- makdiver from Denmark

[@DiversReady]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks Makdiver1!

[@shawnskiver1341]

Well said James. technical diving is an equipment intensive sport.

[@billhazel4476]

Thank you for all of your videos, I eagerly await every Monday to learn from you. In regards to Tech Diving I especially thank you as you have confirmed my suspicions that I absolutely am NOT at current an appropriate candidate for this level of my favorite hobby. The geekish element as well as sac rate have me excluded at this time. I will however continue to enjoy recreational diving as it not only serves as my yoga or primary form of distressing but it is great exercise as well. Again thank you for your insight and I await more wisdom.

[@DiversReady]

Thanks Bill! We can't make this channel without people like you. Hope to see you on a dive boat somewhere, someday! Dive safe. James

[@everist22]

@bill hazel - i hope you mean de-stressing? 😳😂😂

[@rgorji]

Wonderful video. Thank you. You are always to the point and shoot straight. That is great.

[@DiversReady]

Thanks Reza! Glad you like them! James

[@johnnorvell2113]

Great video and it has helped me decide to take TDI Intro to Tech this coming spring/summer! Worked thru Rescue and Solo this summer and fall with a great instructor and can’t wait. Love your videos so far and subbed your channel yesterday. Keep up the great work.

[@DiversReady]

Thanks John! Appreciate your support buddy! Really happy you have an Instructor you gel with... it's so important. Dive safe! James

[@butchkhandives4270]

Thank ypu James. Its because of your videos that I have been practicing all fundamentals these past few months. Now ready to take an Intro to Tech course next month. Hopefully onwards to more training in tech.

[@tristanherbert7426]

maybe in a few years when i have more than twenty dives still interesting to watch

[@johnpownall1511]

Brilliant video! 👍🏼

[@kevingumfory]

Anyone subbed already knows ... this fckn dude is a beast. I sent him/diversready a msg concerning gear. I don't know if James was who responded but that night I did get a response. Landlocked and get a response from Miami. Big deal to me from a guy in demand !

[@buckyplayz1919]

Great job with this. I did nitrox - cavern here in Florida like 20+ years ago. Now I have a son that is full steam ahead desiring full cave. I want to redo my training, nitrox, intro to tech, cavern. See where I stack up,, see if my body holds up 😂🤣😂. Cheers to you. Honesty. Love it

[@abyssalreclass]

I want to do technical diving someday, but I'm a newly certified recreational diver with a grand total of six dives under my belt. I'm gonna wait a few years (and probably 4-500 dives) before I give it a try. My bouyancy control is meh, I suck at mask skills, and I go through a 100 cubic foot tank in half an hour at 45 feet. I've got a long way to go.

[@hernancortes6575]

Almost 3 years later… How are you doing with your dives? I just started diving 3 months ago, I have around 20 dives. Eventually I too would like to start tec diving

[@abyssalreclass]

@@hernancortes6575 Haven't been diving as much as I'd like to, mainly due to the costs of renting a drysuit (I live in a rather cold climate), though I'm planning on buying my own suit soon. The diving I have done has gone well, and I've been consuming a lot less gas as I have gotten more comfortable and smooth in the water.

[@Ze_das_couves]

@@hernancortes6575yeaw, im curious! Keep the info here brotha

[@Ze_das_couves]

@abyssalreclass Are u a tec diver yet?

[@abyssalreclass]

@@Ze_das_couves Nope. Due to the prohibitive cost of drysuit rentals I haven't been diving anywhere near as much as I would have liked. I have plans to buy my own suit sometime this year, and once I do that I'll be able to do 1-2 dives a week at minimal cost.

[@parkerschmitt1594]

I'm a total math science geek and love to dive so technical diving is tempting me

[@albertojhernandez169]

Just signed up for my advance nitrox and deco course. Thanks for the information

[@jaymcnaught6204]

Keep them coming James agree with the ego check at the dice side. To many people thing there tech divers all the gear with no idea.

[@kyleknickerbocker8650]

You really have me interested. I have some fundamentals to get better at

[@Daniel-nt5gh]

I think two of the most importants things to go tek is not smoking and being fit, having a proper diet (none of these cost any money) and then money and time to get properly trained.

[@zebrastrong9291]

Jill is my hero! Also, new sub here! Just found your channel, and loving it!

[@DiversReady]

Thanks Zebra Strong! Jill is the best. Have you read Into The Planet yet? I'm nearly finished... so good. Welcome to the channel! James

[@alexanderroberts6098]

+Zebra Strong have you ever been diving? I am starting to get more experienced. Jill is an awesome diver! To scuba dive with Jill Heinerth would be a privilege.

[@TheThisami]

I'm excellent at behooving myself!

[@blackoceandiving8242]

Just put together my twinset. Apeks Tek 3 Regs, Apeks WTX Harness, and backplate. The wing is WTX-D 60R. Expensive is an understatement. Lol.

[@DiversReady]

Excellent! Dive safe.

[@kodiererg]

I read the requirements for TDI deco with advanced nitrox, and being a competent rec diver (diving most weekends for the last 5 years) I actually feel nervous about skill set. Planning to start in the spring, we'll see how it goes.

[@thorgrimb2416]

I want to do tec but know I have a long way to go before I can start, but we can all have our goals and mine are to learn sidemount and keep getting my dive numbers up while practising buoyancy control and for me importantly convert from a v12 gas guzzler. I am working on trim every dive I think I am quite good re not looking like a Xmas tree and I am very good at post analysis of my dives and accepting owning up to any mistakes working out what caused or contributed to the mistakes and what needs to be done to limit the chance of the same mistake happening again. So yep lots to work on who knows maybe in 2, 3, 4 or more years I might finally be ready.

[@flamer9783]

Just bought Into The Planet as well and the parts that I've flipped through have been amazing and I can't wait to finish it and hear your thoughts as well! Please do more book reviews too. I just finished Simon Pridmore's Scuba Professional and it was a great insight to the business side of the scuba industry. Defo taught me I'd rather be on the recreational side rather than the business side and gave me so much more respect for those working in the industry! Looking to finish the rest of the books in his scuba series! Great video btw! Taught me I have a LOT to work on before considering the Tec route!

[@jameswright5417]

Just starting out and get a lot from your videos. Thank you for such good content.

[@ivoryjohnson4662]

Super video .... hang out with tech divers they will be patient with you and if you can take constructive criticism you can get there. Fortunately I got a good group of folks on that journey and they make it fun.

[@undisclosedperson3871]

Definitely thinking about it!

[@stephdefy]

Thank you for this amazing video! Good vibes from Belgium 😁✌️

[@pucioy]

I'm pretty much ready - bought all my gear in black.

[@Findingmenno]

Again a nice vid James. Am I ready for Technical Diving?.... time to drop by and check just to be sure! ;-)

[@DiversReady]

Refresher for your first, Menno!

[@blyslv1]

I'd be very interested in the "why" of technical diving.

[@chrisglencross3867]

On small change to your advice...with the right instructor...your bouyancy control could be junk going in.... but it'll be good coming out! Can't do Tech without bouyancy.....

[@Ghostnotes1221]

Thaks for all your insight. I have 4 dives under my belt. I never plan on being a tech diver. At this point my safe limit is the depth in which I can safely reach the surface, should I have to ditch my air. Which is about 100ft.

[@ttb1513]

Ditch your air?

[@timcharley5138]

Good stuff, as always. Looking forward to learning how to tech dive.

[@scubamystic8860]

Think I’m Ready. I practiced holding my breath from 170 to 80 ft last weekend.

[@tailemac]

Great advice. Thanks for being generous with your info!

[@fredyboulos9287]

Thank you You just answered all my questions 😉

[@miks8]

08:04 - sick beat drop :)

[@benjaminhawkins1129]

You mention breathing quite often in your videos. It's something I work on every time I dive, that and buoyancy are the two biggest things I work on. My computer tells me my current PSI per minute usage but also at the end of the dive my overall PSI per minute. I know that in one of your videos you made a little joke about if you can consistently breathe in for 6 seconds and out for 6... Go take your instructor exam. :) But can you say what a good / solid PSI per minute looks like for an average, good, excellent and pro level diver?

[@jameschartrand7962]

I'm watching this and I literally only have my dives from my open water certification lmao. Yes I'm actually going on a dive soon. Also, nice name

[@DiversReady]

Thanks James!

[@Depstha]

Same story here.

[@vandoo66]

Wish all this info was as easily available when I was younger. The hurdle doesn’t seem as insurmountable as it once did. Still happy with my many years of rec ( and wreck) diving but were I to do it over I might chose the path least taken.

[@donnerzinkerheinrich4449]

Great Video! I would love a Video about Fins.

[@DiversReady]

Hi Donner! We made one as a sponsored video for Scuba Diver Magazine's channel. You can find it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3OpdaZ4jtGHb5o Thanks for watching! James

[@RyoToraburu]

No where close to ready to travel down this adventurous trail but I was curious to read the questions to ask a potential instructor. Unfortunately the link loads as ‘This page can’t be found’ 😢

[@MultiHunterOne]

"Buoyancy control of the Hindenburg" Holy shit I didn't expect myself to laugh this loud.

[@SeanWalberg]

What are your thoughts on technical training for people that want the tech skills but to stay within a rec profile? e.g. taking GUE fundies or TDI ITT -- not getting into the deco stuff, but to obtain the training in proper finning and buoyancy? And if that's not the way to obtain those skills, what kind of instruction does one look for to get them?

[@jcvanier]

Sean Walberg GUE fundies is a course that will kick your butt and is a very good investmenent. No matter where and with which instructor. Solid skills and not a guaranteed pass. TDI ITT depends on the instructor.

[@jcvanier]

So sad for all the agencies where you need to shop around for an instructor. GUE and its standardized system and high requirements for instructor has sorted all of this.

[@DiversReady]

Hi Sean, thanks for watching. GUE guys will tell you GUE is the best. TDI guys will tell you TDI is the best. It's the same as rebreather owners... Every rebreather owner will tell you their's is the best, the only brand to dive, because they don't want to admit they spent $10k on something that isn't great. Same with Tec Instruction. Ultimately, the agency is not going to be in the water with you, the Instructor is. I know good and shitty Instructors for ALL agencies. As I said in this video, pick a few you're considering, give them a call and feel them out. Don't let the agency be the deciding factor. Hope this helps! James

[@SeanWalberg]

@@DiversReady Hi, thanks for your response. I only brought up the agency as an example, was really more interested about your opinion of taking intro level technical training from a technical agency in order to build solid foundational skills since the recreational classes seem pretty weak there. I'm not currently interested in doing tech dives requiring deco or multiple gasses, but the finning and buoyancy they teach at the intro level seems idea. But as a technical instructor, what do you think of rec people taking those classes with no intents of progressing past intro?

[@yangjie07]

@@DiversReady Hi, I have the same question regarding intro level technical training. Is it good for recreational diver to gain better buoyancy and kicking skills through the intro courses?

[@logicalzombie]

Great video, one small typo on the second tip transition 'within' at 4.20

[@Buyer43]

Will be starting to learn tech dive, in November in Egypt at Camel Dive Centre, starting with Tech 40,45 and 50. I’ve not dived since 2014 so want to get diving before I start new courses, I’m both a MSD (I collect speciality’s) and have been a DM since 1999. What’s your view on CCR? Also I’m in Miami in October any local dive trips?

[@TheRedbaron11]

Where do you usually go for technical dives on your free time? For eg deep wrecks, caves, deep spots in open water?

[@derrickwilliams1902]

A technical diving course is not a "gentlemen's course" per se, you can invest a considerable amount of money into it and fail to achieve qualifying standards, which means no certification and that's for a very good reason.

[@DiversReady]

Exactly! And I don't want to see people waste there time and money. When you're ready, go for it 110%! But not before. Thanks again, Derrick. James

[@doriandurazo675]

Tec diving is not simply about going deep, but a means of getting to where you need to go! Example: Subic bay Philippines has amazing wrecks but most are out of recreational level,therefore tec skills are needed. If you want to go deep just to say you dove deep than its not for you! If that is the case just tie your computer and a lead weight to a long rope and throw it overboard and Waa La you have something to post on Facebook! Tec/ Cave diving is for people that have a strong mindset, independent thinkers, passionate, alpha dogs and don't give up as nobody is going to guaranty your safety but yourself. Value your life and dive safely

[@Thomas-mf9qm]

#askdiversready.....so how 'bout that book review of Into the Planet?

[@DiversReady]

YES YES YES! That needs to happen.

[@Baslakor]

Love the video! Thank so much! A question though. I'm an OWSI (so you know, kinda on a budget), but am really interested in tec diving! How does being a tech diver affect job-hunting and salary? Is there demand for tec divers? Also, would it be (financially) worth it to go all the way up to tec instructor? Thanks!

[@roozbehmanouchehri3279]

Do u consider a Scubapro Hydros Pro suitable for tech divining?

[@ftothel794]

Hi there. Don't you think if a person has poor in-water skills they should look for a good instructor so they can learn proper behaviour and techniques? Further to the question, don't you think that seeking tec diving training is a great way to improve one's diving capabilities? I just think it's very difficult to judge oneself based on a short video that a buddy filmed with a GoPro or Paralenz. Also, if a person wants to progress into tec, shouldn't they invest in good equipment and get trained while using that specific equipment, as opposed to using split fins, snorkel, and jacket-style single-tank BCD? Cheers!

[@almerindaromeira8352]

5:47 the same saying goes for the pilot community

[@saguenayit]

Like you vids but... Please invest in a good mic. Also, music is often too loud.

[@Yggdrasil42]

Exactly. The content is interesting. Video quality is great. But the voice can be hard to understand. Maybe a better mic, or some dampening material to reduce reverb on the walls. Nonetheless excellent content.

[@dredd183]

Informative

[@DiversReady]

Thanks dredd183!

[@matthewdavis6403]

I'm new to diving but out of curiosity, do you pick and choose your students for the course? Have you ever turned down anyone or give them some kind of test/ dive with them before becomming their Tec dive instructor? Cheers

[@DiversReady]

Hi Matthew, the answer here is yes, yes and yes. Ideally, I get to see students in the water, before I take them on to Tec. But I can also interview them over the phone and have them explain their diving experience. One of my favourite questions to ask is: 'Which area of your diving skills do you feel needs the most work?' And if they answer, 'Nothing. I'm a kick-ass diver!' Then they are not ready for Tec! They need to be able to self-assess and self-criticize in a realistic way. I hope that helps! Thanks for watching. James

[@matthewdavis6403]

@@DiversReady thanks for the reply, yeah we dealt with people like that in the Marines that couldnt self assess...again I'm new to diving but your videos have helped me tremendously, always keeps me critically thinking about certain scenarios, cant thank you enough for all the great content

[@BenTvHowman]

I have a long way to go yet,

[@roelofco]

Dear James, I would like to go into Tec diving eventually, however I know my limits. At this stage of my diving I feel like I cannot keep up with other divers regarding dive time since my air is out on a standard 18 m dive in 35 - 40 min. The other divers can keep going for the entire dive 50 - 60 min. Do you have any tips on how to manage and improve my breathing?

[@DontScareTheFish]

I may not be James, but experience and relaxation make a huge difference. If you can mentally "Zen Out" (note not "space out") while underwater . After that, technique. Are you kicking like mad, or do your kicks "count". Finally fitness, If you get out of breath walking up stairs it's probably a good sign you've got to put some work in this area. If you're routinely taking hour long runs or cycle journeys you're probably fine here.

[@ttb1513]

Good buoyancy control and trim management helps you to be more effortless in the water and to make your propulsion or finning more efficient. I know that’s what I’ll be working on.

[@wallybrown9509]

Hey James, I ready for Tec. How much cashola $$$ is a fair cost for a, saaayyyyy Tec 40, 60 etc. class, start to finish?

[@DiversReady]

Hi Wally! You'd have to ask a PADI Tec Instructor that question. I've taught for PADI in the past, but no longer. If you want to check my rates, I teach TDI and they can be found here: www.miamitechnicaldiving.com/technicaldivercourses.html Thanks! James

[@Yggdrasil42]

And don't be afraid to look at other agencies. The quality of the instructor is far more important than which agency they're with. I was a PADI diver up till Rescue then switched to TDI for Sidemount, Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures because I ran into a group of very experienced tech instructors who just happened to be with TDI. Turned out to be a good choice. Once you get past the rec levels cross-certificication isn't a big deal as most instructors will know how training compares between agencies and will help fill in any gaps.

[@FooBarMightBeGreen]

Where's the part 1?

[@DiversReady]

Hi Timo, right here, buddy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6OpZKCQZ7xpgbM Thanks for watching. James

[@revtechmarine]

Will you say you're an independent Constructor I would like to talk to you about Some technical courses And who you go through

[@DiversReady]

Sure thing, Rev Tech! Shoot me an email to [e-mail] or check out our website: www.miamitechnicaldiving.com Dive safe! James

[@sohamsurve9123]

Hey i am open water diver how can i be tech diver

[@DiversReady]

Hi Soham, Thanks for watching. Apart from the obvious answer of meeting the prerequisites for whichever Tec course you are looking at, I would offer: 1. Make sure you have the fundamental skills mastered. 2. You have comfort within and to the edges of your limits now. 3. Do as much diving as you can to gain experience. 4. You find an Instructor who teaches the way you like to learn. Hope that helps! James

[@myoceanadventure3367]

🚨🌊💯⚓️

[@DiversReady]

Thanks Saeed!

[@myoceanadventure3367]

We need more laughter in your script obviously you have a sense of humour

[@AndreiAstrakharchik]

Does it make sense to enroll to PADI Tec course? Or, PADI is not the best choice for technical diving?

[@DiversReady]

Hi Andrei, thanks for your question. It really isn't about the agency. It's about finding an Instructor you're happy to work with. Ask the Instructor you're thinking of training with to explain why they teach for the agency they teach for. Hope that helps, thanks for watching. James

[@Teampegleg]

I don't know all the passed out drunks that I've seen are pretty horizontal.

[@DiversReady]

Hehehehe I have the perfect meme for that. Too bad KZbin doesn't let me post it! James

[@sneaky_ru]

It's cool and all, but just too expensive.

[@MauricioGarcia-mk5bz]

8:14. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SteinStylerLP]

I highly appreciate this video and it's also a great one but I don't think that you are completely right with the second point. You said that people aren't ready for technical diving if they can't execute a dive plan but if you are a IAC Deep Diver or a CMAS** you are allowed to dive 40 meters deep but you aren't a tec diver. Then, if you plan a 40 meter dive but recognize that your head is getting slow and you feel drunk at 35 meters you would change the plan and dive a bit higher you wouldn't have sticked to the plan but you could still be ready for tec because nitrogen poisoning can occur at 30 meter at one day and at 50 the other day. Hope you know what I mean👌

[@forgot_my_name_again]

You see the problem here right? You might want to consider trimix at dives below 30 meters. Specially if these dives are demanding and you may actually need a clear head. Unfortunately many organizations still believe in deep air just to keep prices low and don't really put this in their curriculum until below 40 meters.

[@scubaclient355]

The transition from OW to tech would be minimal, provided the OW Instructor had sold the correct equipment from the beginning. The gas calculations consist of basic division and multiplication only. You don't need to use helium provided your END is not affected by narcosis.

[@startingsomewhere9082]

Me whose not even a rec diver🤔

[@BikerGoldie]

Sorry but the music was just too distracting when trying to listen to you.

[@DGFishRfine1]

A moment of silence for our brothers and sisters paying for helium 😔

[@dclangst]

You might be ready but is your wallet ready? Oh my God is it another level of expensive.

[@christiansiler]

Ok, but in your example is the passed out drunk face up or face down?🤔🤿