The Hydro Atlantic can be compared to a wall dive depending on how it is
dove. You can stay well within recreational limits, both time and depth, by
exploring the upper superstructures from 115'-130'. EAN30 is a good choice
for disciplined divers that can avoid diving beyond a specific depth. Since
the dive is beyond 80' it should be treated as a deep dive. Recreational
divers should use the rule of thirds on gas management. IANTD has guidelines
for proper equipment selection and redundant gas delivery for dealing with
unlikely emergencies. As on wall dives, you can hover above the railings on
this giant ship and look down at a beautiful, red gorgonian smothered steel
wall that drops below another 45' or more depending on where you happen to
be looking from.
	If the current is strong we drift dive it for 10 minutes at 120' and swim
with giant schools of amber jack and an occasional spotted eagle ray. For a
second dive we go due west 2000' to a natural reef ledge off Boca Raton
Inlet and dive EAN36 - 40 at 60' and make the run worthwhile. There's some
good hunting in this area and the seafood we porpoise on when get back just
doesn't get any fresher. Enjoy. If you are not properly trained to dive
beyond 80' you are risking more than your life when attempting to do so. You
are a danger to all involved.
Semper Deep,
Capt. Jim



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