Bob:

Get a Halcyon. I've tried the Carter and either the flapper valve in the
bottom sticks, or the seams leak/burst. I got a Halcyon Super Marker which
inflates off your BC hose (but has no swedge balls, so it detaches as soon
as you let go). It inflates slower thank the Carter but not having a risk of
entanglement with a second stage used as an inflator and giving you an
unplanned ride to the surface well worth the tradeoff.


Patrick

----- Original Message -----
From: <RLucas1013@ao*.co*>
To: <FLTechDiver-owner@mikey.net>; <techdiver@aquanaut.com>
Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2001 8:57 AM
Subject: Surface Markers


> I presently use a lift bag when doing drift deco, however, I see most
people
> are using surface markers here in South Florida and I'm about to cross
over,
> but tired of buying shit and every dealer swears theirs is the best. I was
> wondering if any particular brand or model was best suited for a surface
> marker and could double for emergency lift. Any info or comments would be
> appreciated.
>
>  1. OMS's surface marker, I think it's 55# of lift and has the O. P vent
> (pull type) and one way flapper near bottom.
>
> 2. The new (new to me) Carter 35# surface marker that has an oral inflate
and
> O.P vent in same tube located near the bottom.
>
> Too all who reply thanks for your time.
>
> BOB
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