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To: Multiple recipients of list wreckdiver <wreckdiver@wreckdiver.com>
From: nlk@ix*.ne*.co*
Date: Thu, 04 Jun 1998 19:04:34 -0400
Subject: Re: USCG Duane
Both the Duane and the Bibb are excellent dives. Curents on the surface can pick
up quickly while you are down below.  Make sure you descend and ascend the same
line.

I was unable to find ANY local dive shops that hosted dives to either wreck. I
ended up having to take my own boat.

Have fun.

Wally1716@ao*.co* wrote:

> There are several entry points in the Duane.
> You might be thinking of its sistership, the Bibb...sunk right next to the
> Duane.
> Your best  and  safest bet to penetrate the Duane is with a guide.
> They cattle boats will  *NOT*  normally allow penetrations as it might require
> deco
> and  increase the risks,  waiting time for other divers   and  additional
> safety gear which they are  *NOT*  willing to take along.
>
> You might have to go to smaller  ( and more expensive ) techie boats.
> Again,  the small extra payment for a guide would be a very wise investment
> to reduce your risk exposure.
>
> Jeff Wingate at  Wreck Diver Ventures...Cel  (305) 394-1500
> or  Phone (305) 451-3900  might be able to help you there.
> Give him my regards.
>
> ....
> Wally Barnes
> NAUI 1716
> IANTD  79
> //////



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