In other words, I would not need to take everything out of the bag to access one single item only the container in which that item was located. My plan was to have separate components to secure the gear in the huge bag, and provide the ability to remove any one set of items independently. Lacking a proper cinch bag, I elected to simply use a canvas zippered tote for my BCD that it just fit into.Įarly on, I realized I would want to establish a packing system for keeping my gear organized within a larger rolling duffel bag. Brilliant! Perfect fit and construction for my regulator and dive computer. It’s narrower than my dive partner’s Blackhawk dive bag, so it rolls between a cruise ship bunk and bulkhead easier. Yes, I wouldn’t be all coordinated and new with my previously-loved-items storage system, however, arriving on a dive boat with all new matching, color-coordinated bags might scream “newbie,” and I figured I’d rather be looked at as odd or thrifty rather than as an amateur.įirst, I checked my attic and found a perfectly serviceable rolling duffle bag soft sides, quick drying, and all my gear fit perfectly in it. As long as I was getting all new dive gear… it was a great time to go ahead and splurge on updated fins, mask, snorkel – everything! With all those purchases, buying specially-designed dive bags got put on a back burner.Īs a big fan of “Use What You Have Decorating,” I decided to use what I already had for holding my new gear. In the past, I rented or borrowed gear, but a couple years ago, I realized I’d be doing a lot more diving and would want and need my own gear. When I purchased all my dive gear it was a large expenditure. It’s a dried, organized, checked for wear and tear, checked off my “to take” list, and ready to be packed. The dive gear is cluttering the guest room.
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