Troporobo

Thanks for everything you do Rich!

Any debate about true impact is impossible because the “formula” used to announce the tariffs is gibberish, was not accompanied by any guidance on rules of origin as all past trade agreements everywhere have required, and may not even be implemented for long. It’s clear that uncertainty will be the defining factor in the near term. However, if taken at face value, prices for consumers will go way up and manufacturers will lose sales. But does the US market matter in an existential sense to photo manufacturers? I don’t know the % of sales there versus globally. The most likely answer is “who knows”? There is so much randomness and inconsistency going on, with today’s announcements swinging 180* away from yesterday’s that no one can plan with certainty. Add to that the fact that federal agencies charged with implementing new policies have had their staffs decimated so there’s no capacity for enforcement. I’m with Craig, sitting in a metaphorical bunker and waiting this out.

Another vote for vision correction from me, in the form of a prescription mask. My reasoning is that I don’t look at everything through the viewfinder (although Mrs Troporobo would dispute that contention), sometimes I just want to poke my face up close to something for a good look. And it’s cheap and easy to change those lenses.

There is certainly some great diving to be done in Canada! Search posts by ScubaBC to see some gorgeous video from Vancouver Island. Whether you want to get into that cold water is a different question but there’s no doubt about the beauty of that area.

Thanks Chris and Dave, both look like solid options

I'd like to revive this topic to see if there's anything new out there that people are happy with. Somehow in the process of two intercontinental moves in three years I've managed to lose my lights 🙄 I need a focus light with multiple power levels so it can also serve as a backup for night diving. I don't use a red light much so can do without that. Ideally it would run on AAs to not expand the growing number of batteries and chargers I already carry. I am resolutely opposed to proprietary and integrated non-replaceable batteries. The Kraken looks good with USB charging. Orca Torch has a couple of good models too. However both use a battery size not in my current inventory. Open to suggestions!

That area does have skeleton shrimp, but I gotta say that I don’t see any “shrimp parts” in this image. Usually the legs at least are noticeable. But it could be something I don’t know about.

Thanks for the ideas. I like those ULCS adapters! I should have clarified that I want to make my own paracord accessories and all my acquisitions are done online since I’m back in a place without supplies.

Perfect, thanks all!

I really want to use shackles not bolt snaps. Has anyone found a US supplier like these?

I really want to use shackles not bolt snaps. Has anyone found a US supplier like these?

That’s a really cool image of a frog!

There is only one in Fiji, the Nai’a, and by all accounts it is excellent. I’m planning a trip with them for next year. I just had a quick look and they’ve got space on several cruises in the next 3 months https://www.naia.com.fj

Thanks for the offer. I’m sometimes tempted, just need to get over the hurdle

Hello neighbor! I’m north of you in the islands. I learned to dive in the Sound at Edmonds and enjoy the photos and videos from others there but am now strictly a warm water diver.