Boy was Cozumel HOT! Francisco Ortigosa and I have just returned from 3 days of diving in sunny Cozumel. Despite the air temperature, we had a great time diving with Pepe, Giovanni and Ramon We did two spectacular dives on Palancar Caves, others on Santa Rosa Wall, Cedral Wall, Palancar Bricks, Delilah and the Buckle Up wreck.
Francisco agreed with me that Lake Travis would be a poor place to finish his rebreather course opting instead for warm, clear water and a boat to take us there! There is enough frustration for an advanced diver (Francisco is an Advanced Trimix diver and an Instructor) learning to make the transition to a rebreather without having to deal with zero visibility and a dry suit. I know a number of people who have done it and I have taught some of them, but the experience is much better in the tropics!
Upon hearing that Francisco had completed his course, the Pepe baptized him with cold water and everyone congratulated him. Congratulations Francisco! A silent diver is born and another set of doubles are relegated to the garage.
Next stop – Grand Cayman for Tech week…
