ice diving harness question

[MNDiver]

I think that there are so many options because there are so many types of diving.  From commercial diving to your basic discover diving class.   I am sure ice diving in the artic is quite a bit differnet than diving one of our local lakes.  Differnet procedrues and gear for differnt types of diving.  Plus, just a few of us that are nuts about diving can't keep all the dozen or so local shops in business. ;D ;D ;D

All the SCUBA agencies are in the business to make a profit.  If they all agreed, how could they set themselves apart from the other guys and 'sell' their product?  My experience has been that the agencies set minimums for the class, it is up to the store & instructor to add value to set themselves apart.   All the training and gear choices just help you make more informed personal choices. 


Shooter... I take it you are not a DIR fan?

And for the record, you are all wrong.... HALO for the mac freaking rocks!  It is the best game ever....

Later,

Chris