Don't let anyone talk you out of diving the Bibb!Originally Posted by Like2dive
Don't let anyone talk you out of diving the Bibb!
Why is that?
Tell me more, I am leaving the day after tomorrow so as much info as quickly as you can would be great.
I can't wait to see what the warm water feels like. We have been in the upper 40's F on the bottom here lately. They said something like 77 F near West Palm Beach and even warmer in the keys. Funny thing, the folks that are local are wearing 5mm full wetsuits. I think I am going to be perfectly comfortable in my 2mm shorty. Just in case I am bringing my bottom 1/2 of a farmer john 3mm.
ace,
hope you guys have a great time in Florida - and we want a trip report and some lovely pics when you get back as well...
btw, off topic - the waters down here are about 28C/86F
Lottie
Sure thing!
86F!!!! OMG, I would have to get out just to cool off. That is like a bath temp.
well thats what my dive comp said last week.....
Lottie
Oh, I totally know that is what the temps in your area are, I am just saying that is HOT for me!well thats what my dive comp said last week.....
The Bibb is the sister ship of the Duane but it's on its side. There is usually a pretty strong current and you'll probably want to stay in the "shadow" of the wreck for most of the dive which will put you in about 110 FSW. You'll want to bring plenty of gas and hope that the boat you're on will allow you to go into deco. Or, you'll just get about a 15 minute dip on it. It rarely gets dove for those reasons.
I dove with these guys: http://www.silentworldkeylargo.com/. They're Brits, just like Lottie, and very nice to do business with
Here is my report on my last trip to Key Largo for reference: http://tinyurl.com/3xwr6y
Cool, now that is some GREAT info. Sounds like the Bibb is similar to what we see up here in New Jersey, well the water is almost 30 degrees colder and MUCH less viz, but the depth and currents sound the same. It sounds like that is definately a good one to dive on.The Bibb is the sister ship of the Duane but it's on its side. There is usually a pretty strong current and you'll probably want to stay in the "shadow" of the wreck for most of the dive which will put you in about 110 FSW. You'll want to bring plenty of gas and hope that the boat you're on will allow you to go into deco. Or, you'll just get about a 15 minute dip on it. It rarely gets dove for those reasons.
I dove with these guys: http://www.silentworldkeylargo.com/. They're Brits, just like Lottie, and very nice to do business with
Here is my report on my last trip to Key Largo for reference: http://tinyurl.com/3xwr6y
Thanks again man!
Dove the "Grove" yesterday. Bottom Temp was 79 F. degrees. Visibility was a poor 40 feet, with a 1/2 knot current. Over all a good dive!
In My opinion, the Bibb is a better wreck than the "Duane". I always enjoy the dives on this wreck.
Both these wrecks are advanced level dives. They are not to be taken lightly! 3 Jersey divers died on the "Grove" this spring, and the fourth barely made it out.
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