What is Technical Diving?

An introduction into technical diving for those seeking a better understanding of tec diving and trimix diving. We discuss the risks, the rewards and the consequences of decompression diving.
⚠️ Some concepts have been simplified for viewer understanding.
⚠️ Tech diving is not for everyone. Proper instruction by a certified technical diving instructor is required before engaging in this activity.

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[Bretdajet]

Great video. No ego or holier than thou attitude. Just facts and explanations. Thank you.

[CubanazoJB]

I’m a CCR trimix diver.. your vid is excellent… I’m recommending it to everyone who interested in tech dive!!

[Official_Blair]

Honestly one of the best Tec explanations I've heard. Well done!

[rabukan]

Very well explained! One of the best explanatory videos on this subject. I am a technical/cave/cave rebreather diver/instructor who no longer does much deco diving because of age. There comes a point when science can no longer tell us what deco does to the aging body, so there is a time for each of us to know our body's limits, and regulate ourselves. But the years I was doing deco (and yes, it's all about preparation) were profound as the skill levels required really expanded my horizons not only in diving, but in life. I now love just diving reefs, shallower wrecks and caves, dpv's, and teaching those who want to learn the fundamentals of tech skills. Enjoy!

[wutufux]

I'm open water diver with 13 dives and It's really awesome you give these information and knowledge. Thanks

[jimmymikecallahan]

As a tri/deep/cave/wreck /deco diver I have to agree with you fully. I believe the best recommendation I ever learned in getting into Tec is a quote told to me oh so many years ago.
'If you desire to run with the big dogs, first learn to pee in the tall grass' Solid training is mandatory. Good video mate.

[Kriterian]

You need more subscribers! Not only is all your technical information on point but the video quality is excellent. I'm glad youtube algorithm pointed me here, keep up the good work.

[teppicxxviii]

So much positivity and passion in your channel, keep on like that!

[sethgeckovaasm]

From now on İm your biggwst follower to achieve my own goals and put together and collect the stories of the my Father and My Uncle’s Legacy. Thank you!

[elsr.williams]

I like your intro, good video, great content, good information, you almost convinced to be a diver.

[epic_SCUBA]

Excellent video. I agree about the trepidation for gas switching! That was a big pause moment where I realized this type of mistake was possible death.

Great video, thank you so much! Despit being a diver for 30+ years I often forget about tradeoffs you tackle so meticolously. Keep safe!

[Blinddenial]

really loved this vid. Thank you so much. I'm busy with my rescue diving course and looking towards where I go next :)

[morganames]

OUTSTANDING, Nick!!!! I'm a 70 year old PADI TEC45 diver (Tec Sidemount) and am keenly interested in your Mexico 2023 cenotes dive trip and bull shark encounter dive. For these cenote dives, should I pursue TEC-50 or TMX-50 cert this summer to prepare me for deep overhead deco profiles? In general, I have used EANx80% for technical wreck diving in the ocean to accelerate my off-gassing but, as time marches on, I often wonder how much longer I'll be able to pursue the disciplined exploration drive and, at what point, I should satisfy myself with simpler dive profiles? I look forward to engaging with you to learn more!

[evolvedmonkey]

I respect all that want to follow the Rec diving tree and become Pro's that teach and guide other people, dive guides, instructors etc, but that's not my objective, I really want to follow Tec Diving, and i think that both SSI and PADI lack information when someone reaches for example Master Diver "50 dives, at least 4 certifications and Stress and Rescue" they seem to push those divers to the traditional.. dive guide, instructor path, other than Tec diving, I would love to take Fundamentals of decompression and further on my knowledge in Diving that I see as a Huge Iceberg, Recreational above water, and an infinite World of TEC under water level, I think a rec diver soon discovers that he does not know nothing at all about diving when he sees the world of Tec. Love your video, subscribed.

[daveb]

Way to go mate, you are living the dream now! 😁 Awesome video and explanation for those that don't understand or do Tec.

[brittonwinter]

Well done video. Thank you for presenting the information the way you did.

[MaciejJeszkeP]

Probably almost every diver from Europe who comes to the US will be treated like a Technical :P

Why?
Din, WingStyle, Drysuit, training in cold dark water and recalculates everything in the metric system in his head :)

[catalinchivulescu]

Great video but I would like to mention that there is a mistake, at minute 11:08. Breathing a gas outside MOD does not give OTU oxygen toxicity. It gives CNS Toxicity (Central Nervous System Toxicity) which usually leads to convulsions and death. OTU is related to Pulmonary oxigen toxicity, which can be "ignored" if you usually follow CNS toxicity (One OTU is earned by breathing 100% oxygen at one bar for one minute. The most conservative limit sets a maximum of 300 OTUs per day for multi day diving trips.)

[theshadowking]

The elites of diving y’all cool for that