Apollo AV-2 Evolution Diver Propulsion Vehicle (SLA) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned three AV-1 over the last 15 years and have probably logged over 2,000 dives since I started diving. These scooters are both practical and fun. They can even get you out of a sticky situation from time to time. I rarely dive without one of my scooters these days as I have grown so accustomed to them. They are extremely durable and easy to operate. I dive in south Florida and typically dive between 8'-150' in high current drift dives. The AV-1 is simple and a great tool for these dives when lobstering. The AV-2 Evo has a longer burn time and comes with a saddle for hands free diving. The AV-2 also has a battery life indicator which consists of a three color LED on the nose of the cover.
Plus:
durable
improves bottom time (reduce air consumption)
cover way more bottom
no more CO2 headaches!
improves safety (if used correctly)
Negative:
cost between $1900 - $3800 depending on model (but worth it)
requires some mechanical know how
DO NOT USE FOR ASCENT!!!
Your friends will want to borrow it all the time!
Tips:
attach a SS snap clip to front handle for drift line with hook
make a cradle for transporting in truck or boat (they roll and slide)
keep o-rings clean and lubed
don't let friends borrow it - they will break it or not give it back!
keep battery full charged
get the NiMh battery - you will be happy you did!

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CUDA 650 Package Review

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(More customer reviews)I've put roughly 350 dives on my Cuda in 2 years. What's struck me the most has been it's reliability. It's always run like a champ - never flooded, not even a drop - and been easy to maintain.
I originally switched to the Cuda because of the speed. Now, I think more about the distance it can cover. There's enough distance available that when on a warm-water vacation on a liveaboard, I will do three dives without ever opening the scooter to charge the battery. Or, when diving at Monterey in cold water, two dives loaded down with stages. It's a very comforting feeling knowing the scooter has lots of reserve range and you won't be stranded offshore.
Our Cudas have taken a huge amount of wear and tear, and don't seem to show it. A common question seems to be about the all-aluminum hull and sea water. The zinc anode on the nose has worked well, and despite all the dives our Cudas have, there is no corrosion anywhere. About the only squawk I've had is that the battery will stick in the nose unless it's well lubed with silicone grease.
After 4 scooters, I've been very happy with the Cuda, and would buy one again.

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