I've had my own gas mixing whip for about 5 years now, which I put together myself and upgraded over time to it's current configuration. Eric asked if I would help him and others in our local group, put one together for their use so they could set up their own mixing station. The goal was to put together a whip for mixing nitrox / trimix that could also be used as a crossover whip, if needed. The following is an example of how you can put your own whip together if you are so inclined. If you are more of an armchair observer it will give you an understanding of how these things are constructed and used.

Nowadays, if you want a pair of spring straps for your Jet Fins (or any pair of fins that use adjustable heel straps) it is no longer necessary to make your own. However, if you would like to make your own you can still save a couple of bucks, and maybe even have something a bit better than what's available in the market place! Read on to learn how!

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Ok. It's time to build something again. What will it be... hmmmmmmm? I know, how about a drysuit dryer! I would think these would be mandatory for a neoprene drysuit but I built it for, and use it with, my trilam, as it gets the feet totally dry in short order and keeps the whole suit smelling springtime fresh!