If I did not have this alternate air system this dive could have been life threatening because of the problems experienced with the second stage free-flow. Although my problem on this dive happened at the end of the dive and on the surface there was no cause for alarm. If this were to happen early in the dive it would have called for an alternate air system.

When you are scuba diving learn to be self sufficient and bring 2 or 3 of everything you need even if you always dive with a buddy. Never rely on another person except for yourself. In an emergency situation what would you do if your buddy drowned or blacked out at depth? Who would save you then? These are the questions every diver must ask themselves, the answers that you give yourself will help you determine your true skill's and abilities.

Never under any circumstances attempt a dive like the previous dive until you have had the proper training and supervision. Underwater in the heavy currents there are a lot of navigation hazards. Make sure that when you do your first dives here that you go with someone who can show you the ropes. If you die trying this your first time because you went by yourself you wouldn't be the first.

Remember:

There Are Old Divers, And There Are Bold Divers, 
However There Are No Old Bold Divers!