Myrtle Beach Dive Report

[JCAT]

We dove on the 'City of Richmond' last Wensday with Express Water Sports out of Merrills Inlet. This was my first trip with them, as I usually dive with Coastal Scuba when I'm in the area. I think they run a fine operation and their new boat (46 footer) is veeeerryy nice.

Located of the South Carolina coast about 25-30 miles, the 'City of Richmond' lies in about 50fsw and substantial current in places.

There were several groupers hanging about, a school of very pretty angel fish, and a 'cuda' that kept its eyes on us. Vis was in the 35-50' range and temp was in mid to high 70's.

With the 4 hour ride out there and back, I doubt I'll do this site again any time soon. It was worth one trip just to see it once though.

[blue37]

Jcat,

I heard the ride is down the coast... near Georgetown? Rough ride?

[JCAT]

We jumped some waves pretty hard, but nothing to worry about too much. However, I had an issue with doing the wrong thing, at the wrong time.

I stood up and then slammed back down on my mask case,,with my 4th point of contact. The case was a total loss and left a mark on me.

If you ride with these guys to any dive sites, bring a small cooler with food!

[blue37]

Better your mask case than your snorkel...

[DZorn00]

I will be in Myrtle on Nov. 8th do you know what the water temp is like then?