Viking Sport and EXO 26

This is my Viking Sport suit which I usually use when diving. I've had a turbo hood added to it as I think they are way more comfortable than the normal latex hoods. Heavy duty cuffs have also been added as well as attachment rings to allow the use of dry gloves. What attracted me to this suit the most was the colour pattern. The Red torso and black legs fit my style quite nicely. The smooth rubber of the Viking suits also makes clean up after a dive a breeze.

The tanks in the picture are my US divers ABS (Advanced Breathing System) which I purchased in 1990. Inside the case you have triple 30 cubic foot cylinders connected by a manifold. This not only gives you a total 90 cubic feet of air (as opposed to the standard cylinders 80 cubic feet) but also gives you an hydrodynamic backpack which is ballanced on your back, unlike normal cylinders. This creates less drag as you go through the water.

The mask is a US Divers EXO 26 bought in 1992. Comprised of an outer "Exo skeleton" and an extremely supple inner mask this has to be one of the most comfortable masks I have ever dove with. It can be used either with tanks or a surface supply and is equipped to take communications equipment (although I dont have any). I would, however, like to get the matching hard shell helmet, which goes over your hood at some point in the future.

Put it all together and you have an incredibly comfortable set of diving gear which is suitable for most applications you can think of, including ice diving (yes I am qualified for that too)

Viking Pro and KMB 9

Ok - so I'm way behind in doing postings - sorry but life intruded.

I think from here I'll start with some of my diving gear so first up is My Viking Pro suit with the turbo hood. This suit dates to the early 1990's and is one of my favorites for diving . Very comfortable the outside is heavy rubber which makes for easy cleaning. You can wear it in any temperature water as the insulation value depends entirely on what you wear under the suit, not the suit itself. The turbo hood is a double layer hood which gives you a latex hood next to your head (Always a good thing if you like rubber ) and an outer hood of the same material as the suit. This allows for a layer of air insulation between them and is very comfortable. The Mitts shown are Viking 3 fingered mitts which mate to the rings, which I have attached to the suit, giving you a water tight seal. While they are warm and fairly comfortable just for general diving I do find them pretty clumsy for doing any work.

The mask shown in the picture above and here is a US Divers Kirby Morgan Band Mask (KMB9) I believe they were produced from 1973 to 1975.

As you can see from the picture this one is not in the best of shape. In point of fact it not actually usable but does make a nice display piece. Not that it really matters alot to me as the Kirby Morgan Band Masks dont tend to fit the shape of my face very well and I find them rather uncomfortable but that is just personal preference.

To my knowledge the KMB9 was the second bandmask put out by Kirby Morgan/ US Divers with the first being the KMB8 (Though I may be wrong)

Heavy Weight Latex Sleepsack

Now we come to my favorite toy / piece of gear. I bought this heavy weight, latex sleepsack last summer (2007) when I was going through Atlanta. I saw it in the store (Atlanta Leather Co) and just had to try it. It fit me like a second skin and I fell in love with it on the spot. Naturally I had to have it.

I was told that the sleepsack itself is made in Germany but I never did get a straight answer as to the actual manufacturer. All seams are finished very well and, combined with the heavy weight of the latex, it makes for a very high quality piece. Internal sleves hold the arms tightly to your sides while a collar holds the sleepsack snugly around your neck. Three sliders on the

zipper allow access wherever needed yet they can be locked together (and to the collar) by employing small padlocks. Making escape impossible. (Although squirming around is very possible unless tied down - I have become very good at this ;) )

My only regret in this piece is that it doesnt have a built in hood / mask

Thus far the longest period I have enjoyed in it

has been 8 hours. Unfortunately I rarely have anyone here to allow me the pleasure of spending time in it. I have also been able to introduce a number of people to its pleasures and all have loved it as much as I have.

All in all it has been one of the best purchases I've made and I'm very happy with it.

Introduction to Electro

Two weeks ago (Dec 9th to be exact) a friend gave me my first introduction to electro (Thanks Kai). It was an incredible experience. Unlike alot of people I didnt find it painfull. Instead I experienced an incessant tickling. I only made it to 22 when it had to be shut down as I was laughing so hard I couldnt breath. (As you can see in this picture I was squirming for all I was worth by then - of course I was wearing a rubber catsuit) . The most maddening part of it is that your first reaction is to try to block the hands that are tickling you - and they arent

there. Even so - I loved it. This definately bears further experiementation. Guess I have to get my own as soon as I can afford it.

The unit used was the Eros Tec Remote

Controlled E Stim shown here (courtesy of the ErosTek site). Its an excellent unit and very portable but I think that I will go for the full sized model 312 as it has more features.

Combination Sleep Sack and Straight Jacket (Leather)

Another of this years purchases (and quite unexpected to boot) this combination sleepsack and straight jacket is an incredible piece of bondage gear. It is designed in such a way that the wearers arms can be either put in the sleeves and restrained, straight jacket fashion (or to their sides or even straight out as there are many connecting rings) or the arms can be placed completely within the sleepsack and the sleeves not used.

Incorporating heavy duty zippers in both back and front as well as cinching ties on the front and back and tit flaps allows, not only access to all essential zones but a high degree of adjustability as well. Throw in a dozen belts, all with locking buckles, and you have the perfect, escape proof, cocoon for a nice rest (or NOT :) ).

As well the sleep sack also incorporates heavy straps down the sides which, I understand, can be used for suspension, although I havn't tried that yet.

This was an ebay purchase and, I must admit, that I was rather nervous about it considering that I got it for an incredibly low price then was told it was to be custom made in Pakistan and they needed my measurements. You can imagine my surprise when I opened the package, expecting a cheaply made item and this appeared. Everything about the piece is very well made with all the appropriate reinforcements done and I have had no problems at all even with some rough use. All in all a great buy.

The first two pictures here are of me in the sleepsack and the third is of a friend (Thanks Kai)

Bondage Ball

My latest acquisition is one of the most interesting bondage items I've come across in a long time.

Shortly after we started planning the Greet the Meat night for the Mr Rubber Calgary competition I came across this item on line and knew it would be perfect for the bondage demos there. I contacted the maker (Elena's Latex in England) and, after speaking with Elena, ordered one. I must say that I am very pleased with the final result.

The ball itself is a double skin which results in the wearer being totally enveloped in tight rubber inside the ball as it inflates. The hood pictured

here is also inflatable and has a place for an oral nasal mask (not included) As well, the hood is attached to the ball with a zipper which allows you to use it separately or attach different hoods to the ball (I have another style ordered).

All in all the bondage ball is an incredible experience from the inside and a very pleasing visual experience from the outside. An excellent addition to my collection.

Anyone want to volunteer to spend some time in it at the demo?

Russian Submarine Escape Suit

Just to finish off this section on Submarine Escape suits I have to mention the Russian version. I had the pleasure of trying this one early this spring when two good friends visited and its incredible.

Very similar in most respects to the Chinese suit (Which I understand was actually modeled after this one) the biggest difference is the incorporation of an oral nasal mask instead of a mouthpiece and the different eye configuration. This makes the suit even more comfortable to wear for an extended period (Which I ended up doing - not that I could get out of it after being tied up anyway).

I'd really love to add one of these to my collection but, so far, the timing of availability and available cash have not matched up.