Dive Shops in/around Kona

[KneeDeep]

Hey, what are some recommended dive shops on the big island around the Kona area? Or, what are some shop to run away from?

[selkie]

I liked Big Island Divers when I was there in October.

[mz53480]

These guys were good....as of 2009.

http://www.konahonudivers.com/

[spatman]

Jack's Diving Locker for the manta and blackwater dives.

Kohala Divers if you're heading north up the coast.

[Nwcid]

http://www.konadivingcompany.com/Pages/default.aspx has a DM named Billy that has time in the PNW and working with Bob. He is a great guy and understands the differences between diving here and there.

It was nice to see someone in HI with a BP/W and a can light

[Mortuus]

Jack's Diving Locker for the manta and blackwater dives.

Kohala Divers if you're heading north up the coast.

+1 for Kohala Divers, but I could just be biased because they certed me =P

[WylerBear]

I had a very pleasant experience at Kona Honu Divers.

[Scubie Doo]

Kona Honu was great for the manta dive. Kohala divers was nice for the blackwater dive. Jackson Seay is a great guide to shore dive puako. And make sure you hit place of refuge (aka two-step) shore dive. My personal favorite dive in Hawaii.

[KneeDeep]

Great... thanks for the replies all. Will be doing some site reviews tonight.