looking for a start in the tech world

[jmohns]

Hello all, I am starting to collect gear in anticipation of starting to train for the tech stuff, beyond just doing it right. My question is this, do any of you have any advice for someone new to all of this. I am looking for advice with gear as well as training. I have already purchased a backplate and harness, and I intend on going back as soon as my wallet will allow me to get the wing and weight pouches. I intend to set up doubles down the road some ways to get used to the added bulk while diving. I do not intend to do anything with my diving that would differ from the padi way except maybe paying more attention to technique with my diving through all of this. I just do not want to spend extra money I don't have because a dive shop says so. I would like to make an informed decision. Thanks for any and all help, James