This is about physics, not ethics. You have done your homework, go ahead and add the ankle weights but be sure to remove the corresponding lead from your belt or BC.
Pete
Pete
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If ankle weights work for you and moving your other weight doesn't, just wear them. Ignore people who tell you they are a problem. I fail to see the difference between using ankle weights v heavy fins!
The only reason I don't like ankle weights is that it makes for more work while kicking. But if you want a better work-out, then go with them...
Head-down trim is a common problem, especially for people who are moving into heavy doubles cylinders for the first time. The corrective remedy for them is to DIVE MORE. The problem will disappear with more time in the water, often without any changes in configuration.
For your case, there is no need for ankle weights. Do not try to use equipment to make up for lack of skill. Dive more.
Dive more. Your trim problems will resolve with more time in the water.
Try straightening your legs when you stop kicking. That will move your center of gravity back and level you.
Try keeping your head up at all times. Dropping you head will cause your torso to drop.
Arch your back at all times.
Try keeping your legs in a wide, stable stance.
I absolutely agree with everything Doc Harry said, except one thing: If you need ankle weights at the beginning to be comfortable and stable, use them. With development of your technique, you may eventually discard them. But there is no point diving uncomfortable and unstable just to avoid using a simple aid.
I used ankle weights in the beginning, and I was told just what Doc Harry said. The people who told me that were right, but they didn't make me feel very good about needing them in the beginning. We are ALL beginners at some point, and skill comes with time and practice. There is nothing wrong with some help, while you are learning.
... We are ALL beginners at some point, and skill comes with time and practice. There is nothing wrong with some help, while you are learning.
Yes I have moved tank as low as possible I don't have spring straps for fins and my fins are sp twin jets and are
+ bouyant, But I like the fins and don't want to spend more money on fins.
I guess my question is, with only 4 pounds of weight at my ankles a problem, with all of my other weight ditchable?