Maybe if we used these we could cross a little quicker...
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Maybe if we used these we could cross a little quicker...
Who knows? But that scooter looks pretty cool in any event.How long can he hold his breath?
Tobin
My original plan was for the four of us to go in at Dover and come out at Cap Gris Nez but until someone invents one that has the duration and speed we are going relay!
I think the fundraising aspect of this event is great but I don't really see the diver challenge myself (other than equipment and weather/tide logistics). Even if it does take 12 hours, that basically boils down to 6 -1 hour dives at 15' (with 1 hour SI's) hanging off of scooters following a compass bearing or surface towed marker. Not really a DCS risk and the surface support boat could alert either divers or other vessels encroaching along the anticipated pathway.
Now, if one guy was crossing on one scooter...
These sort of activities success or failure usually turn on one small detail being overlooked. The logistical challenge of having multiple spare parts for everything is daunting but doable....We get one shot at it so to fall over because we brake a scooter, loose a battery or run out of egg sandwiches ain't going to happen on my watch!...
We are still in the training mode so if you guys have any ideas and suggestions then please, fire them over- we'll consider anything (within limits!!)