Finally Nailed It - Thanks for all the suggestions

[htatton]

After much reading, 5 request for ideas threads and 24 pool practice sessions I finally am feeling comfortable with buoyancy and trim. I would have never made it happen without all of your help and suggestions. You have proved that you can teach old dogs new tricks. Scubaboarders are the best.

I'm off to Isla Mujeres next week to practice with a little current and surge.

Take a look the the quick video to see the old guy's progress

NailedIt - TES-Software's library

Thanks again
Hyrum

 

[DivemasterDennis]

old guys rule, syas this 62 year old divemaster!

 

[bowlofpetunias]

After much reading, 5 request for ideas threads and 24 pool practice sessions I finally am feeling comfortable with buoyancy and trim. I would have never made it happen without all of your help and suggestions. You have proved that you can teach old dogs new tricks. Scubaboarders are the best.

I'm off to Isla Mujeres next week to practice with a little current and surge.

Take a look the the quick video to see the old guy's progress

NailedIt - TES-Software's library

Thanks again
Hyrum

Congratulations That's one of the things SB is here for. Another thing we are here for is to share the fun so come on back and share some pics and a trip report. Now you will be able to help other new members too sharing what worked for you

 

[spectrum]

That's great to hear!

The shallow depth that amplifies everything that makes buoyancy control a challenge and water pink ponging off the walls can make pool diving more difficult than you'd expect. I predict with some depth in open water you will be very pleased with your new found control.

For surge a few extra pounds of lead can be handy. Dive with the surge swimming forward when it wants to help you.

Pete