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I had an Aqualung Axiom XL that was determined to big for me, (cylinder weight shift was not able tighten BC to prevent from shifting)
Last night I tried a Hollis 200 HD XL, however, at the surface the back inflate BC did not provide adequate lift to keep head above water, and it pushed my face down and forward. I think, if I inflate my dry suit slightly the added buoyancy will get my head & face out of the water when I surface?
In addition to positive buoyancy, it is hard for me be at trim or neutral buoyancy below the surface using the Hollis BC. The Axiom I had was vest type BC and the Hollis is a back-inflate BC.
Another concern I have is I may be eligible for a breast and stomach reduction procedure. I will learn the details today. If the procedures are covered by my insurance, I will need six months recovery time before I can dive again. So it is important that I complete open water, dry suit and Nitrox computer certification.
Last night I tried a Hollis 200 HD XL, however, at the surface the back inflate BC did not provide adequate lift to keep head above water, and it pushed my face down and forward. I think, if I inflate my dry suit slightly the added buoyancy will get my head & face out of the water when I surface?
In addition to positive buoyancy, it is hard for me be at trim or neutral buoyancy below the surface using the Hollis BC. The Axiom I had was vest type BC and the Hollis is a back-inflate BC.
Another concern I have is I may be eligible for a breast and stomach reduction procedure. I will learn the details today. If the procedures are covered by my insurance, I will need six months recovery time before I can dive again. So it is important that I complete open water, dry suit and Nitrox computer certification.