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[Ann Marie]

Hi and Welcome to the board.

Your public profile doesn't state your gender. If you are a female, it sounds as if we have similar weight and diving rigs (I dive a 7mm wetsuit with a 3mm hooded vest and an 80 steel tank). I use 14 lbs of weight and could probably drop 1-2lbs. off the weight belt. I would think that 24lbs is a bit much. Granted, I dive down to get under but once pass 2 feet never have a problem staying down. Ask your instructor to help you do a weight check. They should be more than happy to.

 

[The Dive Bum]

Ann Marie, I just got back from Bonaire (my 3rd trip). That place really does rock. I have been lucky enough to get to dive in some nice places but every year I seem to make it back to there. I have already scheduled my 2006 trip. Where are you staying.

the dive bum

 

[Ann Marie]

I'm going with the scubaboard group. We are staying in the Plaza Resort. It will be my first trip---I am so stoked about going!

 

[MontereyCADiver]

What Ann Marie said (that sounds like reasonable advice).

Welcome to ScubaBoard, you're sure to like it here!