Question about weighting in a thick suit

[Blue Sparkle]

Looks like you're ready to roll! One note on the hood: I don't know if it's just me, but when I first wore my hood diving (like you are doing in the photo), my mask kept leaking. Just a trickle, but... an annoying trickle.

I couldn't figure out why (tried my mask strap over it, under it, etc.). Then I realized it was because the hood -- when I had it up over my chin like that -- made my face a wee bit "chipmunk cheeked" and I guess it was just enough to make my mask leak. Kind of like if you try to laugh or smile at your buddy.

I didn't get a chance to try it with my new/different mask, but I did find that if I just pulled the chin of the hood down under my chin that the problem went away. Of course the hood is not quite as perfect/warm that way, but... dry mask

Just thought I would spare you some "" if you have a similar problem.

 

[TexasKaren68]

Looks like you're ready to roll! One note on the hood: I don't know if it's just me, but when I first wore my hood diving (like you are doing in the photo), my mask kept leaking. Just a trickle, but... an annoying trickle.

I couldn't figure out why (tried my mask strap over it, under it, etc.). Then I realized it was because the hood -- when I had it up over my chin like that -- made my face a wee bit "chipmunk cheeked" and I guess it was just enough to make my mask leak. Kind of like if you try to laugh or smile at your buddy.

I didn't get a chance to try it with my new/different mask, but I did find that if I just pulled the chin of the hood down under my chin that the problem went away. Of course the hood is not quite as perfect/warm that way, but... dry mask

Just thought I would spare you some "" if you have a similar problem.

Thanks for the suggestion. I certainly do look chipmunk-cheeked in that photo. Not so much in real life

 

[haumana ronin]

Since you are posting equipment pics anyways, one can't help but be reminded of a previous thread concerning kicking techniques, coffee tables, and cameras.

Just sayin... you are already halfway there

:zen:

 

[diveprof]

Enjoy your dives tomorrow. You will enjoy the warmth at depth. These heavy suits are much easier on you in the water.