I'm with reefraff and Rick...spend some time in the water and relax.
Surely it's not supposed to be this difficult
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rgbmatt
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Twin 80s are easy to dive. They're pretty neutral in the water and the weight distribution isn't much different than a single 80.
Your problem is that you were task-loaded, overweighted, and wearing a bunch of strange gear. This is normal. Chances are, if they'd given you a single tank on that rig, you'd be in the same shape.
Twin 80s only require 2 pounds or so more weight on your belt than a single 80 - depending how much body fat you have, a steel plate in fresh water and an almost non-existent suit can be complete overkill. I have an aluminum plate and a 4-mil suit, and I still don't need weight in the pool.
Also, no need to burden yourself with tech training just to use doubles. Doubles are great for long, shallow no-deco dives.
Your problem is that you were task-loaded, overweighted, and wearing a bunch of strange gear. This is normal. Chances are, if they'd given you a single tank on that rig, you'd be in the same shape.
Twin 80s only require 2 pounds or so more weight on your belt than a single 80 - depending how much body fat you have, a steel plate in fresh water and an almost non-existent suit can be complete overkill. I have an aluminum plate and a 4-mil suit, and I still don't need weight in the pool.
Also, no need to burden yourself with tech training just to use doubles. Doubles are great for long, shallow no-deco dives.
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mongoose
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Guys,
Just wanted to say thanks for all the advice I've received. It's been a real help... I'm hearing a lot of things I haven't thought of, and taking them to heart.
Regards,
--'Goose
Just wanted to say thanks for all the advice I've received. It's been a real help... I'm hearing a lot of things I haven't thought of, and taking them to heart.
Regards,
--'Goose
I have no doubt that you will not only succeed but be able to shoot back with deadly accuracy as you reverse kick away through the driver's side window... without touching the door frame or steering wheel.mongoose:
humanphibian
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Goose,
You can borrow my rig if you would like. I know that the wing is red but...... We are about the same height, so the bands should be set close enough. It has an AL backplate, so no need to buy one just yet. I can send it to ST with Sean and you can spend some time in the pool with it.
Don't give up!! just find what works, it's well worth the effort. It's kinda like a hot rod, they require a little more tinkering and practice, but when you get it right......you'll have a grin on your face that won't go away.
Scott
You can borrow my rig if you would like. I know that the wing is red but...... We are about the same height, so the bands should be set close enough. It has an AL backplate, so no need to buy one just yet. I can send it to ST with Sean and you can spend some time in the pool with it.
Don't give up!! just find what works, it's well worth the effort. It's kinda like a hot rod, they require a little more tinkering and practice, but when you get it right......you'll have a grin on your face that won't go away.
Scott
My advice would be to get in a pool with your doubles and just stay there until you can hover. Once you can hang for a few minutes without moving you know that you CAN do it and what it should feel like when you have your bouyancy, position and trim dialled in.
Doing skills while neutral is easy, once you know what you´re looking for, don´t do anything until you have it. If that takes time, let it, you´re doing the course to learn ,not to get out of the wreck (or wherever you are) fastest. Just slow down, relax and enjoy the challenges that will make you a better diver...
Just my 2cents...
Doing skills while neutral is easy, once you know what you´re looking for, don´t do anything until you have it. If that takes time, let it, you´re doing the course to learn ,not to get out of the wreck (or wherever you are) fastest. Just slow down, relax and enjoy the challenges that will make you a better diver...
Just my 2cents...
octgal
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I'm sorry but I must comment momgoose that was one of the funnest things I've ever read!!!!!!!! You had me laughing so damn hard i had tears in my eyes. Wow you have some way with words, can't wait to read more about how your training goes. I'll be thinking of your post when i start my tech training
*whew.. that was awesome*
*whew.. that was awesome*
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