Hi Laikabear
I am not surprised you had difficulties setting up the harness on your own, without any previous experience its quite difficult to know when you've got it right. (Hence my comments about a tame tech instructor, or a buddy who uses one).
Mine is technically too tight, and has a break on the left shoulder
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I would expect that you will steadily be able to reduce the weight you wear if you are diving regularly. It's a mix of technique, being relaxed and confidence, all that comes with practice and regular diving.
My weight is generally split between trim weights on the CCR (or twins), and my weight belt. But ultimately it's personal choice, comfort is as important as convention.
Gareth
I am not surprised you had difficulties setting up the harness on your own, without any previous experience its quite difficult to know when you've got it right. (Hence my comments about a tame tech instructor, or a buddy who uses one).
Mine is technically too tight, and has a break on the left shoulder

I would expect that you will steadily be able to reduce the weight you wear if you are diving regularly. It's a mix of technique, being relaxed and confidence, all that comes with practice and regular diving.
My weight is generally split between trim weights on the CCR (or twins), and my weight belt. But ultimately it's personal choice, comfort is as important as convention.
Gareth