OK, me too:
Quote:
Originally Posted by Veronika
- remove weight: would add additional taskload and physical load.
|
That's exactly why it ought to be drilled. Once it is automated, it adds no stress. I do it routinelly when diving alone (though I know I should not dive alone).
Quote:
Originally Posted by Veronika
Apart from that, I think it is quite uncomfortable to hold the weights asymmetric (not having them around the body center). I do not think this is a good idea.
|
Not at all unconfortable. You just release the buckle and keep your hand on it. In case of BO it slips away and the belt falls alone.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Veronika
- drop weight: Wouldn't want to ditch my weight in a deep quarry if I don't have to. IMHO that's the ebst way to lose it. Apart from that, it's "Constant" weight after all?
|
If you worry about your weight belt, you will simply
never drop it. It means it is worthless as a security measure. Have always a second belt in your car or home ready - that will remove the psychological barrier. Or have it attached to a float.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Veronika
- remove mask: Wouldn't want to do this in 4°C water. Apart from that, as much as I appreciate Sebastian Murats spirit of innovation I'd like to see the concept scientifically proven before I'd incorporate it in a surface protocol.
|
It was already scientifically proven many times. Have a look for example at this document:
diving response @ APNEA.cz Especially the last document listed there, shows the effect of facial immersion in laboratory conditions rather clearly, and it also lists many useful links and referrences.
