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Doing O2 deco makes sense, thanks for mentioning it. The climbing harness is a good touch. I am currently using an inexpensive SeeDoo with minimal thrust, so equalizing while wedging it between your arm and one hand is not hard. I had doubts about it's usefulness but learned it is adequate for some applications this weekend.

I had an old Tekna with a lot more thrust, so much that I used a tee seat (didn't like using a Spanish Bowland for dropping off quickly) when free diving to ease arm fatigue and allow ready equalization. I had to retire it after the third rebuild, too bad, it was a nice ride.

So, what do you think about a minimal 10 minute surface interval between dives? A longer break when changing out batteries if possible could be done as well. O2 deco at the end of the day or sooner with more extreme exposure. You could pause at 15 ft. for a safety stop and go real slow up from 33 ft.. Other ideas or experiences with this?

Thanks!