[ILDiver]

I agree. My goals for depth are actually aimed at increased comfort at lesser depths. I figure if I can comfortably dive to 30m - 40m, it will make dives to 15m a breeze.

However I think I am more concerned about the more shallow depths and time. If I'm more comfortable, I *may* not think about what my body is telling me. Also, considering where SWB most likely occurs and why. I actually think more about when to come up on the shallow dives. Deeper dives I spend more time planning the depth and thinking about the dive itself. With "shallow" dives there are other factors, like the urge to return to the bottom sooner because "It's only XX deep, that's an easy dive!" Or if I see something and cut my surface interval too short.

I do have "dreams" of competing someday, but my main goal is to enjoy the underwater environment on one breath.