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Date: Sun, 4 Jan 1998 16:58:58 -0800 (PST)
To: Chuck Noe <gulftex@sp*.co*>, Mark Pain <mpain@we*.ne*.au*>
From: Jeremy Downs <dcrco@jp*.ne*>
Subject: Re: Hogarthian
Cc: cavers@ww*.ge*.co*, techdiver@aquanaut.com
Why do you think Corvettes are painted red.


At 02:18 PM 1/4/98 -0800, Chuck Noe wrote:
>Mark,
>
>After extensive testing of Doppler's and related theories it has been 
>determined that red tanks cause the least amount of hydrodynamic drag. It 
>seems that due to the absorption of red light at depth, red tanks will 
>absorb light rays rather than reflecting them, and as a result fewer 
>drag-inducing photons are emitted. I've painted all my tanks red and as a 
>result I am able to increase my speed and efficiency underwater a 
>considerable amount.
>
>Chuck
>
>Mark Pain wrote:
>> 
>> Just a quick Question
>> 
>> I have gained a lot from the discussions here on the list about how to set
>> gear up correctly.
>> 
>> I have applied the Hogarthian principles to my rig, together with the
>> experience of other dedicated Hogarthians and believe my gear is now safely
>> diveable. One question remains.
>> 
>> To be true to the Hogarth doctrine, what color should my tanks be painted?
>> 
>> Mark Pain
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