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Reply to: RE>>IWR Rich Pyle writes: <snip disclaimer> >It is well established, even by supporters of the practice of IWR, that >there are many theoretical disadvantages to attempting IWR if only air is >available as a breathing gas. Nevertheless, after researching the topic >rather extensively, and in consideration of my own personal observations >and experiences, these theoretical disadvantages are not substantiated by >reality in the vast majority of cases. If I were much more than 30 minutes >away from a chamber, and I began to experience potentially serious >neurological DCI symptoms, and no oxygen was available (but air was), I >probably wouldn't hesitate to jump back in the water. (Bear in mind that I >NEVER intend to be in such a situation, as I almost always have Plenty of >oxygen around when I conduct even remotely hazardous dives). >I still maintain that I am not especially "pro-IWR". The decision to >attempt IWR depends on MANY factors, and I submit that there are very few >broad generalizations that can be made about the topic. >Now THAT oughtta stir things up a bit! This looks like a DELIBERATE PLOT to change the techdiver subject ;-) >I'm wearing my asbestos suit, so fire away.. Sorry Rich, no flame as I agree with you. I would also NEVER intend to be in such a situation but if I felt symptoms coming on and the chamber is more than 1-2 hours away (depending on my condition) I would *probably* opt for IWR also. My opinion is that it is better to get back under pressure as soon as possible than wait for the chamber. Steve Hogan Steve_Hogan@qm*.sp*.tr*.co*
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