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Richard Pyle said in <Re: Hello all>:
> However, I am becoming increasingly convinced
>that tons of experience on open-circuit scuba is not necessarily a
>beneficial prerequisite to rebreather diving. In fact, such experience
>may be harmful in 1) providing undue overconfidence,
RBC is going under such an assumption. It appears that attitude more than
any other single factor may make the difference between a safe and unsafe
rebreather diver. Experience on OC does not guarantee a good CC diver (it
can help given the assets experience brings, but mostly in the area of
respect for Mr. Murphy and his relationship to diving accidents). As to the
unlearning issue, repetitions (almost to excess) of basic skills is the
proper approach for every diver wishing to certify in rebreathers.
On a related matter, the Odyssey just completed test dives at the 40 Fathom
Grotto completing its last dive at 240 feet. The work of breathing was
considered excellent and all other components worked well. -Dave
"Self Honesty is the fuel for all our travels."
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PADI, IANTD, Odyssey, DAN, REEF, EMP
IANTD Instructor Trainer 1201
North Ocean Drive
RBC Odyssey Instructor Singer
Island, FL. 33404
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