Nathalie .. sending strength, healing, and success to you ... you already have the courage part handled
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Hi Robert,
I've heard stories of longer deco-stops where divers read a book, play chess of even brace themselves and fall asleep.
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You should never, never, NEVER clip your smb onto your gear for the exact reason you state in your post.
Kind regards, Nathalie.
I can't imagine people holding on to the reel with one's thumb and fingers for longer than 5 to 10 mins
I have seen a boat run over a SMB at the end of a line. Have you?Use a double-ended boltsnap to clip off your finger spool and there's no need to hold it during your stops.