Horizontal trim

[dumpsterDiver]

Tie a 2-lb lead weight to the tank valve with a piece of string. Tie it tight so it doesn't shift around and bonk you in the head. This will probably help if you are worried about it.

 

[DivemasterDennis]

Good suggestions above. I would note that just focusing on horizontal trim is ok, but ideally, you want to be able to change your angle of position to about anything- upright, inverted, horozontal, and in between, especially for photos and exploration. As you distribute weight, also pay attention to other gear placement- such as lights, etc. Also be aware of the impact of any camera set up, whether negative or buoyant. As with all skills- practice makes perfect.
DivemasterDennis

 

[HowardE]

Not to hijack the thread, but to answer the question about the mysterious errant links?

If you're posting things... don't make up codes with brackets [ ] as they have significance in vbulletin. Why would you post a URL link, and then use a dot instead of the actual link anyway? You already posted a link by making it a link?

Anyway. I fixed the original link, and it works, and isn't spam.

 

[fisheater]

Not to hijack the thread, but to answer the question about the mysterious errant links?

If you're posting things... don't make up codes with brackets [ ] as they have significance in vbulletin. Why would you post a URL link, and then use a dot instead of the actual link anyway? You already posted a link by making it a link?

Anyway. I fixed the original link, and it works, and isn't spam.

Because the first time I posted the URL using block and copy from the webpage to be linked, it came up showing Viagra ads and I was reported and threatened with banishment by a mod. for spreading Spam.

I STILL have no idea how that happened.


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[Michael Guerrero]

I have the same problem and am leg heavy so my head drifts up. I wear a 2lb or 3lb weight threaded through each shoulder strap of my BP/W, and if using a BC then I put the same weight in trim pouches and again attach to my shoulders straps. You can also attach weight to your tank (a 2lb ankle weight works, or a trim pocket through the tank strap). You can shift your tank higher up as well.

I've found I really need to get the weight above my lungs to make a real difference, otherwise my breathing slowly puts me out of trim. Good luck.

 

[Doppler]

The best description of trim and how to fix it is in the book "the six skills". An excellent book for any diver.

Thank you!


To the OP.

There are several excellent suggestions in the responses so far, but the one that strikes me as most important goes something like this... If you do not understand trim and buoyancy... and I am afraid you do not seem to... do you honestly believe you are ready to work towards instructor status, and what can you add to your student's experience?

SLOW DOWN. Learn this stuff so that it's instinctive... THEN think about teaching.


Sorry to be a damp squid, mate but the last thing this industry needs are more "instructors" who have not mastered the basics.

 

[Max Speed]

Take a look at my article: Precision Trim and Position Control

Or you could position two or more spare airs on your harness and then breathe them down as needed to fine tune your trim. This is a technique so advanced that DevonDiver never shares it.



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[kyletaylor]

Thank you!


To the OP.

There are several excellent suggestions in the responses so far, but the one that strikes me as most important goes something like this... If you do not understand trim and buoyancy... and I am afraid you do not seem to... do you honestly believe you are ready to work towards instructor status, and what can you add to your student's experience?

SLOW DOWN. Learn this stuff so that it's instinctive... THEN think about teaching.


Sorry to be a damp squid, mate but the last thing this industry needs are more "instructors" who have not mastered the basics.

thanks for your words of wisdom, i guess its just the way I've been taught, the reason I've come here to ask for advise is because my instructors at my LDC weren't much help. would you rather me not ask for advise and be another instructor who hasn't mastered the basics??
for those who have actually given me some helpful advise thanks! Have tied a 3 kg lead weight to my tank valve as dumpsterdiver sugested and this seemed to have helped alot! Now to master that damn back kick!!

 

[Tigerman]

Good suggestions above. I would note that just focusing on horizontal trim is ok, but ideally, you want to be able to change your angle of position to about anything- upright, inverted, horozontal, and in between, especially for photos and exploration. As you distribute weight, also pay attention to other gear placement- such as lights, etc. Also be aware of the impact of any camera set up, whether negative or buoyant. As with all skills- practice makes perfect.
DivemasterDennis

Heh - dropping 2 kgs of weight and going from heavy feet (fins, actually) to heavy hands because you changed camera is kinda interesting

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thanks for your words of wisdom, i guess its just the way I've been taught, the reason I've come here to ask for advise is because my instructors at my LDC weren't much help. would you rather me not ask for advise and be another instructor who hasn't mastered the basics??
for those who have actually given me some helpful advise thanks! Have tied a 3 kg lead weight to my tank valve as dumpsterdiver sugested and this seemed to have helped alot! Now to master that damn back kick!!

If it works and you need to keep it there, it might be a good idea to get it onto a weight belt strapped to the top of the tank. I always strap some weight to the AL80 tanks myself.

 

[Doppler]

thanks for your words of wisdom, i guess its just the way I've been taught, the reason I've come here to ask for advise is because my instructors at my LDC weren't much help. would you rather me not ask for advise and be another instructor who hasn't mastered the basics??
for those who have actually given me some helpful advise thanks! Have tied a 3 kg lead weight to my tank valve as dumpsterdiver sugested and this seemed to have helped alot! Now to master that damn back kick!!

No reason to be sarcastic... I was trying to help, but you have missed the point. I'll say it again. SLOW DOWN in the race to become an instructor. By all means ask for advice about getting trim and buoyancy under control... but hold off becoming another muppet instructor. We have enough already.


Oh, and if you order a copy of the book Tracy suggested you buy, I'll sign it for you.