AaronRiot
Contributor
Recently I have read a number of posts regarding down currents and some stories regarding their potential dangers. I thought it might be a good idea for it to be discussed here.
For instance, what would one do if an unexpected or unexpectedly strong current pulled you over the edge of the reef and down the wall? Or if the current came over the wall and pushed you down further?
What would I do? (keep in mind I'm new and still learning! corrections welcome!)
Well, I guess I'd first try to fight it and get as close to the wall as possible. Maybe look for something to hang onto. Probably inflate the BC, drop the weights if that didn't work. Perhaps I'd try swimming out towards the blue in hopes of breaking free. But really, honestly, I don't know.
Especially, what would you do if you were at say 60ft and suddenly got swept down to say 200ft.
Scary stuff.
Thanks for taking the time to read and reply, your experience and opinions are greatly appreciated.
For instance, what would one do if an unexpected or unexpectedly strong current pulled you over the edge of the reef and down the wall? Or if the current came over the wall and pushed you down further?
What would I do? (keep in mind I'm new and still learning! corrections welcome!)
Well, I guess I'd first try to fight it and get as close to the wall as possible. Maybe look for something to hang onto. Probably inflate the BC, drop the weights if that didn't work. Perhaps I'd try swimming out towards the blue in hopes of breaking free. But really, honestly, I don't know.
Especially, what would you do if you were at say 60ft and suddenly got swept down to say 200ft.
Scary stuff.
Thanks for taking the time to read and reply, your experience and opinions are greatly appreciated.