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Chris

03-06-2002, 07:34 PM
I want to make sure I bought enough weight, do you think 22 pounds will do?<br><br>200 pounds plus semi-dry suit...<br><br>The equation I've heard is 10% + 2 pounds.

LKunze

03-06-2002, 08:50 PM
Yeah that's probably pretty close to what you'll need with your full coldwater gear on.  I think I was using about 24lbs on my dives this past fall and I'm 200lbs. myself.

ccuda

03-29-2002, 07:56 AM
Yeah, the approximate weight for cold water use (local) is 10% of your body weight and add 4lbs (7mm suit w/hood & gloves). That for starters, some need less, some need more. <br><br>

Chris

03-29-2002, 08:00 AM
So I'll probably need to get a couple more pounds then... I did the 10% +2 pounds. Either that or I'll just lose some weight! :Smile
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