Quote: (Originally Posted by Bob Cooper)
The easy way is for a nominated diver (usually not me) to deploy a "big" SMB and then smaller SMBs are sent up the same line. That way a "clutch" of 3 SMB's on the surface indicates to the surface cover that there are 3 divers underneath. We like to use the small SMBs which can be orally inflated.
Sometimes, the small SMB's can grab the line if it is not taught. Usually you can feel this happening as soon as the SMB is deployed and simply reach up, pull it down and send it up again on a tight line. Sometimes, you just have to let go and start the whole process again.
I was the nominated (read 'fool') to deploy on Saturday and the other two clipped off to my line and sent theirs up.. first time experience for me - you can really feel the 4.5 footer go up the line.. talk about friction..
Next time I am gonna be 'bob'.
