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[Deep Blue]

How about starting a discussion regarding the use of long hoses? It might not be sexy, but it is at the core of the DIR system. Be sure to include the why, as sometimes that is the most interesting and gives a good basis for discussion.

Ideas may include:

1. Which do you breathe? The long hose or the short hose and why?

2. How do you secure the long hose and why?

3. What is the proper length for your hoses, ie. long hose, backup hose, pressure gage hose, BC hose abd why.

4. Which one do you donate the one in the retainer or the one in your mouth?

5. How do you handle an out of air situation, ie step by step.

As I am sure no one will be be surprised, I have pretty strong opinions on all of the above topics, but I would like to get a discussion going before I chime in.