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Panic attacks and the "Blue Orb Syndrome".
Capt. Darrick Lorenzen
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  Recent studies are beginning to suggest that episodes of panic or near-panic may explain many recreational diving accidents and possibly throw light on the cause of some diving fatali...

THE RISKS OF PANIC IN SCUBA DIVING V
Capt. Darrick Lorenzen
9/16/2008
Can we predict whether someone will experience panic while scuba diving? Dr. Morgan: Yes. The psychological variable known as "trait anxiety" is regarded as a stable or enduring feature of personality, whereas "state anx...

RISKS OF PANIC IN SCUBA DIVING IV
Capt. Darrick Lorenzen
8/8/2008
Can individuals with high anxiety be trained in techniques that will reduce the risks of panic?   Dr. Morgan: Apparently not. The use of intervention techniques based upon procedures such as biofeedback, hypnosis, im...

MSD FORUMS - GENERAL EQUIPMENT DISCUSSIONS
TOPIC: InstaDry???
icunurse_celeste
Posted: 11/11/2006 5:49:10 PM

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10/16/2006

Has anyone used the Henderson InstaDry wet suits?  Do they dry as quickly as they say they do?
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nauifins73
Posted: 11/11/2006 10:44:21 PM

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5/31/2006

 I have a pair of the instadry boots - I do love them. They do dry like they claim. Boots are the worse to dry. I have looked at the suits. I understand they are tough to get on for the 1st few times. After about 7 wearings it forms to your body and the fit is great. Let us know if you get one and what you think Becky
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ppo2_diver
Posted: 11/12/2006 9:28:21 PM

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6/7/2006

 I tried one on a couple dives. I found that it was like taking a Band-Aid off. It really stuck to my skin and was rather uncomfortable to take off.

Duane A. Johnson

www.chicagoexplorers.com
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icunurse_celeste
Posted: 11/16/2006 9:14:06 AM

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10/16/2006

 I ordered instrdry boots, gloves, and suit.  I ordered a 5mm, which I will be not be using this weekend.    I will be using the boots and gloves, I'll let  you know who they are.  I dislike the fact that my regular boots take 3-4 days to dry out, unless it is really hot outside.
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bixbydeon
Posted: 1/1/2007 7:24:19 PM

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1/1/2007

Let me know how the suit works out for you. I have dove the Goldcore and like the feel. But worried about the durability especially for the price. Where did you get your suit at.

bixbydeon@yahoo.com

deon

The dread of the tiger is so universal as to warrant the Chinese proverbial saying; The Korean hunts the tiger one half of the year, and the tiger hunts the Korean the other half.
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bixbydeon
Posted: 1/4/2007 3:08:57 PM

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1/1/2007

 Does, anyone else have experience with these jumpsuits. Debating between this or the regular goldcore. Thanks

The dread of the tiger is so universal as to warrant the Chinese proverbial saying; The Korean hunts the tiger one half of the year, and the tiger hunts the Korean the other half.
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icunurse_celeste
Posted: 1/4/2007 4:27:53 PM

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10/16/2006

I did buy the gloves, boots, and suit- I have not worn the suit yet.  So far, I love the gloves and boots- they do dry very quickly.  They have an unusual feel, but thus far I am pleased with my purchase- especially as I do not like getting into wet boots.

 

The people at Toucan Dive were really helpful.
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bixbydeon
Posted: 1/9/2007 5:24:14 PM

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1/1/2007

 Is it true that the suit isn't as forgiving as a normal goldcore?

The dread of the tiger is so universal as to warrant the Chinese proverbial saying; The Korean hunts the tiger one half of the year, and the tiger hunts the Korean the other half.
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icunurse_celeste
Posted: 1/10/2007 1:47:37 PM

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10/16/2006

 I think what people mean by less forgiving is that the suit will mold to you over time- thus creating a suit that is exclusive for you.  In time, the suit becomes a custom suit for your shape and body type by molding to you and allowing for maximum warmth.  You may experience that it is harder to get in for the first few times- but after the memory fibers adjust to your- it should be pretty easy.
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sobfrogg
Posted: 1/17/2007 11:54:45 AM

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8/4/2006

I love mine. I went from a Goldcore to the InstaDry. Sure for the first few times it was difficult to get on but now no probs.  It is warmer than my Goldcore.

The case and towel it came w/ are a waste of money. Offer it w/out the extras and keep the price down. Just my .02
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bixbydeon
Posted: 2/2/2007 2:04:50 PM

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1/1/2007

 thanks for the info, have decided to look at either going with the 7/5mm GoldCore jumpsuit or the 7/5mm GoldCore Semidry, depending on how well the semidry fits.

The dread of the tiger is so universal as to warrant the Chinese proverbial saying; The Korean hunts the tiger one half of the year, and the tiger hunts the Korean the other half.
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bixbydeon
Posted: 7/10/2007 3:33:08 PM

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I ended up getting the 7mm insta and it worked great this weekend. Though they are harder to put on than a goldcore.
The dread of the tiger is so universal as to warrant the Chinese proverbial saying; The Korean hunts the tiger one half of the year, and the tiger hunts the Korean the other half.
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