I couldn't find an answer to this question on the forum so here it goes...
What are your thoughts on performing an "open valve ascent" vs. a more standard "hold your inflator hose over your head and dump expanding BC air as needed" ascents?
I've heard compelling arguments either way...
In the open valve ascent, the diver holds the BC inflator hose just below shoulder level, but keeps the valve open, allowing expanding air to bubble out of the BC at it's own rate, allegedly allowing a constant bouyancy setting during the entire ascent, as opposed to what I do now, which is hold the inflator hose above my head and dump air periodically as I make my ascent, estimating how much to release.
Just wanting to hear from folks who know more than I do about all of this!
Thanks in advance guys and gals...