Posted by Glenn on August 30, 2001 at 15:53:16:
In Reply to: Flying or driving high after diving posted by dm on August 30, 2001 at 15:08:51:
I've driven to Vegas going over the pass (5k feet thereabouts IIRC) a number of times after diving earlier in the day. I try to make a point of doing at least a 5 minute safety stop at 15ft on the last dive.
I'd speculate that driving isn't as bad as flying since you are approaching altitude at a slower rate in a car than a plane would get to altitude.
The biggest thing to be careful of is fatigue. Try to get some good rest/sleep after diving (during boat ride back) and keep yourself hydrated.
Glenn