DiverGirl1972
Contributor
I am going to be taking the SDI solo course in a couple of weeks and am in the market for a mounting system for a 19 cf bottle. I found one online - the Shark Pony bracket - that seems to be strong and simple to put on and remove. I've tried looking for reviews but can't find any. I did a search on SB and someone posted a similar inquiry a few months ago but no one responded. I figured I'd take a chance and post it here, as a higher proportion of solo divers use a pony versus those who consistently dive with a buddy.
Eventually, I will be finishing my sidemount course, which I realize is an ideal solution for having a redundant air source, but for now, I am interested in a pony set-up. Also, I am not a do-it-yourself'er so I am not looking to make my own. Finally, money is not an issue, so the somewhat ridiculous $72 price tag for this product isn't a factor.
If no one has used this before, can anyone see a reason why this bracket wouldn't work well? My preference is to keep the tank behind me, versus slinging, though I may very well go this route if I must. I saw previous posts recommending a remora mounting system (?), but I have been unable to turn one up in an internet search.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Shark Pony Tank Bracket - YouTube
Pony bottle mounting - pony tank mount-pony bottle-shark mfg
---------- Post added July 31st, 2013 at 07:31 PM ----------
Well, wanted to get it here to practice before my SDI course. Looks like this is going to turn into a product review, as I just bought the thing Stay tuned... if you are interested!
Eventually, I will be finishing my sidemount course, which I realize is an ideal solution for having a redundant air source, but for now, I am interested in a pony set-up. Also, I am not a do-it-yourself'er so I am not looking to make my own. Finally, money is not an issue, so the somewhat ridiculous $72 price tag for this product isn't a factor.
If no one has used this before, can anyone see a reason why this bracket wouldn't work well? My preference is to keep the tank behind me, versus slinging, though I may very well go this route if I must. I saw previous posts recommending a remora mounting system (?), but I have been unable to turn one up in an internet search.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Shark Pony Tank Bracket - YouTube
Pony bottle mounting - pony tank mount-pony bottle-shark mfg
---------- Post added July 31st, 2013 at 07:31 PM ----------
Well, wanted to get it here to practice before my SDI course. Looks like this is going to turn into a product review, as I just bought the thing Stay tuned... if you are interested!