sidemount

Hi I wondered if anyone could give me some info or thoughts as to whether or not Sidemount may work better for my issues below and what kind of set ups people have used who are similar in size? I am 5ft 2” and short waisted (14inch back length) with wide hips . I have dived numerous wings/back...

When I started to go for training in the pool (I use метро - subway train, "tube" transport, not personal car), I was too lazy to carry heavy bag with eqipment. And I starts to minimize my diving eqipment. First idea had begun, when I goes from back to sidemount. I decide - If I can swim with...

I think I'm hanging up my cave diving helmet, and meanwhile I've got one of them cordless Halcyon deals for rec diving, so I'd like to find a nice home for my trusty Light Monkey. Bought in 2014, used on a couple dozen cave dives I guess (hence the gentle scratches on the battery case, which...

Hey, I'm looking to get into tech diving in the next few months and am currently researching my options and saving up $$$ to make the jump. I think it is a good idea to at least explore the side mount option to see if it might be a good fit for me. I've had some low back issues in the past...

***EDIT*** went ahead and bought a new tec harness. Im looking to buy an xdeep Stealth 2.0 rig. I'm looking for either the classic or the tec version. I'm located near cave country for cash deal or I can PayPal and you ship to me in Florida

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I recently purchased a side mount regulator set and the Hollis SMS100. I dive dry suit and need an inflator on both sides. Hollis SMS100 came with 12" inflator hose and 1st stages have a turret and 5th LP port on the end. Most of my issues are with the left tank. The right tank has a long...

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I just got the Hollis SMS100 and still working out my configuration and looking for suggestions. So I dive Dry with the SMS100 Sidemount BCD and LP Steel 112 tanks. The diving I'm planning will require 1 or 2 deco bottles depending on dive profile etc. I am trying to decide where to mount the...

Dear Hivemind Am really keen to try out sidemount but before I invest in all the kit (and freeze half to death in UK O/W), would love to give it a go in a pool. Any recommendations very gratefully received Thanks in advance

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Size M Nomad XT purchased in 2014 and only occasionally/gently used.. Includes single bladder wing, Transpac and butt plate as pictured. Currently has bungee and ring system is missing d-clips. THIS ITEM IS SOLD

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I cant find a us dealer that carries the expandable cargo pouch for the xdeep harness? If anyone has a used one they are looking to sell, or knows of a dealer in the US that carries them, that would be fantastic!!

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Southern MD. The tank hydro is good to Aug 2020. The regs are a DC1/212 with braided hose long enough to go behind the neck and a 90 deg swivel. I also use an on off switch for staging the bottle (somewhat controversial but can be removed easily). I have a bungie on the neck and the clamp, side...

A new article on my blog illustrating options for setting up, configuring and properly sizing sidemount loop bungees. An Illustrated Guide: How To Set Up Loop Bungees

I put together another educational article for sidemount divers. This one focuses on how to set up and configure your sidemount harness. It specifically focuses on the 'mexican cave' (UK style) type of harness. Lots of principles and tips that are hopefully beneficial. As always, do let me...