balance with a pony

[Jeddah Aquanaut]

When I carry my 30cf I keep my right side weights 2# heavier than the left side and that seems to balance the bottle under my left arm. If I don't, when I am just floating I get a slow roll to the left.

JoelW

That's basically what I do, except my 30c.f. sling is on my right, and I use a two pound clip-on on my left side. Works fine, no foul ups. My friend puts his on the main tank, but I have not seen any difficulties. Whatever makes you happy.

 

[matt_unique]

Giddyup pony!

But seriously, I have a question about pony mounting and buoyancy balance. Most pony mounts I've seen pictured are on the side of the main tank. How does this affect in-water balance, given the extra few pounds to the side of center? Does it need to be counterbalanced with opposing weight on the opposite side of the main tank? Or can it be compensated by adjusting one's weight belt? What the prevailing wisdom on this?

-Simon

When I sling my 30cf deco bottle on my right side I do shift a few pounds to my left side. The dive is manageable without this but this keeps me level.

--Matt