BCD replacement at surface method

[sillyweeman]

Hi

I Recently did the PADI open water course. When it came to perform the remove and replace BCD at surface manouvre, I had a bit of trouble with the replacement part.I was shown the "sit on tank method" but I found this awkward.I don't know if I didnt deflate the BCD enough.However I have since discovered that there is another method, where you basically put it back on the same way you take it off, just as if you were putting a jacket on.This to me looks like a simpler method and one I would feel more comfortable with. I was wondering if there is something with this method that makes it more difficult, and that is why I was shownthe "sit on tank" method.

Grateful for any feed back.

 

[t4e]

the sit on tank method seems to me quite awkward, we did the put on jacket way and as long as you have enough airbin your bcd its pretty easy to do

 

[Hawkwood]

Typically you are shown "a" way of doing the various skills. That way will not be the only way.

Most often you are shown a way that works and works effectively "most" times. The objective is to successfully achieve the desired result.

 

[RandomGuy1]

When I did it I could not do the "sit on tank" method because of my height. What I did was float the bc face down and using the regulator, put it on from below. This was a very easy method for me. Actually it was easier putting it on that way that it was on dry land.

 

[Sonnylynnvick75]

Personally I take mine off completely and let it float, I then grab my reg and the BC, right arm through, roll on my right side, reach back and grab the other strap with my left arm and slip it on. then clip everything together.

 

[TatianaSilva]

Personally, sitting on tank is the only way ive been taught and seen on many videos but i guess the last comment is good too, sounds easy.

 

[SubMariner]

Hi

I Recently did the PADI open water course. When it came to perform the remove and replace BCD at surface manouvre, I had a bit of trouble with the replacement part.I was shown the "sit on tank method" but I found this awkward.I don't know if I didnt deflate the BCD enough.However I have since discovered that there is another method, where you basically put it back on the same way you take it off, just as if you were putting a jacket on.This to me looks like a simpler method and one I would feel more comfortable with. I was wondering if there is something with this method that makes it more difficult, and that is why I was shownthe "sit on tank" method.

Grateful for any feed back.

I usually demo both methods to my students. If you have discovered other method on your own & it is easier for you, then stick with it.

Really, it's not an issue. As long as you are in control, you are free to do whatever works for you.

 

[Laurie S.]

I always put on, and take off, my BC in the water. It's a Zeagle Zena, which is like a vest, so it's a simple matter of doing it as if it were a jacket--one sleeve at a time.

 

[Scott]

When Noah and I were diving off the ark years ago, we were taught lift it up and over the head.
My first preference for students is the 'sit and slip'. If they still struggle I'll show them how to slip it on like a jacket. The most common problem I see is putting way to much air in the BC regardless of method.
Which ever method works best for you, use it. Just remember if you are wearing a weight belt, don't let go of the BC.

 

[TSandM]

I'm glad you started this thread, because it made me think. We teach the "sit on top" method in the pool . . . but upon reflection, I cannot ever remember any student actually using it in open water. They all haul the BC on like a jacket, and I'm pretty sure that's what I did, too. Must be something about being in heavy exposure protection that makes the sit on top method seem undesirable, because nobody uses it. I haven't used it on the rare occasions where I've had to get into gear in the water, either. But I do use it in the pool, and enjoy it because it seems amusing to do it that way.