Pony Bottle/BC Setup

[mow2000]

I almost hate to ask this question... might be kind of radical. but here goes. Anyone know of a pony bottle/bc setup. Maybe 19 cubic foot. I'd like to have a real basic, light setup for shallow water diving (while my girlfriend snorkels above). I'm thinking just a regulator and pressure gauge. Maybe not even a bc but just a tank holder.

 

[Nemrod]

rapiddiver.com but even as poor as today's scuba instruction is you really need to have instruction before using any scuba gear even in shallow water or even a swimming pool.

Yeah, just get a 19, stick it in your weight belt (which will have a only a few pounds on it), who needs a BC, people dove for decades and still do without a BC. SPG, what for?

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[Spimon]

I've often thought about the same kind of thing. Basically for when snorkelling with friends, but then something interesting appears and I'd like to be able to stay down more than a few seconds), or when on a non diving holiday, it can be taken 'just in case'.
Personally I wouldn't (and couldn't) afford to pay $1000 for something like the Rapid Diver for this application. I'd be doing it this way:-

XS Scuba Pony Pack Harness $82

Mares M12 Rebel Reg $199

19' Pony Tank $115

Pony Bottle Gauge $45

All said and done and ready to go for $440. Even cheaper if you have a SCUBA setup from which you can borrow the regulator or have a spare one already.

 

[micklock]

Here's the wing for it. Xs Scuba Companion 30 lb. Bladder from LeisurePro.com

 

[mow2000]

That's it! That's exactly what i was thinking. I would probably strip down my regulator and use it. I believe scuba tanks aren't allowed on airlines so the only hitch might be renting a 19cf at my destination.

 

[tedwhiteva]

you can take a 19 in checked baggage but it has to be empty with valve removed

 

[micklock]

Discount Scuba Gear at DiveSports.com - Buy Scuba Diving Equipment & Snorkeling Equipment This looks like a good deal.

 

[charlesml3]

I believe scuba tanks aren't allowed on airlines

You can take tanks on in carry-on or checked baggage as long as the valve is removed.

TSA: Compressed Gas Cylinders

-Charles

 

[Spimon]

Just found an even more basic (cheaper) version. I think for the extra US$30 I'd be going that first one...
Backpack SEAC-SUB Bottles Accessories Australia Dive Scuba store .com

 

[jeraldjcook]

Why not just sling it across your chest? A little rope, a few snap bolts, you're all set. I've used this setup a couple of times to work on my in-law's pool drain.

And I've had no problems taking my 19cf in my carry-on.