Tips for backmounting an AL19 pony?

[landphil]

I’m running a shark back mount al19 pony for solo diving. The only negative I’ve found is that you need some extra room to get the pony attached when you’re changing tanks on a boat. Otherwise, it’s nice and stable. I just drop a pound off my pony-side trim weight and it all feels good.

 

[Boarderguy]

Slingshot mount is the best imo. The base stays attached to your can band and the mount is attached to your pony. You can swap tanks without having to change your mount system over to the new tank or having a 2nd/3rd base for the system to use on different tanks. I mount mine upside down so I can manipulate the valve if every needed. I also put a hose keeper at the mount to run the 36" hose up the tank and then under my right arm. The reg is then clipped to my right shoulder d-ring. This keeps it tight and I can pull the hose to release it when needed.

 

[NothingClever]

That Shark Pony Tank Mount looks fine for shore dives for pony tank fans but I wouldn't want to mess with it on a rolling boat.