Question total sidemount system

[rsfinn57]

Hi. Planning to start sidemount soon. Anyone had any experience with Andrew Goring's total sidemount system. I am short of stature and short torso( getting older sucks). I have heard that the xdeep will be hard to fit and this would be a possible solution, besides it does look nice.Any info would be much appreciated.

 

[runsongas]

the mexico style harnesses are height adjustable just like the sump uk, so the xdeep should work too, only drawback is that the spine pouch may not work for you if you shorten too much

 

[rsfinn57]

yes thats what concerns me my total body cord is 177 cm. pretty short

 

[Feye]

Height of 177 cm is not an issue. I know a 170 cm sidemount diver who uses the Razor system and has even received AN/DP certification based on the sidemount system and dry suit.

I recommend trying all the well-known ready-made systems first, if possible, such as Xdeep, Razor, K2, and others. After a few dives, you may want to make some adjustments and it might be time to consider customizing/purchasing your own system. I use the K2 and I'm happy with it.

 

[Valerii Vakshul]

Любого размера

 

[jezscuba]

what made you decide to switch to sidemount diving? I'm considering it too.

 

[Valerii Vakshul]

My Back, two regulators and two tanks. Light weight wing.

 

[rsfinn57]

I like the format. Im 66 and careful of my back and i want to start tech training

 

[rsfinn57]

Body cord is the distance around my torso from shoulder under crotch and back to shoulder