Dear Sea Nmf
It's not as bad as it sounds.
A necklaced backup is setup using a thin (about 3/16") elastic rope/cord attached through the cable ties on the mouthpiece of the backup regulator.
My backup regulator hangs at approximately the point where my collarbones meet. The mouthpiece faces up and is readily available. It is not tight and does not interfere with my movement.
My primary is on a long hose that I donate. I've not considered what I would do if someone attempted to grab my backup, but I suspect that we would both be surprised. I hope to prevent this by showing my buddy how my configuration works. I have gone so far as to demonstrate the donation technique.
I started out with a Zeagle Octo+ as my alternate (similar to an Air2). I tried a few ascents using the Octo+. It is possible, but not pleasant.
I changed to the necklace and love it. It's easy to find and readily available. In addition, the long hose allows my buddy and I to ascend comfortably when we practice OOA drills.
It's not as bad as it sounds.
A necklaced backup is setup using a thin (about 3/16") elastic rope/cord attached through the cable ties on the mouthpiece of the backup regulator.
My backup regulator hangs at approximately the point where my collarbones meet. The mouthpiece faces up and is readily available. It is not tight and does not interfere with my movement.
My primary is on a long hose that I donate. I've not considered what I would do if someone attempted to grab my backup, but I suspect that we would both be surprised. I hope to prevent this by showing my buddy how my configuration works. I have gone so far as to demonstrate the donation technique.
I started out with a Zeagle Octo+ as my alternate (similar to an Air2). I tried a few ascents using the Octo+. It is possible, but not pleasant.
I changed to the necklace and love it. It's easy to find and readily available. In addition, the long hose allows my buddy and I to ascend comfortably when we practice OOA drills.