mikeguerrero
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Anyone ever try one of these:
XS Scuba Tank Carrying Handle???
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mikeguerrero
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I never really saw how that style of holder was beneficial. When transporting singles I used the Trident velcro strap/handle style. It gives you a horizontal and balanced carrying position which to me, seemed much better. In addition, I didn't have to remove my valve to remove my carrying handle.
Never saw one before, except pictures. Let's suppose the thing broke while you were toting the tank. It might drop the tank in a way that is not good. That's why we pick them up by the valve.
Other neat gizmos you will run across are the tank banger, the underwater horn, the flashing regulator knob, and various types of artificial spit. I don't have those either.
Mike, the gizmo I have is the worst. The Ikelite waterproof cigarette case. When the BC was new, you could attach this waterproof cylinder to your gear and open it up while floating on the surface. It would contain several cigs and a lighter. Have a smoke while you float. I used it, mostly as a gag while quarry diving. I found out I didn't need those either.
Stu.
Other neat gizmos you will run across are the tank banger, the underwater horn, the flashing regulator knob, and various types of artificial spit. I don't have those either.
Mike, the gizmo I have is the worst. The Ikelite waterproof cigarette case. When the BC was new, you could attach this waterproof cylinder to your gear and open it up while floating on the surface. It would contain several cigs and a lighter. Have a smoke while you float. I used it, mostly as a gag while quarry diving. I found out I didn't need those either.
Stu.
Brewone0to
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I have and use them on my Faber HP 100's.
They work great, but I would advise that they be
between the tank & BCD during the dive
to prevent possible snag/catch point for string or line.
I don't know if they come in sizes, but
the set I have could not be used on AL80's.
The tank neck diameter is too small.
BTW, If you own & can operate an allen wrenck set,
the valve doesn't have to come off to install these things.
They work great, but I would advise that they be
between the tank & BCD during the dive
to prevent possible snag/catch point for string or line.
I don't know if they come in sizes, but
the set I have could not be used on AL80's.
The tank neck diameter is too small.
BTW, If you own & can operate an allen wrenck set,
the valve doesn't have to come off to install these things.
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