Sidemount- Principles For Success -

That is success. That is sidemount.

There is no single "correct" way to configuration a sidemount system because environments dictate your needs. A cave diver in Florida using aluminum 80s faces different challenges than a cold-water wreck diver in the North Atlantic using steel 120s. Sidemount- Principles For Success

The shoulder and waist straps must hold the harness securely against your spine. If the rig shifts when you move, your cylinders will wobble, destroying your stability. That is success

All low-pressure and high-pressure hoses must be routed tight against the harness to eliminate snag hazards. A cave diver in Florida using aluminum 80s

To succeed, you must treat gas switching like a religion. The gold standard is the . Every time the active regulator’s pressure drops by 200 PSI, you switch.

A horizontal, "flat" trim is the hallmark of a skilled diver, and it is essential in sidemount.

By carrying two independent cylinders, you have a fully redundant gas supply.