Ultimate Guide to Sidemount Cylinder Trim
Sidemount cylinder trim is a headache for many sidemount divers. This illustrated guide will help you diagnose the problem & find the solution
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What is a sidemount pouch or pocket?
A sidemount pouch, or pocket, is used to stow ancillary diving equipment when sidemount diving. It clips to square D-rings on the read harness via two double-end boltsnaps.
Ultimate Guide: Positioning Sidemount Cylinder Bands
If sidemount cylinder bands aren't correctly positioned you'll struggle to achieve reliable cylinder trim. This illustrated guide will help!
Which Sidemount BCD to choose?
Advice to determine which sidemount BCD will best fit your needs as a diver. Use these criteria to choose the most suitable dive gear.
Sidemount Training: How To Find An Effective Course
Sidemount training varies enormously in quality. Read these tips to identify the expertise and experience you need in a sidemount instructor.
Top-5 Best Sidemount Fins 2024
Choosing the right set of sidemount fins is an important decision. They have a profound effect on diver trim and control. With that recommendation in mind, here is my pick of the top 5 warm-water sidemount fins.
Air Integrated Dive Computers with AI Sidemount Mode
AI sidemount mode differs from just having multiple cylinder transmitters. Discover the best air integrated sidemount diving computers!
XDeep Stealth Modifications: Low-Profile Waist Buckle
The benefit of adding a low-profile waist buckle to your sidemount system.
XDeep Stealth Classic Modifications: Crotch Bungee
A nice modification to create a removable XDeep Stealth Classic wing lower attachment.
Sidemount Air Integration | Ultimate Guide to AI Transmitter Setup
Sidemount air integration. An illustrated step-by-step guide to configuring AI transmitters optimally for sidemount regulators. Perfect setup!
What are the two styles of sidemount BCD design?
There are two styles of sidemount BCD: Mexican cave & Florida cave. Understanding the differences allows the best choice for your needs.
XDeep Stealth Modification: Redundant Buoyancy
This XDeep Stealth modification adds redundant buoyancy to the Classic, Tec or Rec sidemount BCDs. It is a simple oral inflation system.
A Guide to Modern Sidemount Diving
A comprehensive guide to sidemount diving. What it is, the history, the equipment styles, how it is configured, gear setup and everything else you need to know.
Problems Reaching The XDeep Stealth Dump Valve
There are 6 issues commonly causing problems reaching the XDeep Stealth dump valve. Read my simple advice to easily fix those issues!
How To Find The Perfect Height For Your Sidemount Tank Bands
Get your sidemount tank bands at the right height to preserve arm mobility & keep your tanks in perfect trim! Follow these 2 simple steps!
DIY Sidemount Helmet Instructions
How to make a DIY sidemount helmet for wreck and cave diving. An illustrated and comprehensive guide.
Ultimate Guide: How To Set Up A Sidemount Harness
There are just a few simple steps to the methodical setup of a sidemount harness system. Knowing those right steps can save you lots of time and frustration.
Single Tank Sidemount Diving: An Essential Configuration Guide
Learn how to configure for effortless single tank sidemount diving with my illustrated guide. Expert regulator setup & hose routing tips!
What are the benefits of sidemount diving?
An honest explanation of the benefits of sidemount diving. The pros and cons of sidemount versus backmount gear for recreational, technical and cave divers
How to Choose the Best Sidemount Instructor
Learn how to select the best sidemount instructor to guarantee maximum performance & a high proficiency outcome! Don't waste money on cowboys!
Is Sidemount …? A comprehensive FAQ Guide
Answering the most common sidemount questions. Is sidemount...? What sidemount...? How sidemount...? A growing resource for quick answers.
Sidemount Cylinder Boltsnaps | Gear Setup Tips
Sidemount cylinder boltsnaps may seem insignificant but are critical for cylinder trim. Choose the right boltsnap with this quick guide.
How to Make a Sidemount Break Away Hose Connector
Learn how to make a sidemount break away hose connector in just 4 easy steps! This DIY guide shows you how to make one cheaply!
Sidemount Regulator Configuration
Discover the 3 types of sidemount regulator configuration. Learn the pros & cons of each setup to choose the best solution for your needs.
How To Set Up Sidemount Loop Bungee
How to set up sidemount loop bungee : an illustrated step-by-step guide by Andy Davis. Take the guesswork & frustration out of kit setup.
Is Sidemount Diving Technical Diving?
Sidemount diving has soared in popularity since 2012, but some still debate whether it is technical level diving or exclusively suitable for only specific diving niches. Let's explore that debate!
How To Build Your Own DIY Custom Sidemount Harness
It's pretty easy (and cheap!) to make a DIY custom sidemount harness for yourself. Sidemount diving tips and 'how to' advice.
Building Homemade Sidemount Equipment Setup
My thoughts and advice about attempting homemade sidemount gear projects. What does it take to create optimal DIY sidemount systems?
The History of Sidemount Diving
A complete guide to the history of sidemount diving: how it evolved and the principles that were shaped from differing environmental needs.
Sidemount Skills: Problems With Fine Motor Movements
My thoughts on experiencing problems with sidemount skills performance; particularly fine motor movements.
XDeep Stealth Tec vs Hollis Katana 2 Reviewed
Comparative dive review of the XDeep Stealth Tec versus the Hollis Katana 2 sidemount BCDs. Specifications, features, options, prices, performance
The $1200 Budget Sidemount Diver
Kit yourself as a budget sidemount diver, no compromises, for less than $1200! Sidemount diving doesn't have to be an expensive hobby.
Top 5 Convertible Hybrid Sidemount Systems
The top 5 most popular hybrid sidemount systems. Sidemount systems easily converted to backmount singles or doubles configurations.
Hollis SMS100 Sidemount Modifications
Hollis SMS100 custom modifications. Get the best performance from your sidemount BCD; especially for warm-water & aluminum cylinders!
Sidemount Harness Options for Homemade Systems
Reviewing sidemount harness kits that you can buy to make a homemade sidemount rig. You'll just need to add a wing and your choice of bungees.
Sidemount Review: The DiveRite Nomad LTZ
A review of the DiveRite Nomad LTZ sidemount. Expert equipment review by Andy Davis
Deep6 Sidemount Regulators & Eddy Fins | Unboxing Review
Deep6 Sidemount Regulators and Eddy Tech Fins: Unboxing Review I received the shipment of my new Deep6 sidemount regulator package and Eddy tech fins just in time for Christmas. This is my initial ‘unboxing’ review. A full diver review will…
Review: Deep 6 Gear Sidemount Regulator Package
My review of the Deep6 sidemount regulator set
Custom Sidemount Hardware Upgrade With SUMP UK
Sidemount Hardware Custom Upgrade With SUMP UK Andrew Goring, at Sump UK, has been busy designing and producing some clever custom hardware for sidemount and rebreather systems. This metalwork can enable sidemount divers to carry out some nice modifications,…
FinnSub ‘Fly Side’ sidemount BCD
FinnSub ‘Fly Side’ Sidemount BCD Reviewed The FinnsSub Fly Side sidemount is a tear-drop shaped bladder based upon a DIR harness with metal backplate and buttplate rails. Finnsub backplate options The FinnSub BCD can be purchased with either an aluminum…
Aquamundo Sidemount BCD Review
The Aquamundo Sidemount BCD I was pleased to be asked to conduct pre-release trials on the Aquamundo Sidemount BCD in Sept 2013 and this is my instructor’s review of the rig: The sidemount BCD is a complete system, designed on…
Deco Sidemount BCD Review
My dive-tested review of the Deco Sidemount BCD. It's my favourite travel system for warm-water recreational sidemount.
The Best Sidemount Diving Regulators Set
Looking for sidemount regulators? This review features all the specifications for the best sidemount regulators sets on the market today!
Top 5 Sidemount Adapter Systems
A reviewed list of the Top 5 Sidemount Adapter systems for converting backmount wing systems for sidemount diving.
How To Rig A Deco Sidemount Harness And Wing Perfectly!
How to assemble a Deco Sidemount harness that allows permanent & reliable attachment of the wing. This step-by-step guide shows you how!
Some Options for Homemade DIY Sidemount Rigs
Some Options for Homemade / DIY Sidemount Rigs When I was a new sidemount diver there weren’t many commercially sold rigs available. As a result, I created several homemade DIY sidemount configurations using what was available; typically converting backmount dive…