Sidemount training varies enormously in quality. Read these tips to identify the expertise and experience you need in a sidemount instructor.
Read MoreSidemount Training: How To Find An Effective CourseChoosing 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.
Read MoreTop-5 Best Sidemount Fins 2024
Technique and video showing how to tie a DIY regulator bungee necklace for your hogarthian or sidemount short hose regulator.
Read MoreHow to Tie a Regulator Bungee NecklaceThe benefit of adding a low-profile waist buckle to your sidemount system.
Read MoreXDeep Stealth Modifications: Low-Profile Waist BuckleA nice modification to create a removable XDeep Stealth Classic wing lower attachment.
Read MoreXDeep Stealth Classic Modifications: Crotch BungeeThere are two styles of sidemount BCD: Mexican cave & Florida cave. Understanding the differences allows the best choice for your needs.
Read MoreWhat are the two styles of sidemount BCD design?This XDeep Stealth modification adds redundant buoyancy to the Classic, Tec or Rec sidemount BCDs. It is a simple oral inflation system.
Read MoreXDeep Stealth Modification: Redundant BuoyancyA 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.
Read MoreA Guide to Modern Sidemount DivingDefining grades of wreck diving restrictions. How to assess the severity of restrictions when planning your dives in backmount and sidemount
Read MoreGrading Wreck Diving RestrictionsThe L2D Tabby aircraft wreck in Subic Bay. Dive site details, map, history and photos of the wonderful Tabby wreck in Subic Bay Philippines.
Read MoreShowa L2D Tabby Aircraft Wreck | Subic Bay
Get your sidemount tank bands at the right height to preserve arm mobility & keep your tanks in perfect trim! Follow these 2 simple steps!
Read MoreHow To Find The Perfect Height For Your Sidemount Tank BandsHow to make a DIY sidemount helmet for wreck and cave diving. An illustrated and comprehensive guide.
Read MoreDIY Sidemount Helmet InstructionsThere 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.
Read MoreUltimate Guide: How To Set Up A Sidemount HarnessLearn scuba gas planning for your dives! A step-by-step guide to gas management for divers. Enhance your dive knowledge & safety underwater!
Read MoreScuba Gas Planning: Gas Management For DiversLearn how to select the best sidemount instructor to guarantee maximum performance & a high proficiency outcome! Don't waste money on cowboys!
Read MoreHow to Choose the Best Sidemount InstructorAnswering the most common sidemount questions. Is sidemount...? What sidemount...? How sidemount...? A growing resource for quick answers.
Read MoreIs Sidemount …? A comprehensive FAQ GuideSidemount cylinder boltsnaps may seem insignificant but are critical for cylinder trim. Choose the right boltsnap with this quick guide.
Read MoreSidemount Cylinder Boltsnaps | Gear Setup TipsLearn how to make a sidemount break away hose connector in just 4 easy steps! This DIY guide shows you how to make one cheaply!
Read MoreHow to Make a Sidemount Break Away Hose ConnectorDiscover the 3 types of sidemount regulator configuration. Learn the pros & cons of each setup to choose the best solution for your needs.
Read MoreSidemount Regulator ConfigurationHow to set up sidemount loop bungee : an illustrated step-by-step guide by Andy Davis. Take the guesswork & frustration out of kit setup.
Read MoreHow To Set Up Sidemount Loop BungeeMy thoughts on working as Technical Diving Instructor after two decades teaching tech, trimix & overhead diving as a full-time pro.
Read MoreWorking as a Technical Diving Instructor
It's pretty easy (and cheap!) to make a DIY custom sidemount harness for yourself. Sidemount diving tips and 'how to' advice.
Read MoreHow To Build Your Own DIY Custom Sidemount Harness
My thoughts and advice about attempting homemade sidemount gear projects. What does it take to create optimal DIY sidemount systems?
Read MoreBuilding Homemade Sidemount Equipment Setup
My thoughts on experiencing problems with sidemount skills performance; particularly fine motor movements.
Read MoreSidemount Skills: Problems With Fine Motor MovementsSidemount cylinder trim is a headache for many sidemount divers. This illustrated guide will help you diagnose the problem & find the solution
Read MoreUltimate Guide to Sidemount Cylinder Trim
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.
Read MoreWhat is a sidemount pouch or pocket?If sidemount cylinder bands aren't correctly positioned you'll struggle to achieve reliable cylinder trim. This illustrated guide will help!
Read MoreUltimate Guide: Positioning Sidemount Cylinder Bands
The top 5 most popular hybrid sidemount systems. Sidemount systems easily converted to backmount singles or doubles configurations.
Read MoreTop 5 Convertible Hybrid Sidemount Systems
Hollis SMS100 custom modifications. Get the best performance from your sidemount BCD; especially for warm-water & aluminum cylinders!
Read MoreHollis SMS100 Sidemount ModificationsReviewing 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.
Read MoreSidemount Harness Options for Homemade Systems
A review of the DiveRite Nomad LTZ sidemount. Expert equipment review by Andy Davis
Read MoreSidemount Review: The DiveRite Nomad LTZ
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…
My review of the Deep6 sidemount regulator set
Read MoreReview: Deep 6 Gear Sidemount Regulator Package
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 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…
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…
Looking for sidemount regulators? This review features all the specifications for the best sidemount regulators sets on the market today!
Read MoreThe Best Sidemount Diving Regulators Set
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…
