A sidemount break away hose connector is an essential safety component for sidemount diving<\/a>. It allows the diver to attach their long hose regulator to a bolt snap, which is then clipped to the right shoulder D-ring when not in use. Because the connector can be snapped with minimal force, it ensures fast and reliable access to the long hose regulator for emergency air sharing. In this article, I will guide you through the 4-step process of making a simple and effective sidemount break away hose connector using only a small bolt snap, an o-ring, and a cable tie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n