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RE>>regulator hoses via Mail*Link(r) for PowerTalk(tm)/QM
>> Many of my dive buddies can
>>close their valves w/o such a maneuver, but I have to release my waist
>>strap and shift the mount over my head to do it. That is something that I
>>practice so as to be prepared should the need arise.
Hmmm... I'm not sure that I feel comfortable with any kit that requires that
you release some straps before you can reach your hoses. Note that my
orientation comes from Wreck diving. In your case, you're probably just
releasing the waist strap and sliding your tanks along your back until you
can reach back over your shoulder and twiddle the knobs. However, I've seen
several times that people had kits where they actually had to remove their
kit to get at the valves. This could be a dangerous situation if the person
is in tight quarters and, therefor, couldn't remove the kit.
Personally, I feel much better when my buddy can reach back over their
shoulder and get at their tank (if they're using a back-mounted rig).
-- Kevin --
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