Octo Holder recomendations

[parrothead600]

Just wanted to know what you guys recommend for an octo holder. I have been using a hose clip to hold my octo to my BCD. I also have a mouthpeice holder (ball on a ring) that I haven't used yet. Seems like it would be a pain stffing the mouthpeice in it every dive. What are the pros & cons for each?

[Ber Rabbit]

Tried 'em all, prefer to have my octo on a necklace under my chin.
Ber :lilbunny:

[Ber Rabbit]

BTW, I see you're from Michigan, have you checked out the Great Lakes Wrecking Crew section of the board? There will be a meet-n-greet at Gilboa April 27-29, you're more than welcome to join us!
Ber :lilbunny:

[Damselfish]

I've never found a ball thing that worked for me, a pain to get the thing in yet always fall out. I suppose in theory the ball thing would keep things out of the octo, though I don't see that as a problem when you've got the thing clipped up to begin with. I find these (http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/ItemIndex_19/AQUOH2.html?Search=op%3ddtSearch%26Term%3docto%26S earchFlag%3dall%26AdvSrchSortField%3dRelevance%26S ortDesc%3dFalse%26Hit%3d1) work well though you can almost accomplish the same thing with a snorkel keeper.

[SKBRDVR1]

There was also a problem stated several years ago about the closed ones, such as the ball, might be susceptible to "holding" bacteria. I use one I picked up at DEMA. It's a flexible square that "wraps" around the mouthpiece and attaches anywhere you want.

[O2BBubbleFree]

The snorkel holder works for me. (the old-fashioned rubber figure-eight type)

[Marek K]

I happen to use this (http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/ItemIndex_24/CategoryID_976/Context_974/Sort_Stock/DescSort_0/Filter_1%3d585/DIV2086.html) kind. The bungee holds the mouthpiece very securely, but a good tug will deploy it. A bit tricky to put all back together after a drill, though; but that's a trade-off.

[dkktsunami]

The snorkel holder works for me. (the old-fashioned rubber figure-eight type)


Ditto this - a secure close fitting solution.

[miketsp]

I've tried a few types & I like the ball.
Nice & visible & not tight enough that there is a risk of pulling the mouthpiece off in an emergency if someone grabs the reg fast.
The reg does tend to come out of the ball during a giant stride but I'm quite used to this and by the time I break surface I've already plugged it back in.
Swimming UW it very rarely comes out.

I tried the necklace arrangement and never got used to it. Under my chin is where I put my mask while hanging around on the surface. NMOF.

[Ber Rabbit]

Under my chin is where I put my mask while hanging around on the surface. NMOF.
On my face is where I put my mask while hanging out at the surface NMOF and definitely NMUC (no mask under chin) :D
Ber :lilbunny:

[H20Bubbles]

This one (http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/ItemIndex_49/CategoryID_976/Context_974/Sort_Stock/DescSort_0/Filter_6%3d526/AQUOH.html) is similar to the ball but a little more user friendly. We have found that it works well.

[kazinvan]

I use one of the ones shown here: http://www.cb-molding.com/pics/ScubaMate.jpg
Cheap, easy to use, Octo never falls out. Octo is released easily when needed, and will even rip if OOA buddy just yanks it.

Found this one too while browsing, seems like a strange design that might be useful.
http://www.divebooty.co.uk/equipment_details.asp?pid=470

[parrothead600]

BTW, I see you're from Michigan, have you checked out the Great Lakes Wrecking Crew section of the board? There will be a meet-n-greet at Gilboa April 27-29, you're more than welcome to join us!
Ber :lilbunny:
Yes, I have checked out that section on the board. It's been a little quiet there for a while.
I'm not sure what my schedule will be like, but I am interested. Can you PM me with the details?....Dave

[ShoalDiverSA]

I use one of the ones shown here: http://www.cb-molding.com/pics/ScubaMate.jpg
Cheap, easy to use, Octo never falls out. Octo is released easily when needed, and will even rip if OOA buddy just yanks it.

Found this one too while browsing, seems like a strange design that might be useful.
http://www.divebooty.co.uk/equipment_details.asp?pid=470

I have only ever heard complaints about the second one you have quoted here. My Dad tossed his one. Personally, I use a snorkel keeper looped through itself. Maybe one day I will have the bungee necklace...

Cheers,

Andrew

[Damselfish]

This one (http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/ItemIndex_49/CategoryID_976/Context_974/Sort_Stock/DescSort_0/Filter_6%3d526/AQUOH.html) is similar to the ball but a little more user friendly. We have found that it works well.
I consider those in the same category as the balls, unfortuntely for me they worked worse than the actual ball shaped ones. Some of this may depend on your mouthpiece.

[terrasmak]

Tried 'em all, prefer to have my octo on a necklace under my chin.
Ber :lilbunny:
Best one ive tried so far too.

[StSomewhere]

I happen to use this (http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/ItemIndex_24/CategoryID_976/Context_974/Sort_Stock/DescSort_0/Filter_1%3d585/DIV2086.html) kind. The bungee holds the mouthpiece very securely, but a good tug will deploy it. A bit tricky to put all back together after a drill, though; but that's a trade-off.
The inner bungee on my DR Octopus Holder started to separate at the strap on one side after about a dozen dives. I'll try to post pics.

Since then I've gone to the bungeed backup, and I'm a convert.

[Brandon]

http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/984/aquoh24ts.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

I don't have the clip, I just run it through a d-ring in a larkshead knot.

Works fine for me... way better than Scum Balls, that other varient that is more shaped like a mouthpiece, and that Scubapro Nasa Engineered dingilydoo.

Don't want to spend $5 on an octo keeper? Use a rubber band. Experiment with the right size, and tie it off to your d-ring. Works exactly the same, and costs the better part of 2 cents.

-Brandon.

[MSilvia]

I keep mine on a necklace, but I used to use the snork keeper, and it was fine if you aren't into the long hose style.

[lowwall]

Don't want to spend $5 on an octo keeper? Use a rubber band. Experiment with the right size, and tie it off to your d-ring.

-Brandon.

I think we have a winner. And spares aren't going to take up too much space either.;)

Thanks,
Alex

[Jamdiver]

Another vote for the 'ball' type octo holder, works fine for me, I have it clipped to my chest d-ring.
Never had a problem fitting an octo in it and prior to owning a reg i'd rented several and none of the octos presented a problem in terms of fit.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v220/Jamdiver/Posts/Octoholder.jpg

[BIGG_BUDD]

Ever thought about going with an inflator octo? I have an Atomic SS1, and love the freedom. The way I see it, the less hoses I have dangling from my back, the better.


http://www.scubadivinguniverse.com/images/ss1.jpg

Food for thought, amigo.

[mahjong]

Tried 'em all, prefer to have my octo on a necklace under my chin.
Ber :lilbunny:
Do you octo necklace wearers also tie down and secure the octo in any way? Wouldn't an octo dangling off a necklace be a nuisance? Wouldn't it fly up and hit you in the chin or face when jumping into the water off a boat? Anyone have a good picture of this setup? Maybe I'm not properly envisioning how this works.
mahjong

[Eagle-scuba]

I use a caribeaner and an insertable mouthpiece holder , clipped to a D-ring near the adjusting straps for shoulder releases...simular to the Dacor mouth piece insert...see ya` under

[Ber Rabbit]

Do you octo necklace wearers also tie down and secure the octo in any way? Wouldn't an octo dangling off a necklace be a nuisance? Wouldn't it fly up and hit you in the chin or face when jumping into the water off a boat? Anyone have a good picture of this setup? Maybe I'm not properly envisioning how this works.
mahjong
Octo isn't tied down but I do run my hose under my arm because my teaching rig has extra long hoses. Part of your entry is controlling your hoses, I always hold my mask with the fingertips of my left hand and my palm is on my regulator; the octopus is directly under my wrist and also under control. My tucked elbow keeps my inflator hose from flopping around and I use my right hand to hold my mask strap (normally) or weightbelt (if I don't trust a rental) and my arm controls the hose for the octopus. The octopus is not against your chin it actually sits on your chest about where a shirt collar hits.
Ber :lilbunny:

[rmannix]

I use the necklace but if also using a Pony I have a large o-ring tie-wrapped to a bolt snap. The o-ring goes loosely around the mouthpiece and pulls free with just a tug.

[Bratface]

I use one of the ones shown here: http://www.cb-molding.com/pics/ScubaMate.jpg
Cheap, easy to use, Octo never falls out. Octo is released easily when needed, and will even rip if OOA buddy just yanks it.

Found this one too while browsing, seems like a strange design that might be useful.
http://www.divebooty.co.uk/equipment_details.asp?pid=470



I use the one in the first link. My Octo stays put, easy to release and replace.

I used to have the one in the second link. Octo fell out frequently. That's the reason it was replaced by the one in the first link.

[kjundvr]

Do you octo necklace wearers also tie down and secure the octo in any way? Wouldn't an octo dangling off a necklace be a nuisance? Wouldn't it fly up and hit you in the chin or face when jumping into the water off a boat? Anyone have a good picture of this setup? Maybe I'm not properly envisioning how this works.
mahjong

I go to orchard and buy a few feet of the very thin bungee cord. Then cut it to about 18in tie knots at each end and put it together with zip ties. (would provide a pic but dont have any). Supprisingly as long as you have not make it to long it does not get in the way nor does it hang down very much. This method makes finding your octo fool proof even in 0 viz.

[Walter]

I use the one in the first link. My Octo stays put, easy to release and replace.

That's one of the best, of course a snorkel keeper works in exactly the same way.

[Jim Lapenta]

Have one of those shaped like a mouthpiece. It works except with the octo on my blizzard. The mouthpiece on it is very soft and it tends to fall out. The one on my delta setup is a little stiffer and holds fine. Fortunately the blizzard is a backup and if I should have to use it or just choose to use it I have one made from surgical tubing. I just don't use it in water where there is alot of muck tho. When we were at catfish hotel in manatee springs you descend and ascend thru a level of plant life,not real thick but it's a pain. One of our group had a mouthpiece (and reg) full of it when he came up. Sometimes the ball or ball-type is a blessing.

[Monkey Knife-fight]

Just use a snorkel keeper. Cheap and easy and octo won't fall out. Ball things seem like a pain to me from what i've seen.

[oly5050user]

Just use a snorkel keeper. Cheap and easy and octo won't fall out. Ball things seem like a pain to me from what i've seen.
get a peice of surgical tubung..6'' make a loop,tie wrap to bcd in triangle area from chin to waist.I put mine lower right side under arm front of bcd..place mouth peice of alt air in it..pulls out when you need it and easy to place back in after use..same idea as snorkel keeper but easier to use and even cheaper.

[Buoyant1]

I use one of these

http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/CategoryID_976/Context_974/Sort_Stock/DescSort_0/Filter_6%3d518/AQUDHH.html

I also use one for my SPG. I wrap a tie wrap about an inch from the end and clip it between the end and the tie wrap, it stays put, and I know where its at always.

Cheap solution also....I've seen snorkel keepers for that also pretty common....

[davisdiver]

Ditch the Octo and get an Air2 or whatever equiviliant your brand carries. No fuss, no muss, no worries

[Web Monkey]

I've got an Air-2, but use the surgical tubing loop for the reg on my pony.

It's nice, because if you need it, you just grab the reg and the loop lets go. And it's cheap!

Terry


get a peice of surgical tubung..6'' make a loop,tie wrap to bcd in triangle area from chin to waist.I put mine lower right side under arm front of bcd..place mouth peice of alt air in it..pulls out when you need it and easy to place back in after use..same idea as snorkel keeper but easier to use and even cheaper.