Bungee Stowed SMB

[Mikums]

I have seen a backplate setup where someone stowed their SMB to the plate using bungee cord. How is this done? Pictures are appreciated. Thanks.

 

[knowone]

Tie a couple of bungee loops through plate holes on the side or the bottom, 6 or 8 or 10 inches apart, roll up an poke in and check out manufacturers websites for butt pacs and other alternatives

 

[redacted]

this is my rig: ScubaBoard Gallery - Snorkel attachment to BP under wing.

The four hole at top center are for the two bungee loops holding the DSMB. But my plate is homemade 1/4 inch aluminum so I had plenty of thickness to work with.

 

[H2ODoc]

Here's what I did. Any feedback is appreciated:

 

[aquaregia]

How easy is this to deploy and restow? I assume it swings down under the tank when it's attached?

 

[Hydreliox]

I can't comment on deployment, but why (or more importantly when) are you mostly likely going to be stowing your SMB?

I think its something I usually wait til I'm on the boat for

 

[aquaregia]

Ah, so just roll it and clip it anywhere?

 

[Hydreliox]

I was saying I couldn't comment on the above post's deployment. I'm quite happy with my own though I have it butt bungeed and it works for me, and a second in the BP storage pack.

 

[DevonDiver]

Here's what I did. Any feedback is appreciated:

The concept is right. That's how many BP/W divers secure their DSMB/Lift Bag. Some feedback:

1. The bungee you have used is much thicker than it needs to be.

2. The knots look like they cause discomfort against your back. You can use thinner bungee and/or rotate the loops around so that the knots aren't on the inside of the backplate.

3. Roll up the DSMB so that it is longer/thinner. This will mean you can have smaller loops and it'll be more securely held in place.