Dragging a flag

[scubadada]

I don't think there is a perfect solution for the specific problem of shooting macro with a big camera rig and towing a flag. Clipping the flag is unsafe, holding it is going to mess with your shot, and letting it go while you concentrate on the shot is probably not going to end well.

I think the answer is to realize the limitations if you can't find someone else to handle the flag and settle for wide angle for that dive or even... leave the camera behind?

No I didn't say that, must have been that guy over there.

When you are diving with a flag in current, like we have in SE FL, things are actually a bit easier. The flag can be hooked off on the reef to allow you to swim around, take some photos, or hunt.

 

[tbone1004]

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that is not a breakaway, that is a swivel for fishing. not appropriate for this application

 

[rhwestfall]

Time for my video again...


I was using a float and had a shadow boat with a flag as well as someone waving and screaming at this operator...

 

[Alaskan Scuba Dude]

that is not a breakaway, that is a swivel for fishing. not appropriate for this application

On this occasion you were unable to provide a solution other than to debunk the swivel without positively being certain it won't break under duress, which is the reason fisherman use them.

 

[doctormike]

leave the camera behind?

Are you insane? Reporting this for promoting dangerous diving practices...

 

[tursiops]

that is not a breakaway, that is a swivel for fishing. not appropriate for this application

Hey, in addition to posting making random posts, he posts random pictures.

 

[Alaskan Scuba Dude]

Hey, in addition to posting making random posts, he posts random pictures.

And you like being the center of attention but cannot provide a solution.
While I have been indoctrinated with the: Solution Is Simple Safe Effective. SISSE.
Much more precise than this malarkey:

Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA)

Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) is an analysis that evaluates multiple criteria as part of the decision-making process

www.toolshero.com

 

[Gone for diving]

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On this occasion you were unable to provide a solution other than to debunk the swivel without positively being certain it won't break under duress, which is the reason fisherman use them.

Unfortunately fisherman don't want the swivel to break... that is the point.
The fishing line is saposse to be rated at a certain breaking strength.....
Can you please send a link of where to buy it with a breakaway spec?

Maybe you should post a picture of a spool of fishing line, an let us assume how it should be used in this application...

 

[BlueTrin]

And you like being the center of attention but cannot provide a solution.
While I have been indoctrinated with the: Solution Is Simple Safe Effective. SISSE.
Much more precise than this malarkey:

Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA)

Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) is an analysis that evaluates multiple criteria as part of the decision-making process

www.toolshero.com

When You Should Be Fishing With A Barrel Swivel

Barrel swivels are certainly one of those topics in the fishing world that isn't that glamorous but it can be very important.

shopkarls.com

You chose what people use to hook fishes and make sure they catch the fishes for an application where not breaking means death, it’s surely simple and effective to not fulfil the intended purpose

01041 - 01052 Barrel Swivel with Safety Snap

Barrel swivels with a safety snap available in a variety of finish options in a resealable package.

www.eagleclaw.com

 

[Alaskan Scuba Dude]

You chose what people use to hook fishes and make sure they catch the fishes for an application where not breaking means death, it’s surely simple and effective to not fulfil the intended purpose

As you pointed out it has a rating to when the safety snap breaks. The OP was concerned a propeller would drag them up. So my solution is the safety snap. They are using the float for safety. You probably dive once a year.