Deep-Sea Sherpa

While Internet forums are filled with discussions on DIR/UTD equipment configuration, I typically ignore most of the banter. Often times, these threads end up as nit picks on fine details, but miss the overall goal and value of DIR. However, the best discussions are typically improvements or recommendations that enhance the way we dive.

Based on recent discussions, we updated our light head configuration with a double-ender and bungee overtop. This equipment configuration now successfully serves multiple purposes.

1. Light can be clipped with head up on the D-ring
2. Light can be clipped with head down on the D-ring
3. Bungee provides convenient thumb loop
4. Bungee allows for temporary holds of cookies/arrows
5. Prevents Salvo lighthead from accidentally on unsnapping from the handle*

There’s a recent video on the UTD site about this DIR goodman handle light head configuration.

Equipment needed:

1. Stainless steel double-ender
2. 1/4″ bungee
3. Cave line
4. O-ring

*Personally, I think that if the Salvo clamp on the handle was a little bit longer, more of “C” shape instead of a “U” shape, it might make the accidental unsnapping a non-issue.

• October 30, 2009 – UTD Stage Mini
• Essentials October 2009
• How to mark a stage or deco bottle
• How to rig a stage or deco bottle
• How to clip the SPG to the hip D-ring

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How To by Don