Spare Air questions

[FreediveWI]

I only use mine when scootering wrecks in case my scooter fails. For scuba it is next to worthless.

For true bailout a set of lightweight doubles, like aluminum 80's, are the only full-proof method. Ponies should be side slung, just like John J. mentioned. I would use a 40, or an 80 if I just had to dive solo. A 30 doesn't give you all that much if you have a problem at 100'- and start to really suck down the gas!

Another advantage to a side-slung poney is that it can be passed off to anyone who needs it. If you need to use it yourself then the valve is right there in front of you in case of a free flow problem.

Too many times I have seen people use their pony bottles to extend their dive times. This is not a smart thing to do and should be used for emergancies only.

Jon