PADI Sidemount Diver Manual first New poppet material reduces friction

New poppet material reduces friction in the barrel increasing performance

Excellent buoyancy control is what defines skilled scuba divers

Handle a possible spinal injury

the lenses are not parallel to the face but are raked and shaped like an “inverted drop”

PADI Sidemount Diver Manual first New poppet material reduces friction**Manual Only** See "Sidemount Diver Specialty Class" for class Sidemount Diver A sidemount configuration (scuba tanks alongside of the diver) offers more flexibility and better steamlining options. Learn about the many benefits of diving with a sidemount configuration. Description Having scuba tanks on your back isn't a requirement for exploring the underwater world. Many scuba divers have discovered the joy of mounting cylinders on their sides.