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Originally Posted by RonFrank
I use a Lanyard similar to what you have posted on my Nikon D200/Ikelite setup.
I sometimes don't bother clipping it off on shallow reefs, but on Deep dives IMO this is a must. I just watched a guy drop a $5000 setup on the Duane in current a couple weeks back. He dropped it near the surface trying to help untangle a diver on the surface line. In 120' of water and in a strong current, that rig is gone.
I clip my setup off to a shoulder dring, and that allows me to use both hands when needed.
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While I've never lost a complete rig, I have had mine flood. Unfortunately it was in the bucket on the boat...
But that's why I have insurance. I consider it as important as my regulator. Anyone thinking about getting into this expensive end of the hobby, should seriously consider equipment insurance. DAN has an excellent program. Makes losing a $5k rig a little less painful.
For my Nikon/Ikelite setup, I've made my own tether, and clip it to a D-ring on my shoulder strap.