The original combination of high lift, efficient streamline profile and solid construction.
We tried a variety of sidemount systems, but none felt comfortable enough. So we thought about what divers need in different environments. We developed a modular system that is simple enough to use.
The FLY side system was developed with the diver's experience in open water, complicated cave systems, wrecks and inland dive sites.
FLY side works great for all types of diving. We wanted to find a way to ensure that users could place enough ballast for the dive and be comfortable at the same time. The solution was very simple - a back plate for perfect load distribution on the diver's back.
Main Specifics
1. Ergonomics
The unique combination of high buoyancy, solid construction and a maximally hydrodynamic front profile allow you to dive in any situation, whether it is open water or a confined environment. The load you need is always distributed along the back.
2. WingThe double skin construction, coupled with the modern 3D accordion-based design, delivers a hydrodynamic streamline shape even when the wing is fully inflated. There are two colour options to choose from, red and black. The wing has three openings, each of which can be used for an inflator, drain valve or plug. You can see the possibilities of modifications in their list.
Displacement: 12, 45 l ~ 25 lbs ~ 122 N
5 point attachment to harness
3 holes - inflator, drain valve and plug
3. Harness For the FLY side harness we have used our high quality back plate. The reason for this is to ensure ideal load distribution, so you never carry too much or too little. The harness is fully adjustable with a choice of back plates. Aluminium for travel or stainless steel for local dips (3mm or 6mm, depending on the weight required). The weight system can also be customized - we offer weight pockets located on the back plate in three sizes: 1, 2 or 3 kg weights, but also the option to use an integrated weight that is bolted to the back plate - 2 x 5 kg.
Backplate
DIR harness
2 D-rings on each shoulder strap
2 reinforced D-rings on the waist belt
Flexible lanyard (elastic throughout)+ 2 buckles
4. Modularity
The modularity of the FLY side system ensures that the sidemount harness can be used with the FLY side wing or any other backmount FLY wing and the desired load can be selected. Customize the system to suit your needs. All possible with FLY side and FLY speleo (later in 2015)
5. High quality material and components
Wing: Cordura 2000 (outer shell), Cordura 500 TPU (inner tube), Film foil 500 ym (inner tube sides)
Machinery: all components are made in Czech Republic with emphasis on high quality
The versatility of the FLY side is mainly due to the ease of disconnecting the harness and wing and the possibility of using the harness with any FLY wing.
Hollis SMS 50 Travel - the first BC of its kind, wing and harness in one. Developed exclusively for sidemount diving. Usable in any environment from open water to overhead.
The Hollis SMS 50 Sport builds on the successful SMS 50 design - wing and harness in one. The new SMS sport version with an inflator routed over the shoulder is suitable for any open water SMS diver.
