Pathfinder

*Clare Gledhill* · December 1st, 2005, 01:10 PM

OK - I give up with the damn thing - can some handy person help me?

Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough.

I really need to swap it for an adjustable handle like a goodman handle which I can drop to make it shorter.... but I think it will require drilling and metal cutting and stuff and just can't do things like that.

Is there anyone in the UK contingent who could look at helping me sort this - in return for beer or chocolate (or both

) And does anyone know where I can buy a spare goodman handle to do it with (or have one they would like to sell)

***EBT*** · December 1st, 2005, 01:17 PM

Clare,

take a look at the agir pathfinder clone. I seem to recall it was using a spot welded handle, shouldnt be too hard to cut the welds and re-weld it to suit umpah lumpar hands.

Failling that, try finger stretching exercises, such as putting your fingers into your wallet at the bar more often. Its a common problem with people in your line of work

***ericfine50*** · December 1st, 2005, 02:09 PM

Check out the Dive Rite Reesl - I beleive they allow you to adjust the handle height.

Maren · December 1st, 2005, 02:33 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by CHG)

Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough.

Hm, that sounds like another of those difficulties divers of smaller size with smaller feet and hands get?

Joe Hesketh · December 1st, 2005, 03:12 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by CHG)

Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough.

Clare, are you sure about that? Have a look at this picture - would your fingers still not reach?

Joe

Divingniknaks · December 1st, 2005, 04:08 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Gledders)

OK - I give up with the damn thing - can some handy person help me?

Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough.

I really need to swap it for an adjustable handle like a goodman handle which I can drop to make it shorter.... but I think it will require drilling and metal cutting and stuff and just can't do things like that.

Is there anyone in the UK contingent who could look at helping me sort this - in return for beer or chocolate (or both

) And does anyone know where I can buy a spare goodman handle to do it with (or have one they would like to sell)

Why don't ya just pick up the phone Girl

Gimme a ring let's see what my contacts can do for ya.

P

fraser · December 1st, 2005, 04:19 PM

Phill,

Did you ever get an answer on my suggestion for the modified handle?

Frase.

Divingniknaks · December 1st, 2005, 06:18 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by fraser)

Phill,

Did you ever get an answer on my suggestion for the modified handle?

Frase.

Ermmmm Yup, it wasn't too well received I'm afraid.

Barry basically didn't think it was a goer, I'll have another word with him when I see him Monday.

Sorry about that.

MKDVR · December 2nd, 2005, 02:06 AM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Gledders)

OK - I give up with the damn thing - can some handy person help me?

Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough.

I really need to swap it for an adjustable handle like a goodman handle which I can drop to make it shorter.... but I think it will require drilling and metal cutting and stuff and just can't do things like that.

Is there anyone in the UK contingent who could look at helping me sort this - in return for beer or chocolate (or both

) And does anyone know where I can buy a spare goodman handle to do it with (or have one they would like to sell)

I know what you mean about holding the Pathfinder. I have small hands and it can be frustrating. If you can't find a modification to the reel try extending your thumb and middle finger to lightly touching the spool. I've found this helps to stabilize the reel.

Andy Kerslake · December 2nd, 2005, 01:38 PM

Hobbits are not meant to use reels they should stay in the Shires :-)

December 1st, 2005, 01:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
Clare Gledhill(Offline) GUE Instructor Site Admin Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,547	Pathfinder OK - I give up with the damn thing - can some handy person help me? Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough. I really need to swap it for an adjustable handle like a goodman handle which I can drop to make it shorter.... but I think it will require drilling and metal cutting and stuff and just can't do things like that. Is there anyone in the UK contingent who could look at helping me sort this - in return for beer or chocolate (or both ) And does anyone know where I can buy a spare goodman handle to do it with (or have one they would like to sell) __________________ Clare . "Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions....Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you too can become great." Interested in DIR dive training? Always happy to chat/answer questions so get in touch via PM or visit www.dirdiver.co.uk

December 1st, 2005, 01:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
*EBT*(Offline) Just another crouton... Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Brighton Posts: 414	Clare, take a look at the agir pathfinder clone. I seem to recall it was using a spot welded handle, shouldnt be too hard to cut the welds and re-weld it to suit umpah lumpar hands. Failling that, try finger stretching exercises, such as putting your fingers into your wallet at the bar more often. Its a common problem with people in your line of work Last edited by EBT; December 1st, 2005 at 01:26 PM.

December 1st, 2005, 04:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
Divingniknaks(Offline) Resident purveyor of shiney kit.... Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midlands UK Posts: 1,038	Quote: (Originally Posted by Gledders) OK - I give up with the damn thing - can some handy person help me? Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough. I really need to swap it for an adjustable handle like a goodman handle which I can drop to make it shorter.... but I think it will require drilling and metal cutting and stuff and just can't do things like that. Is there anyone in the UK contingent who could look at helping me sort this - in return for beer or chocolate (or both ) And does anyone know where I can buy a spare goodman handle to do it with (or have one they would like to sell) Why don't ya just pick up the phone Girl Gimme a ring let's see what my contacts can do for ya. P __________________ Phill ----------------------------- Salvo Lights, DirZone Gear , Frog Wings Dive ? http://www.divingniknaks.com

December 1st, 2005, 04:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
fraser(Offline) "I'm only late on your timescale" Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 463	Phill, Did you ever get an answer on my suggestion for the modified handle? Frase. __________________ Damn it feels good to be a gangsta

December 1st, 2005, 06:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
Divingniknaks(Offline) Resident purveyor of shiney kit.... Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midlands UK Posts: 1,038	Quote: (Originally Posted by fraser) Phill, Did you ever get an answer on my suggestion for the modified handle? Frase. Ermmmm Yup, it wasn't too well received I'm afraid. Barry basically didn't think it was a goer, I'll have another word with him when I see him Monday. Sorry about that. __________________ Phill ----------------------------- Salvo Lights, DirZone Gear , Frog Wings Dive ? http://www.divingniknaks.com

December 1st, 2005, 02:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
*ericfine50*(Offline) Moderator Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: MA Posts: 622	Check out the Dive Rite Reesl - I beleive they allow you to adjust the handle height.

December 1st, 2005, 02:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
Maren(Offline) New Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: North of Germany Posts: 81	Quote: (Originally Posted by CHG) Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough. Hm, that sounds like another of those difficulties divers of smaller size with smaller feet and hands get?

December 1st, 2005, 03:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
Joe Hesketh(Offline) New Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: London, UK Posts: 658	Quote: (Originally Posted by CHG) Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough. Clare, are you sure about that? Have a look at this picture - would your fingers still not reach? Joe

December 2nd, 2005, 02:06 AM	#9 (permalink)
MKDVR(Offline) New Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Florida Posts: 29	Quote: (Originally Posted by Gledders) OK - I give up with the damn thing - can some handy person help me? Problem is that the handle on my reel (which is the standard one which looks like a goodman handle but thicker and is not adjustable) is just too high for my fingers to be able to control the reel when I am holding it. By the time I have the torch on the back of my hand and the reel underneath my finger barely touch the reel - even at full stretch. The degree of control is not enough. I really need to swap it for an adjustable handle like a goodman handle which I can drop to make it shorter.... but I think it will require drilling and metal cutting and stuff and just can't do things like that. Is there anyone in the UK contingent who could look at helping me sort this - in return for beer or chocolate (or both ) And does anyone know where I can buy a spare goodman handle to do it with (or have one they would like to sell) I know what you mean about holding the Pathfinder. I have small hands and it can be frustrating. If you can't find a modification to the reel try extending your thumb and middle finger to lightly touching the spool. I've found this helps to stabilize the reel.

December 2nd, 2005, 01:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
Andy Kerslake(Offline) Wreck and Cave Diver Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: UK Posts: 93	Hobbits are not meant to use reels they should stay in the Shires :-)