Hi all,
I am an inexperienced recreation diver in Hong Kong with approx. 30 dives. I will normally dive in asia tropical area via traveling. I use 5KG weight belt for normal jacket BCD. No intention to go technical diving. I want to buy a travel BCD. Light weight is a bonus but not essential. I have more or less limited my choices as follows:
1. Buying an Oceanic Islander back inflated BCD locally. Inexpensive and one unit cover all my needs. Alternatively, I may get a Scubapro Knighthawk at a bit higher price.
2. Buying a Diverite single tank package with basic set up online. Not sure to get SS or aluminum back plate.
3. Buying a Halcyon infinity locally. Expensive but seems to be a nice total package. Jot sure to get a SS or aluminum back plate
Note:
1. Halcyon Traveler system is on my top list. However, it is not available locally. I cannot justify to buy it online.
2. The Zeagle Express Tech is not on my list as the shipping cost is high.
I appreciate your advices or experience sharing to help me to finalise my buying decision.
Thanks.
I am an inexperienced recreation diver in Hong Kong with approx. 30 dives. I will normally dive in asia tropical area via traveling. I use 5KG weight belt for normal jacket BCD. No intention to go technical diving. I want to buy a travel BCD. Light weight is a bonus but not essential. I have more or less limited my choices as follows:
1. Buying an Oceanic Islander back inflated BCD locally. Inexpensive and one unit cover all my needs. Alternatively, I may get a Scubapro Knighthawk at a bit higher price.
2. Buying a Diverite single tank package with basic set up online. Not sure to get SS or aluminum back plate.
3. Buying a Halcyon infinity locally. Expensive but seems to be a nice total package. Jot sure to get a SS or aluminum back plate
Note:
1. Halcyon Traveler system is on my top list. However, it is not available locally. I cannot justify to buy it online.
2. The Zeagle Express Tech is not on my list as the shipping cost is high.
I appreciate your advices or experience sharing to help me to finalise my buying decision.
Thanks.