Mares Hybrid Pure.

[Aeroza]

Hey

I'm looking at getting myself a Mares Hybrid Pure.
Has anyone used these BCD's?
Any good, quality?

Cheers.

 

[tstormdiver]

Our shop just got some in the other day. After looking at them, I'm tempted to use one for a teaching BC (my old Balance's bladder ruptured). Likes: rear inflate, back suspension system & the BP/W style belt (will allow me to carry my canister light easier), cam band placement allows for better balance of cylinder weight. Dislikes: It has the lower cam band for the cylinder with trim pockets, that puts ALL your weight (dumpable & non dumpable) around the waist, pulling the lower body down. I prefer to be perfectly horizontally trimmed out. I saw the cam band can be raised a little & bring the trim pockets up a little closer to my shoulders. The BC is a little busier looking in the front than my Balance was, but not too much. I have not tried one out yet,.... these are just my observations, but may get one to replace my old Balance.

 

[jujjio]

I have no probs using it. It folds very well in a carry on bag!! Love the trim weight...

 

[Aeroza]

Thanks guys, will probably be getting my hands on one in the next couple months