lamacchia
New
Hi all,
First-time post from a new member here with about 5 years and 35 dives under my belt. All I've done so far on trips (exclusively Caribbean/warm water) is rent equipment, and now it's getting time for a purchase. I've mostly used the Cressi Start Pro when I've rented equipment and it's fine, but I want to make sure I do enough research before buying. I've tried on an Aqualung Axiom at a local shop, and really like the idea of a hybrid between a jacket and a back-inflate or backplate-and-wing. That said, is the Axiom the best hybrid? Are there jackets that aren't as constricting as the Start Pro? It's hard to believe I found the right one the first time I tried something on, but I guess it's possible.
Looking for any and all input on the topic. As far as budget, a wise man once told me "find the Lexus, find the Yugo, then buy the middle."
Thanks very much!
First-time post from a new member here with about 5 years and 35 dives under my belt. All I've done so far on trips (exclusively Caribbean/warm water) is rent equipment, and now it's getting time for a purchase. I've mostly used the Cressi Start Pro when I've rented equipment and it's fine, but I want to make sure I do enough research before buying. I've tried on an Aqualung Axiom at a local shop, and really like the idea of a hybrid between a jacket and a back-inflate or backplate-and-wing. That said, is the Axiom the best hybrid? Are there jackets that aren't as constricting as the Start Pro? It's hard to believe I found the right one the first time I tried something on, but I guess it's possible.
Looking for any and all input on the topic. As far as budget, a wise man once told me "find the Lexus, find the Yugo, then buy the middle."
Thanks very much!