backplate & wing

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    Question Where can I find a replacement book screw for Hollis LX2 weight pocket?

    I bought Hollis ST Elite System with LX2 weight pocket. The pocket came with 2 set of book screws. However, last year one of my book screw came loose and gone missing mid dive. I tried buy the book screw that listed on Hollis website as well as my LDS but it seems like LX2 weight system used...
  2. O

    New Diver need advice on mid range gear, (diving mostly in California ,Mexico, South east Asia)

    hello new diver, looking into buying midrange gear, maybe used and just get them serviced at a local dive shop(for the regs) found a couple good deals online, need advice on what to choose. background be diving mostly in california and traveling to warmer waters like mexico, and south east...
  3. datth

    Review Instructions for ditchable trim weight pouches for single tank diving on Halcyon backplate with Halcyon trim weight pockets

    For those rare instances when I dive single tank in cold Monterey water and having to attach tail weights to trim my rig out, I found this solution works very well for me. I can't say this is the standard followed by the rest of BAUE, but I hope it would. :p I didn't like having to cam on the...
  4. sparragus

    Question Aluminum or Steel Backplate

    Hey everyone, I've got a gear question and I could really use your advice. I'm all pumped about getting the DGX bp/w package, but I'm stuck on a choice: should I go for the aluminum plate or stainless steel? My dives mostly happen in warm Puerto Rican waters. Usually, I'm in a t-shirt, but...
  5. Dani Pierone

    Sold! Halcyon Infinity 30 System SS - Like New

    Modified this for a client with Mares clips. He can no longer dive due to injuries. The webbing can be completely replaced and this would be a brand new, only used in the pool, twice, infinity system. Retails for $1100. Make me an offer. He knows he’s losing money, just wants something back for it.
  6. kleinson

    Backplate and wing (Xdeep Zen) accessories/customization tips

    Hi back plate and wing divers. I was curious if anyone have done any customization or how you've set up your accessories with your backplate and wing? I just went from jacket style to back plate and wing and obviously now trying to modify my BCD setup to work for all my accessories without any...
  7. R

    Oms backplate and apeks wtx wing compatibility?

    I am looking to get into a bp/w and have decided on the Apeks PSD WTX 30 wing and the OMS SS back plate with smartstream harness. From what I understand most wings and backplates will bolt together, but I cannot find anywhere if the cam strap slots line up. I was wanting to run a single tank...
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    Closed Integrated Halcyon ACB Pockets - $85

    Selling these used pockets : Releasable trim / weigh pockets to be installed on a Back plate & Wing waist band $80 shipped. Retails for $159 new Same day shipping. Tracking provided. Paypal or Venmo payment accepted I have a few completed transactions via ScubaBoard Classifieds with no...
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    Sold! Halycon Traveler Pro Backplate & ACB Pockets - For Single Tank- $250

    Selling an old Halcyon Traveler Pro Backplate (just the backplate) with 4 built weigh pockets on the back and two Halcyon ACB integrated pockets on the side (these alone retail for $159) + the 2 tank straps This was an incredible travel setup for single tank diving. Fits in small backpack...
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    Question XDeep Zen vs Zeos and Steel vs Alu

    It's time for my own BCD and I'm looking for XDeep Zeos and Zen. As many others before me I have a problem with choosing the proper lift capacity. Usually I dive with 7mm wetsuit (sometimes with a vest) with boots, 12 Lts tank and usually I have 4 kgs extra. I'm 1,70 and usually I weight between...
  11. ReillyP

    New to BP & Wing: Suggestions for purchase

    Hi all, I am looking to pick up a backplate and wing system as I hate the trim jacket style BCDs give me (heavy feet.) I have dove twice with a halcyon infinity system which was nice in terms of simplicity and trim, but trapped air in my drysuit which had my buoyancy less than ideal. I am...
  12. Meredith Budd

    For Sale Halcyon Backplate and Wing Eclipse 30

    This is a Halcyon Eclipse wing with metal backplate and harness BCD, all hardware for a single tank. It is a standard size plate that is the stainless steel (6lb). This was purchased in 2009 after I studied/worked as a science diver with rented equipment for years. But after I purchased my own...
  13. Collin O'Brien

    Halcyon vs. OMS and BP/W Specs Question

    Hello! I am fairly new to diving and was hoping you all with far more experience and knowledge would be able to help me out. I have a few questions. One is, which company has better quality gear and warranty should anything happen when it comes to BP/W, OMS or Halcyon Dive Systems? I have been...
  14. emk42

    Helped needed on first gear purchase!

    Hello! I’m new this community and looking for some gear recommendations :) A bit about me: rescue certified with about ~70 dives, hoping to get my divemaster eventually i’m from FL and will be working in the maldives for the next year (not at a dive shop, but I will be able to dive in my free...
  15. Kevin Floyd

    Closed OMS STA with Cam bands

    For sale is a OMS STA with 2 cam bands. It only saw the water a few time. I switch to a weighted STA. $50 OBO
  16. Josh Edmond

    Travel BP&W Setup $500 budget

    Not to beat a dead horse but...I'd like some opinion on a travel plate wing setup. I'm fairly new to diving and have quickly realized the superiority of bp&w. Let me know, with specific details, what plate, harness or just webbing, wing, and accessories you would put together for a singles...
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    DSMB & Reel Storage - BP/W

    Hey guys, Got myself a lovely new BP/W system which I can’t wait to get using. Been a long term jacket BCD user, and although the pockets on them are awkward as hell - they are at least still pockets... Just trying to map out the logistics of what will go where. I’m using a DIR harness and no...
  18. W

    BP/W - Which one?!

    Hey guys! Looking to get into a BP/W setup :). Currently using a jacket style BCD (currently an Aqualung Axiom I3 & Aqualung Legend LX Supreme regs (DIN)). I'm PADI AOW, and stopped logging dives at around 500, but currently sat somewhere around 800-1000. In terms of the diving I currently do...
  19. W

    Sidemount or BP/W?!

    Hey guys! First post here so apologies if this is in the wrong place or has already been posted (I couldn't find it if it has been)! Bit of background before I jump into the problem I want your help with if possible :). I've been lucky enough to dive all over the world for the past 10 years -...
  20. Swamp_monster

    First stage hitting head with BP&wing

    I just got this rig a few days ago... When I was playing in the pool I noticed when I moved around the first stage hits my head (even with the crotch strap). It seems like with the twin-cam straps the whole rig wants to sit real low on the tank make the first stand and valve stick up higher. My...
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