Accessories for new BP&W user??

[MikeC]

OK, ordered a BP&W for a gift today. I got the plate, wing and harness. What else does a new user need? She will be moving from an old BC that was weight integrated.

 

[Uncle Pug]

Camband straps and STA unless you bought a wing that can be used without an STA... in which case you would just need the camband straps.

And depending on how much weight she used you may need to buy her a weight belt or weight pockets for the harness waist band.

I'd go with the weight belt.

 

[IslandHopper]

how 'bout a handful of small and medium SS boltsnaps ... to tie or zip onto things like the SPG, lights, camera, spool/reel, etc.

 

[Boogie711]

Concur - can never have too many bolt snaps. And you'll want to get some pockets for exposure gear so you can carry spools/wetnotes/etc.

 

[The Kraken]

Some belt slides and d-rings.

 

[babar]

some bungie, or innertube

 

[gfisher4792]

Yes, SS bolt snaps are good. I also like having a bicycle inner tube to cut into straps for your backup lights, etc. Did you also get a crotch strap with your harness (may not be necessary, but it just may be...)?

 

[MikeC]

To all that answered, thanks. UP, I bought a "package" which included the camband straps. This BP is said to not need a STA.

She may have a weight belt somewhere...

Hmm, I have to give up MY boltsnaps??? OK, I might be convinced to do that.

Are the DiveRite pockets any good?

 

[The Kraken]

I have one of the mesh pockets, I like it . . .
The only problem is that it has a tendency to slide off the belt.
PM me your address and I'll send you a belt slide that will prevent this.

Dennis

 

[MXGratefulDiver]

To all that answered, thanks. UP, I bought a "package" which included the camband straps. This BP is said to not need a STA.

Out of curiousity, which package did you purchase?

Are the DiveRite pockets any good?

Yes, but whether they'll work for you will really depend on the type of harness you got.

... Bob (Grateful Diver)