joelfoss
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My daughter's BC is a little too big. Are there shops that do alterations on BCs, or should I take it to a clothing alterations shop?
Alterations to BC
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Depending on the type of BC, making an alteration could actually damage it.
On many jacket style BC's the bladder wraps around and it may be hard to tell exactly where it is.
On others, shortening the straps beyond where the factory has them could compromise the integrity of them. It's not like a coat. The BC has to support a load. Possibly as much as 40 lbs depending on cylinder, weights, etc.
I doubt any reputable shop would assume the liability of altering it in any way not approved by the mfg. And their lawyers might have something to say about that.
This is the one of the primary reasons I always recommended a Back Plate and Wing for kids. Easy to adjust the harness as they grow and fit it to them.
On many jacket style BC's the bladder wraps around and it may be hard to tell exactly where it is.
On others, shortening the straps beyond where the factory has them could compromise the integrity of them. It's not like a coat. The BC has to support a load. Possibly as much as 40 lbs depending on cylinder, weights, etc.
I doubt any reputable shop would assume the liability of altering it in any way not approved by the mfg. And their lawyers might have something to say about that.
This is the one of the primary reasons I always recommended a Back Plate and Wing for kids. Easy to adjust the harness as they grow and fit it to them.
TrimixToo
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My first instinct is "find one that fits." But on further thought, how old, and how many dives?
Eric Sedletzky
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It’s not worth the hassle.
Just buy her a proper BC that fits.
Better yet, like @Jim Lapenta said, get her a Back Plate & Wing.
Just buy her a proper BC that fits.
Better yet, like @Jim Lapenta said, get her a Back Plate & Wing.
TrimixToo
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