Amazon Diver

[QLittlestar]

Hey Y'all

I am interested in the world of diving. I have put if off for the last 21 years because I was planning to lose weight. Which is funny, I have never been slowed down before. I have always considered myself an amateur marine biologist and I grew up bodysurfing, boogie boarding and snorkeling (FL)so I am very comfortable in the ocean. I just have not gotten up the chutzpah to get certified. I am not only tall but I am quite full figured, but still in great shape. I now live in NYC so I walk alot and I hit the trails every spring to restore sanity lost in Manhattan. But the ocean remains my passion.

I have found a place that will make me a pink/black wetsuit what I need now is a BC. Can anyone tell me where I can get a large sized one? I am rather large breasted which can be a problem. Is there anything differently I should know or do being large size? What convinced me to post is I met a girl the other day who is certified who is 80lbs soaking wet. I am a decent swimmer and I am really strong. I think I am just scared.

I welcome any information.

Thanks

Q

 

[scubakat]

Welcome Q!
This is the place to be to have your questions answered! I am new at this, so please keep in mind that my opinion is just an opinion, everyone has one.

I assure you that I weigh a whole lot more than 80# soaking wet. In fact with all my gear on I feel like a small truck, but that's just until I get IN the water. Then we are ALL weightless!

I dive a Zeagle Ranger, the body & shoulders can be sized seperately to give just the right fit. The shoulders & straps don't interfere with my chest either. The cumberbund can be adjusted for fit too. I make mine smaller for warm water & thin wetsuit and larger for the cold water where I usually dive.

I went to visit a new shop the other day & the manager gave me a demo of the backplate & wings configuration. The harness looks like it would not interfere at all with us full figured gals and that it would be a very functional system. If I ever need another BC I will look at that system.

Let us know how it goes with your certification!

-kate

 

[cottim]

Welcome Q!

As for you question. Can you go to the dive school and try some of the BCs during the course?
You may find trying before buying a good help.
Cheers