agmason
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Apologies for what is a somewhat redundant post. I've done a lot of reading on the forum, but would like some more experienced BP/W user input.
Background and diving:
I'm a vacation/recreation diver, who primarily dives AL80s in the Caribbean for vacation once or twice a year, with an occasional lake dive in Texas for certification, refresh/gear test, etc... I'm 6'2" 200lb, I normally dive with my 3mm wet suit in Caribbean or Texas.
BCD Info:
I'm replacing a 2010 scubapro seahawk with cracked dump valves. The seahawk does not seem repairable as the valves are integral to the bladder, which lead me to the the modifiable, swappable, and repairable BP/W setup. Based on my reading it seems like the consensus value options are DGX, Hog, or Deep6 (now that DSS is gone).
I'm leaning toward the DGX https://www.divegearexpress.com/dgx-custom-dgx-singles-harness-backplate-wing-package with a SS backplate. Pros to me of this setup: SS backplate helps with weight and balance; compact streamlined wing offering good lift;
What am I missing for options or considerations? Is there a better value option I should be considering at higher price point?
Was planning to add some DGX trim pouches for additional weight, but was also considering an integrated weight system like the Mares XR weight pouches. Any thoughts opinions on weight integration?
Thanks in advance for the input/opinions!
Background and diving:
I'm a vacation/recreation diver, who primarily dives AL80s in the Caribbean for vacation once or twice a year, with an occasional lake dive in Texas for certification, refresh/gear test, etc... I'm 6'2" 200lb, I normally dive with my 3mm wet suit in Caribbean or Texas.
BCD Info:
I'm replacing a 2010 scubapro seahawk with cracked dump valves. The seahawk does not seem repairable as the valves are integral to the bladder, which lead me to the the modifiable, swappable, and repairable BP/W setup. Based on my reading it seems like the consensus value options are DGX, Hog, or Deep6 (now that DSS is gone).
I'm leaning toward the DGX https://www.divegearexpress.com/dgx-custom-dgx-singles-harness-backplate-wing-package with a SS backplate. Pros to me of this setup: SS backplate helps with weight and balance; compact streamlined wing offering good lift;
What am I missing for options or considerations? Is there a better value option I should be considering at higher price point?
Was planning to add some DGX trim pouches for additional weight, but was also considering an integrated weight system like the Mares XR weight pouches. Any thoughts opinions on weight integration?
Thanks in advance for the input/opinions!