Anyone use the Freedom Plate?

[Ob1Stogie]

I am looking at getting a new BC and all you BP/W zealots have me sold on that set up vs a traditional BC. I really like the look and functionality of the Freedom Plate since I only dive singles (and a large Faber 105 at that).

http://www.pacificcoastmarine.net/freedom plate.htm

I am also considering a TransPac/Venture set up too, since I can buy a virtually unused one for $299 locally.

Thanks in advance.

 

[jagfish]

Freedom plate...it sounds like a feminine product...

There were some posts here somewhere when the plate was being developed and trialed. I don't recall it being named back then, so might be challenging to find on a search. Maybe someone else will chime in.

 

[Vie]

http://www.scubaboard.com/showthread.php?t=130902

http://www.scubaboard.com/showthread.php?t=135725

 

[jagfish]

There you have it...thanks Vie!

 

[Ob1Stogie]

Thanks for the links to previous discussions. Is there anyone out there who actually has one?

 

[Humuhumunukunukuapua'a]

Is Eric even selling them yet? They're very new...

 

[movementality]

Let me just chime in here, since I've been looking at Eric's plate as well and am also curious to hear any feedback from independent users of this rig. It's a new plate and as such hasn't yet stood the test of time, but I'm a big fan of supporting innovation despite potential "new-product" bugs or kinks as long as those bugs or kinks don't negatively impact safety considerations. I know Eric has done some demos. Anyone that has been to these get-togethers have any feedback?

 

[renpirate]

I have one and absolutely love it!!!! I think it is more comfortable than the other more traditional plates.

 

[Hop Devil]

Concern about the lengh of bends. If you're 6' -5" or 5'-6" are the bends still supposed to line up with the curvature of the spine? Maybe its only for people that are exactly 5'-9" or they sell different sizes?

 

[Humuhumunukunukuapua'a]

Eric has said elsewhere that the bend fits most sizes of people well and that custom bends can be made for those who want something different.