Aqua Lung Malibu vs Triple L Orion

[gussys]

I have run into a situation where as a new diver(havent finished my OW dives) i have 2 BCs.
The BC that fits me best and looks like its built the best is the Triple L Orion but i have a few isues. It seams to trap air in one side of the bladder or the other causing me to list from side to side. Is there a way to keep the bladder more even or is this something that i will just get used to .
The other BC is the aqua Lung Malibu RDS. After using the Orion the Malibu feals like its smaller on me and just not built as good. The bladder is easier to control as far as the air staying even so i dont swim like ive got 10lbs in one weight pocket and 2lbs in the other. Overall I like the Orion and would love to keep it but im still not sure about the bladder isue

Any one have any suggestions?

 

[ngray]

I own the orion, and while I don't have much trouble with listing, I do have a few similar challenges. The top dump is dog-slow at releasing air. If you unzip the wing pouch, you'll see the top of the liner is a somewhat thin conduit between the two bladders. I feel that this conduit pinches, and becomes limiting. This may be the source of your listing.

Personally, when I'm on the surface, and am 'dumping', I kick upside-down, head first, and dump both the rear dumps simultaniously.

To be honest, as I've gotten more comforatable with the BC and diving in general, it's become less of a problem.

Be sure to check the balance of your other equipment. I have an 8-C light that I have to be conscious of. Also, the Orion is very adjustable. Take off the pockets and familiarize yourself with how it can be adjusted.

hth