BC for ex-football lineman

[Deac in the Wake]

As usual, this place proves to be a good source of suggestions/info. Thanks guys. This is the time of year I start bouncing off the walls and want to crush someone. Nothing cures it like getting face-to-mask with a shark in 60 feet or looking into the deck gun of a U boat off the N.C. coast.

 

[Standingbear56]

As usual, this place proves to be a good source of suggestions/info. Thanks guys. This is the time of year I start bouncing off the walls and want to crush someone. Nothing cures it like getting face-to-mask with a shark in 60 feet or looking into the deck gun of a U boat off the N.C. coast.

Hmmm, somehow I think the shark will be on the loosing team! Both the Dive Rite TransPac, TransPlate, OMS comfort Harness along with Tobin's back plates will work great for someone your size. It's just a matter of which style you want to use. R U going for rugged simplicity, in which case one of Tobin's Tall/wide backplates with a simple 2" webbing harness will do. If you want more comfort, the TransPac, or Zeagle will work for you. If you want comfort AND a SS backplate, then go for one of Tobin's Tall Back Plates along with either a Trans Plate or Comfort Harness. Your best bet is to try as many of these as you can in at least a pool setting if not in Open Water. As far as fitting you with a back plate, call Tobin and he will be able to give you the best advice.
Hope this helps.
Safe Diving,
George

 

[DiveJunkieKS]

6' 3" 300lbs I use a Halcyon BP it will fit no problem. Great BC by the way!

 

[DevonDiver]

Another vote for the Wing & Backplate option!

There are lots of options available - Dive Rite, Halcyon and OMS being the market leaders.

If you opted for a basic webbing harness, it would simply be a case of buying the correct length of material and it would fit like a glove, regardless of your size or bodyshape.