sleepyhead
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I was wondering which brands r more popular wtih you guys before i buy. I like bc with weights attach on. It's less flimsy.
Any comments??
Any comments??
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sleepyhead:
By "I like bc with weights attach on", I assume you mean "weight integrated"?
I personally have a SeaQueat Pro QD+ which I love. I hardly even notice it when diving. The SureLock system is wonderful for keeping the weight pockets in place.
My advice is to find several different brands and a couple of models in each brand, then dive with them. Even if you have to rent, it will be worth the cost to get the right BC for you. Consider that you may be able to have one BC for 10 or more years; amortize the price over that time and it really is worth it.
aquaoren
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I'll second Jerry.
I have a Sea Quest Pro QD and love it too but you should try for yourself and see whether you like it.
I have a Sea Quest Pro QD and love it too but you should try for yourself and see whether you like it.
ShakaZulu
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Seaquest Black Diamond.............love it.
cornfed
Mindless lemming
I like my back plate and wing. I guess you could call it "weight integrated".
My answer will surprise some folks that are familar with me but here goes: Seaquest, Dacor and Zeagle all make quality BC's. Seaquest has always been top-shelf. Dacor BC's are used to be as tough as they come. (Maybe they still are?) Zeagle makes all of their BC's right here in-house, in the USA. They will stand behind them forever and they offer all kinds of options on nearly every model. (zeagle.com)
Whenever I used to look for a BC I always looked for:
1. Pockets or a way to attach them
2. Clips or D rings for attaching things, (lights, tanks, reels)
3. A "bubbler" (This is the one-way check valve in the top of the hose/pull dump. This keeps all the water out of the bladder if you have/use a pull dump. Many manufacturers today have forgone the bubbler to save money. If you dive salt regularly this is a great bladder-saver!)
4. Adaptablility to doubles
5. TWO tank bands for single tanks
6. Lift capacity
7. Comfort
8. Lifetime warranty
JMO,
Norm
Whenever I used to look for a BC I always looked for:
1. Pockets or a way to attach them
2. Clips or D rings for attaching things, (lights, tanks, reels)
3. A "bubbler" (This is the one-way check valve in the top of the hose/pull dump. This keeps all the water out of the bladder if you have/use a pull dump. Many manufacturers today have forgone the bubbler to save money. If you dive salt regularly this is a great bladder-saver!)
4. Adaptablility to doubles
5. TWO tank bands for single tanks
6. Lift capacity
7. Comfort
8. Lifetime warranty
JMO,
Norm
CAPT HOOK
Contributor
The Mares I have now is the most comfortable I've ever used.
