Cressi-Sub J115 with Flight Control

[vancehobart]

I have limited use of my right arm due to a auto accident (elbo removed), so I'm leaning towards a Cressi-Sub J115 because of their Flight Control system.
It seems that I would have an easier time controlling my bouyancy due to the location of the controller.
I would like to read all of your opinions.
Thanks,
Vance "n" Vacaville :54:

p.s. I'm using a USIA dry suit since I'm diving in N. Cal waters.

 

[scubatoys]

At first I didn't like any of the BC's that had a non-conventional inflator... Like the Mares... But I've warmed up to them now. And of the 3 different ones - Scubapro Classic Air jacket, Mares Air Trim Jackets, and the Cressi Flight control... I've got to say I like the Cressi the best. Since it's on a cable system, you don't have to have air to dump. It seems positioned it a great spot - very natural to get to. The J107 is the cheaper version, and kinda cheap... but the 115 is a nice BC - loaded with padding, stainless D rings etc. I'd give it a thumbs up if you want the jacket style BC - and it's a pretty good value at about a 375 price.

I've only got about a dozen dives in one so far... but I like it.

 

[F18driver]

Opinion about Cressi-sub Bc with Flight control J115 anyone?

 

[H2Andy]

hi.. i moved your question here.

you could also try a search to see what comes up. a quick search gave me this result:

http://scubaboard.com/t48372.html

 

[crpntr133]

Opinion about Cressi-sub Bc with Flight control J115 anyone?

A friend of mine just bought the new S119, similar to J-115. (can't check details since Cressi's web site is down). Several of us tried it out and most didn't like it. It is really nice on adjustments but not on function, IMHO.
One thing we didn't like was the fact that your oral inflator hose is in a pocket and somewhat small. The BC also filled reaaaallllll slow with the controls, guess that could be good. You have to somewhat force the controls to make them work. If you are a new diver you might like it more since it is really strange to have the "controls" way down there. The big one for me is what you have to do if you have a stuck control and need to remove the inflator hose. I would think that you would be on the surface by the time you remove it.
If you like Cressi look at the new S114. http://www.cressi-sub.net/jackets.htm#S114

 

[pearcey]

300+ dives on a mares hub and certainly like the airtrim/flight control systems, i have a deformed right hand that limits me only slightly, the advantage i have from it is i can dump air with both hands using the deflator, with only slightly lifting a shoulder, this is very advantagous with looking after students, the one downside is also with students, but an extra brief before the dive helps them understand my equipment as well, and i think the idea will become more popular though it is taking time to gather momentum. i have met one diver with the model you are thinking about purchasing and he is very happy. the flight control offers a variable rate when dumping air as it is on a slide, whereas the mares is open or shut and dumps quite quickly. remember comfort and servicability are important as well. good luck and happy bubbles.

 

[MercutioATC]

I have a Cressi-Sub J-115 and I love it. The only drawbacks I see is that the Flight Control stub sticks out 3-4" and could be an entanglement hazard under certain circumstances and that the BC is on the heavy side.

As far as functionality, I've been very happy.