Dive Rite RG3000 Ice - Need help with first Reg!

[Ca_Ghost]

Looking at getting a scuba package next week. This will be my first reg. The package is:

Dive Rite Transpac or Transplate (Wing, harness, Plate, Pockets, Strap)

Dive Rite RG3000 ICE

ScubaPro R295 Octo

Oceanic Veo 100NX Computer

Looking on here I couldn't find any info on the RG3000. Seems like a good setup for under $1500. The guys at the LDS were great and extremely informative.

 

[Ca_Ghost]

No one uses this reg? I was going on Tuesday to go buy this package but maybe I should rethink it.

 

[law717]

Hey

I have a Diverite Transpac II and I love it (It is great if you are a really big dude) I like the control the wing based BC offers underwater, it does take getting used to on the surface (trim weights FTW) I just bought the Dive Rite Jet stream setup for my wife and myself, along with an adjustable 2010 series Dive Rite adj. second stage octo. Once again I will give a Prop to Northeast Scuba Supply. They were the best guys to deal with and dirt cheap deals on everything. I don’t care what anyone says the Jet stream package is rock solid (ots of folks are afraid of the Poseidon built regulator. The thing breaths like a Cadillac. I got both regulators and the Din to Yoke converter for under 500 bucks. Man I would swear by Dive Rite.

 

[Ca_Ghost]

How do you think the 3000 compares to the Jet Stream? I was going to be picking up my setup tomorrow but I have a funeral to go to instead so it looks like Wednesday will be the day.

I wish I could try the gear out in the pool but the LDS doesn't allow it. Not even after you buy it

Oh well a buddy has a pool and said to come over once I had it.

For $1400 I think its a great deal

 

[Ber Rabbit]

I believe the 3000ICE is the new Dive Rite reg and there may not be many people on here who have it. I have the 2500ICE, well actually I have two, and love them.
Ber :lilbunny:

 

[law717]

I can only comment on the jet stream but I don’t think you can go wrong with any Dive Rite product. The Jet Stream can blow more air then my state congressman and that is a lot. I was wondering why you chose the Scuba pro octo? I would go with 2015 series, great regulator as a primary or secondary.

 

[Ca_Ghost]

The scubapro was thrown in by the LDS. Not sure why he chose it over the 2015. Might be because I wanted the package to be under $1500.

With the BC setup, Computer, OCto and Reg it was 1425 after tax.

I can only comment on the jet stream but I don’t think you can go wrong with any Dive Rite product. The Jet Stream can blow more air then my state congressman and that is a lot. I was wondering why you chose the Scuba pro octo? I would go with 2015 series, great regulator as a primary or secondary.

 

[goldenwingk]

Looking at getting a scuba package next week. This will be my first reg. The package is:

Dive Rite Transpac or Transplate (Wing, harness, Plate, Pockets, Strap)

Dive Rite RG3000 ICE

ScubaPro R295 Octo

Oceanic Veo 100NX Computer

Looking on here I couldn't find any info on the RG3000. Seems like a good setup for under $1500. The guys at the LDS were great and extremely informative.

Dive Rite's proven RG3000 regulator offers excellent performance and reliability, yet is very affordable.
The first stage is a balanced diaphragm. i don't recommend flooding your regulator, but the RG3000 tolerates flooding very well, making it a good choice as a deco/stage/reserve first stage. Suitable for use in water to 50°F, an optional cold-water environmental kit that allows the RG3000 to perform in cold-water conditions. The environmental kit also protects the regulator from build up of salt, sand, or other contaminants. It comes standard with a 300-BAR DIN connector; a version with a native yoke fitting is also available. Nitrox-ready.

The second stage is a pneumatically balanced downstream design that has proven to be very reliable. The ergonomic, venturi lever is easy to adjust even with thick gloves or cold-water mitts. The use of a balanced second stage offers excellent performance at depth -- the deeper the dive, the less effort to breathe. Equipped with a stiff purge, venturi assist switch and breathing-resistance adjustment knob that has a range of adjustments well above average. Nitrox-ready.