Dive Rite Transpac II

[carldarl]

ITS HERE!!!!!!!

UPS finally got here at about 7:30pm. I haven't had time to try it on yet but I did pop the box open. New harness, wing and crotch strap. Not sure about the crotch strap but we'll see.

Any way... YIPEEEEEEEE... ITS HERE!!!!!!!

 

[bradshsi]

Trust me, you'll grow to love the crotch strap. I wasn't sure at first so I made one to try it out with my Transpac. It really helps stabilize the harness especially at the surface.

What wing did you get ?

 

[carldarl]

Trust me, you'll grow to love the crotch strap. I wasn't sure at first so I made one to try it out with my Transpac. It really helps stabilize the harness especially at the surface.

What wing did you get ?

I got the Venture Wing as I dive a single HP120 with no plans to go doubles. If I do change my mind I'll look at a bigger wing but that would be way down the road.

I'll give the crotch strap a try. Who knows, I may decide I like it. Now to get all these adjustments worked out. Lots of 'D' rings to move and play with. Also need to work out adjusting my new DUI weight harness as well. Pool time coming up sincce we're supposed to get more snow tonight.

 

[bcd1]

Very familiar....

One thing that hasn't been mentioned is that the harness from the Transpac can be removed an used with a BP. DiveRite calls this the Transplate. So, with a Transpack and a backplate you can use the same harness and attachments for just about every situation. There are several advantages to that.

Oh yes, no load bearing or critical part of the harness is secured by velcro. To say so shows a lack of knowledge. Velcro is used to secure some strap ends and in the inflator hose/air dump keeper.

Good luck on getting one that is best for your diving.

sorry just to clarify ~ the transpac can be used with a stainless or aluminum BP? If that is so, how easy or difficult is that to do?

also, whats the difference between the Tranpac and Transpac II?

I'm also interested in getting one...

Thanks!

 

[carldarl]

sorry just to clarify ~ the transpac can be used with a stainless or aluminum BP? If that is so, how easy or difficult is that to do?

also, whats the difference between the Tranpac and Transpac II?

I'm also interested in getting one...

Thanks!

The Transpac does not use a back plate. It is really more a back inflate BC. Kind of half way between a BP and a vest style. I tried both and found the Transpac more comfortable on my back. After six back surgeries and spinal fusions that is most important for me. It has a good lumbar support.

It works well with singles and I understand will carry doubles but not as well as a BP. Either way it does use the same wings as a BP. Compared to a vest style it is lighter weight, more streamlined, more comfortable, no squeeze when inflated, much more adjustable for fit and many more options for configuration.

Here is a good link to an explanation: http://www.diveriteexpress.com/bcs/transpac.shtml

Hope this helps...

Forgot... As Arcticdiver said, you can use the harness from the Transpac with a Back Plate. It keeps you from having to buy another harness as well as any pockets, accessories from the Transpac. As to the Transpac/Transpac II, the original was the Transpac, new version was labeled Transpac II and now they are back to just calling it the Transpac again.

 

[bcd1]

alright... got it...

thanks carl...

let us know how it goes after the real dive test...

 

[Fish_Whisperer]

I've just recently got a Dive-Rite TransPac II, with the Rec Wing. Without the crotch strap, I found that it was sloppy and the tank wanted to move all over the place. With the shoulder-straps adjusted properly and the cumberbund tightened a lot more than it was, plus the addition of the crotch strap, I've found that it's very stable, very easy to use, and I have a lot more freedom of motion than with my Cressi jacket-style BC. (Which I also love, by the way.) I also got the weight pockets, which are very generously sized and hold a lot more than than the pocket of my integrated-weight Cressi-Sub BC.

One thing I really like about the Dive-Rite is the steel cam-strap system. Wet or dry, once those things are buckled and clamped down, that tank isn't going anywhere! With the single nylon strap of my Cressi, the tank always seems to want to slide out, even when I've wet the strap before securing the tank. It's frustrating to have to descend to the sand, kneel down, take it off, and crank down on the strap again in order to continue the dive. (Fortunately, it wasn't a wall-dive in Cozumel!)

Someone mentioned the first-stage hitting them in the back of the head with the Dive-Rite. Just tighten up the strap that goes over the tank valve, so that the BC rides a little higher on the tank. Problem solved.

I have yet to make a real dive with the Dive-Rite, but so far, the way it behaves in the pool, I'm very pleased with it and looking forward to diving it in the ocean.

P.S. Dive-Rite Express ROCKS!! Their speed and customer service are the best I've ever seen, bar none.

 

[mnj1233]

It's fine. Don't get to caught up in the whole "failure point" thing. eace2:

Great prices!!!!

 

[HNITSUJ]

Does the tank have a tendency to sway around? For my single rig I currently have an al BP/trek wing/comfort harness/sta. For some reason I am drawn to the transpac as a singles rig. It seem the bp/w and sta pulls my tank too far off my back. My only concern with the transpac is that it won't be very stable with respect to the tank.

 

[Fish_Whisperer]

It's fine, as long as the cummerbund and crotch-strap are adjusted so that they are snug.