Doubles with Zeagle Tech BC

[BouncerSMC]

Let me start this by saying that I know the majority like the BP/W setup, however, I was wanting to get opinions from people who have or still do dive doubles with the Zeagle Tech BC.

 

[dennisgrimm]

I bought my zeagle tech when I first started diving (6 months ago) and I have dove nothing but doubles with it for the last 20 dives or so. Because of my newness to the sport, I have not yet dove a BP/W setup and cannot give you a comparison. All I can say is that I love diving with my zeagle and doubles. It is very solid on my back, I have tons of gas to breathe, and I have no complaints.

 

[BouncerSMC]

Dennis,

How do you mount your doubles on the BC? Do you use the Zeagle mounting setup? I used doubles the other day for the first time, but only bolted them on and they were a little unstable at first. I have seen then Zeagle mounting brackets and was wondering if they do make a difference.

Thanks
Dean

 

[dennisgrimm]

Bouncer,
I mount my doubles using OMS bands and bolts (I cut the bolts off by 1 inch because they were too long), stabalizing plates, and a crotch strap. I thought that $35cdn was too much to pay for the plates so I borrowed one from a friend and paid a local machine shop to make a pair for $5 (easy for them to get rid of scrap). If you go this route make sure they use a 300 series SS in 1/8 thickness. I find the setup to be very stable (the plates and crotch strap make a big difference). It takes a bit of time to get used to diving with doubles. When I first tried it I found them to be heavy (outside of the water) and I really noticed the increase in my momentum underwater. What I mean is that if I turn or roll in the water I will want to continue turning or rolling. This just takes some getting used to. I love the fact that I never have to worry about having enough gas and the added saftey and security of having a fully redundant supply (I dive with my manifold closed and with 2 SPG's).

 

[BouncerSMC]

Hey Man thanks for the info.. I will try that myself, I have a few friends that work in machine shops.. Appreciate the advice..