finding the perfect fit..

[jawbreaker]

I'm new to diving and to these forums.
I'm having a difficult time finding a BC and was wondering if anyone had recommendations as to what is best kind for someone sized as xsmall or small...

Thanks, much appreciated...

 

[chiara]

I'm assisting an OW course now, and one of the students, although she's 30, is very petite and very very thin.

She found her happiness with an XS Aqualung, though it beats me what model it is, I'll only be able to check on Wednesday.

 

[MARINABROKER]

I am proportioned the opposite I am larger but don't have big
hips or a little waist. I am brand new and feeling overwhelmed with the expensive choices of equipment. Want to try to get it right the first time. OK I'll listen now. G-

 

[Zept]

Have a look at this thread and this thread. Lots of opinions in both.

The sizing on BCs varies a lot. I can wear an XS or an S from one manufacturer, but from another even the XS is too large -- so it's good to shop around.

Zept

 

[Norm]

Hi jawbreaker. My daughter finally found a BC that FITS her this summer. She tried the new Zeagle Zena and she loved it! Although she is very slender, this BC was so adjustable that I believe it could be made to fit most anyone. A family friend saw it and bought herself one the same week!