First set of regs recommendation

[lunacy]

Hi all
Have just bought a Tusa Liberator BCD, and am now looking for a set of regs.
Ive been looking aroung the LDS here in New Zealand, and their prices seem far higher than say online at Leisurepro.
Im looking for a reasonably priced set of regs for recreational diving, hunting crayfish and scallops in water from tropical down to around 10-12 degrees celcius.
I need to stick to the more common brands such as Tusa, Mares, Scubapro, Oceanic for service reasons.
I was looking at the Tusa RS-520 1st and 2nd stage, with a Tusa Platina 2 octi, and Oceanic VEO 100 computer/gauge combo.
Does anyone have any comments on this setup, or recommendations of other gear that is similarly priced?
Any help/comments/opinions appreciated.

 

[a22shady]

From scubapro I like the MK17/G250V it's an awesome Reg. breaths great very reliable can be used in warm or cold waters without issue

 

[KaizerWilhelm]

+1 for the SP Mk17/G250V. I also have a Mk25/S600 that I love. It has never frozen or free flowed on me here in Seattle. Our water is very much like yours

 

[Odhar]

A good place to get Regs, believe it or not, is Ebay.

 

[lunacy]

Thanks for the scubapro recommendations guys, but unfortunately those regs are well out of my price range Hadnt even considered looking on ebay

 

[CAPTAIN SINBAD]

Atomics! I have their lowest end Z2. I think it can go against even the most expensive regs out there.

 

[local76sparky]

I second the Atomics recommendation. I have their B2 and my wife has their Z2. Would be happy to dive either. The Z2X gives you the swivel option as well. Nice regs!!

 

[nelsondejesus]

If there are LDS there who can service an apeks, I suggest that you likewise seriously consider them. If price is a major consideration, you can opt for an apeks xtx or atx 50 which performs relatively at par with that of an xtx 200.

 

[a22shady]

Well if your looking for less expensive Reg's Look into the HOG brand or regulators. They perform as well as all the others above but 1/2 the price.

HOG Gear D1 Singles Package - Dive Right In Scuba - Plainfield, IL
price for 1st stage and 2 Seconds

HOG Gear D1 Regulator Set - Dive Right In Scuba - Plainfield, IL
1st/2nd stage

Piranha Dive Manufacturing

 

[fiveupstove]

I'm also looking for a good set of entry level 1st+2nd stage regs that will work in cold water 1-2 times per month, also with a hose for dry suit. Any recommendations?