The dive shop insists I need 40lbs, whereas others have said 40lbs could be dangerous... what gives
Quoted from their email to me:
I agree that 30lbs should be adequate however shops prefer to minimize inventory. When I was diving double HP100s (no stages), I never had an issue with my old Evolve 40. Until my lower back allows otherwise I'm diving single 100 or 130s with a 30lb wing. Unlike some other divers I don't need my wing super inflated at the surface to keep me in a comfortable heads up position. The only time having a 40lb wing will be annoying for you is when you're in warm water. If you plan on doing most of your diving in Canada the stainless steel backplate makes more sense. I'm not sure the weighted STA is absolutely necessary (can you remove the weight when you don't need it?) however. In my opinion a channel weight is better (IE an XS scuba channel weight that accepts lead shot). You can add almost six pounds for local diving, and you can take your light STA down south...
Sean
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