00wabbit
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You do realize Jim sells hog right?
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I'm going to take the plunge and buy my first set of gear and I need so help selecting my first BCD. After weighing the pros, cons, and prices I want to go with a Back Inflated BCD, please do not suggest a BP/W I've already ruled them out. I only plan on diving once or twice a month. Usually in lakes or scubaparks but occasionally the ocean. I'm 5'9", 160lbs, 32in Waist. I like to dive using an LP95 tank, don't dive enough to justify buying one though, so I rent whatever's available. Weight Integration is a must.
I'm purchasing through Leisure Pro. I've narrowed what they have down to these.
Mares Hybrid Pure ($240)
Sherwood AXIS CQR3 ($300)
Oceanic Excursion 1 ($350)
Cressi Back Jac Elite ($375)
Mares Hybrid Pro Tec ($410)
I would like to keep the price under $500 but if I'm paying anything north of $400 it better be worth it.
P.S. I had this in another thread referencing a full setup and it became to mixed up and confusing so I just broke it down to individual discussions.
Thanks for the advice and Dive Safe.
I thought ya'll said padding was a waste because it doesn't do anything in the water except add buoyancy?That is a high quality piece of kit that will last you a lifetime regardless of what harness you decide to put on it. If you're diving in light or no exposure protection with a one piece harness I highly recommend getting a pair of these
Basic Harness Shoulder Pads - Dive Right in Scuba
they certainly help....
I thought ya'll said padding was a waste because it doesn't do anything in the water except add buoyancy?
Because that his one man's opinion, and it is not one shared by most BP/W users.
I thought ya'll said padding was a waste because it doesn't do anything in the water except add buoyancy?
I think I'll just get the DRiS 28lb setup but upgrade the harness to the Hollis Solo.