High end BCD

[halocline]

Well. if you're a diver with less than 15 dives and you bought an atomic titanium reg, it certainly looks like you enjoy spending money and are not immune to the gear hype that surrounds this hobby. In this case, though, you're going to be alot happier if you wait and try out different types of BCs and get some basic buoyancy control/trim issues taken care of. Then you'll be able to appreciate the differences between BCs. The thing about "high end" BCs is that they often have a lot of stuff on them, like padding or big pockets, that can be actually detrimental to diving. Ideally you want your BC to have as little inherent buoyancy as possible, and padding is completely unnecessary once you're in the water. It's no coincidence that Scott Zeagle, who can use any Zeagle BC he wants, said he uses the scout, their lowest price BC, for his warm water diving.

The BP/W follows the "less is more" idea, and I would definitely read more about them and try to dive with one. Just remember that until you get some diving experience it's likely that you won't really appreciate much of the difference.

 

[kjgoh]

well said Matt!

 

[AJ Tudor]

Look at Seaqueast BCs, they really are excellent and have everything you need. In reality, expensive BCDs do pretty much the same as cheap ones. If you're travelling a lot then take weight into consideration. Also, you should look at what comes on the BC, as long as it has steel D rings, large zippered pockets and your usual dump valves it's all you need. Integrated weight systems are also something to take into consideration.

 

[hunter991]

Yeah. I strongly suggest a backplate and wing system but wouldn't mind giving some other advise. I run my shop and wouldnt' mind helping you out with gear however you have to be careful sometimes. Some items that shops sell are expensive and don't add any value because of the high cost. I generally believe you get what you pay for to a point, however past a certain point you are just buying hype.

Also I love titanium in certain items. I have a watch made of it that I love, I have some other non dive items made of it that I love too, however I am not a big fan of titanium reg sets. Your reg is definately top of the line and I am sure it will breathe great and you will have little problems with it and I mean to say nothing bad about it. It is an expensive reg however that depending on your growth as a diver may have to be retired at some point and replaced with a different one because of it being titanium. But it may last you a lifetime as a diver and be the best reg made.

Anyway don't want to sound negative, just realize that price doesn't always get whats best for you. The best way to do that is get to know some divers, and get their opinons of what good gear is and do your research to make sure they are right. You have done well to come here on the board and ask for advise. Lots of great divers here. Good luck in your search.

Brent

 

[Missdirected]

He figured we all work for Zeagle or Oxycheq.

:lol:

 

[alo100]

high end BC request + scubaboard => bp/w

 

[djanni]

Well. if you're a diver with less than 15 dives and you bought an atomic titanium reg, it certainly looks like you enjoy spending money and are not immune to the gear hype that surrounds this hobby.

Sound's like your jealous.

In this case, though, you're going to be alot happier if you wait and try out different types of BCs and get some basic buoyancy control/trim issues taken care of. Then you'll be able to appreciate the differences between BCs.

An undoubted and self-evident truth; one too obvious for mention.

The thing about "high end" BCs is that they often have a lot of stuff on them, like padding or big pockets, that can be actually detrimental to diving. Ideally you want your BC to have as little inherent buoyancy as possible, and padding is completely unnecessary once you're in the water.

Well, there you have it and clear as can be, BP/W's are low end. The part about being necessary underwater or not necessary... that's an opinion few share.

It's no coincidence that Scott Zeagle, who can use any Zeagle BC he wants, said he uses the scout, their lowest price BC, for his warm water diving.

He uses the Scout and not one of Zeagle's backplate rigs??? Agh...go figure.

The BP/W follows the "less is more" idea, and I would definitely read more about them and try to dive with one. Just remember that until you get some diving experience it's likely that you won't really appreciate much of the difference.

Scott Zeagle must appreciate the difference; i.e., he wears a Scott for his warm water diving.

 

[LavaSurfer]

high end BC request + scubaboard => bp/w

Does that tell you anything.

 

[Twomixdiver]

I’m hoping to get some input on a good quality new bcd. I’m a very firm believer that you get what you pay for. I’m lucky enough to say money isn’t a problem.

I’m very new to diving and cant see myself needing allot of the things a tek wood need. But having a few extras would always be nice. I just received my atomic T2 today so ill be needing a bcd for starters.

So I plz ask that you give me some opinions on some very high end bcd`s to get me in the right direction.

Thx to all who reply to this!!

I think the emphasis should be achieving the proper skills and experience rather than buying gear.

Skills and experience usually are the best guide in finding the right gear for oneself. The adage "you get what you pay for" does not necessarilly apply when it comes to scuba equipment; but rather, " shut up and dive" would be a more appropriate motto.

My advice? Don't go overboard on your first purchase. Buy mid-priced equipment, get yourself into a dive group and club and do at least a 100 dives before thinking about buying the high end stuff.

 

[cowboyneal]

I think the emphasis should be achieving the proper skills and experience rather than buying gear.

Skills and experience usually are the best guide in finding the right gear for oneself. The adage "you get what you pay for" does not necessarilly apply when it comes to scuba equipment; but rather, " shut up and dive" would be a more appropriate motto.

My advice? Don't go overboard on your first purchase. Buy mid-priced equipment, get yourself into a dive group and club and do at least a 100 dives before thinking about buying the high end stuff.

We're definitely related...LOL...I couldn't (and wouldn't) have said it better myself...on BP/W, to me it makes sense, until you have to lug the BP part all over creation. My dive bag is simple and light: a dive bag, Zeagle Ranger, Reg. set up, boots, gloves, wetsuit and fins...that leaves plenty of room for all my wacko protein powders, vitamins, green drinks and protein bars that all together don't weigh as much as a 1/2 a B, much less a BP...

CN