How is the DUI back inflated BC?

[Torontonian]

This place is having close out sale of the DUI Intrepid Explorer BC at $160. This sounds like a good price for a starter BC. But I can't find much on-line about this BC. Has anyone had experience with this? I'm also curious about how to add weight pockets without going to their expensive $83 weight system.

Thanks.

 

[jarhed]

I had a DUI delta and thought it was an excellent BC. It came with integrated weights. I did trade in the Delta for a BP/W but the Delt was the next best thing. I assume that the Intrepid is similar. My wife uses the weight & trim system and loves it. For the bargin price of 160 + 83 you get an excellent system IMHO.

John

 

[Torontonian]

Hi Jarhed.

Thanks for your response. In another thread someone provided link to Divernet review for the DUI Delta BC. I was a little concerned. But it's good to hear some other opinion. The DUI Intrepid looks like a smaller BC than the Delta. But so far haven'st found any review on it.

Thanks.

 

[Dive Right In Scuba]

Looks like a decent basic starter BC.....very standard though...I have some closeouts on my shelves too and Im willing to help you out on a new BC if you want to roughly tell me what your price range is I will PM you some options.......

 

[jarhed]

I read the review that you linked to, I don't agree with much of it. When the delta (and probably the intrepid) is properly adjusted, it was as secure as a BP/W setup. Never had trouble with the dump valves. Love the inner bladder w/ shell design, Very durable. I dive with a large DSLR camera system and the BC was an asset with the freedom of movement inherent in the harness and well placed bent D rings.

Just a few thoughts, but I put ~ 180 dives on the Delta and it is still in excellent condition. I think that you will be very happy with your purchase if you decide to go with the delta

Take care,
john

 

[Torontonian]

Thanks Jarhed.

The DUI Delta is not on sale, or at least the "sale" price of $500 is still high. I won't be buying that. So I'm still looking for comment/reviews on the cheaper $160 Intrepid.


Dive Right In Scuba, I haven't really set a price range, but the $500 for the DUI Delta is too high for me. There're also Golem BP/W combos selling for $340 that look attractive. I'm considering that. (And have come across several used BC, including a Probe that was only used a few times, at $100-120, but I didn't know enough and didn't "jump" at the time).

 

[Whisky_Tango]

Howdy Torontonian,

I just located this thread as I was searching for more info in the Intrepid Explorer as well. The deal you had located, was that $160 Canadian or USD? If Canadian, can you tell me what shop that was at? I may be interested in that BC, along with the integrated weight package also. Thanks.

Cheers,

 

[Mr. Sunday]

I have the DUI Delta. It is very well made and very adjustable. It can be used in many different conditions. I have been very happy with mine for the most part. The one thing I dislike is the size of the wing. At 58LBS of lift on mine it is not ideal for single tank diving nor ideal for twins. I am fairly sure they make a lighter weight wing +/- 35lbs that would work well. That said I would go for a BP and Wing combo. I am a convert to the simple Hog setup.