Just bought an Atomic Z3

[BikerManiac]

So I brought my Mares Abyss to leisurepro for servicing. They told me it would take 3 weeks to service. My trip is in two weeks and I was debating all my options.

Anyways, I received an email a few weeks ago from leisurero about trade-ins. So I asked what they would offer me for my Mares Abyss. Their offer was around $250. I thought that was a good deal and took that to buy the Atomic Z3.

What you think? I had about 200 dives on the Abyss.

 

[Ouvea]

I actually like my Atomic Z2 better than the previous Mares regulators that I have used (MR-12 Navy, V16 Orbiter, MR-42 Proton). Perhaps, it's just me but I thought my Cousteau/Micra regulator breathed easier. I think you'll be very happy with your Z3. The second stage is compact and very light. The fixed cap provides plenty of routing options.

Would you mind posting a picture of your Z3?

Thanks,
O.

 

[buddhasummer]

I actually like my Atomic Z2 better than the previous Mares regulators that I have used (MR-12 Navy, V16 Orbiter, MR-42 Proton). Perhaps, it's just me but I thought my Cousteau/Micra regulator breathed easier. I think you'll be very happy with your Z3. The second stage is compact and very light. The fixed cap provides plenty of routing options.

Would you mind posting a picture of your Z3?

Thanks,
O.

Agree on that one, I'm sure my Cousteau/Micra ADJ breathed better than my Apeks, wished I hadn't sold it, the bubbles initially bothered me but I swapped out to the larger T and that made a big improvement.

to the OP, Atomic make nice regs congrats. I own a Z2 it breathes nice and now the out if the box whistling has been fixed I like it a lot. Customer service is great too.

 

[diversteve]

Would you mind posting a picture of your Z3?

Not mine but:

2013 ScubaLab Regulators: Best Buy - Atomic Aquatics Z3 | Scuba Diving
Atomic Aquatics Z3 Regulator

DEMA Show 2012: Atomic Aquatics Unveils New Z3 Regulator For Budget Divers | DeeperBlue.com
2nd stage actual shot.

 

[BikerManiac]

Picture attached.

Never tried an Atomic regulator. Well except for the Atomic SS1 which I have.

I tried the SS1 and was not too impressed by it. But that's an Octo+Inflator, so not sure how much better their 1st+2nd stage are.

Since the Abyss was like 4-5lbs. I will need to start using weights again for diving.

The mares abyss mr22 was an awesome breather.

 

[BikerManiac]

Went diving with the Z3. Have some mixed feelings about it.

Good breather underwater. Above the water (pre-post) dive, the diaphragm starts flapping and making noises making it hard to breath. When the 2nd stage is wet, it's fine. I believe I was supposed to use the knob to control this.

The Abyss was perfect all around.