Jeroen Overeem
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I'm trying to decide whether to purchase the Abyss (Mares) or the Iceberg (Beuchat). Do you have experience with either of them? Can you help me decide?
Mares Abyss vs Beuchat Iceberg
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The Abyss were very highly rated in Rodale's last batch of gear tests. The only con was a bit of bubble interference.
We just bought a couple of these regs. They have a great flow rate & breathe VERY easy. However, as the testers noted, there is a little bubble interference because of the short exhaust T. I will also be chaging out the mouthpiece, as the mfg's seems to be a bit "short" for my bite.
To date we only have a couple of dives on them (lowest temp about 54F). However, we are leaving Sat for a week in Bonaire, and I will be able to give you a better idea of how they performed under various conditions when I get back.
Meanwhile, you might want to check out Rodales for the gear review.
DSDO,
~SubMariner~
We just bought a couple of these regs. They have a great flow rate & breathe VERY easy. However, as the testers noted, there is a little bubble interference because of the short exhaust T. I will also be chaging out the mouthpiece, as the mfg's seems to be a bit "short" for my bite.
To date we only have a couple of dives on them (lowest temp about 54F). However, we are leaving Sat for a week in Bonaire, and I will be able to give you a better idea of how they performed under various conditions when I get back.
Meanwhile, you might want to check out Rodales for the gear review.
DSDO,
~SubMariner~
My wife and I each have a DIN Abyss. More than a few dives on each and never had any problems. Very easy to breathe. Personally I love it.
rcontrera
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The Iceberg is probably the finest regulator that Beuchat has ever put out. However, getting repair parts in the not to distant future may be a BIG problem. Even today, many dealers can't get parts.
Even though I am not a big fan of the Mares, it may be your wiser choice.
Just my $.02
RayC
Even though I am not a big fan of the Mares, it may be your wiser choice.
Just my $.02
RayC
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