SeaQuest BCD

[jmps]

I'm considering to upgrade from my current BC (SeaQuest Pro) and am choosing between the Balance and the Black Diamond.

I'm based here in the tropics, so added weights are not an issue for me. I only use two 2-lbs lead weights which I usually place on each side inside the Pro's pockets. I'll do the same with my next BC.

I love my current BC, but am contemplating on an upgrade.

What are the pros and cons of the Balance and the Black Diamond?

Thanks.

I have the Balance and like the freedom it gives. It is pretty minimal and that is the way I like it. It now comes with a pull dump on both shoulders which helps if you have air trapped on one side or the other since it is not a doughnut wing. The Black Diamond seemed more than I needed but I never tried one. The Balance does have a lot of lift that you wouldn't need in the tropics. You might look at other less lift BI BCs if that concerns you at all. You might also look at the Aeris Reef Rider. I did like that but it didn't hold enough weidht for my 7mm cold water diving up here in Chicago and I wanted something for both cold and warm given my current budget.

 

[Diver0001]

I love my current BC, but am contemplating on an upgrade.

Why?

R..

 

[Code Monkey]

I absolutely love my Pro QD. Have had it for 6 years and 160 dives now and, assuming that I ever have to replace it, I will replace it with another.

 

[mack50md]

Hi everyone,

I wanted to get your thoughts on the SeaQuest line of BCDs, specifically the Pro QD and the Black Diamond. I had a look at these at my LDS and really liked them especially the Pro QD. Is there any issues with the brand or these in particular?

I have a Pro QD+. 50 dives on it and no problems. Good for heavy wetsuits and cold water. Plenty of weight capacity and plenty of lift. Not a great traveller. A bit heavy and bulky. Bought a Genesis Tropic a year later to travel with to warm water destinatons.

 

[razor218]

i have a pro qd + and find it a great bc.brought it off the dive shop owner who had it for 2 years and i used it as well in that time.still looks great and preformes great.the black dimond is a great bc and a few instructors who work for us have it.if you are looking at using doubles in the future the seaquest raider is the way to go.easy set up for singles or doubles and it looks coooooool as well.gota look cool as well,lol

 

[willardj]

I have a SQ Predator I got back in '95 still works great. SQ makes very good BCD's. I use it just about as much as my OMS bp/w.