Short guy - Short Tank?

[USCScubaboy]

It really depends on the position of the wing against the tank. If the wing is high enough, the risk is almost nil. If your wing is in a position where there is a risk of pinching the wing when setting it down, it's just a matter of using your hand to make sure that part of the wing doesn't get trapped under the tank when you set it down.

I will also advice against HP80. It is simply too short of a tank. It won't work well with all BC, particully BP/W setup. I am 5'6", the shortest tank I prefer is HP100. anything shorter, the tank will have a good chance of pinching the wing.

 

[TSandM]

HP80s are cute little tanks, and can work very well for short folks.

Look at your ditchable weight before you go to steels. You'll lose about five pounds with the switch.