NudeDiver
Contributor
I dunno guys. My ScubaPro Black Diamond holds plenty of weight (I've used it with 40 pounds when using my drysuit and insulation) and seems very secure with its velcro pocket attachments.
I happened to notice in my LDS the other day that this BCD now uses clips. I couldn't even get the pockets out in the shop - I don't think I'd ever manage it underwater with lobster mits on. I'll take the velcro, thanks.
As for not ditching weights - if nothing else, if you're at the surface and your BC doesn't inflate - suppose a dump valve is busted open, or its got a big hole - or whatever. Now you're at the surface swimming your ass off, esp. if you can't ditch your weights in some way, shape or form.
I happened to notice in my LDS the other day that this BCD now uses clips. I couldn't even get the pockets out in the shop - I don't think I'd ever manage it underwater with lobster mits on. I'll take the velcro, thanks.
As for not ditching weights - if nothing else, if you're at the surface and your BC doesn't inflate - suppose a dump valve is busted open, or its got a big hole - or whatever. Now you're at the surface swimming your ass off, esp. if you can't ditch your weights in some way, shape or form.