AquaBob
Contributor
OK, I've read about as much as I can find, and I think I've got it figured out....
I'd like to buy some regs. that I won't have to replace for a long time.
I've decided that rather than change somewhere down the line, I'll adopt Hogarthian style rigs right from the start.
From most what I've gathered here and on a few other sites, either Scubapro or Apeks seem to be the regs of choice.
I'm kinda leaning toward the Apeks (for no particular reason), and need a little advice regarding models.
Since I'm in the market for three sets (wife and son just certified) the price is definitely a factor.
From what I've gleaned....
1. the TX and the ATX models are very similar. ATX are a little smaller and some find a little more bubble interference.
2. 20/40 series vs 50/100/200 series second stages are similar but the 20/40's are not diver adjustable.
3. TX50(DS4???) vs TX100(Flathead??) first stages are shaped slightly different. Some find the TX100 hose routing a little easier. Similar good performance.
Given these assumptions, I'm considering getting the DS4s with TX50s on a long hoses and ATX40s as backup regs.
I haven't seen anything that justifies the extra cost for the 100's / 200's, and I figure having a slightly smaller and non adjustable backup should be alright.
Am I close? Comments? Suggestions?
I'd like to buy some regs. that I won't have to replace for a long time.
I've decided that rather than change somewhere down the line, I'll adopt Hogarthian style rigs right from the start.
From most what I've gathered here and on a few other sites, either Scubapro or Apeks seem to be the regs of choice.
I'm kinda leaning toward the Apeks (for no particular reason), and need a little advice regarding models.
Since I'm in the market for three sets (wife and son just certified) the price is definitely a factor.
From what I've gleaned....
1. the TX and the ATX models are very similar. ATX are a little smaller and some find a little more bubble interference.
2. 20/40 series vs 50/100/200 series second stages are similar but the 20/40's are not diver adjustable.
3. TX50(DS4???) vs TX100(Flathead??) first stages are shaped slightly different. Some find the TX100 hose routing a little easier. Similar good performance.
Given these assumptions, I'm considering getting the DS4s with TX50s on a long hoses and ATX40s as backup regs.
I haven't seen anything that justifies the extra cost for the 100's / 200's, and I figure having a slightly smaller and non adjustable backup should be alright.
Am I close? Comments? Suggestions?