Wanting to get first backplate and wing.

[mike_s]

I was just meaning in the case I needed to remove my wing from my plate. Unless I want never need to do this. I don't know if removing the wing is needed is it?

If all you do is dive single tanks, chances are you'll rarely remove it. To remove it you just take the cam straps out of the slots in the center of the back ridge.

should be able to switch out wings in a few minutes.


I don't think these would be any harder to change than regular cam straps. Like I'd said, if I'd known these had the "quick disconnect" I would have looked at getting them. I just didn't research it beforehand because I didn't know there was any big difference at the time.

 

[knowone]

Threading quickly properly cam buckles can get you lots of places and is great for man of action showing off.

And washing soaking drying clunking laying and storing separately extends life.

 

[LeadTurn_SD]

Threading quickly properly cam buckles can get you lots of places and is great for man of action showing off.

And washing soaking drying clunking laying and storing separately extends life.

Words to live by. Being able to quickly thread a cam buckle on a rolling dive boat separates the Mike Nelsons from the Mike Myers' of the diving world

Best wishes.

 

[halocline]

If all you do is dive single tanks, chances are you'll rarely remove it. To remove it you just take the cam straps out of the slots in the center of the back ridge.

I take my single tank wing off all the time; it's easier to clean and store. You're right that it's no big deal just to unthread the cam straps. I have both the normal straps and the scubapro style, which don't have to be threaded like the normal ones.

 

[Mopar]

I take my single tank wing off all the time; it's easier to clean and store. You're right that it's no big deal just to unthread the cam straps. I have both the normal straps and the scubapro style, which don't have to be threaded like the normal ones.

I have looked online at Scubapro website and can't find the straps you are referring to do you or anyone have a link for me so I can check into these?

 

[halocline]

I got them at northeast scuba supply, but I just went to their website and they don't have them anymore. The scubapro ones are on their BCs, the ones I have are that style but not made by scubapro. I don't know where to tell you to find them.

 

[Splitlip]

I have looked online at Scubapro website and can't find the straps you are referring to do you or anyone have a link for me so I can check into these?

Stainless Steel Cam Latch Tank Strap reviews and discounts, Scubamax

 

[Crush]

The only thing is I got it adjusted tonight and the straps that go under your arms hurts my arm pits (feels like the edge of harness digs in). I am afraid to loosen up the harness because when I get everything and dive it I don't want it to move on me. Any suggestions?

Mopar,

I am new to BP/w as well. Here are some of my mistakes/advice, in no particular order. Please forgive me if it is too rudimentary. It may be incorrect, but it is my best read on your situation:

1. Loosen off your shoulder straps by at least two to thee inches;
2. Keep your arms in front of you while you swim. Grasp one forearm with the other hand. This posture will "tighten up" your straps while underwater;
3. Tighten up your crotch strap so that your belt is pulled downwards. This will allow your shoulder straps to be extra loose when suiting up, but when your assembly (including crotch strap) are tightened up, the whole rig will stay solid on your back; and
4. If you don't already have a crotch strap, you might consider getting one.

 

[DiverLaura]

another option with regards to threading/unthreading cam straps is actually using a single tank adaptor. if you are in need of more weight, you can even get a weighted STA (single tank adaptor)

(about halfway down the page)

BC System Weighting | Halcyon Dive Systems

 

[Splitlip]

I'm a believer in STA's.

I do not understand the issue people have with them. (internet phenom IMO). They can be had from < 8oz to > 6#. A great tool. I am a tropical guy so my STA's are ~ 1/8 inch thick and .5 to .75#.

Although, I plan to get a weighted STA for my Al plate.

STA's make it SOOOO much easier. I mean, we use bolt on cam bands for doubles, right? We could thread 4 cam straps through the plates, but that is silly.

I don't dive Halcyon, but they are a pretty respected manufacturer. Anyone notice all their single tank wings require STA's? Do you think GI3 and JJ know something.