What BC for under $300

[ScubaGT]

Ok I know this one as been asked before But when I searched the Forum I could only find discussions on more expensive BC's I am ready to buy before I go to Aruba in November. I am sure I will up grade to a better one some year but for now I would like any advice you can give me. I am 6' 190lbs I have used a few jacket style BC's and have had no real Complaints other than one had no chest strap. I would like something that I can use with and without a 7mm wet suit. Or if any one has a used one they would like to part with.

 

[BigWhiteSquare]

Here's a decent back inflate BC: http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/GNST.html

Sometimes you can pick up some decent deals on ebay too.

 

[TxHockeyGuy]

I don't know if you can still find the Zeagle Scout, didn't find it on ScubaToys.com. I am an owner of the Brigade and am a very big fan. At the very least try to find a back inflate. You will thank yourself later. If you can afford to get the Brigade ($400, plus 10% discount for scubaboard), I would definitlely stay go for it.

 

[CAPT HOOK]

You could try a Mares Journey from DiversDirect/WorldsWaterSports; about $250.

 

[Sirto]

Take a look at the products from Triple L
http://www.scubal.com/content/?catid=101&view=start

 

[TheRedHead]

Someone here has a good deal on a Zeagle Brigade:

http://www.scubaboard.com/showthread.php?t=157957

You wouldn't need an upgrade.

 

[ScubaGT]

Thanks for the info I don't know any thing about triple L how is their service network? Did you dive the tropic Big W.S. Or The Journey Sirto.
Man do I love Red heads!!

 

[Jarrett]

Man do I love Red heads!!

Me too. (Thanks again Red! )

 

[mike_s]

Thanks for the info I don't know any thing about triple L how is their service network? Did you dive the tropic Big W.S. Or The Journey Sirto.
Man do I love Red heads!!

I've seen several people who dove the Triple L. They really seemed to like them.

 

[terrasmak]

For not much more you can get yourself a great back plate and wing.