Why did Zeagle discontinue the Express tech?

[Downing]

I too bought the ET Deluxe years ago and ended up stripping most of it back down to the basics before hanging my D rings and weight pouches on it.

But I kept the back pad. It weighs next to nothing, dries easily and I really appreciate the extra padding on shore dives. I don't remember if the crotch strap was part of the "deluxe" package, but I use that, too.

I also don't remember the MSRP on the ET, but I do remember thinking it was practically a steal. I'm sure Huish considered but rejected simply raising the price to make it more profitable.

I don't anticipate needing a new BCD anytime soon, maybe ever, but if I did I would still get another ETD then strip it down and modify it to my liking. It's a great BCD.

 

[divad]

As the title asks, why? .

Maybe they were afraid it might put the bulbous "Ranger" out of business.

 

[Scubanomad]

if you still want a "bare bone" Express Tech you can still piece it together yourself on Zeagle's website I think.
Express Tech backplate
and harness