Snoegie
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Sorry in advance to the repetitive nature of these kinds of questions (I did search before posting for something that answers my questions.)
I am having analysis paralysis with choosing my first scuba setup and could really use some help picking my BC. I know I can just buy a full halcyon setup and be done with it, but want to consider other options that might be more cost-efficient. I have no other gear excepting a computer and mask, and am open to full-kits or buying in piecemeal. Below are details for how I'm planning to use this, and (I hope) some helpful personal information.
I...
What options would be viable for me given these criteria? Can one setup do all the things I am looking for, or would I need multiple wings and plates for this?
Thanks in advance!
I am having analysis paralysis with choosing my first scuba setup and could really use some help picking my BC. I know I can just buy a full halcyon setup and be done with it, but want to consider other options that might be more cost-efficient. I have no other gear excepting a computer and mask, and am open to full-kits or buying in piecemeal. Below are details for how I'm planning to use this, and (I hope) some helpful personal information.
I...
- dive in cold and warm water (drysuit and wetsuit)
- dive both fresh and salt water
- am planning on using this in my GUE fundamentals class (rec only) and therefore...
- need it to be DIR/GUE compliant (I still can't figure out if GUE standards are the same thing as DIR, forgive me)
- plan on sticking to a single tank configuration
- am 170cm tall and weigh around 64kg (lean, not super muscular)
- often have to travel for diving but think weight is probably the area I'm able to compromise most on
- would like to buy minimize the repurchasing of gear that I will outgrow*
What options would be viable for me given these criteria? Can one setup do all the things I am looking for, or would I need multiple wings and plates for this?
Thanks in advance!