And you're sure all of these issues are Zeagle's, not your 'reputable dive shop'? I'd love to track the timing of your problems in relation to your reg service schedule ....
You're going to hate me but: What is the best regulator for me to get for 2015?
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And you're sure all of these issues are Zeagle's, not your 'reputable dive shop'? I'd love to track the timing of your problems in relation to your reg service schedule ....
Another vote for apeks. In the UK they are the tool of choice for many, including those with Tec diving inclinations. Simple, cheap and built like a tank. Don't be tempted by by the more expensive versions..they are pretty much the same on the inside. An ATX 40 works just fine. If they aren't available across the pond then XTX40 is the later version.
In Finland most people I know (almost everyone) is using either Apeks DS4 or Apeks DST as their first stage, and Apeks XTX40/50 (or ATX) as their second stage. Other Apeks products (TEK3) can be seen too, sometimes. When the water temperature is one or two degrees above freezing, and diving is done deep inside flooded mines, almost everyone is using Apeks. It seems to work. Some strange folks use Poseidon though (I have one), and they don't have any issues either. The side exhaust Poseidons are specialist tools.
I cannot say anything about Atomics or any regs popular in the U.S.
Oh, sorry for this message flood. A bit bored here
I cannot say anything about Atomics or any regs popular in the U.S.
Oh, sorry for this message flood. A bit bored here
DKL
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The best regulator is the one you own, and works for you. Have it rebuilt every year and it should be fine. I use an AL micron.
Atomic is the way to go imo. MK25 is a good reg also and Mares as well. I don't know much about Mares but a guy I took a course with had Mares regs, I'm not sure what model they were but if I recall the whole 2nd stage exterior was stainless, no colors. They were the best I have breathed in comparison to Atomic.
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I like HOGs and Atomics. I use HOGS exclusively, because I can't find reliable local service on Atomic
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Poseidon Xstream or Jetstream with the MK3 first stage. This is hands down the best first stage on the market if you don't need a bottom 5th port or a turret. The first stage design is positively brilliant, and incredibly simple. The servo assisted breathing on them is a love or hate relationship, but I love them.
Apeks are probably the best "normal" breathing regulators out there for diaphragm, Atomic takes the cake for pistons.
Hogs are great because they're essentially disposable if you want them to be, but now that the soft goods things have been taken care of they are quite good. I have them instead of Apeks ATX's because I can easily get the parts to service myself.
There is also nothing wrong with buying regulators from your not local dive shop, and shipping them to another shop for service if you want. Quite common for shops like Dive Right in Scuba, Dive Gear Express, Jim Lapentas shop, and a few others to get out of state customer and have them ship their regulators back for service. All three have great package deals on new regulator sets. DRiS and DGX will have a wider selection because they're bigger shops, but all have top notch service.
Poseidon Xstream or Jetstream with the MK3 first stage. This is hands down the best first stage on the market if you don't need a bottom 5th port or a turret. The first stage design is positively brilliant, and incredibly simple. The servo assisted breathing on them is a love or hate relationship, but I love them.
Apeks are probably the best "normal" breathing regulators out there for diaphragm, Atomic takes the cake for pistons.
Hogs are great because they're essentially disposable if you want them to be, but now that the soft goods things have been taken care of they are quite good. I have them instead of Apeks ATX's because I can easily get the parts to service myself.
There is also nothing wrong with buying regulators from your not local dive shop, and shipping them to another shop for service if you want. Quite common for shops like Dive Right in Scuba, Dive Gear Express, Jim Lapentas shop, and a few others to get out of state customer and have them ship their regulators back for service. All three have great package deals on new regulator sets. DRiS and DGX will have a wider selection because they're bigger shops, but all have top notch service.
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The great thing about Hog regs is that you can take the HOG repair class and learn how to service your own. It's a four hour class and you'll learn how all regulators work in the process. It's one of my favorite classes to teach.
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