Zeagle's Express Tech: The first and last BC most will ever need (or want)

[ScubaSaipan]

Do you all think it would be possible to use the webbing and bladder assembly from the Express Tech with the Zeagle SS back plate? Seems like a pretty inexpensive way to have both a super light travel set up and a SS backplate system.

 

[diversteve]

For a definitive answer - ask Scott: ScubaBoard - View Profile: ScottZeagle

 

[Splitlip]

Is that the one that is based on the Oxycheq Ultralight like back plate concept?
Very cool in any case.
I am a fan of donuts, so I tend to like the Oxycheq one.

 

[ScubaSaipan]

For a definitive answer - ask Scott: ScubaBoard - View Profile: ScottZeagle

Good idea Steve. I sent Scott a PM and will post his response.

 

[ScubaSaipan]

I asked the following question to Scott, here also is his answer:

Quote:
Originally Posted by ScubaSaipan
I own an Express Tech, but wondered if I can use the harness and bladder on a Zeagle SS backplate? Thanks


Yes, you can!!

Thanks,

Scott
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[The Chairman]

I added some grommets. Here is the thread discussing it: http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/bu...ide-mounting-mods-my-zeagle-express-tech.html

 

[Splitlip]

Hey Pete.

I'm just a dumb old rec diver and I love Scott: but I have an old DR ABS plate I picked up for 30 or 40 bucks. Seems to do the same thing, but with a lot more simplicity. And since it is plastic, I was able to drill holes without adding grommets.

I may be missing something, but what is the draw?

 

[Splitlip]

Oh. Just went back to your OP. I do know for a fact, Oxy came first.

 

[The Chairman]

I may be missing something, but what is the draw?

• Comfort.
• Infinitely and very quickly adjustable.
• Comfort.
• Well made.
• Comfort.
• Simplicity
• Comfort.
• Ridiculously small and light! Makes traveling easy.
• Comfort.
• Easily adapted to Side Mounting.
• Have I mentioned comfort yet?

Everyone has their favorite BC. This is mine. I really don't care who made it first. I was able to try this one and really liked it. The waist slides are different from the Oxycheq and I like them better. The Oxycheq ones that I have seen have frayed the webbing and so far this one hasn't. Will it? Time will tell and I'll be sure to post about it!

I hope this helps!

 

[parzdiver]

Well, based on this thread and other information I purchase an Express Tech. It is ridiculously light, and was very comfortable. The shop did have the 'backpad kit' but I think it is not necessary. I still have to add some d-rings, cam strap weight pockets and I'm considering a crotch strap, but i want to try it in the water first. Luckily my LDS has the local Y pool weekly. I'll let everyone know how that goes.