Stab Jacket / BCD ???

Brian Tonks wrote

> New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> the best make and model to go for in your opinion..

None. A plate and wing is a superior product.

Brian Tonks wrote

> New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> the best make and model to go for in your opinion..

None. A plate and wing is a superior product.

Brian Tonks wrote

> New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> the best make and model to go for in your opinion..

None. A plate and wing is a superior product.

Hi Brian, ScubaPro probable makes the best. I had one that I put just over
3300 dives on. And I started using ScubaPro's around 1986, including the
first "Bat Wings", which was the forerunner to the present day "plate &
wing" set-up. It all depends on what sort of diving you will be doing. I
haven't found any real advantage in any other system for everyday use.
Again, it depends on the kind of diving you will be doing. Hope this helps.



"Brian Tonks" <tonks4x4@ntlworld.com> wrote in message
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> New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> the best make and model to go for in your opinion..
>
> Regards
>
> Brian Tonks
>
>



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Hi Brian, ScubaPro probable makes the best. I had one that I put just over
3300 dives on. And I started using ScubaPro's around 1986, including the
first "Bat Wings", which was the forerunner to the present day "plate &
wing" set-up. It all depends on what sort of diving you will be doing. I
haven't found any real advantage in any other system for everyday use.
Again, it depends on the kind of diving you will be doing. Hope this helps.



"Brian Tonks" <tonks4x4@ntlworld.com> wrote in message
news:lQeCh.13270$Zl6.1066@newsfe3-win.ntli.net...
> New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> the best make and model to go for in your opinion..
>
> Regards
>
> Brian Tonks
>
>



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Hi Brian, ScubaPro probable makes the best. I had one that I put just over
3300 dives on. And I started using ScubaPro's around 1986, including the
first "Bat Wings", which was the forerunner to the present day "plate &
wing" set-up. It all depends on what sort of diving you will be doing. I
haven't found any real advantage in any other system for everyday use.
Again, it depends on the kind of diving you will be doing. Hope this helps.



"Brian Tonks" <tonks4x4@ntlworld.com> wrote in message
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> New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> the best make and model to go for in your opinion..
>
> Regards
>
> Brian Tonks
>
>



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:New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
:the best make and model to go for in your opinion..

As good as stab jackets are, I like back inflation bcs better. They
cost more, but are worth it.

Lee Bell mentioned backplate and wing. Those are a subset of back
inflation bcs. What sets them apart is that the backplate is metal.
This is either good or bad, depending on your circumstances.

Dan Bracuk
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"Brian Tonks" <tonks4x4@ntlworld.com> pounded away at his keyboard
resulting in:
:New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
:the best make and model to go for in your opinion..

As good as stab jackets are, I like back inflation bcs better. They
cost more, but are worth it.

Lee Bell mentioned backplate and wing. Those are a subset of back
inflation bcs. What sets them apart is that the backplate is metal.
This is either good or bad, depending on your circumstances.

Dan Bracuk
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"Brian Tonks" <tonks4x4@ntlworld.com> pounded away at his keyboard
resulting in:
:New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
:the best make and model to go for in your opinion..

As good as stab jackets are, I like back inflation bcs better. They
cost more, but are worth it.

Lee Bell mentioned backplate and wing. Those are a subset of back
inflation bcs. What sets them apart is that the backplate is metal.
This is either good or bad, depending on your circumstances.

Dan Bracuk
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On Feb 23, 6:16 pm, Dan Bracuk <bra...@pathcom.com> wrote:
> "Brian Tonks" <tonks...@ntlworld.com> pounded away at his keyboard
> resulting in:
> :New to group, I would like to purchase my first BCD / Stab Jacket which is
> :the best make and model to go for in your opinion..
>
> As good as stab jackets are, I like back inflation bcs better. They
> cost more, but are worth it.
>
> Lee Bell mentioned backplate and wing. Those are a subset of back
> inflation bcs. What sets them apart is that the backplate is metal.
> This is either good or bad, depending on your circumstances.

I've been meaning to suggest that since you haven't tried a plate and
wing (or have you) you should borrow my 18# Halcyon when you're going
to dive the warmer climes. As much as it pains Scott Koplin I still
have the 2# SS plate he gave me and a lite adapter (also of his
manufacture). Together they make a helluva rig for warm water diving
and are very compact for travel. Let me know and I'll drop it off on
my next trip to the Big Smoke. There's a great feeling of freedom when
you belt up this rig.

JF