Inspiration vs Evolution vs older unit

Hi Guys,

I've been a watcher from the sides, but now I need your wisdom.
It seems that I may be turning to the yellow side after many a year of
"pfft" and "tst tst" ing. And what I would really like to hear is some
informed opinions regarding the pros and cons of the old Inspiration to a
new 2004 model, or even the nice, light, svelte like, Evolution.

So what might you need to know? I am not a trimix diver at the mo' but I
know where this goes once you get a yellow brain. I am predominantly looking
for extended time in the 40-50m range, plus the usual benefits. However we
dive in the 30-40m range a lot too. My crew don't dive ccr but I do have
acquaintances that do and a pal who is considering the change over with me.
I mix my own at present, done a few hundred mixed gas dives, only dive UK
etc.

Ta

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> Hi Guys,
>
> I've been a watcher from the sides, but now I need your wisdom.
> It seems that I may be turning to the yellow side after many a year of
> "pfft" and "tst tst" ing. And what I would really like to hear is some
> informed opinions regarding the pros and cons of the old Inspiration to a
> new 2004 model, or even the nice, light, svelte like, Evolution.
>
> So what might you need to know? I am not a trimix diver at the mo' but I
> know where this goes once you get a yellow brain. I am predominantly
looking
> for extended time in the 40-50m range, plus the usual benefits. However we
> dive in the 30-40m range a lot too. My crew don't dive ccr but I do have
> acquaintances that do and a pal who is considering the change over with
me.
> I mix my own at present, done a few hundred mixed gas dives, only dive UK
> etc.
>
> Ta
>
Following some other advise, somebody suggested that the new 2004
Inspiration/Evo would be similar to an Inspiration with a VR3 link. So which
would be better, from experience, a fully loaded VR3/Inspiration or the new
2004 Inspiration with the loaded integrated computer I wonder?
Taking into account backup, service, cost etc.
Depending on your answer, it seems that it may be better to get an older
second user Insp. and setup a VR3 with all the toys?
Please bear in mind I am in the discovery stage here and have more questions
than answers!
Many thanks for all the replies hear BTW.