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Hi Scott, >If I had it to do all over again, I might have bought a backplate, but at the >time I wanted a single BC I could use for anything. Like so many compromises, >the transpac does neither recreational or technical diving as well as a From what I've heard the transpac is a GREAT recreational BC. Others have reported some instability with twins but you seem to imply that it's fine, is this your observation? >two specialized pieces of equipment would, but if your budget is limitted >(or your weight allowance is ;), the transpac is a good choice I think. >Other's might argue that if either of the above are true, you shouldn't >be persuing the sport. Why 2 separate. A backplate and harness can serve easily as both a "tech" (whatever THAT means) and as a recreational BC. The dive rite "original" wings with backplate is a good setup. You can use it with doubles (which is what it's designed for) or use a single tank adapter -voila - one BC, all uses... The Sea Pro Wings have more lift (quoted as 80 lbs), a nicer contour than the Dive Rite. Those along with an Aluminum backplate ( both the backplate and wings areavailable from AUL) are less than either the Zeagle or Transpac (by a LOT!). For example, the dive rite delux kit (includes wings, backplate, delux harness w/crotch strap and scooter ring, octo holder, pouch, bolts and bands for doubles) cost me $297 from Lloyd Baileys Scuba in Florida. The single tank adapter cost me a little under $70 locally (note - this price was BETTER than at Lloyds!). In fact, I picked both of them up, one for single tank diving and one for twins (that way I don't have to keep switching around) and my total investment was right around $600 FOR BOTH. -Carl-
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