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In a message dated 96-10-07 14:06:13 EDT, you write: << One of my friends wants to get a DiveRite backplate and harness, single tank adapter and BC Jr wings, but she is about 5' 6", with small shoulders & waist but big hips. When I sized it for her, my backplate rode uncomfortably on her hips. So .... before she spends any money, do you (women only, guys you can't help here) manage ok with a 1/4" wetsuit, and what padding works for shoulders and hips for warm water diving? Has to stay in place walking, diving and entries and exits, which includes occasional dive boats. She can get something made if she knows what works. I hope something does. >> Dear Dave, Having geared up many women in backplate systems I will add my 2 cents here. 5' 6" is a tall women as things go (average woman is 5'2") If you want it to ride high cross the shoulder straps in the back. Use either the standard or Jr. Wing depending on the tanks being carried. Also cinch up the waist band at the plate this will make for smaller arm holes which in turn will help it ride high. As far as having to walk with the tanks --- get a hand truck -- at 6'1" I dont carry mine on my back. Shoulder pads -- use the dive rite ones they work great. My 2 cents here. Joel Silverstein
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