On Tue, 6 May 1997, Anker Berg-Sonne wrote:

> I was told in no uncertain terms that large bore hoses are a marketing
> ploy. They become a problem if you ever want to breathe the long hose in
> a Hogarthian setup, in which case you will need an adapter. 

No you don't.  You just specify the hose with a 1/2 inch connection to the
first stage, if you must keep using the big hole.

> I would also suggest that the Zeagle Tech 50D is the best reg I have
> ever used. It also has the large diameter hose, but I plan to get an
> adapter and use a long hose.

I use these regs (Apeks TX50) and I am extremely happy with them.  But
there is no need for an adapter.  Either do as I said above or, if you
dive doubles or H valve (in which case there are only two low pressure
hoses on each first stage), spin the turret around and use the side with
two 3/8 inch connections.  Then you can buy standard hoses for less
money.  That's what I do.

Egil.

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