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Date: Wed, 10 Jun 1998 21:53:13 +0100
From: Scatsta <scatsta@mc*.co*>
To: Phi Le <PLe@Se*.co*>
CC: techdiver@aquanaut.com, cavers@ca*.co*
Subject: Re: Halcyon equipment
Phi Le wrote:
> 
> I know that a lot of good things had been said about the Halcyon equipment,
> but I have just received my package today from Halcyon and I have to express
> my feelings to the people are still considering about getting/replacing
> diving equipment.
> 
> I received the total Halcyon package including both of the 18# and 65#
> wings. I have used a lot different equipment brands over the years, and
> Halcyon products are, by far, of the best quality as far as material,
> workmanship and attention to details. The wings look absolutely
> indestructible: with built-in handle, rubber tire inner tube under the
> zipper area, hose strain relief, short corrugated hose, pull dump ball
> removed, angled inflator. The new adjustable crotch strap is very nice
> (drysuit / birthday suit). Bent D-rings. etc.
> 
> Too bad that Halcyon had not been around the last couple of years as that
> would have saved me a lot of money from trying different equipment
> configurations and brands. The Halcyon package looks like it will last a
> lifetime of diving (I average around 200 dives a year). So if you are still
> looking, I recommend Halcyon whole-heartedly.
> 
> Now, if I could only decide on the best rebreather under $7500 ?
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So, it looks like Halcyon wings are the are the wings to go for. I
presume we are talking about the 65lb lift "Explorer" range(I've mailed
Halcyon for info but they havn't got back yet). Can anybody recommend a
dealer who ships to the UK?

Thanks

Kevin Pickering
kevpix@gl*.co*.uk*

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