I realize that this is a radical concept for techdiver, but I don't mind 
breaking new ground. How about a simple backplate and DIR rigged harness 
for 1/4 the price of this unit? Granted it does not have "4 air dumps 
with rip cords" but then in the case of air dumps, the fewer the better, 
IMHO.

And I and many other divers don't miss the lack of a "large cumberbun and 
chest lip" even for a second. So why pay for one? Nice thing about the 
DIR backplate is that you can get a single tank adpter for those "80 and 
bolt" dives, if you are doing this stepping stone to more fun diving.

I do realize that a such a radical and cutting-edge item as a plate with 
webbing might be a bit much for the "macho challanged" who need all the 
help they can get. But you do get used to the quiet nod acknowledging 
that you have left the ranks of strokedom behind and have moved on to 
better things.

   Jim

Sender: Rockwell, Matthew  Date: 2/4/99 11:09 AM

>Ken,
>
>I use the Mares synchro tech as my main diving rig. I like how secure the
>tank or tanks feel with the large cumberbun and chest lip.  The weight
>integration is very comfortable also.  I also like that it has a 65lb lift
>bag that is adequate enough for any of the dives that I do in Northern
>California. The only thing that I have found that is a little annoying is
>that the BC tends not release all the air out of the bag if your horizontal.
>I have learned how to get around this being that the synchro tech has 4 air
>dumps with rip cords.  You can release air from almost any position once you
>are familiar with the rig.  The change from a single to a double setup is a
>little time consuming too.  I purchased this bc after I had too many
>problems with a scubapro outback.  
>
>Have fun and Safe diving
>
>Matt Rockwell
>ISD System Support Specialist
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Bendall Ken [mailto:ken.bendall@de*.ns*.ed*.au*]
>Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 1999 5:44 PM
>To: techdiver@aquanaut.com
>Subject: Mares Tech BCD - comments
>
>
>Hi,
>
>I'm looking at getting the Mares Syncro Tech BCD.  Has anyone used this or
>got any comments/problems known with it?
>
>Thanks
>
>Ken
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