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As for the double bladders, I've used them. Frankly they area nightmare. I used the double Dive Rite for cave class since I did it wet. I'll NEVER do that again.
Why were they a nightmare? I've used OMS double bladder BCD's and haven't had a problem with them. What did you experience?
When I had to use double steels and dive wet, I used two wings. I didn't care for it much, but it was better than the double bladder. It didn't screw with my muscle memory as to where to find the inflator and the OPV.
With the OMS bladder, I was able to have both the primary and secondary LPI on my left. No muscle memory screw up to worry about. If there is a concern that the secondary LPI could leak, leave it unattached.
No flames here, just actual dive experience with different solutions. But I still say dive the right tanks and this won't be an issue. Double bladders, or two wings is a kluge and it might get you bent, hurt, or killed if things do go well.[/QUOTE]
Trust me, no flames from me either. I was just wondering about what experiences you have which lead to your opinions? In PADI DSAT Tec, it is strongly suggested that a diver use a dual bladder unit if diving steel doubles, especially if using deco or stage bottles. A lift bag, while a good back up, may not be deployable in tight quarters such as in a wreck or in some tight cave passages. In those cases a 2nd bladder may prove invaluable.
Safe Diving,
George
Why were they a nightmare? I've used OMS double bladder BCD's and haven't had a problem with them. What did you experience?
When I had to use double steels and dive wet, I used two wings. I didn't care for it much, but it was better than the double bladder. It didn't screw with my muscle memory as to where to find the inflator and the OPV.
With the OMS bladder, I was able to have both the primary and secondary LPI on my left. No muscle memory screw up to worry about. If there is a concern that the secondary LPI could leak, leave it unattached.
No flames here, just actual dive experience with different solutions. But I still say dive the right tanks and this won't be an issue. Double bladders, or two wings is a kluge and it might get you bent, hurt, or killed if things do go well.[/QUOTE]
Trust me, no flames from me either. I was just wondering about what experiences you have which lead to your opinions? In PADI DSAT Tec, it is strongly suggested that a diver use a dual bladder unit if diving steel doubles, especially if using deco or stage bottles. A lift bag, while a good back up, may not be deployable in tight quarters such as in a wreck or in some tight cave passages. In those cases a 2nd bladder may prove invaluable.
Safe Diving,
George