I purchased my first set of gear.

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BigMooseWarning

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So, after about a month of researching and talking to a few divers, I made the choices I felt were right for me. There were so many opposing opinions that it genuinely made me do my research and try to make the best choice for myself. I wanted to post to see what people think of the setup and offer opinions or insight. I have gotten a lot of mixed reviews on the BCD, but mainly from the earlier generations. I will be using this equipment for recreational diving and travel! I don't have plans on technical diving until I have many more dives under my belt.

Scubapro Hydros Pro
Scubapro MK25 EVO / S620Ti
Scubapro R195 Octopus
Shearwater Perdix 2 Ti

I think this is a pretty solid setup and should last me a long time if I take care of it.
 
Hi @BigMooseWarning

Your profile says your Hydros Pro has an Air2, is that correct?

I might have gone for a different second, I like the C370 for quality and price

Your gear is very good, sure you will like it for many years
Hey Scubadada!

Thank you for your response. So I actually changed that before my order was shipped. I decided to go with just the standard inflator and a Scubapro R195 Octopus. For me, I just felt more comfortable having them separate.
 
So, after about a month of researching and talking to a few divers, I made the choices I felt were right for me. There were so many opposing opinions that it genuinely made me do my research and try to make the best choice for myself. I wanted to post to see what people think of the setup and offer opinions or insight. I have gotten a lot of mixed reviews on the BCD, but mainly from the earlier generations. I will be using this equipment for recreational diving and travel! I don't have plans on technical diving until I have many more dives under my belt.

Scubapro Hydros Pro
Scubapro MK25 EVO / S620Ti
Scubapro R195 Octopus
Shearwater Perdix 2 Ti

I think this is a pretty solid setup and should last me a long time if I take care of it.
Very nice setup! Have fun getting out there and diving it!
 
Hey Scubadada!

Thank you for your response. So I actually changed that before my order was shipped. I decided to go with just the standard inflator and a Scubapro R195 Octopus. For me, I just felt more comfortable having them separate.
Good choice!
 
Hey Scubadada!

Thank you for your response. So I actually changed that before my order was shipped. I decided to go with just the standard inflator and a Scubapro R195 Octopus. For me, I just felt more comfortable having them separate.
I had chosen two identical second stages, possibly two G260.
Apart this, your first setup is top notch! Congratulations...
 
So, after about a month of researching and talking to a few divers, I made the choices I felt were right for me. There were so many opposing opinions that it genuinely made me do my research and try to make the best choice for myself. I wanted to post to see what people think of the setup and offer opinions or insight. I have gotten a lot of mixed reviews on the BCD, but mainly from the earlier generations. I will be using this equipment for recreational diving and travel! I don't have plans on technical diving until I have many more dives under my belt.

Scubapro Hydros Pro
Scubapro MK25 EVO / S620Ti
Scubapro R195 Octopus
Shearwater Perdix 2 Ti

I think this is a pretty solid setup and should last me a long time if I take care of it.

I am not a fan of the Hydros line of BCs. They look complicated, the air cell is excessivly large and they are expensive and :wink: they are not Hogarthian. This:


Plus these (for weight integration) and some cam band pockets:


Is a much simpler and more flexible system and is true to Hogarthian tenants of minimalism.

I think your regulator choices are solid but would have gotten the Mark 25 with two G260s. But, what you have is fine and will make a good entry into scuba diving. You have a nice set of gear, now you just need to go dive with it!
 
https://www.shearwater.com/products/peregrine/

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