swinchen
Contributor
Ok, so I have the hammerhead SS, and an Oxycheq Mach V Signature.
Here are a few notes:
* Getting pushed down face first in the water is a HUGE exaggeration. At least for me... I didn't have a problem.
* I do not like the inflater on the Mach V... the mouthpiece is at an odd angle, and there there is no pull dump, making releasing air problematic. These I can live with.
* The biggest problem is the weight belt... Should it go on over or under the crotch strap? When practicing removing the belt and the BC under the water it became apparent that the BP/Wing setup has a severe disadvantage here. I am not really sure how to remedy this actually, but it made the whole "swim down and put on all your gear" maneuver rather awkward.
So let me ask this... what do you guys recommend for integrating weights into the harness? (brand, model, etc) I really want ditch-able weights that have a clasp, instead of (or in addition to) Velcro. I really don't think the weight belt is for me though. I shouldn't have a need for much more than 30lbs total of weight.
Thanks for now!
Sam
Here are a few notes:
* Getting pushed down face first in the water is a HUGE exaggeration. At least for me... I didn't have a problem.
* I do not like the inflater on the Mach V... the mouthpiece is at an odd angle, and there there is no pull dump, making releasing air problematic. These I can live with.
* The biggest problem is the weight belt... Should it go on over or under the crotch strap? When practicing removing the belt and the BC under the water it became apparent that the BP/Wing setup has a severe disadvantage here. I am not really sure how to remedy this actually, but it made the whole "swim down and put on all your gear" maneuver rather awkward.
So let me ask this... what do you guys recommend for integrating weights into the harness? (brand, model, etc) I really want ditch-able weights that have a clasp, instead of (or in addition to) Velcro. I really don't think the weight belt is for me though. I shouldn't have a need for much more than 30lbs total of weight.
Thanks for now!
Sam