vr3 or shearwater pursuit

DANM · Jul 7, 2008

i've heard good things about both of these, but heard the vr3 can be hard to learn and if any problems need to send away for repair. i know there's some trimix users here and would appreciate feedback. thanks in advance, dan

Tienuts · Jul 7, 2008

The VR3 is nice, but unnecessarily complex.

Consider the X1. Much better computer - easy to use. Liquivision X1 Dive Computer

DANM · Jul 8, 2008

thanks for the info, as i get ready I'll research further, thanks again, Dan

Curt McNamee · Jul 8, 2008

The Shearwater Pursuit is a proven technical dive computer that is easy to use, easy to read, very rugged and can grow with you as you move up into the technical diving arena.

You can start out with the Pursuit as an OC Nitrox computer and then upgrade it to OC Trimix and then into a CCR Rebreather computer if you end up going that direction.

Each upgrade can be done right over the internet.

The Shearwater Pursuit is becoming a factory option with several Rebreather Manufactures and that says alot about it's quality and reliability.

To learn more you can go to Shearwater Research Inc. - Computers for Diving.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask. I have owned and used the VR3, HSE and Cochran. I now own 2 Shearwater Pursuits and have been using them for several years now.

DANM · Jul 8, 2008

thanks for your input, i've heard good things about them, but some people still push or want the vr3. i'm going to seriously look into one. thanks again, Dan

Curt McNamee · Jul 8, 2008

DANM:
thanks for your input, i've heard good things about them, but some people still push or want the vr3. i'm going to seriously look into one. thanks again, Dan

Do yourself a favor and look at the Pursuit before you make your decision, most people that are still pushing the VR3 are only doing it because they have never used or seen a Shearwater Pursuit. I have alot of experience with both the VR3 and the Pursuit and there is no comparison.

Good luck on your decision.

Henry · Jul 19, 2008

Ahem...

I've seen it and I am still using a VR3.

Sorry Kurt. Love you! lol.

PS when are you coming to dive in my part of the woods? I'd love to get a trip in with you.

Curt McNamee:
Do yourself a favor and look at the Pursuit before you make your decision, most people that are still pushing the VR3 are only doing it because they have never used or seen a Shearwater Pursuit. I have alot of experience with both the VR3 and the Pursuit and there is no comparison.

Good luck on your decision.

DANM · Jul 19, 2008

i'm still looking into these, have'nt made a decision yet, but i do appreciate everyone's advice. thanks, Dan

SlowRain · Jul 23, 2008

I looked at the Shearwater recently. Not enough there to make me want to stop using my VR3. As far as hard to learn? Well it is certainly harder than learning to use an entry level nitrox computer but I wouldn't say it is hard. In the past Delta has not written their manuals very well, however the latest versions are a step up.

I like the X1...I don't like the fact that the battery is not user replaceable, and that it is only covered by warranty for a year. If they ever come out with a unit that has a user replaceable battery...I will look again.

It really boils down to what you want. I have been using a VR3 for a lot of years, and never had an issue with it.

DANM · Jul 23, 2008

thanks for your input, greatly appreciate it, Dan

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