View Full Version : Best single tank wing
bell47
September 9th, 2009, 07:59 PM
I'm not going back to a jacket BC!!! I need a single tank wing for my backplate/harness. I've got an Apeks wing for my doubles that I'm happy with. I've seen single tank wings from OMS, Apeks, Halcyon, and a couple of others. It would mostly be used with a SS backplate and Alum 80-100's, but I'm going to start phasing out the alums for steel 119's as they seem a good fit for most of my diving. Also looking at the Apollo bio tank band, any other ideas for tank bands/straps?:diver:
LeadTurn_SD
September 9th, 2009, 08:18 PM
Take a look at the Deep Sea Supply wings: https://www.deepseasupply.com/
As far as tank cam straps: Look at the Dive Rite straps with stainless steel cam buckle. My opinion is that the Apollo Bio tank strap is a solution searching for a problem :D Conventional tank straps work fine, I prefer stainless steel cam buckle for durability.
Best wishes.
Teamcasa
September 9th, 2009, 08:31 PM
Ditto on Deep Sea Supply's wings.
tridacna
September 9th, 2009, 08:36 PM
Also looking at the Apollo bio tank band, any other ideas for tank bands/straps?:diver:
Just my opinion but stay with cam straps with SS buckles. I had to abort two dives and get a new strap on a trip because my Apollo tank band failed. It's overkill and another failure point. Waste of money.
RAWalker
September 9th, 2009, 11:43 PM
Althought I use and like a Apollo tank band to strap my pony to my primary tank it isn't the best solution I've found for my BCD and BP&W configurations.
For those I prefer the ScubaMax latching SS bands. They are easy to adjust, easy to latch, solidly grip the tank and release quickly and easily.
As for a great singles wing I'm really quite happy with my Oxycheq Mark V.
craracer
September 9th, 2009, 11:50 PM
I just got a HOG and really like it. For the price, I had reservations about quality, but after it arrived, I quickly changed my mind. I'm now sold on them. Under $200 for all sizes.
Here you go: Wings (http://www.edge-gear.com/Wings_s/104.htm)
AndrewA
September 10th, 2009, 06:01 PM
I use a DiveRite Travel wing when diving singles (Al80 Al 100 and up to 15l (232Bar) steel cylinders and have had no problems (I also often side sling an Al40) I dont use an STA just slot two cambands through the plate.
lowridersvt
September 11th, 2009, 10:14 AM
As for single tank wings go. I think halcyon makes the best wings ie. quality and balance . I also like the older venture wing from diverite and the dss wing .
As for a single tank andapter i have a dive rite abs plastic one with the dive rite .The halcyon weighted single tank adapter is nice since it mounts 6 lbs on your back take the weight off your belt. Always use stainless steel buckels . Dont bother with the plastic buckels they fail way to often .
NWGratefulDiver
September 11th, 2009, 10:33 AM
I've owned and used singles wings from Dive Rite (Rec and Venture), DSS (Travel 18, LCD30 and Torus 35), Halcyon (Eclipse 40), and Oxycheq (Razor 30 and Signature 45).
Of the ones I've used I like the DSS Torus 35 the best. It and the Halcyon Eclipse are the best overall performers in terms of nice balance, easy venting and remarkable durability. The DSS is less expensive and doesn't require a single tank adapter. Plus, for travel, it packs a lot smaller than the Eclipse.
... Bob (Grateful Diver)
syntaxerrorsix
September 12th, 2009, 10:10 AM
Check this wing out. It's set up with a built in STA to prevent roll. SS cam straps and SS inflator parts. Definately my go to wing for singles up to S130's.
Popup Window 299583 (http://www.golemgear.com/popup.aspx?src=images/PRODUCT/large/149.jpg)
Baron015
September 15th, 2009, 06:49 PM
Have a look at the Custom Divers sportster wing - I love mine for diving with a single.
it_mike
September 16th, 2009, 02:10 PM
Wow! No one mentioned the Mach V? OxyCheq's Mach V (30 or 40) is a fantastic singles wing. You'll barely know it's there, no STA required, and it nestles tightly around the tanks.
Best singles wing I've ever used.
Randy43068
September 16th, 2009, 02:15 PM
Just my opinion but stay with cam straps with SS buckles. I had to abort two dives and get a new strap on a trip because my Apollo tank band failed. It's overkill and another failure point. Waste of money.
So far my DSS buckles are holding up quite well. However, I had some serious questions while using the plastic ones on a dive boat. The DSS buckles held up to the abuse but I was concerned. The abuse was in the form of jacking 'em up and down in the tank holder on the boat. I cringed a few times to see so much force pushing UP on the buckle but it held up just fine. What is it now, two, three years and the plastic DSS buckles are holding just fine.
I like them so far. Never tried the Apollo ones, however.
Randy43068
September 16th, 2009, 02:16 PM
I just got a HOG and really like it. For the price, I had reservations about quality, but after it arrived, I quickly changed my mind. I'm now sold on them. Under $200 for all sizes.
Here you go: Wings (http://www.edge-gear.com/Wings_s/104.htm)
How many dives are on your HOG wing? What dive conditions?
Randy43068
September 16th, 2009, 02:28 PM
I'm in the market for two single tank wings of about 30 pounds lift. I'll be following this thread with great interest.
RAWalker
September 16th, 2009, 02:49 PM
Wow! No one mentioned the Mach V? OxyCheq's Mach V (30 or 40) is a fantastic singles wing. You'll barely know it's there, no STA required, and it nestles tightly around the tanks.
Best singles wing I've ever used.
I agree. I have the Oxycheq Mach V 30# it's a great wing quality through and through. It swims great with it's streamlined shape. I'd highly recommend it.
