V-weights on an AL backplate

Do you noptice any significant difference when using V-weights with an AL bp....vs an SS plate. I read one concern was when tilting on you side the v-weights tend to pull you over on your back.

I dive single HP 100's or 120's but am venturing into doubles. The AL plates seem convenient for travel as well...which I do tropical vacations twice a year.

I have an Oxycheq rig with SS plate now. However I will be selling it to get into gear my LDS sells as I will becoming onboard as one of their DM's. I have been thinking going the AL bp route..however the SS I have trims out quite well.

The oxycheq weighted STA are cool too albeit a bit expensive really.

I'm also thinking I can weight an AL plate down heavier than 6 lbs when I include the weight of the plate + the V-weight.

Thoughts?

If it was me-- id go ss plate... This way you can use that plate for your tropic dives(youll need some weight-- better on your back then waste).. As for the extra weight and travel.. Were talking 4 lbs.. I carry my bc with me on the plane along with regs-- 4 lbs isnt that big of a deal.. You can also look at p weights vs v weights.. The p weight goes in the channel of your bp-- and holds the weight closer to your back--- causing less tommy tip-over..

Most tec divers must have both an AL and SS plate for different combinations of cylinders and exposure suits...

If you are selling your Oxycheq wing, I may be interested.

I have an AL plate and I use a 3lb STA - which makes it nearly the same as SS plate w/o STA. For cold water diving I use 6 lbs of weight in pockets on the top tank strap (tucked as close to the plate as possible) and I do not roll over on my back (unless I want to )

wader:

If you are selling your Oxycheq wing, I may be interested.

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I'll let you know..'I'm still in the planning stages of my next rig.

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