Hi there. Have been meaning to register for some time and finally gotten around to it. Bit nervous about posting first time, so please be gentle with me!
By the way, just wondered if anyone could help me out with a query. I'm about to buy a new BCD and am loathe to make another expensive mistake. I've been mostly diving with a Tigullio TS2 Hover and really don't like it coz it's so heavy and bulky (creating a drag when surface swimming and in my luggage
). I've tried a couple of simpler ScubaPro jackets and felt much more free inwater, but these weren't specifically designed for women (which is what I'd like now). I've also tried out a Halcyon, which I thought was great but think it might cause some problems if I progress to instructor, as I'm hoping to do eventually, due to having quite a different kit design from that used by most students where I've been working.
I've got my eye on a SeaQuest Eva, which I like for its simple design and compactness (is that a word?). Unfortunately, I haven't found anywhere that will let me try before I buy. Has anyone used one regularly who could identify potential problems with this BCD?
I know that SeaQuest have updated the model to a Diva, but I'm not keen on buying another BCD with a semi-wing design and don't like the look of the inner-bodice thingy - I'd like to keep things simple and as I've never had a problem with where shoulder straps are positioned, I don't think I really need any padding in this particular area (blush).
Also, what's the deal on "extra lift". I seem to find this advertised as a feature on a lot of BCDs I've been viewing online and embarassed to say that I'm not sure what it's for. I'm not a very big girl and don't carry a lot of lead, nor do I believe in trying to lift objects or other divers with my own BCD, so is there a need for this in my case?
All info gratefully received. Looking forward to meeting all you guys.
Cheers!
PS: Sorry if I've posted this in the wrong place - like I say: be gentle with me, I'm new. :05:
By the way, just wondered if anyone could help me out with a query. I'm about to buy a new BCD and am loathe to make another expensive mistake. I've been mostly diving with a Tigullio TS2 Hover and really don't like it coz it's so heavy and bulky (creating a drag when surface swimming and in my luggage
). I've tried a couple of simpler ScubaPro jackets and felt much more free inwater, but these weren't specifically designed for women (which is what I'd like now). I've also tried out a Halcyon, which I thought was great but think it might cause some problems if I progress to instructor, as I'm hoping to do eventually, due to having quite a different kit design from that used by most students where I've been working.I've got my eye on a SeaQuest Eva, which I like for its simple design and compactness (is that a word?). Unfortunately, I haven't found anywhere that will let me try before I buy. Has anyone used one regularly who could identify potential problems with this BCD?
I know that SeaQuest have updated the model to a Diva, but I'm not keen on buying another BCD with a semi-wing design and don't like the look of the inner-bodice thingy - I'd like to keep things simple and as I've never had a problem with where shoulder straps are positioned, I don't think I really need any padding in this particular area (blush).
Also, what's the deal on "extra lift". I seem to find this advertised as a feature on a lot of BCDs I've been viewing online and embarassed to say that I'm not sure what it's for. I'm not a very big girl and don't carry a lot of lead, nor do I believe in trying to lift objects or other divers with my own BCD, so is there a need for this in my case?
All info gratefully received. Looking forward to meeting all you guys.
Cheers!
PS: Sorry if I've posted this in the wrong place - like I say: be gentle with me, I'm new. :05:
