Riptide Zone Bc - Great Group

[evil_xander]

Possibly a dumb newbie question, but what's the advantage of using a backplate with a single tank?

Well, since there's a 90% chance that your BC of choice already has some kind of a plate in it, usually plastic, hidden/covered with padding, yes, a dumb newbie question.

Stability, and if of stainless steel sort, for better weight distribution.

 

[THX1138]

Hello Spimon: Still enjoying my RipTide Zone BCD years later. Always get positive comments from other divers, especially when I tell them the cost.

Enjoy the good comments, ignore the rest. John

 

[Scuba.com]

Here are some of the specs for the Omega Zone II BC:
Integrated Weight System - 40 lbs capacity (up to 30 lbs Diver releasable - up to 10 lbs non-diver releasable trim weights for improved weight distribution and balance)
10 stainless steel D-rings (2 Pre-Bent)
Contoured shoulder straps for comfort
Depth-compensating cummerbund
Adjustable air cell retractor system for less drag
Accepts all backplates for doubles
Carry handle
Two convenient dump valves
Twin tank bands for single tanks included
Tank height adjuster strap
Padded lumbar support and backpack pad
Utility pocket on front of cummerbund
1000 Denier
SIZES/LIFT: One size fits all/60lbs
Buy Omega Zone II BC H04888 with reviews at scuba.com

 

[OmegaAquatics]

Please check out this press release from right before DEMA back in October:

(Divenewswire)

More on BCs initially developed by Riptide which are part of Omega Aquatics line, here:

(Omega Aquatics)
These products and others can be viewed at following shows:

(Omega Aquatics)

Be a Rebel, Dive Omega!