90lb wing?

[tbone1004]

Hey guys,

Just wanted to get some perspective on 90lb wing. My current tech setup BP&W harness with a 60lb wing for 4 cylinders (back-mount twins and 2 stage tanks). I have an opportunity to get a 90 lb wing in a very reasonable price. As I am helpless to fight this gear addiction on my own, I wanted have a rational argument before I decide.
So, I was wondering if anyone really use a 90lb lift capacity unless they are hauling a Spanish anchor from the bottom? Or if I use a 90lb wing, would I be that guy on the boat nobody will have beer with?

Can you kind folks provide some perspective from your experiences?
Thanks in advance

90lb is unnecessary, and unsafe if you are hauling a Spanish anchor from the bottom. BCD=buoyancy compensation device. Its name describes exactly what it is there for, compensate for buoyancy. Buoyancy changes due to exposure protection, and as you consume gas in your tanks. It should NEVER be used to lift something off of the bottom, that is what lift bags are for...
90lb wing is as ridiculous as the picture that @loosenit2 posted...

 

[Abhijit Roy]

hey...you never know...have to be prepared LOL.

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Is that Ahmed Gabr? He needs that lift even without those many tanks! Certain parts of his body is made of solid lead....

 

[Abhijit Roy]

Would help with social distancing........

LOL..yeah!!

 

[tbone1004]

Is that Ahmed Gabr? He needs that lift even without those many tanks! Certain parts of his body is made of solid lead....

it is, but I wouldn't use him as a role model for safe diving...

 

[MaxBottomtime]

 

[dalee2]

At least if the boat ever sinks, you’ll have an extra life raft.

 

[BoundForElsewhere]

If you fill it with helium you could be a blimp.

 

[Panther1880]

Don't know. May be that's why I am getting it at a reasonable price ;-)

Bricks are available for reasonable prices too. That's no reason to take them diving either ;-)
What would be a reason for you to dive such a piece of equipment?

 

[BoundForElsewhere]

What would be a reason for you to dive such a piece of equipment?

Someone made it.

 

[SandyRobinson]

If you plan to carry enough tanks for a 90# wing, it may be time for a rebreather.