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An epilogue to this Zuma extravaganza: I had no idea that my simple query about the Zuma would create such an entertaining response.
As mentioned earlier in this thread I did buy a Zuma which promptly broke when I got home. After checking out a few other BC's, I decided on the Zeagle Express Tech with the integrated Zip touch option and (after reading a few posts here) the 2" crotch strap. It'll be $100 more than the Zuma (with the options I purchased), but much more versatile and durable. I can use it for most of the diving I do and perhaps (with a larger bladder) all of the diving I do. I have done some cold water diving on the west coast of BC (Port Hardy) in a dry suit which may not be appropriate for the Express Tech. I'd be curious to know if anyone has dived cold water with the express tech (10C or below).
As mentioned earlier in this thread I did buy a Zuma which promptly broke when I got home. After checking out a few other BC's, I decided on the Zeagle Express Tech with the integrated Zip touch option and (after reading a few posts here) the 2" crotch strap. It'll be $100 more than the Zuma (with the options I purchased), but much more versatile and durable. I can use it for most of the diving I do and perhaps (with a larger bladder) all of the diving I do. I have done some cold water diving on the west coast of BC (Port Hardy) in a dry suit which may not be appropriate for the Express Tech. I'd be curious to know if anyone has dived cold water with the express tech (10C or below).