With my impending trimix training on the horizon, I am looking to go argon for my drysuit.
I have been looking specifically at the Highland system, and the DUI system.
What I mostly like about the highland system is that I can buy the parts in pieces including choosing a tank size. I don't plan on buying a mounting harness in favor of mounting it on my backplate with piece of webbing and shock cord. I like the idea of getting a larger tank (14ft3) so that I can get in a few dives before filling, and to prepare for longer dives in caves when I might be up and down a bit more.
On the DUI system, I like that the valve handwheel comes straight off instead of at a 90 degree angle. Seems like slightly less of a snagging hazard, but probably minor.
Based on this, I have a couple of main questions, but appreciate any feedback
1. is a 14ft3 too big, and should I consider a 6 or 8, and only get a 14 when I actually need the extra gas?
2. is the handwheel on the DUI system harder (or easier) to manipulate when suited up?
I have been looking specifically at the Highland system, and the DUI system.
What I mostly like about the highland system is that I can buy the parts in pieces including choosing a tank size. I don't plan on buying a mounting harness in favor of mounting it on my backplate with piece of webbing and shock cord. I like the idea of getting a larger tank (14ft3) so that I can get in a few dives before filling, and to prepare for longer dives in caves when I might be up and down a bit more.
On the DUI system, I like that the valve handwheel comes straight off instead of at a 90 degree angle. Seems like slightly less of a snagging hazard, but probably minor.
Based on this, I have a couple of main questions, but appreciate any feedback
1. is a 14ft3 too big, and should I consider a 6 or 8, and only get a 14 when I actually need the extra gas?
2. is the handwheel on the DUI system harder (or easier) to manipulate when suited up?