DSS Backplate and Transplate Harness question

[diverjen]

Nice, I just saw this and was going to say "listen to Tobin". ..

We have a very similar setup and I am sure you will love it!

 

[DiverJohnATL]

Exact same setup I chose as my first BP/W-style BC, probably because you told Tobin something about your anticipated diving that was pretty similar to what I told him about mine. It couldn't be simpler. I can't see ever going back to a jacket-style BC--just too much unnecessary stuff.

Im hoping I like it as I anticipate I will. Going from a vest to back inflate was heaven. I'm hoping the simple hog harness feels even more freeing. Usually why I don't wear exposure suits I love feeling all natural in the water if that makes any sense. I've always liked swimming underwater even as a kid. If they can ever figure out a way to make it feel like you're a kid in a pool with only a bathing suit on or hell nothing at all....that would be amazing.

If you are very narrow across the shoulders, the harness may dig into your upper arms. I solved that by crossing my straps behind my neck when I wove the harness; it also keeps the straps from falling off your shoulders.

Thanks TS. I could only wish that being narrow was a problem lol. I actually have fairly broad shoulders for a little guy. I will keep in mind the crossing them. Would you mind posting a picture of your harness weave?

Nice, I just saw this and was going to say "listen to Tobin". ..

We have a very similar setup and I am sure you will love it!

Yeah I listened to Tobin. Not that you really have a choice in the matter. He snapped at me once I apparently wasn't answering his questions in the way he wanted it felt like a I talk you listen kinda convo. Not something us southerners are keen on but he supposedly makes a very good product and comes highly recommended from the community. Looking forward to getting it