Hi all,
I'm a relatively new diver getting my first full set of equipment. For buoyancy control, I've decided to get a BP/W setup, especially as I like the flexibility it provides to customize and grow with my diving in the future.
Specifically I'm looking at the starter setup from Dive Gear Express - DGX Custom - DGX Singles Harness / Backplate / Wing Package | Dive Gear Express®
I have a few questions. First, is this a solid gear setup to start with? Any other BP/W suggestions? I am not opposed to spending more for quality now but I'd lean towards starting more basic and upgrading later as I learn.
Second, is the 30 lb lift sufficient for my purposes? At least initially, the most intense diving I expect is cold saltwater diving with a 7mm wetsuit and up to a 120cf steel single tank down to ~100'. It may also include a small 20-40cf pony setup. For reference I'm ~6' and 200 pounds. In the medium term I may go to max recreational depth.
Third, and related to the above question, should I get the ss backplate or go for aluminum? Ideally I'd like to be able to use the BP/W setup for most wetsuit diving scenarios (warm/cold, fresh/salt) and I do not mind using a dive belt if necessary.
Thanks ahead of time for the advice and responses, they are much appreciated!
I'm a relatively new diver getting my first full set of equipment. For buoyancy control, I've decided to get a BP/W setup, especially as I like the flexibility it provides to customize and grow with my diving in the future.
Specifically I'm looking at the starter setup from Dive Gear Express - DGX Custom - DGX Singles Harness / Backplate / Wing Package | Dive Gear Express®
I have a few questions. First, is this a solid gear setup to start with? Any other BP/W suggestions? I am not opposed to spending more for quality now but I'd lean towards starting more basic and upgrading later as I learn.
Second, is the 30 lb lift sufficient for my purposes? At least initially, the most intense diving I expect is cold saltwater diving with a 7mm wetsuit and up to a 120cf steel single tank down to ~100'. It may also include a small 20-40cf pony setup. For reference I'm ~6' and 200 pounds. In the medium term I may go to max recreational depth.
Third, and related to the above question, should I get the ss backplate or go for aluminum? Ideally I'd like to be able to use the BP/W setup for most wetsuit diving scenarios (warm/cold, fresh/salt) and I do not mind using a dive belt if necessary.
Thanks ahead of time for the advice and responses, they are much appreciated!