I find it an entertaining diversion to open any threads along the lines of "Getting my first BCD......" The object of my little game is to see how long it takes for someone to suggest a BP/W. There are extra points for the suggestion when a poster clearly says they want a certain type or brand of BCD or has limited funds (BP/Ws are not usually cheap).
This one happened in one response, but it took a full two hours. On the other hand the request was for a hybrid bcd, so this was a contender but not a winner.
In response to a request for a ladies hybrid BCD that doesn't cost too much, I am not a lady but I recently helped my wife select a BCD and from that experience would tell you that at least new, Scubapro and Seaquest will be expensive, Zeagle doesn't do a hybrid and you might want to look at Oceanic/Aeris. It is best if you can try on whatever you are interested in. Scubatoys might have a used one and you should consider calling them. You may want to post a WTB in the classifieds. If you decide what you want you can also check for a deal on Ebay.
I assume your desire for a hybrid is either based on some experience with them or research you have done, so I won't get into that. Good luck.
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