Neg. Buoyance in Hogarthian rig

[Sherbear]

steel or aluminum backplate?
steel or aluminum tank?

How much weight did you wear before switching to the backplate?

How much weight are you wearing with the backplate?

I have found that I am also negative with my backplate when I'm in a 3mm suit. I have a 6lbs SS backplate and a STA and find that I'm heavier than normal in that setup. I basically have to add a little more air then normal for that setup to remain neutral.

I'm going to be in a dry suit this weekend in my backplate so we'll find out how well that works. I typically wear about 2 - 4 pounds more in my drysuit, so it should turn out about right.

Hi,

My suggestion would be to take a trip to the Portland Quarry's in Portland, Ct and take a bouyancy 1 course with Ed Hayes, who teaches the course and it is amazing! I am a new diver and without this course, probably would not dive again if not for this course. It woud answer all your questions that you are asking and more. Let me know if you want more info. By the way, his is listed on the board as Ed Hayes.

http://www.brownstonepark.com/