Question for Zeagle BC Owners
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That's a good point about the weights lol.
And I am going to have to see, feel, compare in person, and test the differences between the Stiletto to get a good feeling for exactly which one is going to work best.
And I am going to have to see, feel, compare in person, and test the differences between the Stiletto to get a good feeling for exactly which one is going to work best.
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Its funny, but he does this so frequently that we kind of overlook the beauty of his attitude and just how special it really is. However, it should be pointed out that Scott is not the exception at Zeagle: they are all great people and I am glad to count them as friends. Dennis, the owner is an Eagle Scout and continues to "Do a Good Turn Daily" well into his adult life. You just can't go wrong with great people putting out a great product. Zeagle Rocks!
Ok Im going to cut through all the thread as I really dont have time to read all the responses. If I double post something already said then I apologize in advance. The Zeagle Ranger ltd I have has been an astronomical in its durabilty. as far as the rip cord system is concerned it is not difficult to pull with your left hand too. Though this is not one of the funnest things to do is rethread the system its very simple to operate as well.
Zeagle is about as close as I personally know of any other gear to being the perfect set up. The ranger is a cross between a BCD and BPW (though this has become a huge debate in itself)
You cant go wrong with a zeagle though and Scott Zeagle who is the rep on here is a great source of information on their products.
Zeagle is about as close as I personally know of any other gear to being the perfect set up. The ranger is a cross between a BCD and BPW (though this has become a huge debate in itself)
You cant go wrong with a zeagle though and Scott Zeagle who is the rep on here is a great source of information on their products.
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USVet,
You seem to be interested in the Zeagle solution so I wish you luck with that. I do however have another suggestion.
http://tridentdive.com/weights.pdf
The WB33 (which is what I use) or WB45 which a poster called Thalassamania recommends both seem to be suitable for use with the left hand. Thalassamania would recommend the WB45 over the WB33 because the rubber belt would be easier for you to don and to take off and it would not need any adjustment for suit compression. I am happy with the WB33 but I agree with Thal that the WB45 would be better for you.
Both these belts could be used with other equipment as your diving progresses.
Just a suggestion you might want to consider.
You seem to be interested in the Zeagle solution so I wish you luck with that. I do however have another suggestion.
http://tridentdive.com/weights.pdf
The WB33 (which is what I use) or WB45 which a poster called Thalassamania recommends both seem to be suitable for use with the left hand. Thalassamania would recommend the WB45 over the WB33 because the rubber belt would be easier for you to don and to take off and it would not need any adjustment for suit compression. I am happy with the WB33 but I agree with Thal that the WB45 would be better for you.
Both these belts could be used with other equipment as your diving progresses.
Just a suggestion you might want to consider.
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Just to be clear, I use both the WB33 (bottom, for California style wet suit diving) and the WB45 (top, for suits with less shift, like here in Hawaii). Both are excellent solutions for one handed manipulation. I suggest the WB33 because you will not have to tighten in during the dive, but that's possible, one handed, with the WB45.
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You may want to look at this one and see if Scott would make you a special one. It is billed as having the harness and size of the ranger with the smaller bladder. Looks interesting.
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I've read some of the replies. Everyone seems to want to give you a big long answer. So here's the short answer to your original question. The Zeagle rip-cord does release all the weights, except trim weights, with a single pull of the cord. The cord is usually located on the left. I believe they intend for you to reach across with your right hand and pull the handle. But I don't have any problem reaching back with my left hand to pull it. Also, Zeagle is very accomdating about custom orders. If you contact them, they may be able to move the release to the other side, if you want.
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