I am a novice diver (11 dives so far) and will be doing recreational diving only - probably about 20 dives per year in warm water locations.
I purchased an Aqualung Zuma, and for the most part it has been good - easy to pack, light weight, keeps me in a good position, etc. The downside is the bladder is not protected and like others have reported, it suffered some abrasion (not sure how) and it now leaks. I could try patching it, but I suspect this will just keep happening. I read some reviews where this was reported and I said to myself, I'll just be very careful (I know, I know - I should have paid attention to the warnings).
I would like recommendations on travel BCs. Important to me are easy to pack - I want to be able to put in my carry-on. I'm not as concerned about weight. The Zuma is a back inflate style and I want something similar. I do want to have an integrated weight system.
Suggestions?
Thanks,
Trptman
I purchased an Aqualung Zuma, and for the most part it has been good - easy to pack, light weight, keeps me in a good position, etc. The downside is the bladder is not protected and like others have reported, it suffered some abrasion (not sure how) and it now leaks. I could try patching it, but I suspect this will just keep happening. I read some reviews where this was reported and I said to myself, I'll just be very careful (I know, I know - I should have paid attention to the warnings).
I would like recommendations on travel BCs. Important to me are easy to pack - I want to be able to put in my carry-on. I'm not as concerned about weight. The Zuma is a back inflate style and I want something similar. I do want to have an integrated weight system.
Suggestions?
Thanks,
Trptman