Zeagle single bpw thoughts

[emmitt96]

After many years of diving, I am ready to move to a bpw setup. I will be diving a single hp100. I have decided that I want a ss backplate and a 30# doughnut wing. I have researched many different brands, but I am leaning toward Zeagle. I have used a Ranger Ltd for several years, and have been very happy with it. Is anyone have experience with the Zeagle bpw, or any thoughts? Thanks

 

[tbone1004]

if you're happy with Zeagle and want to stay with them, don't worry about it, just do it. I think there are more cost effective options, especially now that they're owned by Huish.
With DSS moving right now, I think one of the best deals on the market now for cost/quality is coming from Vintage Double Hose. @OWIC647 has taken a phenomenal product on the market and kept the price reasonable

 

[Tournesol2000]

I bought the combo BPW. 30lb doughnut and alum backplate. single piece harness.
It works, does the job just fine. I have only been in pools with it, not deep ocean though.
Should note that customer service at Zeagle is bad!

 

[runsongas]

the zeagle is decently made. scubatoys can sell you a package around 460 for a 30lb donut and ss plate. can't confirm that they still make everything in the US anymore though, so i would consider a dive rite in that price range also.

 

[ams511]

I was never a big fan of Zeagle's BP/W setups because they were a bit weird in design and setup. Looking at the 30 lb wing, it seems to be of a conventional design so it should be fine. As Tbone mentioned there are other wings out there that may be a better value.

 

[The Chairman]

Zeagle makes a hybrid system called the Express Tech. It's the best of BP&W and BCD. It's pretty darn cheap and my go-to system unless I'm sporting doubles.

 

[Tournesol2000]

Zeagle makes a hybrid system called the Express Tech. It's the best of BP&W and BCD. It's pretty darn cheap and my go-to system unless I'm sporting doubles.

That is why I went with Zeagle.

 

[EdC]

Another vote for the Express Tech, light, comfortable and with the addition of the zip on weight pockets its even better.

Zeagle Express Tech Deluxe BC Open Box/Demo/Like New

 

[emmitt96]

After reading Tbone's response I did some research, and spoke to Bryan at VDH. I like the fact that the Argonaut Backplate/Wing Package is made in the USA, and I like to support local business. I looked at Deep 6, but did not like that the rig was made in China. I did like DSS, but I can't wait 6+ months. Dive Rite is local for me, but not exactly what I am looking for. I really like Halcyon, but refuse to pay nearly double. I am heavily leaning toward VDH. Does anyone have any thoughts. I have been diving since 86, and am ready to make the bpw switch. I have no plans to get into technical diving. I do like the simple open freeness of movement, and ease of trim.

 

[tbone1004]

@emmitt96 the VDH is good stuff. You won't be disappointed. Bryan's cs is great as well.

@The Chairman it is stupid that Dive Rite discontinued the hunterpac. It was one of the best products they've released in years....