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DSS Backplate Wing BC Advantages

Benefits of backplate/wing buoyancy compensators :

  • ruggedness and durability - saves you money
  • simplicity, streamlined - less drag in water
  • integrated - carry less ballast (lead weights)
  • balance - backplate spreads ballast over most of your torso enhancing trim
  • freedom - experience unhindered arm movement
  • stable - no tank wobble
  • quick - no straps to tighten on every dive
  • modular - a cinch to add components for your changing dive gear requirements
  • versatile - use for recreational and technical diving
  • convenient - packs smaller for travel
  • infinitely adjustable - custom fit to all body sizes
  • easy maintenance - easier to rinse, faster to dry

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Dive Instrument Bungee Mounts

DSS replacement mount securely retains the diving instrument with an easy snap in fit. Low profile and designed to accept 1/8 in. to 3/16 in. diameter Bungee Cord. Bungee Cord mounted gauges are far easier to don than Buckled straps, and are depth compensating.

Simple, secure, snap in installation, tough elastomeric material, remains flexible at low temperatures.

Allows download of dive computer data without removing the instrument from the mount.

Deep Sea Supply mounts available for the following gauges:

  • Dive Rite Nitek Duo / Trio, Cressi Archimedes (NOT Archimedes II), Tusa IQ-700, Apeks Quantum
  • Uwatec FS-1 Compass
  • Uwatec Digital Bottom Timers, DIGITAL 330m
  • Aladin Tec/Tec 2G / Prime, Subgear XP10
  • Suunto Vyper / Vyper 2 / Vytec,DS / Gekko /Air / HelO2 / Zoop
  • Suunto SK7 Compass
  • Oceanic VT3 / VT Pro / Versa Pro / Atmos Elite / Elite T3 / Atmos 2
  • Liquivision X1
  • Pelagic (Oceanic / Aeris / Sherwood) compasses

Philippines distributor Hydrofit Scuba

DSS Glide Harness Adapter makes getting in and out of your hogarthian rig easier

Some people prefer their hog harness to be 'bondage' tight.  This makes a backplate/wing buoyancy compensator a bit harder to put on and off, though I must say that with little practice it becomes second nature.  In this post I will not get into the techniques of getting in and out of your bc in and out of the water; neither will I discuss the many merits of a hogarthian harness on a technical bcd.

There is an argument from hog harness detractors that in a rescue of an unconscious diver wearing a hog rig, it may be difficult to remove the equipment.  Proponents argue back saying the webbing can quickly be cut by a knife in such a situation.  Along comes the Deep Sea Supply glide harness adapter which should finally settle the dispute and hopefully satisfy everyone.

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Dive Central a Well Stocked Scuba Shop in Makati

Dive Central Asia scuba store sells Hydrofit Scuba gear.  They stock Deep Sea Supply (DSS), Heser and Light Monkey products.  They are located at the 2nd Floor, RM-1A Creekside Building,  Amorsolo corner V.A. Rufino Streets, Makati City, Philippines (Near Makati Cinema Square Mall, View map).  Parking is free and readily available, friendly dive professionals can assist you for any querries.  

Shopping for Christmas gifts for your diver love ones?  Visit Dive Central, they carry all sorts of scuba equipment and accessories.

My Gear

I thought it would be a good idea to share the brands and models of scuba equipment I use in a tropical island setting.  My first criteria in choosing personal gear is fit and comfort.  But beyond these, my selection weighs in durability because I do hundreds of dives per year.  Availability of parts and service in the Philippines.  Performance on the function of the gear figures highly too.  The latter includes consideration of: streamlining, modularity, interoperability with other gear, functionality on emergency situations and price.

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