Like Netmage, I can speak from some of my personal experience.
My primary wing is a DR Classic wing that I have had since I started diving double tanks. At times, I have to use a little "creative body positioning" to get the bubble out of the wing. I know that it stands up to a ton of abuse and works great. It also provides enough lift for me to dive double E8-130's with two deco bottles.
It traps too much air to dive single tanks. So, my other wing is a DR Venture wing. That wing traps virtually no air and provides just enough lift to dive single tanks.
Keep in mind that I am counting on my drysuit as a back-up BC. As a result, any damaged wing would not be the end of the world.
I do agree that in an emergency, I make the classic wing work by trapping an air bubble more readily than I could the other. But, the day that I can't swim up one tank wouldn't be a happy day for me either.
Horseshoe vs Donut...
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Posted 06 February 2007 - 09:07 AM
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Posted 06 February 2007 - 10:33 PM
When I researched my halcyon I was happy that it is a donut to not trap air.
it dives great
Halcyon makes a donut for doubles now and I am planning on looking at it soon
it dives great
Halcyon makes a donut for doubles now and I am planning on looking at it soon
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Posted 06 February 2007 - 11:21 PM
Jeff, I've used both Halcyon's donut wings. They are, without doubt, the best balanced wings I have ever used.
I will disclaim this. I do NOT wear a weightbelt so that does make a difference. Those who do, might well prefer a different shape of wing.
I will disclaim this. I do NOT wear a weightbelt so that does make a difference. Those who do, might well prefer a different shape of wing.
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Posted 07 February 2007 - 05:07 PM
my pioneer is halcyon integrated
I'm thinking of trying the dui weight harness, the doubles wing will be for my 72's and 80's fresh and salt.
I'm thinking of trying the dui weight harness, the doubles wing will be for my 72's and 80's fresh and salt.
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Posted 07 February 2007 - 06:00 PM
Side note/off-topic: if you are diving doubles, instead of putting a weight harness with weight under your backplate harness why not look into a v-weight? You may find advatanges in less gear bulk and more streamlined distribution of weight. v-weights are sold in many of our local dive shops. One of the more common "weight makers" is actually out of Klamath Falls. If none of the shops are near you carry them or are familiar with them for educated comments (most shops will degrade what they don't know, don't carry, or don't personally dive - that's a lot of don'ts, so I say "don't" take thatI'm thinking of trying the dui weight harness, the doubles wing will be for my 72's and 80's fresh and salt.
), I recommend stopping by Hoodsport n' Dive and talk with Ron.Back to our topic at hand...
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Once in a while, it is good to step back, take a breath, and remember to be humble. You'll never know it all - ScubaDadMiami. If you aren't afraid of dying, there is nothing you can't achieve - Lao-tzu. One dog barks at something, the rest bark at him - Chinese Proverb.
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