Black Diamond Necklace
Q.I think I have narrowed it down to SeaQuest Balance with integrated 2nd/knife, Black Diamond with integrated 2nd/knife or the Zeagle Ranger. For my wife SeaQuest Libra XL with integrated 2nd and knife. For the reg I think we have been talked into the ScubaPro MX25S600. What do you experienced divers think? The Dive computer is the Sherwood AI Wisdom with QD, Compass and software package. Is this a good computer? The total package price including tax for the Black Diamond or Libra is $1727. Is this a good price? The total package price including tax for the Balance is $1679. Should I choose the Black Diamond for such a little difference? We are new to diving and for now are doing rec stuff only. However; I want very good equipment that works well and will last a long long time and also expand with my skill level. Is this going to fill my wants/needs or am I spending alot of additional money for nothing? Also, all of this equipment is from a Dealer with full warranties.
A.Another alternative, one that's been popular lately, is a necklaced alternate, a second stage on a slightly shorter than standard hose, that is held directly under your chin by a thin bungie necklace. More than any other configuration, you always know exactly where your alternate is. Most that use the necklaced alternate, also use a long primary hose, 6, 7 feet or more. Unless you learned with one, I don't recommend a long hose just yet. I suggest getting used to everything else and then giving the long hose a try. Hoses are cheap enough that most can afford to make a mistake or two. Other equipment isn't. I use Oceanic Computers, which means I don't know squat about Sherwood computers. Do some homework if you consider either a Suunto or Cochran computer. There are issues with both and an informed decision is likely to be better than an uninformed one. I'm not saying not to buy either, only to do some research into them before you do. It sounds high, but it's been quite a while since I last bought equipment. Check the sarrantees carefully. Scuba Pro, for example, used to warrantee parts normally replaced during annual service. They may still do so. That's a substantial savings.
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