Wanted - Bargain wing for singles use

**jb2cool** · January 2nd, 2006, 02:00 AM

I currently have a Dive Rite Recwing and it looks like it's a wee bit big for diving singles (What i'm mainly going to be doing). I'm looking to either buy another wing for singles or trade my current wing for a suitable alternative.

I have DIR'd this wing as much as possible by replacing the shoulder dump with a plain elbow, removing the gusset control system (Bungee) and taking the knob off the hip dump.

Anyone interested or with advice on what to buy then let me know.

Divingniknaks · January 2nd, 2006, 11:42 AM

Biased I know but how about this ?

http://www.divingniknaks.com/proddetail.php?prod=90002

Help ?

Cheers

**jb2cool** · January 2nd, 2006, 11:58 AM

I did see that and it looks good but i wanted other opinions as well. Also, their site is down so i can't get any further info on it.

So far, i think my choices are

Agir Brokk Blackbird
Halcyon Eclipse
Halcyon Pioneer
DIRZone Cub Arctic

I like the Halcyon ones bacause of their donut shape but is it worth the extra money? Considering that these wings all have 36lb to 40lb of lift is it really worth swapping my Recwing? That has 50lb of lift.

Rick · January 2nd, 2006, 12:26 PM

I'm assuming you will be doing DIR-F soon and moving towards deeper UK type diving??

If I am right in my assumption, then you will be moving to a twinset pretty soon also!

I would be tempted to hang off on the purchase of a replacement single wing, stay with your techwing in the meantime and keep your cash safe for your new twin wing

HTH

**jb2cool** · January 2nd, 2006, 12:38 PM

ok, i'll stick as i am for now. I have not had any problems with this current wing for diving singes, i was just trying to optimise. I will be moving towards doubles soon though and that'll be when i WILL buy a new wing.

Janos · January 2nd, 2006, 05:38 PM

Don't be too hastey!

The DiveRite Rec Wing is an excellent wing for both singles and twins, and IIRC was what a lot of DIR divers used (modified as you've described) in the UK before others became available.

If you're awash with cash then get a new one, but it is a good wing.

Janos

**jb2cool** · January 2nd, 2006, 05:58 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Janos)

Don't be too hastey!

The DiveRite Rec Wing is an excellent wing for both singles and twins, and IIRC was what a lot of DIR divers used (modified as you've described) in the UK before others became available.

If you're awash with cash then get a new one, but it is a good wing.

Janos

Nice to know. I'm not all that rich at the moment so i think i'll sit tight and stay with what i have.

Thanks for the input all

**godivingbelgium** · January 2nd, 2006, 06:31 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by jb2cool)

ok, i'll stick as i am for now. I have not had any problems with this current wing for diving singes, i was just trying to optimise. I will be moving towards doubles soon though and that'll be when i WILL buy a new wing.

Good choice. Just wait to buy the right double wing.
When I started diving doubles, I only use my pioneer on holidays or in the swimming pool.
Next week I'm gone try an evolve.

Winnie

clarktenk · January 11th, 2006, 11:36 PM

Here is another vote for keeping your wreck wing. It is very versatile when it comes to switching between single tank and a set of light doubles. (double aluminum 80's or even high pressure steels). I actually used one for a couple of years like this before moving up to LP 104's and sitching to A halcyon 70 lb lift wing. Oh and yes I still have it. I still stand by my original statement and it often gets used with students either as singles or light set of doubles. One of the most enduring peices of gear I have ever bought.

Good Luck Dive Safe

***Bob Cooper*** · January 12th, 2006, 12:00 AM

Quote: (Originally Posted by jb2cool)

I have DIR'd this wing as much as possible by replacing the shoulder dump with a plain elbow, removing the gusset control system (Bungee) and taking the knob off the hip dump.

I did exactly this with a DiveRite recwing and did Cave 1 with it in the late 90's. It's OK but wouldn't float me and double 104's full of nitrox, so I borrowed a 55lb Halcyon wing.

I've still got the recwing and it works fine for 2x12's diving in UK.

January 2nd, 2006, 02:00 AM	#1 (permalink)
jb2cool (Online) Padawan learner Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Posts: 796	Wanted - Bargain wing for singles use I currently have a Dive Rite Recwing and it looks like it's a wee bit big for diving singles (What i'm mainly going to be doing). I'm looking to either buy another wing for singles or trade my current wing for a suitable alternative. I have DIR'd this wing as much as possible by replacing the shoulder dump with a plain elbow, removing the gusset control system (Bungee) and taking the knob off the hip dump. Anyone interested or with advice on what to buy then let me know. __________________ http://jb2cool.bulldoghome.com

January 2nd, 2006, 11:42 AM	#2 (permalink)
Divingniknaks(Offline) Resident purveyor of shiney kit.... Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Midlands UK Posts: 1,038	Biased I know but how about this ? http://www.divingniknaks.com/proddetail.php?prod=90002 Help ? Cheers __________________ Phill ----------------------------- Salvo Lights, DirZone Gear , Frog Wings Dive ? http://www.divingniknaks.com

January 2nd, 2006, 11:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
jb2cool (Online) Padawan learner Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Posts: 796	I did see that and it looks good but i wanted other opinions as well. Also, their site is down so i can't get any further info on it. So far, i think my choices are Agir Brokk Blackbird Halcyon Eclipse Halcyon Pioneer DIRZone Cub Arctic I like the Halcyon ones bacause of their donut shape but is it worth the extra money? Considering that these wings all have 36lb to 40lb of lift is it really worth swapping my Recwing? That has 50lb of lift. __________________ http://jb2cool.bulldoghome.com

January 2nd, 2006, 12:26 PM	#4 (permalink)
Rick(Offline) Jock Exley Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Falkirk/Stratford UK Posts: 730	I'm assuming you will be doing DIR-F soon and moving towards deeper UK type diving?? If I am right in my assumption, then you will be moving to a twinset pretty soon also! I would be tempted to hang off on the purchase of a replacement single wing, stay with your techwing in the meantime and keep your cash safe for your new twin wing HTH __________________ Forget Everything And Remember http://phreaticzone.thedeepstop.com/ http://www.dublinbaydiving.com/

January 2nd, 2006, 12:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
jb2cool (Online) Padawan learner Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Posts: 796	ok, i'll stick as i am for now. I have not had any problems with this current wing for diving singes, i was just trying to optimise. I will be moving towards doubles soon though and that'll be when i WILL buy a new wing. __________________ http://jb2cool.bulldoghome.com

January 2nd, 2006, 05:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
Janos(Offline) "Two Sheds" Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 400	Don't be too hastey! The DiveRite Rec Wing is an excellent wing for both singles and twins, and IIRC was what a lot of DIR divers used (modified as you've described) in the UK before others became available. If you're awash with cash then get a new one, but it is a good wing. Janos __________________ You can lead a horse to water but you can't climb a ladder with a large bell in both hands - Vic Reeves www.hellfins.com/shed

January 2nd, 2006, 05:58 PM	#7 (permalink)
jb2cool (Online) Padawan learner Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Posts: 796	Quote: (Originally Posted by Janos) Don't be too hastey! The DiveRite Rec Wing is an excellent wing for both singles and twins, and IIRC was what a lot of DIR divers used (modified as you've described) in the UK before others became available. If you're awash with cash then get a new one, but it is a good wing. Janos Nice to know. I'm not all that rich at the moment so i think i'll sit tight and stay with what i have. Thanks for the input all __________________ http://jb2cool.bulldoghome.com

January 2nd, 2006, 06:31 PM	#8 (permalink)
godivingbelgium(Offline) Supporting Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Erpe, Belgium Posts: 25	Quote: (Originally Posted by jb2cool) ok, i'll stick as i am for now. I have not had any problems with this current wing for diving singes, i was just trying to optimise. I will be moving towards doubles soon though and that'll be when i WILL buy a new wing. Good choice. Just wait to buy the right double wing. When I started diving doubles, I only use my pioneer on holidays or in the swimming pool. Next week I'm gone try an evolve. Winnie __________________ Winnie DIR-equipment in Belgium: Halcyon, Salvo Diving, Dir-Zone Info & webshop: www.godivingbelgium.be

January 11th, 2006, 11:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
clarktenk(Offline) New Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: London, Ontario Canada Posts: 36	Here is another vote for keeping your wreck wing. It is very versatile when it comes to switching between single tank and a set of light doubles. (double aluminum 80's or even high pressure steels). I actually used one for a couple of years like this before moving up to LP 104's and sitching to A halcyon 70 lb lift wing. Oh and yes I still have it. I still stand by my original statement and it often gets used with students either as singles or light set of doubles. One of the most enduring peices of gear I have ever bought. Good Luck Dive Safe

January 12th, 2006, 12:00 AM	#10 (permalink)
*Bob Cooper*(Offline) Moderator - "Don't stop me now!" Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: South East London, UK Posts: 680	Quote: (Originally Posted by jb2cool) I have DIR'd this wing as much as possible by replacing the shoulder dump with a plain elbow, removing the gusset control system (Bungee) and taking the knob off the hip dump. I did exactly this with a DiveRite recwing and did Cave 1 with it in the late 90's. It's OK but wouldn't float me and double 104's full of nitrox, so I borrowed a 55lb Halcyon wing. I've still got the recwing and it works fine for 2x12's diving in UK.