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Diving about 12-14 dives in a year. Good BC.

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My first BCD, works great for me. Instructor couldn,t beleave the deal I got..

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I wanted my own BCD so that each dive is the same. Every rental unit is always a little different. This BCD is great and a tremendous bargain. The only feature it doesn't have is integrate weights but for the price you can't beat it.

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I bought this for my girl friend to begin with and she loves it. The BC is easy to adjust and I think is a great BC for first time divers and those who a just starting out.

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I have gone on 17 dives with this BCD. I have had problems with it shifting and rubbing on my neck. Not sure what the problem is, but it is annoying at best.

I will probably order another BCD with an integrated weight system. It is less to put on and take off, and you don't have to ratchet a weight-belt to you so tightly to compensate for your wetsuit compressing at depth.

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ive used this bc a few times now.. and i think it's great.. so easy to use and it's simple so you dont have to worry about all of those little things breaking

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realy enjoyed vest,

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I've used far worse systems at two or three times the price. Robust and simple to maintain. Can't go wrong for general sport diving activities. Lack of integrated weights keeps it simple and easy to pack and travel.

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Comfortable, very adjustable, deflates quickly, came with low pressure hose, lots of clips, shipped amazingly quick. Thanks Leisure Pro.

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This product is very easy for user and confortable

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This was my first BCD and I have not been disappointed. It was a great fit and I was surprised at the quality for the price. I have had no problems with it and would highly recommend it to anyone.

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I use this mostly for recreational diving and its a simple but rugged BC. The SS D-rings are handy and a great feature for an entry level BC. Ideally a warm water recreational diving BC but I have mounted twin 12L tanks using a bracket on a decompression wreck dive at 54m and had decent lift even while carrying a heavy camera. Also used it on a 60m dive without problems. Doesnt rate with a proper tech rig but its not meant to be one. A great BC considering the price.

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Good BCD with simple and effective usage.
My first - and can tell is well made and will last for a while! used on 10+ dives and provides ample lift and expelation of air on decent.
Four Air outlets - Inflator - inflator hose - right rear top - right rear lower.
Definately Recomend and for such a low price why not!

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This is a good BCD for the recreational diver. for the money, a person will not find a better BCD!

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out of the box and in the water in no time, its great.

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It is a good fit. There are easily accesible pockets and sturdy adjustable straps.

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Living in AZ, I do not dive as much as I would like, however there are lakes here that I dive every chance I get. I have had no problems what so ever with this BC.

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This is a great BC if you don't like integrated wieghts. I don't...
This product is a well made no frills getter done piece of equipment and looks good to boot.
Streamlined and comfortable fit make this a great choice for anything but specialty diving or extreme conditions.
It's actually just what I wanted! No kidding...

Good Diving

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I have been diving for the past ten years and I always recommend this product. these jackets are very durable and easy to use. you can take it off and on during your dive, plus having the pull strings to adjust bouyancy is a great idea.
never leave home without it.

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I was use to a hard pack with the fixed handle but I have adjusted to this quite well. The price is good considering what you get. You have to set the strap a little closer to the neck of the tank to avoid nocking your nogan on the yoke.

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Nice BCD. Only thing missing is a strap or loop in the back that would allow someone to carry the bcd with a tank.

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I bought 2 BCDs for my student divers after trying similar ones in our dive center. It is very simple, comfortable, and an excellent BCD for the money. For a wetsuit it is very effective in bouyancy capacity and Very easy to control bouyancy and trim. Inflator worked well. It took a couple of dives to get used to it but once I did I hardly noticed having it on. I wish it had a couple more D rings. The pockets are roomy and easily accessed.

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Great price for a good entry-level BCD. Had no problem finding D-rings or pockets for all my hoses, spare-air, etc... Buoyancy inflated was excellent, and the BCD performed exactly as a BCD should. My only complaint has been some difficulty in adjusting the straps so it doesn't ride up - that'll just take some time to get the hang of I suspect.

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My wife and I dive 3-4 weeks each winter and tired of using worn out rental gear.These BCD's fit and perform well,and for the price,just 2 winters holiday rentals would pay for them.

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used by dive students, all of whom like the way it fit

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wonderful buy! very well made for the price

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is very good

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Excellent BCD for the price.

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i did think of one thing, to obtain boyancy, the cords ar hard to pull

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This is quite a basic BCD but it it is a good size for travelling and dos exactly what it is supposed to do.

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I've been shopping for a travel friendly BCD. The Mares Vector Origin was perfect. Today, few people would consider a BCD without the integrated weight system, but I don't need one when I travel. Resorts always provide weights and belts so why not pack a BCD that is lighter and less bulky? The Mares was the perfect solution -- lightweight without giving up durability and lower cost.

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Very good BCD for rental & beginners,very durable,metal rings.That's my son BCD in Dominican Republic.

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This is the first new BC I have owned in many years and it is probably the best fitting BC I have used. As good if not better than BC's costing double !!

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I have been using the Mares Vector BCDs for rental gear for years because you can not wear them out and they hold up well under thousands of dives. I recently ordered 2 new BCDs. During the first week of use the velcro on the left shoulder that holds the inflator hose started to frazzle at the edge. I think that Mares has started using lower quality materials in the product. I guess in a year or so I will know for sure.

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Iam a advance divers in Venezuela; my equipmend is very basic, but is perfect for that conditions

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This BC is a great buy for beginners. It is just your basic BC, but I love mine. This is the first one that I have bought and it works perfect for me. It is comfortable and gets the job done. I would definately recommend this to anyone who wants a basic, no extra features, BC.

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BCD works perfectly so far, easy to adjust bouyancy. tank strap is very snug, shoulder straps and hip strap adjust easily. only con is that the pockets are not very easily reached, so it helps to have a lanyard on everything to get it out of the pockets. and you can't beat the price.

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It works very well, lift is not to fast and very easy to dump air.

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This BC works great. I liked the metal D-rings and the adjustablility with the straps. Works very well.

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the best bcd for the buck.

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This BCD is a great value because it is comfortable and durable for a low price.

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Purchased one of these as part of my son's first kit, great entry level BCD. Can't go wrong for the price.

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It is great to travel with, light and compact. Comfortable, easy to use and great price.

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If I had to, I'd buy it again

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Extremely good quality BCD

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I had this BCD for over a year now and haven't had any problems with it. It is just a little lower quality BCD then if you paid more money for one.

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Real great entry level BC that even a Pro would use. Strong, durable material and looks good too.

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Great entry level BC that even a pro would use. Looks good too!

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I really have found this vest to be more than great for any beginner diver. The price is right and the vest itself is very easy to use. While doing my training I definitely had the best gear over the other students using rentals, and the best part was I was able to go diving the morning with no hassles.

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Great BC. size was a large and I am 6ft 215lbs with large shoulders. I needed to open straps to get in and out but size was fine.
went to the resort and seen the same one at the dive shop for rent. Nice to see it will hold up to a lot of dives.

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This is a great BC for anyone from beginner to advanced. It has a shoulder exhaust which is great, and includes small, sometimes unnoticeable things like a cap for the quick disconnect and a whistle.

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This BCD doesn't have alot of extras at all but it performed it's designed function well. The price was great and the quality of the product very good.

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The BC works great it is very comfortable and adjusts easily. When it is aired up you are sitting in the water level none of this face down stuff like a lot of other bc's

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Thanks[...] Mares for having a wonderful, easy to use, and rugged product that got me under the water and exploring the many wonders of the sea...with out exploring the bottom of my wallet.Love the productLove the price

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Auto inflator leaks causing vest to inflate during dive within 10 min. Could use some pocket zippers also Overall construction felt bulky

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Just finished 6 days of diving with this product
It's a great entry level B/C
Easy to adjust, comfortable and simple to use.

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Works great. Easy to travel with. Very easy in and out. Easy to adjust.

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I'm diving instructor from QATAR and i have been use this BCD more thin 2 years in my training Bothe open water and swimming pool , less maintains and very good price

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I had reservations of buying a BC until most dive shops began to charge day rents for them. This was a great buy. It works, it is light, and with weight restrictions on bags, it fit wll in my bag, and with all the equip, we stayed way under the 50 LB limit. The other very expensive BC's all weigh more. [...]

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i bought it after using the same model in egypt tough the one i used there had heavier material and fit better in the same size

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This BC is tough, reliable, fits well. It is compact so it packs well. Great for travel, when you use provided weight belts. It has upper and lower air dump; a good safety feature.

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Dive Rarotonga use these BCD's in there hire pool, and I was amazed by the features and comfort that they provided.
I eventually bought one after returning from holidays and I have been very happy on every single dive for the past 2 years.

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This BC is a greay buy. It is easy to use and has the wonderful feature of allowing the diver to let air out of the BC in places other than at the inflator hose. This allows you to adjust the air in the BC with out raising your hose up and taking your eyes off of the sites.