Questions about this item:
Shopper I'm 6'0" and weigh 225. Would you recommend a L or XL?
LeisurePro S I would recommend the XL.
Shopper 5'9,190 pounds, 35" waist--medium or large?
LeisurePro S I would recommend a large.
Shopper 5' 9", 165lbs, 33" waist, 40" chest. Medium or large?
LeisurePro S I would recommend the medium.
Shopper Is the inflator hose standard, so that it can be used with rented regulators?
LeisurePro S Yes, should be fine with rented equipment.
Shopper Many dump valves does it have and where are the dump valves located?
LeisurePro S In addition to the power inflator, there are two quick dump valves on this BCD-- on on teh right shoulder and one in the rear.
Shopper Does this jacket come with an inflator hose?
LeisurePro S This comes with a LP hose.
Shopper How many tank straps does the Mares Vector have?
LeisurePro S It has 1 strap
Shopper What size do you recommend for me. I'm 6'3" and 235-240lbs.
LeisurePro S I would recommend the XLarge.
Shopper Can you add an alternate air source to the LPI?
Matt L It seems that BCD has an extremely slow leak. What can I do to fix that?
LeisurePro S Yes, but there are very few combo inflators made for Mares BCDs (mares doesn't even make one). Check out ATMSS1S which should fit Mareses.
Shopper does this bcd have a cummerbund or just waisr clips
LeisurePro S The BCD has a cummerbund.
Shopper would this be alright for a women
LeisurePro S Yes, should be fine for a woman.
Shopper What colours are available? Black-blue? Black-Yellow?
LeisurePro S This BC is available only in all black.
Shopper Is this a unisex BC or can I order a women's model?
LeisurePro S Mares does not make this particular BC in a women's model, but the BCD is unisex.
Shopper Is this a soft shell bcd or does it have a plasitc frame and handle under the back pad?
LeisurePro S Has a plastic tank support under the pad.
Shopper Does it hold your air tank?
LeisurePro S Yes this does hold your scuba tank
Shopper what's the weight lifting capcity of this bcd ? 30? 40lbs? mark
LeisurePro S SM-30LB - XL- 38LB
Shopper lift ? and will my air 2 fit this hose?
Shopper is this a weight integrated bc?
LeisurePro S No this is not a weight integrated bc.
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.
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Whats in the box:BCD, LP Quick Disconnect Hose The Vector Origin Buoyancy Compensator by Mares is a full featured jacket style buoyancy compensator. Vector Origin includes a zippered pocket, metal D-rings, two overpressure relief valves, adjustable waistband, Ergo Inflator System and padded backpack. This unique combination of features and comfort includes many deluxe options rarely found on comparably priced models The Mares Vector Origin is the perfect buoyancy vest for the diver who wants basic buoyancy compensation in a package that provides safe and stable cylinder control. The Mares Vector Origin features a classic Mares air cell made from 840 denier Nylon. Popular searches that include this item:vector 840
- The buckle adjustment straps are finished with pull-rings, which are easy to grip even when wearing heavy neoprene gloves
- Ergo inflator
- Padding: Anatomical, neutrally buoyant padding on the backpack
- One swivel hose retainer, guarantees safe and optimal positioning of the console and octopus
| BC Body | 840 Denier nylon | | Buoyancy Bag | 840 Denier fabric - Classic Aircell | | Valves | 2 front, 1 rear | | Pockets | a roomy side pocket with high impact YKK zip and zipper-pull, and another with flap closure, both self-draining | | Shoulder Straps | padded, with anatomical cut | | Stainless Steel Rings | 2 on the shoulder straps, | | Waist Strap | adjustable, with quick release buckle |
12/24/2009 (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) By Dave from Miami, FL About Me Casual/ Recreational - Comfortable
- Durable
- Easily Adjustable
- Lots Of Features
- Diving Type:
- Night Diving, Open Water Diving
8/23/2009 (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) - Comfortable
- Durable
- Easily Adjustable
- Diving Type:
- Cave Diving, Drift Diving, Open Water Diving
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easily Adjustable
- Diving Type:
- Open Water Diving, Wreck Diving
7/22/2009 (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful) 5.0Would definatly purchase again By squirt57 from Claremore, OK / Camden, SC - Comfortable
- Durable
- Easily Adjustable
- Lots Of Features
- Diving Type:
- Open Water Diving
7/14/2009 (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) 5.0This thing is awesome! By Morseman21 from Mauritius About Me Recreational Diver - 2 metal D-rings
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easily Adjustable
- Lots Of Features
- Padded back
- Cold Water
- Recreation
- Warm Water
- Diving Type:
- Drift Diving, Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Rescue Diving, Wreck Diving
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