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Originally Posted by ianr33
1) Takes longer to set up (not quick to switch gear between different divers)
2)No pockets (I use X-shorts and have pockets on my dry suit)
Would not dive in anything else.
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Ditto what Ian said. But even with the downsides, there are upsides also. More time to get set up, but in the end it's a better fit.
They may not have the pretty pockets, but most BC pockets aren't big enough (when you have air in it) to put much of anything in.
I dove for 3 years with a BC, and loved it. Even when I set up my doubles I swore I would keep using the bc for singles diving. One season of the BP and I won't use the BC again.
You really need to see if you can try out a BP/W to make up your mind. YOu may decide to stay with a BC, but I doubt it. Just make sure you have someone with knowlege help you adjust it properly before you dive it.