Mach V Vrs. Mach V Extreme

[BSea]

I'm going to get a new wing soon, and it's going to be a Mach V for sure. But does anyone have the Mach V Extreme wing? I know it's supposed to be the most durable wing out there, but is it really necessary? I've been really getting into wreck diving, and have been thinking the more durable the better, but the regular Mach V is very durable as well.

[fire diver]

Not sure, I haven't had the chance to handle the extreme wing. It certainly look slike it would be extremely resistant to cuts and abrasions.

One question though. Are you really thinking of using a single tank for wreck diving? Wreck diving typically implies penetration. Penetration should be made using doubles and a doubles wing. Just curious as to your reasoning.

FD

[Splitlip]

I have the original Mach V, based on the signature series. It is more durable than any other wing I have handled, prior to the Extreme series. Very robust.
The Extreme is almost bullet proof. I was in Patrick's shop before he moved up state and had the pleasure of cutting on an Extreme with a utility knife with no adverse effects.
If I had the Extreme I would have little concern with jagged metal or an accidental knife puncture.

The Mach V is only a singles wing, but it is awsome.

[BSea]

Originally Posted by fire diver

Not sure, I haven't had the chance to handle the extreme wing. It certainly look slike it would be extremely resistant to cuts and abrasions.

One question though. Are you really thinking of using a single tank for wreck diving? Wreck diving typically implies penetration. Penetration should be made using doubles and a doubles wing. Just curious as to your reasoning.

FD

I'm not talking about running lines & such. Nor am I talking about leaving natural light behind. I'm just talking about the swim throughs found like on the Speigle Grove. They have permanant lines with opening every 10 feet or so. You can go down a few corridors where every room is a way out. But there are obviously sharp edges here and there.

[CompuDude]

Do you have issues with your current wings getting cut up in the areas you dive? I doubt it would be an issue with the Mach V... consider also that it's so extremely streamlined you would have to work just to get something close enough to touch it.

Regular Mach V is very tough. I see no reason to throw away money on the Extreme version other than bragging rights. LOL

[BSea]

Originally Posted by CompuDude

Do you have issues with your current wings getting cut up in the areas you dive? I doubt it would be an issue with the Mach V... consider also that it's so extremely streamlined you would have to work just to get something close enough to touch it.

Regular Mach V is very tough. I see no reason to throw away money on the Extreme version other than bragging rights. LOL

That's kind of what I thought. If things are that sharp, I'll be ruining my wetsuit, and probably have a few cuts of my own before the wing gets touched. I really forget just how steamlined that wing is.

But if the price isn't much more, and the material doesn't add to the bulk, then why not. It will probably be the last wing I buy. I can't believe I typed that with a straight face.

[Splitlip]

Originally Posted by CompuDude

Do you have issues with your current wings getting cut up in the areas you dive? I doubt it would be an issue with the Mach V... consider also that it's so extremely streamlined you would have to work just to get something close enough to touch it.

Regular Mach V is very tough. I see no reason to throw away money on the Extreme version other than bragging rights. LOL

Hmmm.
In different thread on another board I believe, I suggested a purchase was not fiscaly responsible and that the poster's money could be better spent.
Somebody responded that scubadiving is such an expensive sport any way, that the cost of purchasing a particular piece of gear should not be the only consideration.

[fire diver]

Originally Posted by BSea

It will probably be the last wing I buy. I can't
believe I typed that with a straight face.

[CompuDude]

Originally Posted by Splitlip

Hmmm.
In different thread on another board I believe, I suggested a purchase was not fiscaly responsible and that the poster's money could be better spent.
Somebody responded that scubadiving is such an expensive sport any way, that the cost of purchasing a particular piece of gear should not be the only consideration.

LOL good call

That said, hey, bragging rights counts for something, doesn't it? I also don't know what the price difference is. If I could spend an extra $20 and upgrade, I would in a heartbeat. If it costs twice as much, I don't see enough improvement for it to be worth it, for MY diving.

[cmburch]

I recently got a Mach V Extreme and it is one well thought out and engineered wing. It currently costs about $284 using the 10% SCUBATOYS forum discount. I probably do not need the extra protection since I do not intend to be slammed against some rocks or shoot myself with my speargun; but I am impressed with the quality and design.