The Zeagle Standard Back Plate and 35 LB Wing setup is designed to improve trim, weight and air distribution on dives with a minimalist and sleek aesthetic . Thanks to Chriso I had the privilege of taking this out on a few dives to try out and I have to say I really had my expectations exceeded.

Gone are the bulky fabric wrap around straps/ large pockets and bulky integrated weight systems leaving one not only more hydrodynamic in the water as you are now more negative; bouyancy does take on another dimension. Particularly the distribution of air through the back wings rather than side bladder as per traditional BCDs improves gliding through the water with minimum effort.

Weight is also set in the s/steel backplate which means less to use (I easily dropped 4kg). The power infator works exceptionally well with air dumps, and there are 2 additional dump valves on the bladder which are of easy access.

The main drawcard is that the setup is completey modular non unlike a component stereo system and you can set it up which ever way you like it, with a choice of many add on accesories, different plates and bladders for various diving types, including technical/ two tank diving. And for travel all I have to do is switch to a light ally plate. The overall quality of the product is outstanding - I am thoroughly sold on this one and as a result have decided to convert to the other side.