Backplates and Harnesses
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Backplates and HarnessesStainless Steel Backplate -
Backplates and HarnessesStainless Steel Lite Backplate -
Backplates and HarnessesShort Stainless Steel Backplate -
Backplates and HarnessesShort Stainless Steel Lite Backplate -
Backplates and HarnessesTransPac Harness -
Backplates and HarnessesTransPlate Harness -
Backplates and HarnessesDeluxe Harness -
Backplates and HarnessesBasic Harness -
Backplates and HarnessesSingle Tank Adapter (STA) -
Backplates and HarnessesTech Buttplate -
Backplates and HarnessesBackplate Comfort Pad -
Backplates and HarnessesEZ Nutz -
Backplates and HarnessesBasic Harness Shoulder Pads -
Backplates and HarnessesCrotch Strap 1-Inch -
Backplates and HarnessesCrotch Strap 1.5-Inch -
Backplates and HarnessesCrotch Strap 2-Inch
FAQs
What is the difference between the TransPac and metal backplates?
The TransPac is a soft, padded harness offering comfort and flexibility, great for travel and both single or double tank setups. Metal backplates provide a rigid, minimalist foundation with added weight for improved trim, making them ideal for divers looking to reduce the need for additional weights.
What is the difference between aluminum and stainless steel backplates?
Aluminum backplates are lighter, making them ideal for travel, while stainless steel backplates provide additional weight, beneficial for achieving better trim without extra lead.
Can I adjust a Dive Rite harness to fit different body sizes?
Yes, Dive Rite harnesses are fully adjustable to accommodate a wide range of body sizes and diving preferences. The one-piece harness can be tailored to fit divers of all shapes.
What accessories can be added to backplate and harness system?
Common accessories include weight pockets, D-rings, crotch straps, and storage pouches, all of which can be customized based on your diving style and needs.
What are the benefits of using a backplate and wing setup?
A backplate and wing system offers modularity, even weight distribution, and a streamlined profile, which are ideal for technical and recreational divers seeking better buoyancy control and comfort.
Can I use a backplate and harness for both recreational and technical diving?
Yes, Dive Rite’s backplate and harness systems are designed to be versatile, making them suitable for both recreational and technical diving setups, offering scalability as your diving skills progress.
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Birth of the TransPac
"The TransPac was born from my expeditions to various parts of the world... I had to develop a harness that we could swim, climb and walk a mile thru virgin cave with our cylinders..."
The Backplate: Foundation of Technical Rigs
The metal backplate has become the standard for many technical divers over the past few decades. Even though many new divers are told that diving with a metal backplate is the only way to dive by their instructors and friends, many are unaware of the history surrounding this piece of dive equipment...
Converting your Transpac XT Harness to Diving with Double Cylinders
Are you a diver who loves single tank reef diving with your TransPac XT Harness but also would like to the use same harness for more advanced dives with double cylinders? Being the most versatile product in Dive Rite’s line, the TransPac XT allows you to dive several different gear configurations by simply swapping out the wing along with some additional mounting accessories...
