Talk:Backplate and wing

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Accuracy Dispute[edit]

This article seems to have quite a few inaccuracies and lacks information... E.g.

Stage cylinders: Stage cylinders are not really relevant to the article, except perhaps to mention that their use is better facilitated with a BP than with most other styles of BCD. While somewhat common, is certainly not normal practice to sling a stage on each side when using a backplate. The term "stage" is also left undefined.
Backplates built in to jacket style BCDs: In the context of scuba equipment, the term "backplate" almost always refers to a seperable component, which should be distinguished from components of jacket BCDs with similar function. The two are confused in this article.
Hogarthian configuration: The use of a backplate alone certainly does not constitute a "Hogarthian configuration". "Hogarthian" (which should probably be defined if used) is a somewhat deprecated term refering to the combination of backplate, wing, one-piece harness with crotch-strap, regulator configuration (including long-hose primary with a necklaced backup) and (if used with twin-tanks) manifold.
Harness types: No discussion of different harness types, such as the one piece harness compared with more complicated harnesses marketed as "deluxe".
Tank attachment: Hard and soft bands probably deserve a brief mention.

Unless anyone has any objection, I plan on largely re-writing this article. David Scarlett 08:25, 22 February 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Dave, I think you're right on. Especially, the issue clarifying backplates versus a "plate" in a jacket BCD. And Hogarthian...I dive a BP/W, but not a Hogarthian setup (not a one-piece harness). But I know the difference. The differences between different BCDs and BP/Ws are confusing enough. Your changes would be most welcome. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 66.82.9.64 (talk • contribs) 21:04, 20 March 2006 (UTC).[reply]

Ok, this article's getting quite large! I've finished enough of it to publish (and have done so), but still intent to add photos and further sections:

Advantages over other styles of BCD
Disadvantages
History
Suitability for recreational diving

Feedback (and contributions) are, of course, welcome. I've also renamed the page (from "Backplate (SCUBA)") to "Backplate and wing", which I think is a more accurate representation of both the new and old articles' content. David Scarlett 13:56, 9 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]