I have been diving this BCD for about a year (60 dives) and I like it, but don't love it . The lack of D rings is a bummer - there are quite a few, BUT they are all attached to straps etc. and if you clip accessories off they hang too low . I've added 3 separate D rings to my rig to make up for it . I bought this rig thinking that tons of accessories would become available, but to date not much is available for it. Things I LOVE * Super comfortable (but a bit heavy) * I purchased the flashlight retractor that is integrated w the right shoulder and I LOVE LOVE this !! * I also love the computer retractor pouch that I have on my left hip Things I don't love: * The included pouch doesn't actually close when you use it - I'm always nervous I'll lose whatever I have in the pouch . * With the weight pouches installed and the pouch and computer retractor installed there is little/no room for other accessories - I squeezed a knife on there but it's snug... * No good place to add more storage (I had to put my line cutter on the chest strap ) * Back inflate is great !!!! * Sherwood integrated accessories Overall I'm happy with this BCD and am not disappointed with the purchase - but I think there are better options available (although at higher price points) Would I buy again - probably, but only if the price was right
Dave, You need to be a regular reviewer, nice job on the way you presented your comments ! I've had a number of questions on the Crux and it's seems to be getting some attention lately. Price point is pretty good and most owners seem to be good with their choice in buying it, But like you said, for a few bucks more there's some strong competition. Thanks for your excellent review. Bob C
Patryka, I was answering someone else's comment and saw yours from a few months ago. I wanted to tell you I've taken your advice more than you know. Regards Bob C
I have been diving this BCD for about a year (60 dives) and I like it, but don't love it .
The lack of D rings is a bummer - there are quite a few, BUT they are all attached to straps etc. and if you clip accessories off they hang too low . I've added 3 separate D rings to my rig to make up for it .
I bought this rig thinking that tons of accessories would become available, but to date not much is available for it.
Things I LOVE
* Super comfortable (but a bit heavy)
* I purchased the flashlight retractor that is integrated w the right shoulder and I LOVE LOVE this !!
* I also love the computer retractor pouch that I have on my left hip
Things I don't love:
* The included pouch doesn't actually close when you use it - I'm always nervous I'll lose whatever I have in the pouch .
* With the weight pouches installed and the pouch and computer retractor installed there is little/no room for other accessories - I squeezed a knife on there but it's snug...
* No good place to add more storage (I had to put my line cutter on the chest strap )
* Back inflate is great !!!!
* Sherwood integrated accessories
Overall I'm happy with this BCD and am not disappointed with the purchase - but I think there are better options available (although at higher price points)
Would I buy again - probably, but only if the price was right
Dave, You need to be a regular reviewer, nice job on the way you presented your comments ! I've had a number of questions on the Crux and it's seems to be getting some attention lately.
Price point is pretty good and most owners seem to be good with their choice in buying it, But like you said, for a few bucks more there's some strong competition.
Thanks for your excellent review. Bob C
Thanks for another great video.
Thanks Much for the words !
Inhave decided to purchase this BCD after watching your video! I will tell you if was a good choice
Thanks for your note Carlos... Give us some feed back after you've had it a while. Regards Bob C
I can't find hardly any reviews on the Crux, is it really selling?
Hey Bikeon ! The Crux has it's fans and now is available in 4 accent colors and two lift ratings (40 & 50). Regards and thanks for the question. Bob C
Automatic like because I love you and your revies and hints but the metal noise was terrible. Next time take it off the metal shelf.
Patryka, I was answering someone else's comment and saw yours from a few months ago. I wanted to tell you I've taken your advice more than you know. Regards Bob C