Tusa BC Platina Evolution Black

2015-05-23T20:00:00

Bought this when I first started and still use it,very dependable bcd.

Mike J.

2014-06-16T20:00:00

It's a good quality BCD, but it is HEAVY. Has lots of features and D-rings, but again - HEAVY. Next BCD would be definitely looking more closely at the weight.

ninak

2013-10-14T20:00:00

Excellent BCD all around, good room in the pockets, lots of features to attach your extras, integrated weight system that's easy to manage with lots of room in the weight pockets. I was concerned about the size - I ordered a large and when it came in it was too big, but after adjusting the inner straps - it's perfect!

sfldivern

2013-09-02T20:00:00

This is a wonderful BCD to any beginner - reliability, dependability, stability, absolute easiness to control boyancy by someone who has just been certified. This BCD was purchased for my friend immediately after getting Open Water certification and prior going onto his first diving vacation.

iScream

2013-09-02T20:00:00

I recommend this BCD to beginner to expert.. It's very comfortable for me..

MacDiver

2013-08-12T20:00:00

My Tusa Platina has over 300 dives on it and is going strong. I've dived it in warm and cold water using everything from a 3mm to a drysuit it has held up very well, still looks almost new even after being out in the weather for a week at a time on live aboards. The stainless D-rings and pockets are great for adding gear, you can clip off a pony bottle nicely. The pull dump on the inflator hose works great and the weight distribution trims out well. It has a substantial secure feel compared to many rental BCs I have used. I really like this BCD. It is a little bulky and heavy for travel when you are trying to get all your gear on the plane under 50 pounds. The weight pockets can fall out if you do not clip them in correctly. I will not put more than 6 ponds in each pocket. I had to replace the inflator hose once due to some mishap on a boat in Belize, but after so much abuse this seems acceptable. Overall a great BC and you get a ton for the money

Tjack

2013-08-08T20:00:00

I've logged 12 dives now with this BC, 5 in California and 7 in the Florida Keys and have to say I love it. The BC is easy to adjust going from wearing a 7mm wetsuit to going in with just my trunks. It fits comfortably and there's a nice about of D-rings to clip stuff. Quality product, definitely full function

El D.

2013-07-05T20:00:00

Order this BC after shopping around and ultimately purchased after a friends recommendation. Despite my friends recommendation i was concerned about the quality and functionality since the price was so cheap. I just returned from my first 4 dives and I have zero complaints. It is easily adjustable to fit with or without a wetsuit, weight pockets are secure and it was comfortable. If you are considering a BC there is no need to spend a bundle, this is about as inexpensive as they come and I challenge you to find a better BC.

El_Divino

2013-05-19T20:00:00

It hasnt shipped yet and has not arived at my house!!!!!

DExx

2013-04-11T20:00:00

Good entry level BCD. I got this BCD for my 18 year old son. I have the Tusa Liberator, which I like a lot. Wanted to get him a similar BCD that used the same integrated weight system. Recently dove in Florida with a shorty over a full wet suit. Required 24 lbs of weight. Pockets easily accomodated the weight. There are 2 small back pockets plus the two integrated weight pockets. My son's weights fell out once, but he had failed to fully lock it in. Was a little difficult getting the pocket back in the BCD in 3-6' seas, but we managed ok. Would recommend.

Kevin H.

2013-04-01T20:00:00

Great BCD for durability, comfort and price.

Doc

2012-12-15T19:00:00

Great BCD, lots of adjust settings, lots of d rings, big deep pockets

Mariano t.

2012-10-22T20:00:00

Great BC. A little on the heavier end like a couple other reviews said, but it makes up for it in all it's little features. Has clips and rings in all the right places, air-dump pull-strings, very secure weight-holding system (so you won't lose your weights), and a carrying/hanging-in-closet handle! I would recommend getting some ID-badge clips like the ones shown in the attached image though, as the inflate/deflate hose will dangle freely otherwise. These badge clips are amazing for holding it against your BC for streamlining, while at the same time NOT limiting its use and function.

Josh

2012-10-13T20:00:00

This is a great BC. I've read a lot about the weight and it doesn't seem to affect me at all. The price from leisure pro was great and I'm in the process of buying from them again.

Greg

2012-09-16T20:00:00

High Quality for the price. Adjustable, easy to manuever. Easy to load weights. Overall extremely happy with this BC.

You R.

2012-08-29T20:00:00

I'm a beginner and looked around on a lot of sites and this one seemed a really good buy for the price. It was shipped fast and was everything it said.

beginner

2012-08-29T20:00:00

Used it for the first time easy to be familiar with All parts are easy accessible

Magnum 7.

2012-08-03T20:00:00

Fast shipping!

zonalflow

2012-07-01T20:00:00

fit is good. I dive mostly in northern WI and have had no issues or complaints. nice step up from what i had.

Scott

2012-06-12T20:00:00

Good bcd

naqi

2012-06-05T20:00:00

I love this BC! When it's inflated on the surface, the air blader wraps all the way around me so I'm not listing forward or to the side. The quick release weights are wonderful, as are the smaller weight pockets at the back! Only down side is the pockets are so large that I tend to lose things in there and am always afraid that things will float out if I am digging through them!

g1dge

2012-05-21T20:00:00

I actually haven't used this BC yet in the water. It is going to be a Father's Day present next month. I mostly freedive but on lobster hunting trips if we are in a spot I can't freedive I will throw on a tank. I use a steel 130 tank, which is really heavy. With my old BC that tank would flop around and make it hard to maneuver upside down, etc. I tried the new Tusa Platina BC at home with the steel 130; it feels like I could go jogging with it! It really holds the tank in a stable position. Has lots of D rings, weight integration. It's a little heavy but I don't think that will be noticeable in the water. The stability it affords more than makes up for the weight, so I think it will take less energy to maneuver underwater. A total bargain for the price too.

granitedive

2012-05-19T20:00:00

I bought this BCD because it has an intergrated weight system. I LOVED not having a seperate weight belt to worry about Everything about this BCD was great, lots of clips, large pockets for storage (whoops just remembered I left a shell and pebble in one) and easy to adjust for my body shape My husband has the same one and because of the many adjustable parts, each fits us perfectly Great for men and women

Becky b.

2012-04-29T20:00:00

Good all around BCD. Can be used in both cold and warm water. It is on the heavy side for traveling but I didn't regret bringing it with me. Very comfortable, had good lift, doesn't feel bulky underwater, integrated weights are secured surely but are easy to dump. It is very well made. Overall its a great BCD just a little heavy

TAAAMMM

2012-04-07T20:00:00

Most TUSA things are well designed and this seems to be very durable, but it is way too heavy. The woman's XSmall wieghs 8.3 pounds. It is just too heavy to manage when there are lighter weight options out there, especially with the airline's 50 lb weight limit on bags. We returned it.

Aggie D.

2012-03-05T19:00:00

This is my second BCD and I love it...I bought it one size smaller though. There's nothing negative about it. High quality product...it should last me for long time.

Back g.

2012-02-21T19:00:00

Enough rings to organize the gear. Not too bulky as mentionned in other reviews. I you want pockets larger than average...this is the BC you need. No worse than a scubapro integral jacket. release mechanism is a bit hard to lock. Hope it will ease with time (silicon?) I made some modifications: added small but bright pull cords to the zippers + one grommet on each side to place a retractor inside each pocket.

Deepdiver1964

2012-02-20T19:00:00

This BCD is totally bullet proof. The whole BCD is made out of top quality nylon. The integrated weight system is better than any I have seen so far. The tank strap secures the tank with little effort. The inflator deflator works flawlessly. It is slightly heavy but I don't think you will mind due to the high quality material that appears that it will deflect bullets.

Bayharbor

2012-01-04T19:00:00

Got this as a Xmas gift. Very impressed with the durability. Lots of attachment points and it came with an inflator hose which was a nice suprise.

John

2011-12-15T19:00:00

I am very impressed with this BCD. I found it very easy to load weights and get it set up. This is not the first Tusa BCD I have purchased. A good part of my buying decision was based on being a previous Tusa owner.

Chris