Reviews for DGX Custom - DGX Gears Singles Harness / Backplate / Wing Package

This is my first BPW. I ordered the SS backplate to add weight (it comes in at about 2.3kg; I'm down from 8kg on a standard BC to 4kg with this BPW combo) The construction looks good and feels solid. The tank snugs up tightly without any single-tank adapter or assembly screws--like the details say, you don't need them. I was concerned that the wing might tip me face-down on the surface, but even fully inflated it balances just fine. I am trying out the loop adjustment ring, but I'm not sure it's necessary for me. My only complaint is that it came with a poorly-manufactured LP inflator valve--it connects to a LP hose but leaks heavily when the hose is wiggled. It might be nice to do a quick quality check before shipping out. Nevertheless, DGX quickly sent me a replacement inflator under warranty, which I appreciate. After replacing the valve, it works perfectly.

Worked great, all the parts were in the package and fit together correctly. Documentation is a bit sparse. Came with a bit of string, a small length of bungee, and a DGX Loop Adjustment Ring. I figured out two of these by searching the Net of 1,000 Lies, but the purpose of the string still eludes me. Tried the Loop Adjustment gizmo but decided I was better off without. YMMV on that piece.

I decided I was ready to upgrade to a BPW after over a hundred dives on a hand-me-down former rental BCD (I know). Being a broke college student who happens to love this eye-wateringly expensive hobby, I didn't want to break the bank and pay almost $1000 for a brand name unit. On the advice of pretty much the whole internet I picked up this one. I really have nothing but good things to say about the quality - the SS backplate is finished very well and the wing itself is made of very sturdy fabric. Assembly took a while the first time but now that I know how it works I think I could rebuild it in minutes. The design really is that simple and thoughtful. It only took 3 dives for me to dial in my harnesses and weighting to get perfect trim, and holy crap does it make a big difference. Frog kicking is even more efficient than ever. Can't wait to take it wreck diving.

I decided I was ready to invest in my own gear and purchased this kit. I got the SS backplate and the DR 20 lb pockets. I added a second waist d-ring and a DR 1.5 in crotch strap, I have completed my setup. I've only used it on 8 dives so far, but on every one I had the best trim so far. As I continue from rec into tec, the wing will change but the harness and plate are here to stay. I definitely recommend an aftermarket crotch strap as the included one was way too stiff to be comfortable.

Great product but I expected this. Quality of the wing’s shell and sewing are excellent. Others materials (inflator/deflator hose) and hardware also excellent. Narrow profile increases air control and this immediately improved my wife’s buoyancy control. She’s a brand new diver and started out with a back-inflated horseshoe wing but tried out the DGX BPW as a trial effort. Without any prompting, one her first pool dive with it she recognized the increased control and this improved her morale about skill development. This weekend on her fourth open water dive she was practicing buoyancy control through breathing, hovering above the sand and learning to arrest her descent through inhalation just before touching. Thanks, DGX, for putting together a superb product at such a great price. Would be great if DGX offered a short BP for more petite divers.

Really, really happy with this harness. I'm new to BPW, and this has been my first set up. For what you get it feels like a great deal, and I'm so glad I made the switch to BPW. The assembly videos are helpful, and there are lots of non-DGX videos to add to that help. I take this with me on local dives here in the freshwaters of MN and whenever I travel. I got mine with the shoulder pads - honestly I could probably do without, but I do wish they were a bit shorter.

I recommended this BP/W to a new diver and I personally tested it out with him in the pool. I was super impressed. I've spent waaaaay more money on BP/Ws that weren't nearly as good. The grip on the cam bands are a bit weird but they work. I might sell my current wing and buy one for myself lol.

This is a very good package but the harness webbing is very stiff - I mean stick stiff. I wish DGX has at least one option for a slightly more flex & comfortable webbing. The plate is good, the hardware is great & the singles wing is superb .... it’s just the harness webbing.

Backplate assembly is compact and simple, which is just what I was looking for, and at a great price. It does come with everything needed to get going, although I added the DGX STA. Only complaints are the mares SF2 clip (which makes the harness adjustable) did fit in the slot. And one of the tank bands had the nonslip pad sewn in backwards.

After much research for my first backplate and wing I decided to go with the DGX. The quality seems top-notch. The SS backplate seems high quality with a nice shiny appearance. Also included was a short section of shock cord/bungee for helping secure the inflator hose. Being my first BPW system, threading the harness took me quite awhile. The included instructions are no good but DGX does have some good information here on the website. I was not able to find anything except one bad video online regarding how to attach the tank straps but I was eventually able to get it done. I had to make many many adjustments on the harness and the chafe sleeves at the waist make this extremely difficult especially with a new and very stiff harness. I ordered some tri-glides to use in place of these chafe sleeves which means taking it all back apart. Overall, I am pleased with this purchase and plan to dive this rig in the near future.