HI,
I use mostly ALL MARES. I have the SHE DIVES BC and it is super comfy! Lots of pockets and other goodies to hang stuff on. Also a whistle! Wheeee! (or whiiiift!) hahaha.
I was going to go with the other bcds that had a spandex type ’bra’ thingy in the front (since I am chesty), but opted for more support with a stiffer material that the Mares gives me.
The MALE bcds tend to be more rugged, stiff (ironic!) and built for the male torso (i.e. loose). That is why they make the women’s ones, not for marketing, but for sheer comfort, and the fact that it just makes sense!
TRY THEM ALL on, before you decide. Maybe even rent (or borrow) a few, to TRULY try them out (in the ocean).
FOR MY REG, I spent $1,900 on the Limited Edition Metal Tech by Mares, which is the smallest reg out there (there may be a few new ones out there), but the metal causes condensation to get ’caught’ in the reg, which prevents dry mouth. I LOVE it! And since it is small, it also prevents mouth/jaw fatigue. This is your life supply, be GOOD TO YOURSELF!
YOUR SAFETY, should NEVER have a price on it!
Pick new over used, if you can, and it would be better to charge the items, or put them on lay-away and pay over time, to get 1) what you really want and deserve, and 2) to ensure you get the best you can.
I trust with all the great advice, and fabulous divers here, you will make the RIGHT DECISION!
NOW...go see some fishies!