DSS CCR-40 Wing

Celia_E · 20th October 2007, 01:24

We had the chance to dive and test the new Deep Sea Supply CCR-40 wing with our megs. This is the first time we write a review so bear with us.
This is what we noted when we dove it with our megalodons at Jackson Blue Springs here in North Florida (we each dove the wing on separate dives):

Appearance: Black cordura with "Deep Sea Supply" vertically embroidered on side panels. Catches the eye. Horseshoe shape.

Construction: Cordura shell with excellent workmanship and fine attention to detail in the finish. Zipper is located on top for bladder access. The zipper is well protected. The bladder is black and appears very rugged as well. It has three sets of grommets set at standard 11” distance for bolts and back plate. The center has a square access to accommodate hose routing “a la Ford flow”, the opening is protected by rubber on the edges so it will not fray or compromise the wing structurally, additionally it is big enough to get gauges and ADV’s through without fighting (like some other wings adapted for CCR that have only a slot) and running the risk of tears.

Ergonomics: With the adjustability mentioned (the three grommet set) above, it should fit a number of preferences and heights.

Ego emissions: High, the embroidery on the side vertical panels is orange and can be distinguished easily from a hundred paces

Diving the CCR40: The wing was attached to my Meg and off we went into Jackson Blue spring. It has plenty of lift for a bailout and a stage, it very likely can handle more cylinders but I did not try any additional ones. The majority of the lift is designed to be at the bottom where most divers using a megalodon have their valves and therefore the weight. The best feature during the dive was the location of the OPV/dump valve; it is outboard enough that it is easily accessible without having to feel for it. I use a 6 cu ft cylinder for drysuit inflation and with my other wing it gets in the way when reaching for the dump valve, but not with this wing. Also, there is no problem reaching my diluent cylinder valve, very simple.

The corrugated inflator hose may be a bit short when using the meg, it was adequate but an additional 2 inches would make it easier to find by feel and easier to use. The LP inflator hose that came with the wing is way too short when used with the cylinder valves at the bottom. I used my personal hose which is 28 inches long.

In short an excellent wing that should last for years and dives to come in different environments.

M. Scott Evesque in collaboration with M. Celia Evesque
(see attached photos)

**Dsix36** · 20th October 2007, 01:30

Very good job on the review!

Pics were awesome too!

tibby · 20th October 2007, 02:25

Thank you for the review and lots of pictures just as we like it.
Tibby

cool_hardware52 · 20th October 2007, 02:48

I'd like to thank Scott and Celia for their review. Nicely done.

A couple quick points.

At the recommendation of Scott and Celia the CCR40 will be shipped with a longer 19 inch corrugated hose, and a 30 inch LP hose.

Any DSS wing is available "debaged", without emboidery.

The overall length of the wing is intentionally fairly short to avoid trapping under the lower end of canisters. In addition the "horseshoe" design reduces the chance of pinch flats because there is no bladder in the portion of the wing mostly to get trapped under the can.

I'll have an example of this wing at DEMA, booth #449.

Tobin

tibby · 20th October 2007, 03:03

Quote: (Originally Posted by cool_hardware52)

I'd like to thank Scott and Celia for their review. Nicely done.

A couple quick points.

At the recommendation of Scott and Celia the CCR40 will be shipped with a longer 19 inch corrugated hose, and a 30 inch LP hose.

Any DSS wing is available "debaged", without emboidery.

The overall length of the wing is intentionally fairly short to avoid trapping under the lower end of canisters. In addition the "horseshoe" design reduces the chance of pinch flats because there is no bladder in the portion of the wing mostly to get trapped under the can.

I'll have an example of this wing at DEMA, booth #449.

Tobin

Hi Tobin, have you worked out a price yet?
Tibby

cool_hardware52 · 20th October 2007, 03:11

Quote: (Originally Posted by tibby)

Hi Tobin, have you worked out a price yet?
Tibby

Yes, $320.

Tobin

tibby · 20th October 2007, 03:12

Quote: (Originally Posted by cool_hardware52)

Yes, $320.

Tobin

Thanks.
Tibby

Explorer · 20th October 2007, 03:13

Nice write up of this wing. Great pics. Like the shape of this wing near the tank valves. Thank you.

O.C.Diver · 20th October 2007, 03:56

Interesting........ that wing looks identical to the Rebreather-40 from DSS that I have been diving for the last couple of months

Seriously, I have been using the Rebreather-40 for a couple of months on my Classic Kiss. The wing works extremely well on the CK. Points that were important to me include:

Deflated, wing does not interfere with tank knobs.
With a short base under the Rebreather (<4"), wing doesn't get pinched under RB in tank rack.
Durable outer cover for wreck diving.
Super heavy duty bladder to resist punctures.
40 pounds of lift for surface flotation (read off shore life raft).
Orange lettering to offset green Cooper hoses

By far, the nicest wing I have had on my CK!

Ted

decoweenie · 20th October 2007, 04:18

Nice wing, Tobin!

BTW, I like the blacked-out label of the "Halycon" DSMB pouch picture...

20th October 2007, 01:30	#2 (permalink)
Dsix36 Going Down? Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Deerfield Beach, Florida Posts: 954	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Very good job on the review! Pics were awesome too! __________________ THE MORE THAT I LEARN, THE MORE THAT I STILL NEED TO LEARN!!!!!!
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20th October 2007, 02:25	#3 (permalink)
tibby untitled Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 336	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Thank you for the review and lots of pictures just as we like it. Tibby __________________ Does the voice of reason change when you add helium to the mix?...hmm
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20th October 2007, 02:48	#4 (permalink)
cool_hardware52 RebreatherWorld Sponsor Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: SoCal USA Posts: 368	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing I'd like to thank Scott and Celia for their review. Nicely done. A couple quick points. At the recommendation of Scott and Celia the CCR40 will be shipped with a longer 19 inch corrugated hose, and a 30 inch LP hose. Any DSS wing is available "debaged", without emboidery. The overall length of the wing is intentionally fairly short to avoid trapping under the lower end of canisters. In addition the "horseshoe" design reduces the chance of pinch flats because there is no bladder in the portion of the wing mostly to get trapped under the can. I'll have an example of this wing at DEMA, booth #449. Tobin __________________ www.deepseasupply.com
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20th October 2007, 03:03	#5 (permalink)
tibby untitled Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 336	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Quote: (Originally Posted by cool_hardware52) I'd like to thank Scott and Celia for their review. Nicely done. A couple quick points. At the recommendation of Scott and Celia the CCR40 will be shipped with a longer 19 inch corrugated hose, and a 30 inch LP hose. Any DSS wing is available "debaged", without emboidery. The overall length of the wing is intentionally fairly short to avoid trapping under the lower end of canisters. In addition the "horseshoe" design reduces the chance of pinch flats because there is no bladder in the portion of the wing mostly to get trapped under the can. I'll have an example of this wing at DEMA, booth #449. Tobin Hi Tobin, have you worked out a price yet? Tibby __________________ Does the voice of reason change when you add helium to the mix?...hmm
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cool_hardware52 RebreatherWorld Sponsor Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: SoCal USA Posts: 368	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Quote: (Originally Posted by tibby) Hi Tobin, have you worked out a price yet? Tibby Yes, $320. Tobin __________________ www.deepseasupply.com
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20th October 2007, 03:12	#7 (permalink)
tibby untitled Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 336	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Quote: (Originally Posted by cool_hardware52) Yes, $320. Tobin Thanks. Tibby __________________ Does the voice of reason change when you add helium to the mix?...hmm
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20th October 2007, 03:13	#8 (permalink)
Explorer I will teach you a..... Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 759	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Nice write up of this wing. Great pics. Like the shape of this wing near the tank valves. Thank you. __________________ REALLY FRICKIN' TRAIN WRECKED.....
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20th October 2007, 03:56	#9 (permalink)
O.C.Diver Helium Addict Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Salisbury MD USA Summers; Wandering Florida Winters Posts: 213	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Interesting........ that wing looks identical to the Rebreather-40 from DSS that I have been diving for the last couple of months Seriously, I have been using the Rebreather-40 for a couple of months on my Classic Kiss. The wing works extremely well on the CK. Points that were important to me include: Deflated, wing does not interfere with tank knobs. With a short base under the Rebreather (<4"), wing doesn't get pinched under RB in tank rack. Durable outer cover for wreck diving. Super heavy duty bladder to resist punctures. 40 pounds of lift for surface flotation (read off shore life raft). Orange lettering to offset green Cooper hoses By far, the nicest wing I have had on my CK! Ted __________________ Consider this my opinion.......sometimes I'm even right, but remember.........YMMV. Ted Green Charter Boat "OC Diver" http://www.ocdiver.com
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decoweenie Crash Test Dummy Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cairo Posts: 5,510	Re: DSS CCR-40 Wing Nice wing, Tobin! BTW, I like the blacked-out label of the "Halycon" DSMB pouch picture...
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