| Been there, done this.
I actually moved to twinset as I wanted longer dives (not deeper, I don't plan anything deeper than 35M), a better balanced setup than 15L plus pony, better redundancy, and after trying some bussies kit, I much prefered it. I found I relaxed a lot more knowing that my redundancy gas wasn't just 3L.....
I have now dived with about 5 experienced/knowledgable twinset divers (and Tom) and am getting there. Its amazing how much you need to take into account, and how many changes you will make to your kit choice and config.
Cost is the biggy. Obviously it will cost you at least £500 to change from 15L + pont to twin 12/s, backplate, wing an probably extra 1st stage, but its the "hidden expense". I nearly fell for it and many have: If you rush out and buy something before trying all the options and speaking to experience twinset divers (or trainers) you may end up spending hard earnt wonga on the wrong gear and have to buy the same stuff agina and lose money on the first purchase.
I found there to be plenty of YD'ers happy help and spend a day at Wraysbury, Stoney etc to help out. And all it will cost you is some bacn sarnies and a gallon of tea!
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