Latest Scuba Gear Trends: Wetsuits, Dive Lights and Watches
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ScubaLab's Quick Guide to Must-Have Dive Gear
In the market for new dive gear, but don't have time to wait until the next ScubaLab Review? You're in luck, because our ScubaLab Director hand-picked some of his favorite new dive gear on the market, plus a quick overview about the latest and greatest features!
Courtesy SeaLife
SeaLife Sea Dragon Mini 650
Just 6.3 inches long, this light puts out 650 lumens for photo, video or general dive use. There are two versions — a 120-degree flood beam for illuminating video or photos and a 15-degree spot for an intense, penetrating beam. It comes with a Y-S mount and attaches to a GoPro, AquaPod or cold shoe. Contact sealife-cameras.com MSRP $159
Courtesy Fourth Element
Fourth Element Xenos
The anatomical cut and cool graphics give the Xenos a superhero look. The body-hugging fit comes in 15 sizes each for men and women. It’s available in 3 mm and 5 mm fullsuit, and 3 mm shorty. Contact fourthelement.com MSRP $269 (3 mm fullsuit); $359 (5 mm fullsuit); $159 (shorty)
Courtesy Citizen Watches
Citizen Promaster Aqualand 200 Depth Meter
This watch combines dive-specific functions with a ruggedly elegant style. There’s a depth meter that reads to 70 meters and records max depth, and an ascent-rate warning. It’s rated to 200 meters and has a bold display that’s easy to see at depth. Contact citizenwatch.com MSRP $950
Zach Stovall
Spyderco Aqua Salt Black Blade
The workhorse Aqua Salt has returned to Spyderco’s lineup with a makeover. Now made with H1 steel (which we’ve never been able to make rust), the Aqua Salt’s 4.75-inch blade is available with a smooth or serrated edge. Contact spyderco.com MSRP $179.95
QUICK LOOKS
ScubaLab's Quick Guide to Must-Have Dive Gear
In the market for new dive gear, but don't have time to wait until the next ScubaLab Review? You're in luck, because our ScubaLab Director hand-picked some of his favorite new dive gear on the market, plus a quick overview about the latest and greatest features!