SCUBAPRO’s Geo was the lightest BC in ScubaLab’s 2010 BC round-up.

“An awesome BC,” said one diver, which sums diver sentiment and why the Pro QD captured the Testers’ Choice for a jacket-style BC in the General Purpose category.

Wearing this BC at depth just feels good. It’s comfortable and stable, with good valve control and substantial buoyant lift in all sizes for temperate-water diving.

The EX100 is a lightweight all-purpose BC that offers all the basics plus throws in some nice extras, all for the lowest price of any BC in the General Purpose category.

ScubaLab tells you what to expect from what might be the best year ever for new and improved BCs

ScubaLab hits the water with 10 new open-heel kickers and surfaces with a a few surprises.

The X-Stream is constructed of three distinct materials, each with its own mission. It starts with a thermoplastic blade frame and footboard.

The Zoom Z3 is the only split fin submitted for this year’s review, a marked contrast from years past when splits dominated fin shootouts in both numbers and performance. The Zoom Z3 is an updated version of Tusa’s X-Pert Zoom.

Stats Top Averaged Speed2.2 mph Ergo Score 49 Top 5 Points 3 Specifications WarrantyOne Year Sizes L, XL, XXL ...