Best New Dive Gear October 2025

Beach-Street Skincare Ocean-Safe Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
MSRP $35 (150 ml), $20 (60 ml)
CONTACT beach-street.com
This high-performance SPF 50 mineral sunscreen is reef-friendly and boasts an impressive PA++++ rating. It is made with 20 percent non-nano zinc oxide and 14 percent non-nano titanium oxide. Algal and floral ingredients provide a gentle fragrance and effective hydration that won’t irritate sensitive skin. The product applies easily and quickly. We liked that it has a lightweight finish and doesn’t leave a white cast. Both sizes come in plastic-free packaging that utilizes biodegradable and 100 percent recyclable materials. An SPF 30 sunscreen is also available.
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Cressi Z2 and Z2S
MSRP $59.95
CONTACT cressiusa.com
Lightweight and durable, this frameless mask is easy to wear and travel with. Available in six styles, the Z2 is constructed with high-quality silicone for long-lasting comfort and a watertight seal. The wide, tall lens provides a clear, distortion-free view and can be treated with an optional UV coating. Pinch buckles allow for quick, easy adjustment of the mask strap. The Z2S offers the same features and performance but is sized for smaller faces.

Spyderco Para 3 Salt
MSRP Starts at $265, $275 (all black)
CONTACT spyderco.com
This folding knife’s full-flat-ground CPM MagnaCut blade is a great option for any job in or around water. It combines incredible corrosion-resistance, edge retention and toughness. The handle includes nested skeletonized stainless-steel liners and an ultra-reliable Compression Lock. Bidirectional textured G-10 scales adorn the handle for a secure grip even when wet. The all-black version includes a DLC coating on the blade.
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XS Scuba Flash
MSRP $102.95
CONTACT xsscuba.com
Lightweight and made for travel, the Flash is easy to take along on a tropical getaway. The fin may be small in stature, but it packs plenty of kick. It is made of Flexprene+, an advanced composite thermoplastic material engineered for the optimal balance of weight, elasticity, power, rebound and responsiveness. The soft, ergonomic foot pocket is designed for comfort when worn barefoot or with thin spandex or neoprene socks. It is available in four sizes, covering XS to XXL.