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60:Second ScubaLab: NeoSport X-Span 3/2 Jumpsuit

NeoSport’s X-Span three-two jumpsuit is made of an incredibly soft and flexible neoprene sandwiched between a super-elastic fabric laminate, making this tropical dive suit about as comfortable and flexible as they come. The extra-soft rubber ...

60:Second ScubaLab: Aqua Lung Zuma BC

Aqua Lung’s Zuma is a featherweight back-buoyancy BC designed for travel. It packs so compactly you can easily fit it into a carry-on bag.

ScubaLab: From Rec to Tec

You’ve logged hundreds of dives, traveled to the world’s hottest dive spots and enjoyed just about every underwater adventure there is.

ScubaLab: From Rec to Tec: Tech Tools

The tools tec divers take down with them are not just accessories but devices that might save a life.

ScubaLab: From Rec to Tec: Tech Lights

Whether venturing into a cave, exploring a wreck or diving to depths beyond the reach of the sun’s rays, tec divers need to carry their own illumination.

ScubaLab: From Rec to Tec: Tech Regulators

Solid breathing performance and reserve capacity –– the ability to deliver gas smoothly and easily even at extreme depths and breathing rates –– is what counts when choosing a tec regulator.

ScubaLab: From Rec to Tec: Tech BCs

The traditional tec BC is a metal backplate, an air cell — also called a wing — and a harness made from 2-inch webbing.

60:Second ScubaLab: Akona <10 lbs Roller Bag

Akona’s less than 10 pound roller bag is a travelers dream. Made of lightweight, durable nylon the bag has a cavernous main compartment, which easily handles a full complement of dive gear, including fins.

60:Second ScubaLab: Cressi Big Eyes Evolution

Cressi’s Big Eyes Evolution mask is now available in Crystal silicone, an exclusive Cressi material that’s so clear it renders the mask skirt virtually invisible.