BCD
Scuba Devices should be a part of every basic scuba gear
kit.
BCD stands for buoyancy control device or buoyancy compensation
device. They give control over buoyancy to scuba divers.
While the simplest BCD devices are little more than a fancy
life jacket, commonly used by swimming instructors or lifeguards,
scuba BCD jackets
are much more than that. BCD scuba jackets have harness
to attach a tank, pockets and straps for octopus and gauges,
like a combined backpack and life jacket. It is indeed a
wearable pack to secure all of your other diving gear.
Buoyancy control devices come in come in as many different
types and styles as the people who dive.
The 'Vest' or 'jacket' style is the most common style,
basically an inflatable vest with front buckles. This style
wraps around your front and has inflatable bladders in the
sides.
 Another
well known style of buoyancy compensation device is the
'wing' style, which has 'balloons' either at the back or
extending down the sides.
BCD scuba devices have a rating which
relates to their lift capacity. You should consider
this factor when choosing the correct scuba BCD jacket for
yourself.
As important when choosing your buoyancy
device, is correct fit. When on dry land, the correct scuba
BCD dive jacket for you should be snug across the belly
but not too tight
under the arms, quite similar to the fit of a good jacket.
It should be snug and tight, but not so much it is uncomfortable.
Of course, women's
BCDs are available from many manufacturers to suit a
woman's body shape.
At the top of the range, BCD
scuba devices come with what is known as integrated weight
systems which render a separate weight belt unnecessary.
There are also integrated BCD/weights/breathing systems
which come in one pre-assembled item.
Whichever type of BCD scuba device suits
your budget, the following are important considerations
when choosing the best option for yourself:
- good fit
- lift capacity rating
- quality strong construction
- well positioned pressure release valves
- quick release straps which are comfortable
and don't rub or abrade
- system for quick adjustments
- pockets which have Velcro closures
or zips
The BCD Scuba Device we recommend
is the Zeagle
Brigade BCD which offers a superb level of
comfort. The Zeagle Brigade BCD is our
own custom made scuba buoyancy dive solution. Developed
by combining the best features from two of our most popular
models. The heavy duty straps, D rings and roll down
pocket from the Zeagle Ranger with the lighter bladder from
the Zeagle Escape come together for our custom made Zeagle
Brigade. The Zeagle
Brigade buoyancy jacket comes with a lifetime manufacturers
warranty, and has the following features:
- compact bladder (35lb) with Bungies
- optional rear trim pockets
- 6 heavy stainless steel D rings
- 1040 heavy duty harness construction
- utility pocket which rolls down (not avail on X-Small
sixe)
- pull dump fitted inflator
- lower dump valve
- chest strap with adjustable sizing
- integrated weight system - rip cord style
- cummerbund which adjusts
- custom sizing available by request
- huge range of standard sizes from extra small to extra
large
 Overall
the Zeagle Brigade BCD is a great buoyancy compensation
device with the ultimate combination of comfort and features,
we highly recommend this to any diver.
We have a huge range of Scuba BCDs
available at the very best prices. You will surely find
something with the best fit and lift capacity which suits
your budget. We can even custom
size a BCD to your unique measurements. Our range
of products from ”the Best” manufacturers allows you to
shop from the comfort of your own home. Compare the products
at a time which suits you with no pressure to buy.
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