The Current
Most divers can get their scuba gear on—but that doesn’t mean it actually fits. From BCDs that squeeze and ride up to wetsuits, masks, and fins that never feel quite right, poor fit has become something too many divers simply accept. Here’s why proper scuba gear fit matters—and why the gear should fit the diver, not the other way around.
Learn how to measure your torso, chest and waist before buying a scuba BCD, and why body proportions and adjustment range matter more than a size label.
XXL does not mean the same thing across scuba brands. Learn why size labels vary, why body proportions matter, and why actual measurements are more important than the letters on the tag.