Scubapro Glide BCD 2023

Quick answer: This is a BCD from Scubapro.

Why it's worth a look

For bigger divers, BCD fit comes down to the size chart and the adjustability. Many BCDs stop at XL or XXL, so check the full size range and how far the cummerbund and shoulder straps adjust.

Product details

Overview The Scubapro Glide 2023 BCD is a full-featured, front-adjustable buoyancy compensator designed for recreational divers who value comfort, stability, and easy equipment management. Updated for 2023, the Glide features larger cargo pockets, a redesigned integrated weight system, streamlined backpack padding, and an updated blue color scheme while retaining the proven features that have made the Glide a dependable jacket-style BCD. Its wraparound air bladder maintains a supportive cradle-like shape even when fully inflated, while the Y-Fit shoulder system uses a triangular stainless steel ring to distribute harness pressure across the body for improved comfort and freedom of movement. The included Balanced Power Inflator provides convenient buoyancy control, and three new-generation dump valves allow the bladder to be deflated from multiple swimming positions. Best For Recreational scuba diving Divers who prefer a front-adjustable jacket-style BCD Divers who want an integrated weight system Divers looking for generous accessory storage Local diving and destination dive travel Not Ideal For Divers specifically looking for a back-inflate BCD Technical divers requiring a modular backplate-and-wing system Key Features Updated 2023 Design: Features redesigned backpack padding, larger cargo pockets, an updated integrated weight system, and a new blue color scheme. Wraparound Air Bladder: Maintains its supportive cradle-like shape even when fully inflated for comfortable surface and underwater positioning. Y-Fit Shoulder System: Shoulder straps adapt to the diver's body to improve range of motion, comfort, and harness control. Triangular Stainless Steel Ring: Positioned at the center of the Y-Fit system to balance pressure across the harness. Integrated Weight System: Weight pockets are positioned over the cargo pockets for convenient access to both lead and stored accessories. Rear Trim Weight Pouches: Two rear trim pockets help fine-tune weight distribution and swi

Specs

• Brand: Scubapro

Before you buy

Measure your chest and waist while wearing your exposure suit, then compare against the maker's size chart. Have it checked with your regulator before your first dive. Read How Should a Scuba BCD Fit?. More options: BCDs for Big, Tall & Broad-Chested Divers.