XS Scuba Xplore Octopus

Quick answer: This is a regulator from XS Scuba.

Why it's worth a look

A regulator doesn't come in sizes, but comfort still matters. Owning your own means you know its service history, you can fit a mouthpiece that suits your jaw, and you can route the hoses so nothing tugs when you turn your head.

Product details

Whether you own the Xplore regulator or not, this octopus deserves serious consideration. It is pneumatically-balanced with an integrated venturi control lever to prevent freeflow when not in use. Don’t make a bad situation worse by giving your buddy a hard-to-breathe octopus, give them the Xplore octopus and let them relax. Hi-viz yellow front cover and hose allows for easy identification in an emergency Pneumatically-balanced for superior breathing performance An integrated venturi lever allows the diver to turn off the venturi when the regulator is out of the mouth. This prevents unwanted freeflow The silicone front cover allows for easy purging, even while wearing thick gloves A dual-material mouthpiece provides durable bite tabs and soft silicone against the gums The 40 in (102 cm) yellow hose provides extra length for your buddy

Specs

• Brand: XS Scuba

Before you buy

Match DIN or yoke to the tank valves you use most, and confirm a local shop can service it. Have it set up and bench-checked by a qualified technician before your first dive. Read How to Pick Scuba Regulators That Fit Your Diving. More options: Regulators.