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Dive Gear Guide 2015: Best Accessories

By Roger Roy | Published On März 7, 2015
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Dive Gear Guide 2015: Best Accessories

Are you due for another dive splurge? Before, during and after a dive, it's the extras that can help make the experience easier, safer and more memorable. From knives to flashlights, this guide has you covered.

THE AIR LINE MODEL R260XL
-Hookah dive system for diving without tanks

This hookah compressor system supports two divers to 85 feet, three to 60 feet, or four to 40 feet, and runs for three hours on 2.5 quarts of gas. Includes two diver hoses with regulators.

Contact: airlinebyjsink.com

MSRP: $3,145

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CRESSI BORG BLUNT-TIP KNIFE
-Tempered stainless blade with smooth and serrated edges

The Borg’s 5.6-inch tempered stainless blade extends through the handle for strength, and its hard sheath locks the knife securely.

Contact: cressiusa.com

MSRP: $49.95

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IST SPORTS K-21 DIVE KNIFE
-A sharpened notch is located at the base of the blade for cutting fishing line

Designed for spearfishing, IST’s sleek K-21 dive knife offers a 420-grade stainless-steel double-edged blade that’s 4.3 inches long.

Contact: istsports.com

MSRP: $60

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SUBMERSIBLE SYSTEMS SPARE AIR 170
-The ultracompact size allows for a wide choice of mounting options

This hands-free redundant-air system offers an on-demand regulator, 1.7-cubic-foot bottle and pressure indicator in a unit the size of a soda can.

Contact: spareair.com

MSRP: $310

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SUBMERSIBLE SYSTEMS SPARE AIR 300
-The fill adapter lets you refill from your primary tank

The package includes a 3-cubic-foot bottle, on-demand regulator, covered holster, refill adapter and safety leash.

Contact: spareair.com

MSRP: $310

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DIVE RITE LX20 HAND-HELD PRIMARY LIGHT
-Six-degree concentrated light beam creates a powerful center spot

The LX20 primary light has a double-O-ring-sealed body and three power modes, and is depth rated to 500 feet.

Contact: diverite.com

MSRP: $750

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SCUBAPRO NOVA 700R
-Double O-ring seals and twist-on/-off activation

Lightweight and built to last, the rechargeable Nova 700R dive light is depth rated to more than 900 feet.

Contact: scubapro.com

MSRP: $149, Nova 700R; $159, Nova 700 (standard batteries)

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SEALIFE SEA DRAGON MINI 600
-LED puts out 600 lumens of light, and weighs 3.4 ounces

With two power settings and a 75-degree beam, the Mini 600 is waterproof to 300 feet.

Contact: sealife-cameras.com

MSRP: $129.95

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IKELITE GAMMA LED
-Compact, versatile dive light with 220-lumen beam

The Gamma has a heavy-duty mechanical switch on the tail and a double O-ring seal, and lasts up to 10 hours. Now available in new colors.

Contact: ikelite.com

MSRP: $120

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SCUBAPRO AIR2
-Breathing performance remains consistent at any air-supply pressure, resulting in smooth and dependable airflow

For divers who want a reliable backup reg that’s always within reach, the fifth-generation Air2 provides pinpoint buoyancy control in typical diving situations, and acts as an easy-breathing backup reg in emergency situations.

Contact: scubapro.com

MSRP: $239

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ATOMIC AQUATICS AI POWER INFLATOR
-Premium BC inflator available with stainless or titanium internal parts

Atomic’s BC power inflator features a design that combines performance and durability. The Ai is fully repairable and easy to maintain, offering long-term savings. The titanium model is covered by a three-year, 300-dive warranty.

Contact: atomicaquatics.com

MSRP: $109 stainless; $129 titanium

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SCUBAPRO TRAVEL KIT
-Stylish, plus it’s loaded with convenience features for full-kit dive travel

-Measuring 10-by-5.5-by-4 inches to fit toiletries and personal items

Made of water-resistant tarpaulin, this bag holds all your personal essentials to make traveling more comfortable and more fun.

Contact: scubapro.com

MSRP: $24

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SCUBAPRO PASSPORT HOLDER
-Compact wallet keeps documents organized for safe and hassle-free dive traveling

-Made of water-resistant tarpaulin

Measuring 4-by-6 inches, this mini wallet holds a passport, C-cards and other identification, plus it offers two slots for credit cards.

Contact: scubapro.com

MSRP: $14

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OPTRIX BY BODY GLOVE PHOTOPROX IPHONE 5 CASE
-Waterproof, impact-resistant case for iPhone 5

-Accessory lenses made of commercial-grade optical glass

The tough polycarbonate shell is waterproof to 33 feet, and the set includes telephoto, fisheye, macro and low-profile accessory lenses.

Contact: optrix.com

MSRP: $149.95

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ANALOX 02EII PRO
-BC adapter allows you to check air quality either at the tank or via the BC’s low-pressure inflator

-New packaging and color scheme provide a polished finish

The O2EII Pro is an easy-to-use and highly accurate nitrox analyzer with a three-year graded sensor warranty. The expected sensor life is from four to five years in air.

Contact: analoxsensortechnology.com

MSRP: $31 for adapter only

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