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Axiom i3 BCD
Integrated i3 (patent pending) technology for safer and easier control of inflation and deflation
One upper and one lower Flat E-Valve keeps the BC streamlined while offering effective and responsive air dumping
One-way valves prevent water from back flushing into the BC, greatly reducing captured water
The
oral inflator is easy to deploy and use. It can easily be removed to
provide a access port should you ever need to rinse the inside of your
BC
SURELOCK™ mechanical weight release system (patented)
offers unsurpassed ease of loading, ditching and security of weight
pouches
Two lobe-retaining D-rings that can be held to steady the lobe for easy weight pouch insertion
Two 10lb weight pockets on sizes XS – ML. Two 16lb weight pockets on sizes L - XXL
Two,
side-release non-ditch pockets (except size extra small) increase
overall weight carrying capacity as well as provide proper trim in the
water
A new, integrated Octo-pocket (patent pending), is a convenient way to secure your octopus regulator
A three-dimensional expanding gusset around the backpack (patented) provides increased lift capacity
Outer bladder constructed of Armorshield™ Cordura® for increase wear and fade resistance
Sculpted shoulders using the exlcusive Sea Quest swivel buckle system (patented) provides unsurpassed fit and comfort
Traction pad (patented) built into the proprietary contour back pack prevents cylinder slippage
Over-molded carrying handle makes carrying the BC a breeze. Standard on all sizes
Upper, right-hand, shoulder pull dump as an alternative dumping method
Six stainless steel D-rings to attach all of your accessories
Two large zipper utility pockets with pull cord are easy to open / close
Knife grommets on left lobe accommodate any one of the fine Deep See knives
Depth compensating waistband with 11/2 inch buckle and lobe strap
Instructors and Divemasters will appreciate the ability to add a traditional inflator for training purposes.