Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD

The Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD is the only BCD you'll ever need to buy. The Hydros Pro is really 2 BCDs in 1 as you can convert it from a traditional harness type BCD to a light weight travel wing BCD in under a minute with the included Travel Tek straps. Included in the Hydros Pro package you get two setups, a travel bag and an integrated weights system then there are a selection of optional add ons you can add to fully customise your Hydros Pro to meet your needs.

The Hydros Pro BCD is almost entirely modular in design so you can replace parts easily with no special tools or stitching required; if you need a repair while on holiday this can be the difference between being able to continue to dive and having to wait to go home to send it back to the brand - and with the key parts being molded Monprene it is lightweight, exceptionally durable and drys instantly.

Have a read of the features of this standout BCD below and at Deep Blue we're confident you'll agree that Scubapro truly have made the ultimate BCD for all types of diving!

Key Benefits

• Monprene - The Hydros Pro BCD uses Scubapro's revolutionary Monprene material in it's construction. Monprene is a massive step above traditional fabrics; it drys instantly and is resistant to chemicals and UV rays. The manufacturing process for the monprene harness is state-of-the-art; rather than a traditional CMT (Cut, Make, Trim) process that you'd get with fabrics, Scubapro use an injection molding process so each product has identical dimensions and there are no cut off marks. As a bonus this is the same material that Scubapro use in their top selling Seawing Nova dive fins, so you can match the colours perfectly
• Two BCDs in One - Probably THE standout feature in the Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD is that you can convert it very easily from a traditional harness type weight integrated BCD to a lightweight travel wing by swapping the straps to the Travel Tek Straps so you only need one BCD that's perfect for both cold water UK diving where you require extra weight and accessories AND tropical holiday diving. This feature really is one-of-a-kind from Scubapro and no other brand has come close to pulling this off!
• Free Travel Bag - When buying a scuba diving bag it can be difficult to know how much of your kit will fit in. Thankfully with the Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD you get a travel bag which can fit a Hydros Pro BCD with Weight System, Regulator, Computer, 5mm Wetsuit, Mask and Snorkel, Torch and SMB inside, and has straps on the outside to strap your fins to! The Travel Bag has backpack straps so you can carry it on your back and a top handle to be carried like a traditional travel bag.
• Integrated Weights System - The Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD can be configured to either be the typical harness style BCD and in this configuration it has 2x integrated weight pockets which can each take 4kg. The Hydros Pro also has 2 trim pockets on the back which can take 2kg each to help maintain an ideal position in the water and spread the weight for comfort
• Travel Tek Straps Included - When you buy the Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD it comes equipped with the weight system (like a regular BCD) but included in the package is the innovative Travel-Tek straps. It takes around one minute (!) to change these over and you don't need any tools to swap styles.
• Neutrally Bouyant - Due to the advanced Monprene material used and the wing based design the Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD is neutrally bouyant in the water, so you can maintain a comfortable and stable horizontal position in the water. This also makes setting up your weights easier as you haven't got to take into account
• Choose & Change Your Colour - Although not THE most important feature of a BCD, you DO want it to look nice and Scubapro have excelled here with the Hydros Pro BCD.
• Lightweight - The advanced materials used in the Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD (especially the Monprene) mean that when you equip the Travel Tek Straps it weighs in at only 3kg in total
• Easy Repairs - Scubapro have designed the Hydros Pro BCD to be extremely easy to repair - no stitching is required for the vast majority of replacement parts so you can just click parts in and out as required. This can be the difference between being able to continue using your BCD when in a remote location as with most BCDs you need to send them back to the manufacturer for a repair job. For professional divers this is an even more valuable feature so you can continue to work on location.
• Multi Mount System - The Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD doesn't come with pockets or mounts included as standard because by building these into the BCD you lose the choice to have a different setup. Rather they have designed a few specialist add-ons so you can customise your Hydros Pro to suit your diving - more on this below in the "Add Ons" section - you can add these to your basket one at a time or buy them at a later date if you find that you need them - once again choice is at the core of the Hydros Pro BCD

Scubapro Smart Pack System

The Hydros Pro is designed so that you can quickly and easily fold it up for travel & storage - as the image below shows this is a simple 7 step process and makes it MUCH easier to transport this exceptional BCD when going on holiday.

Add Ons for Hydros Pro BCD

1. Scubapro Hydros Pro Knife & Accessory Plate

The Knife & Accessory plate is the perfect way to add a dive knife to your set up - the kit includes the mounting plate itself plus a pair of washers and a pair of stainless steel screws. As with all of the Hypdros Pro accessories the knife & accessory plate is simple to install and equally simple to remove.

2. Scubapro Hydros Pro Mini D-Ring Plate

This is the most popular accessory for the Hydros Pro BCD - you'll want to pick up some bungee cords to go with it (Scubapro offer a medium or large size) and this will help secure your SMB or Torch, or can be used to streamline your hose routing.

3. Scubapro Hydros Pro Cargo Thigh Pocket

The Hydros Pro Cargo Thigh Pocket can be attached with a carabiner (at the top) and thigh strap (around the thigh) to remain firmly in place and is perfect for storing toches, instructor slates, marker buoys, spare masks, compact cameras or anything you think you might need! There is an internal D-Ring so you can keep valuable items secure inside the BCD and Scubapro have also used only heavy duty buckles - no zips or velcro so you can be assured that it'll stay closed.

4. Scubapro Hydros Pro Ninja Pocket

The Hydros Pro Ninja Pocket attaches to the multi mount attachment and can be rolled up to a compact size when not in use - it is smaller than the cargo pocket but the ability to keep it attached nice and compact is usually the deciding factor on which pocket to choose.

4. Scubapro Hydros Pro Colour Kit

One of the most fun features of the Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD is the ability to change the colour plates which changes the whole look of your dive gear! The Hydros Pro colour kits are molded Monprene and match the Scubapro Seawing Novo dive fins perfectly if you want the best looking set of kit then Scubapro have you covered!

To fit the colour kits you will need a 3mm Allen Key, Circlip Pliers or Scubapro Grommet Tool and a small flat screwdriver - it takes around 10-15minutes to change the plates.

Who is Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD for?

Scubapro have designed the Hydros Pro BCD to be suitable for virtually ALL scuba divers and while many brands have said this none have really succeeded as there is always too much of a trade off. Scubapro have actually achieved it - the Hydros Pro BCD performs exceptionally well as a wing with the Travel Tek straps, as a traditional BCD with the integrated weight sytem and the Monprene material used in the construction makes a massive difference. Once you try the Hydros Pro BCD we're confident that you will agree it is a huge step change in what to expect from a BCD and the included bag and clever Smart Pack system just add to this feeling.

Of course another standout feature is the changeable colour plates - while it might not be THE most important feature (indeed, our most popular seller is the black design) it's fun to be able to switch things up and if you use the Scubapro Seawing Nova fins you can precisely colour match your BCD to your fins!

If you're travelling on a dive holiday then you will REALLY appreciate the instant dry monprene straps so you can pack up immediately after diving without having to wait for your BCD to dry out. Any repairs that you might need are also possible no matter where you are in the world as you don't need any specialist tools to swap in new parts and no stitching is required so you don't need to send it back to Scubapro.

Who are Scubapro?

Scubapro have been producing diving equipment for over 50 years. The have a fantastic reputation of high quality diving equipment. They pride themselves in testing equipment beyond the required guidelines, so you can rely on the quality of their equipment. Their products have been designed and built to a very high standard so they perform perfectly in water, this is what makes Scubapro equipment one the finest qualities available.

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