Comments about Oceanic BioLite Travel BCD:

Great for travell

Comments about Oceanic BioLite Travel BCD:

My husband gave me this BCD as a present.
I read that it takes time to get accustomed to use this BCD, and that (because of the air distribution) it puts you face down.

Well, the only trouble I had was in the deflation, because of the air bubbles stuck, but then you get used to make funny movements and the problem is solved.
And about the face down position, it is not truth. You can lay, stand, sit or do whatever you need to do in the position you want to.

It is small and very light, so it's really practical.
And it is so comfy that the first dive I found my self touching it to be sure that I still wearing it.

There is only thing that I would like to be different about my BioLite
- you can't deflate if you don't detach the hose, and when detached it may be difficult to find.

But overall I consider this a perfect BCD.

Anna

Comments about Oceanic BioLite Travel BCD:

This BCD is great for travel but everyday diving can be a bit limited due to no storage pockets. Once you hook all you gear onto this BCD, a diver starts to resemble a christmas tree. This BCD is made very nicely, however, I seen used biolites with the center chest strap torn off and there is no way it can be attached to the shoulder strap again. The quick weight release requires a good finger coordination before the weights can be dumped, something not everyone has during emergencies, thus, I prefer velcro release not this. Also, an issue with holding a tank securely. Overall, you can get it for travel but do get a different BCD for local dives.

Comments about Oceanic BioLite Travel BCD:

I just used ths BCD in Cozumel and it has worked well for me. It only weighs 5.5 lbs making it easy to carry. The lack of pockets has not been an issue because of a number of different loops and rings that you can attach accessories too. While diving, the tank does roll from side to side a bit but has not been a huge issue and the strap holds it in place well. While on the surface of the water this BCD does lean you forward and ride up on you so I would not recommend it for training, but for somebody already certified it is great!

Comments about Oceanic BioLite Travel BCD:

I mainly use it for dive travel