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(based on 22 ratings)
Brand: Aqualung
Located in: Essential Equipment, Buoyancy Compensators
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.9 stars
(based on 22 reviews)
73% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Comfortable(20), Durable(18), Easily adjustable(15), Lots of features(10)
Best Uses:
Cold water(7), Recreation(17), Warm water(13)
Describe Yourself:
Advanced diver(8), Casual athlete(3), Recreational diver(6)
Diving Type:
Open water diving(3), Wreck diving(3)
 
Nice BCD
By njneerVerified Reviewer from Kansas City, MO on 12/5/2008
Pros:
Durable, Good Value, High Quality
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I used this BCD in a training class and liked it so much I bought one. True, it doesn't have all of the features of a top of the line BC, but it's very comfortable and durable. I've attached rings, clips, and retractors to it and it does everything I want it to do. Very nice BCD.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good BC but short on features.
By Chapo #1Verified Reviewer from Uruapan, Mexico. on 8/10/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Easily Adjustable, Good Weight System
Cons:
No Back Handle, No Hip D-Rings, No Rear Dump-Valve
Best Uses:
Recreation
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Diving Type:
Drift Diving, Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Wreck Diving
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I had to buy this BC during a trip when my Mares Pegassus "Air-Trim" valve stuck and the dive-op technician said it could not be serviced (false! I easily fixed it on my return home). As others have said, this is a basic BC, lacking in features that are a must to some of us, like a rear dump valve or a back-handle to lift the scuba assembly into the boat. If you need to hang accessories at the hip line, forget it! This one is truly miserly on D-Rings. Only 3 and none of them at the hip-line. On the other hand, it's very comfortable, the inflator valve is a piece of cake to service and the service kits, as well as complete valve assemblies, are readily available from well stocked dealers. The shoulder strap clips are kinda strange but work very well once you become used to them. The velcro attachment of the weight pockets is a cause of concern, as I've watched them to drop underwater transforming the diver into an ICBM; however, it has never happened to me and mine feel secure. I guess they degrade with age. In all, I wish the dive store had a better model that solved my gripes. I'm looking forward to replace it with a less Spartan model like the Pro or the Black Diamond.

 
I'd buy it again
By NomadVerified Purchaser from Oklahoma on 8/7/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Cons:
No chest strap or handle
Best Uses:
Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Diving Type:
Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Wreck Diving
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

It has a place for a chest strap but doesn't come with one. It wasn't that irritating until about the 5th dive of the day though. The back weight pockets also only hold about 2# each. Other than that I think it was a great deal.

 
Great for kids!
By Desert DiverVerified Reviewer from Southwest, U.S on 7/26/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Diving Type:
Drift Diving, Open Water Diving, Wreck Diving
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

My 12 year old son has used this BC on many dives. It's difficult to find equipment for juior divers. He's used it consistantly for 2 years through his advanced classes. We added the integrated AIR-2. This is the BC for your junior diver. They'll need to be average height and weight at 10-12 years for the BC to fit right.

 
Great BCD
By FL Dive GuyVerified Reviewer from Tampa, FL on 6/9/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Recreation
Describe Yourself:
Recreational Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

Great BCD - shame they are discontinued - wanted to get a 2nd for my son..

 
Love the Seaquest
By Stoney 116Verified Purchaser from Frankfort, ME on 5/7/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable
Best Uses:
Professional, Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I am a member of a Public Safety Dive Team and I love the Seaquest. Although it is slightly bulky getting into some smaller spaces, it is, overall, a very comfortable BCD and I am very happy with it.

 
Good but missing some features
By avid diverVerified Reviewer from Stamford, CT on 5/7/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable
Cons:
Missing some key features
Best Uses:
Recreation
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I am disappointed that the BCD did not come with a chest strap or the lower rear BCD dump valve. These are very inexpensive items for the manufacturer to include, and very valuable items for the diver. I feel this is a bit of "bait and switch" type selling!

 
Good BC
By FVerified Purchaser from Kihei, HI on 2/20/2008
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Easy to find pockets etc
Cons:
No chest strap, No low D-rings
Best Uses:
Recreation
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

Weight-release ability is ideal for those of us with shoulder problems.

Service & Delivery comments:

Prompt delivery, but the price dropped $25 a few days after it arrived.

Confusion about shoulder strap.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Pleasantly Surprised
By steveVerified Purchaser from Grove City, OH on 11/14/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Beginner, Recreational Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

Just Began diving this year, This Jacket Style BC doesn't have all the bells and whistles that some do... But It is functional and well built.

 
Good but will upgrade to '07 model
By jimmy sudsVerified Reviewer from NY, NY on 10/31/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Functional
Cons:
No carry handle, Velcro weight system
Best Uses:
i don't dive cold, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
On way 2master scuba dive, Rescue Diver
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

taken on 3 dive trips. very comfortable. like integrated weights but lost one side twice due to velcro. looking to update to this year's model with better weight system. no carry handle sucks. i was going to write to them but they already put it in this year's model. my 2nd seaquest bc on my way to my 3rd.

 
One swell BC
By watermanVerified Purchaser from Humboldt, CA on 10/18/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Recreation
Describe Yourself:
Divemaster
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

It's a BC that does the job. Sure it doesn't have all that "stuff" some people want. Stainless steel this and that, magic buttons to go up and down, or grommets to hold a knife. Yeah, lets mount a knife to a BC. Good price for a good BC.

 
Overall good BCD
By Capt DangerVerified Purchaser from NC on 10/10/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Recreational Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I had used a lesser SeaQuest model in my Open Water training and knew I'd like this one. I plan on adding the top chest strap for a more secure fit.

 
comfortable and versitile
By Washoe DiverVerified Purchaser from Washoe Valley, Nevada on 9/25/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver, Recreational Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I was told about this product by my brother-in-law and was extremely happy withit from the begining. I love the integrated weight system and easily adjustable

 
Seaquest Latitude
By keep the dirty side downVerified Purchaser from Claremore, Ok on 9/20/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Recreational Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

nice bcd, great price

 
Great Product for a Great Price
By Danny R.Verified Purchaser from Perry, Florida on 9/20/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Extreme Depths, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

This is a really great product. I will continue in the future buy these products.

 
Would not buy this one again
By RickVerified Purchaser from Jacksboro, TX on 9/20/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable
Cons:
Face down at surface
Describe Yourself:
Divemaster
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

Worked fine underwater. Integral weights are a great feature! But, on the surface I had to fight to keep upright. The lower front of the BCD kept working its way back. The clips at the front need to be attached to the vest and not the cumberbund.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
happy w/ product
By hockey diverVerified Reviewer from SLC, Ut. on 8/21/2007
Pros:
Comfortable
Cons:
Have to buy acc.
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Recreational Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

overall happy with product. didnt like having to buy chest strap,back bump valve,or knife kit. A bit large to travle with. Bc has performed well in warm,deep & cold water. often have found myself wondering if weights pockets would come out at depth due to velcrow insted of locking system. overall, good product for $.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Seaquest Latitude
By OpalVerified Purchaser from Spring, TX on 8/16/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

This BC went straight from the box to Bloody Bay Wall withought a single hitch or adjustment. Absolutely no problems. Very comfortable. Excellent price. Highly recommend!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Ho Hummmmm
By MarkVerified Reviewer from Destin, Fl on 5/3/2007
Pros:
Good fit for my Honey
Cons:
Poor design
Best Uses:
Recreation, Warm Water
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Diver
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

Initially, out of the box....it looks good......The previous loose stap review is due to operator error....alll BC's do that if you don't wet the strap on initial snugdown when first purchasing the product...Anyway, its OK....BUT....no carrying handle on top of BC....That one detail absolutely drives me nuts! Reallyreally. The overpessure dump is not tight when filling the Jacket completely up. Not necassarily reassuring/ kinda cheezy......It has a fitting for a dump valve in the back....tho is capped.....You have to pay extra and order it....I think it essential, when wanting to dump excess bouyancy in the prone position........Gotta pay extra. I'll keep it tho, as a backup for guests/family or as a spare.....I think That I was really spoiled by The Cressi Sub jacket that I got from [...] which is an absolute BOMB!The d rings on this BC are cheap plastic instead of stainless .....In the whole, the lattitude seems cheaply constructed: with some omissions which make the jacket less expensive.....but still cheap...give me a GRAB HANDLE...on the backpack.....bottom line.....spend a little bit more....and get a whole lot more........I love my Cressi....don't go cheap on this item.....

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Love it!
By MQ from West Virginia on 3/1/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable
Cons:
Heavy for travel
Best Uses:
Recreation, Warm Water
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

I have about 20 dives with this BC in a 2 week time frame, and I love it. For a woman, I feel that it is very comfortable. I don't even realize that it's on during the dive. The pockets are nice and deep. A good feature for your flashlight.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
A darn good BC
By Kelly the CompetentVerified Reviewer from Humboldt, CA on 2/26/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Easily Adjustable, Lots Of Features
Best Uses:
Cold Water, Recreation
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

This is the second Seaquest BC that I have purchased and will not be the last. The BC is very well made and has all the features I require. The strap system hasn't changed in the 15 years I have been using Seaquest BC's and have never experienced any problems.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Nice product -- but...
By mikeVerified Reviewer from michigan on 2/21/2007
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Lots Of Features
Cons:
Very dificult to get the
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Aqualung Seaquest Latitude BCD:

This is a very nicely made product with great features however is is difficult to adjust the tank strap. My tank slipped out of the strap at 85 feet in a current. My dive partner had a tough time getting it back in the strap and tighten it.
This is not much easier above water.

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