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Zeagle Zena Women's BC

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About Zeagle Zena Women's BC

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Great BCD.....happy with purchase

By Flipperhead

This is the first BCD I have ever owned despite having over 220+ dives. I had never wanted to deal with the bulk, weight and luggage issues. I had done extensive research including the newer wing plate BCD but felt this fit my needs the best. This BCD is not only light, but very comfortable to wear. I really like the zip jacket feature as it makes getting in/out a BCD really easy and quick. Some people mentioned the back-inflate makes you lean forward on the water surface but I didn't think i...

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PERFECT BC for Women

By Vicky P.

I am 5 feet 2 inches and weigh about 120 pounds. Given this size, the small size fit the best. Remember, as you descend, your body compresses and you may need to tighten the BC around you. I also wear a full 3mm wetsuit when I dive in 79 degree F waters. The fit tapered to my waist well and I didn't feel like I was swimming in the BC even at 80 feet deep. (NOTE: I had the BC on its smallest position. This will be helpful because if you are smaller than I, this BC may be too big, if you are sl...

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Zeagle Zena Women's BC:
The greatest difficulty in properly sizing a woman's Buoyancy System is not finding a smaller size, or allowing for the bust, but lies in the fact that women's bodies have a defined waist where a waistband must fasten in order to secure the BC. At the same time, women tend to have both a shorter torso length and a lower center of buoyancy compared to men. Conventional buoyancy systems, which would ideally be worn lower for best balance and comfort, must be worn higher, around the narrowest part of the waist, in order to be secure. The Zena's twin waist and hip band system provides a way for women to securely position the weights and buoyancy below waist level, around the body's center of buoyancy. All of Zeagle's buoyancy systems are available with women's sizing options and can be adjusted to provide excellent fit and functionality for women divers.

The Zena BC has been designed by women as a buoyancy system specifically for women. The twin straps adjust to fit waist and hips independently, while the elastic front zippered panels provide outstanding fit and comfort. Zeagle's patented PFS sizing system allows for the waist size, chest size, and torso length to be independently fitted, positioning the weights low, around the body's center of buoyancy. The torso adjustable shoulder straps and side straps come equipped with squeeze-style side-release buckles for easy donning/doffing. The Zena BCD has a 31 lbs (13.6kg) lift capacity bladder, and a 24 lbs (10.9kg) capacity Ripcord Weight System with a 16 lbs (7.26kg) rear trim pocket non-releasable capacity. Attachment of accessories is made easy with the four stainless steel D-rings on the vest and storage of gloves, small light or other accessories can be accomplished with the expandable mesh quick-pocket at waist. Built to last from the Zena will give years of reliable service. To provide easy trimming of buoyancy the Zena has a lower left and right rear overpressure relief/pull dump valves.

With this durable design you also get Zeagle's time proven, rugged Bx Power Inflator System. No more struggling trying to get fresh water in through the inflator mouth piece! The Bx Power Inflator comes standard on all Zeagle BC's. Now you can really rinse out the bladder of your BC. Simply unscrew the Bx Coupler, screw on a standard garden hose, turn the water on and super rinse and clean the inner bladder. Inflator includes a 3/8" threaded low pressure quick disconnect hose for attachment to the first stage regulator. To provide easy trimming of buoyancy the Zena has a lower left and right rear overpressure relief/pull dump valves. BCD weighs 6.2 lbs (2.8kg), and is made in the USA.

This product can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

https://www.zeagle.com/support/warranty

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Zeagle Zena Women's BC Features

Zena Women's BC:
Buoyancy System Designed for Woman
Twin Waist & Hip Band System:
Securely Position Weights & Buoyancy Below Waist Level
Places Buoyancy Around Body's Center
Designed by Women: Buoyancy System Specifically for Women
Front Zippered Panels: Provide Outstanding Fit & Comfort
Personal Fit System:
Interchangeable Components
Elastic Waist Panels
Replaceable Shoulder Sections
Waist Size, Chest Size, & Torso Length Independently Fitted
Torso Adjustable Shoulder Straps & Side Straps: Squeeze-Style" Side-Release Buckles
Easy Donning & Doffing Design
Lift Capacity: 31 lb. (13.6kg)
Ripcord Weight System: 24 lbs (10.9kg) Releasable Capacity
Rear Trim Pocket Non-Releasable Capacity: 16 lbs (7.26kg)
4-Stainless Steel D-Rings for Accessory Attachment
Expandable Mesh Quick-Pocket at Waist
Air Cell: Durable Nylon w/Urethane Laminated Interior for Airtight Integrity
Zeagle's Time Proven, Rugged Bx Power Inflator System:
Bx Coupler
Easy to Wash Interior of BCD Bladder
Hooks Up to Standard Garden Hose
Best BCD Preventative Maintenance
Includes: 3/8" Threaded Low Pressure Quick Disconnect Hose
Lower Left & Right Rear Overpressure Relief/Pull Dump Valve
Weight: 6.2 lbs (2.8kg)
Made-In-U.S.A.

Key Features

Designed for Woman
Twin Waist & Hip Band System
Front Zippered Panels
Outstanding Fit & Comfort
Easy Donning & Doffing Design
Lift Capacity: 31 lbs (13.6kg)
Ripcord Weight System
Made-In-U.S.A.

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Reviews (38)

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Questions & Answers

Questions about this item:

QUINNE P I just used my new Zena and I loved it, however, I had a (probably) minor issue with the bungee/shock chords that weave across the front of both bladders. The very first dive I noticed that the bottom attachment of the bungee on one side had popped out. I just tucked it behind the tank since it did not affect my dive. I assumed maybe I over-inflated the BCD and that is why so I made sure to not fully inflate on the next dive(s). However, the second dive the top attachment for that side then popped out. Followed by the other 2 attachments on the other side for dives 3 and 4. After this, I was still able to dive without them and the bladders being wider/not really hugging the tank and I honestly had no issues/complaints that way. I'm just not sure why they all popped out like that, especially after I was careful not to inflate fully (which I am not sure should matter in the first place). I can't seem to find anyone else experiencing this issue & if only one side had the problem occur I probably would assume it was a faulty chord/one-off, but since it happened to both sides and so successively with my first dives in the BCD I'm unsure of the problem. Anyone know what I should do/had this happen? Thank you!

JOE S Try one more thing before calling Huish Service. The tabs you mentioned sometimes are not pushed in enough. They have small grippers that lock into the bungee. Try pushing them in a bit with your fingers from the outside, before you push the bungee in. Put enough pressure on them that it bends them inward a bit, but not too much that they break. Once they grab ahold of the bungees, it's pretty secure. Seems like these may not have been pushed in enough. If this does not seem secure, then give Huish Service a call at (888) 270-8595. They will be able to help at that point. You can send them this transcript if you like. tac@huishoutdoors.com. My name is Joe Stellini and the NE Sales Rep, in case they ask.

JOE S The bungees for the bladder are attached by clips which attach to the Wing. The bungee should push in and hold. They are probably still attached to the wing. If so, push them all the way in and the tabs on the inside should Lock them in place. They may have come out because the clips were broken. That is unlikely that all four were broken. They may have not been pushed in all the way. Try that and if not, we can contact the service department for instructions. I can't answer 100%, but they may just send you new clips if they are missing or broken.

QUINNE P Thank you for the quick response! Yes all 4 of the clips are still attached to the wing. I tried pushing them back in and 3 of the 4 popped back out with a very light pull. The 4th seems alright for now but I didn't give it much of a hard pull considering I couldn't get the other 3 to stay in anyway. I have pictures/took a video if there is some way to share that. I can see the locking tabs on the inside of the clips I believe that you're talking about, but the bungee doesn't seem to lock in. Thanks again!

Tonya L I have a Medium Zena BC but I haven't been diving on some time. I've put on weight since then and want to dive again but obviously the BC doesn't fit anymore. Do I need to buy a completely new one or will a larger vest piece give me the extra room?

Tracy S I had the same problem. Got the larger panels and it worked for me. I found the larger front panels fit my torso length better than the smaller ones did before I gained weight. When I was lighter, the bcd as sold fit me well. Now with larger panels it fits me amazingly well. Probably depends on how much weight you picked up, where it settled and how your bcd fit you when you bought it.

JOE S You can purchase the large vest panel separately and try that. Make sure you decide on the fit before you take it in the water so it can be returned if it isn't fitting well.

ARTHUR W Experience: Dive Instructor / Sold Zeagle products in the past. If the medium Zena fit you well in the past I would give the large vest a try. Make sure you try it on with the BCD shortly after receiving it and before you dive in it. If it doesn't work you should be able to return it to Leisure Pro. The Zena is like other Zeagle BCD's in that you can switch out the shoulder straps and vest/cummerbund. If the medium fit you in the past, the torso length should be correct and this will remain constant. The large vest should give you a few more inches in the waist and chest and hopefully that does the trick. Glad you are out diving again:-) On a side note: The Zena is a fantastic BCD if you can get it to fit correctly. Petite women with smaller chests and tall thin women may have some problems getting a good fit.

ARTHUR W Experience: Dive Instructor and have sold Zeagle products in the past. You may just need a new chest piece. If you go this route just try it on as soon as you receive it and before you plan to dive; if it doesn’t give you enough extra room you should be able to return it. The Zena BCD is like other Zeagle BCD’s. The chest piece/cummerbund and the shoulder straps can be replaced with a different size. Just a side note: the Zeagle is tough fit for petite women with smaller chest sizes, and taller lean women, which is too bad as it is a great BCD if you can dial in the fit. However, if the Zena fit you before then at least you have the correct torso length, that measurement should remain the same. The large chest piece should give you a few more inches in the waist and chest which may do the trick. Good luck with it. I’m glad your out diving again:-).

Stephanie K You can buy a larger vest

JOANNE M I would suggest you talk to the Leisure Pro online folks, or even (gasp) consult with a brick and mortar store. I don't know how much more room you need, or how much a new vest piece would provide.

NHAN P Yes, you can try. Leisurepro always has best policy to return or exchange. The best way is come to the diving shop and try on.

Robert L My wife is 5’6” but the XS size is under 5’. She tried on a friends small at it was slightly to big. Will the XS be too short?

SUSAN H I ordered according to the size chart, large, and it was too big. For me a medium. Large was just a bit too big. So in my opinion the size chart is not accurate.

JIM P I got a small for my wife and she is 5'4" but you can buy different size front panels. I would suggest buying the small bcd and a second front panel in XSmall

JOE S The XS should work, but It is hard to say without knowing the exact attributes and comparing them to the size chart.

Robert L She fits all the categories for XS except height. Waist to shoulder 15” waist 27”. She tried the sm on and had all 4 belly panel straps as small as it would go so the XS should be fine in the vest. My only concern was the shoulder being to short. The Zeagle site size chart only shows a 1” difference in shoulder so it it’s true then it should work.

Robert L Does this have a rigid backplate?

ARTHUR W No

JOE S This does not have a rigid backplate. It is a stiffened nylon material with two cam bands to secure the tank which gives it the stability you would want from any BC.

JOANNE M No. The fabric of the BC itself and the bladder form the bavk.

Ivan B I’m sorry but I don’t remember... it was a gift to a friend but it seems to me...no

Alicia F No it does not

Dawn H It is not uncomfortable.....if that is your concern. I have truly enjoyed my Zeagle BC!!

patti h Yes it does

LUCILE B I usually like to remove my integrated weights prior to coming up the boat ladder to save my back. How could I do that with this BC? Is there a way to do that easily and safely without risking losing them?

ALEXEI S You can get one of Zeagle weight pouches ZGLWP or ZGLWP10. It will greatly simplify weight handling. In my mind every zeable BC needs them. I dive man's zeagle, and I can remove weights in the pouches without loosing them, it is easy and safe enough, but it is not as convenient as traditional integrated weights.

MICHELLE E Yes you can easily with weight pouches zipped into the front pockets. This is the best and convenient BC that I’ve ever used.

Charlotte T There are zippered pockets, so certainly you could. However, they may be slightly less accessible given this design than some of the other integrated weight vests. In smooth water, less of a problem I would imagine.

Robert G This is a great BC, my wife loves it. The emergency weight release on this bc is actually a cord that is threaded through some holes on along the bottom of the bc. The weights are loose inside the compartment, so this would not be a good way to get rid of the weights. The pockets that the weights go into are zippered. Its not the best solution for what ypu want to do.

CHRISTINA R You can open the main side pockets pretty easily to take them out. I bought the little mesh bags that you can put the weights in. The rip cord is only for emergencies, as it takes a while to restring it.

NICOLE B No. You will have to unzip the pockets and hand out each weight individually. The lead/pellet weights are placed directly into the side pockets; there is no separate weight pouch than snaps on/off.

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