Aqua Lung's Sea Quest-brand i3 inflator system is now available on a BC designed specifically for women. In place of a corrugated inflator hose, the Pearl i3 has a very intuitive lever control. Lift the lever to inflate; press down to deflate. Push-rod technology activates low-profile exhaust valves to provide pinpoint buoyancy control regardless of your position in the water. The BC itself is a hybrid design that looks similar to Sea Quest's top-shelf Diva LX, only more streamlined. Made with the female form in mind, it comes with high-cut sides to allow for hip flair, plush back and lumbar padding and sports bra-styled neoprene panels in front. But the Pearl i3 is no sissy BC. It's equipped with Sea Quest's first-rate SureLock integrated-weight system and delivers up to 43 pounds of lift. There are three easy-to-use pockets—the right-side pocket has bellows to increase volume, the pull-down left-side pocket is even roomier, and unlike most cummerbund pouches, the Pearl i3's is actually big enough to stow something in. Throw in a place to attach a knife, octo pockets on both sides and four stainless D-rings, and you've got a fully loaded BC ready to get down to some serious diving. The Pearl i3 comes in five sizes and three color combos. Bonus: buy one and Aqua Lung will donate a portion of the purchase price to breast cancer research. Price: $675. Contact: www.aqualung.com. |
Sea Quest Pearl i3
