What's New

STORY LINE The Titan LX is new and improved — and that's more than just marketing. Fresh from a revamp
that some might say wasn't needed, the result is plenty appealing. KEY FEATURES A diaphragm first stage that, by design, is sealed against the environment, is also incredibly compact. It includes Aqua Lung's ACD (auto-closure device), which automatically seals the first stage when it's depressurized from a tank, thus protecting internal parts from moisture. The first stage is plumbed with four MP and one HP port. The system's second stage is also modestly sized and pneumatically balanced. It features a Venturi-adjustment lever that helps kill free-flow at the surface, a Comfo-bite mouthpiece for reduced jaw fatigue and a wide exhaust tee to help keep the diver's vision clear. DIVER IMPRESSIONS Aqua Lung's update was sufficient because we really can't find anything else to improve. Breathing performance was outstanding and comparable to only one other reg in our group. We're big, big fans of the ACD device, since it allows the reg to be given a freshwater bath without flooding the first stage, and we still love the Comfo-bite mouthpiece. The Venturiadjustment switch was easy to find and manipulate with gloves, and the exhaust tee positively slings bubbles away from the diver's face. MSRP $440 CONTACT aqualung.com.

Aqua Lung Balance - May 2009 Editor's Pick

Aqua Lung Balance

Story Line
The name implies the design philosophy: walking the fine line between performance and weight, comfort and bulk.

Key Features
Lift comes courtesy of Aqua Lung's rear-mount, three-dimensional bladder design that provides 40 pounds of lift (size L) without impeding diver mobility. This is paired with a triangular load-distribution system that allows the harness to help ease backpack pressure for less back strain in and out of the water. Integrated-weight pockets use the Surelock™ release system for easier loading and unloading. Cargo capacity is handled by a trio of D-rings, numerous accessory attachment grommets and a new drop-down cargo pocket on the diver's right side.

Diver Impressions
Overall, the fit and feel of the Balance is excellent: It's low profile for packing and streamlined in the water. We like the simple waist buckle (no cummerbund) and the performance of the load-distributing harness. That, combined with some modest padding, negates tank pressure. We also like the nifty drop-down cargo pocket. There's only one, but it deploys easily and opens big. It's way easier to use than the typical roll-down version.
AQUA LUNG AIRSOURCE 3 - Editor's Pick - March 2009

COOL FACTOR
With the available adapter rings, the Airsource 3 allows you to use it on almost any BC.

KEY FEATURES
The Airsource 3 stands out from the crowd with a high-performance balanced second stage well suited to the modern "overbalanced" first stages available today. It's also notable for a redesigned "Trim Grip" in the middle of the hose. This can be tugged at to vent air from the BC, and it houses a bayonet mount that allows for easy detachment of the reg for packing and traveling. The Airsource 3 also uses a standard hose connection between the first and second stages for better performance rather than a quick disconnect. A cutoff valve has been added to shut off air supply to the unit in case of a malfunction.

Sea and Sea's New 12.19mp Camera at a bargain basement price! Now it is the Editors Pick in the March 2009 issue of Sport Diver. This is NOT a TOY camera as other underwater point and shoot cameras, but an great camera uw or above with all the features you would expect. Sea&Sea's optics are superior to any on the market with clarity around the edges. To blow a picture up, you can't have any softness (digital noise) and the 1200Dx will deliver for you. Now, the price is right for you to enter the FUN of UW Photography.

Aqua Lung Slingshot - Editor's Pick - March 2009

COOL FACTOR
The only fin on the market with a three-speed transmission. And yes, it's a stick.

KEY FEATURES
Unique silicone Power Bands help keep long paddle blades in tension. On each kick cycle, the bands stretch to store energy and then release it just before the upstroke for an added boost of power. The blade itself hinges at the midpoint of the foot pocket, which not only provides a wide range of motion but also reduces foot and leg strain while kicking. The fin's Power Bands are also adjustable. Three settings are available so divers can fine-tune performance to best suit dive conditions as well as their own leg strength. A well-shaped foot pocket is built for both comfort and security and easily handles all types of dive boots.
Visit sportdiver.com/slingshotvideo to watch Editor Ty Sawyer's review of this fin.

Aqua Lung is excited to offer Slingshot - a revolutionary fin that will take the dive world by storm.The Slingshot™ will make diving more comfortable, efficient and fun. Its innovations include Power Bands, Gear Shift and Mid-foot Flex Joint that all add up to provide a wonderful diving experience.

COLORS AVAILABLE: Black / Silver, Blue / Silver and Red / Silver
SIZES AVAILABLE: Small, regular and Large/X-large

Pure silicone Power Bands are loaded with energy on the power stroke. They release their energy prior to the upstroke to provide an added boost of power
Instead of wasting your energy, you accumulate it and reclaim it!
Power bands lessen fatigue and add thrust

3-speed Gear Shift customizes your speed to effort ratio to fit the specific conditions of your dive
Three different settings are available
Easy to shift during the dive, even with gloves

The blade is attached to the foot pocket using two Mid-foot Flex Joint
This takes the strain off of the toes and the top of the ankle. The result is a dramatic improvement in comfort
You can now use the entire foot to power the fin rather than just the front half of the foot
Provides the blade a significantly larger range of motion, often up to 5 times that of a conventional fin

The Pearl i3 is best ladies BC ever built by Aqua Lung. It features an all-new air cell powered by Aqua Lung’s revolutionary i3 technology. The hybrid air cell combines a jacket style with a back inflation unit that completely surrounds the backpack. The front lobes are sleeker and low profile. The Pearl i3 retains Aqua Lung’s most notable BC features such as the integrated sports bra and SureLock™ weight system.

Integrated i3 controller for easier, single touch control for both inflation and deflation

Multiple dump features allows upper and lower dumps to activate simultaneously when depressing the i3 lever

The one-way valves incorporated into the flat e-valves prevent water from back flushing into the BC

The pull down oral inflator is easy to deploy and use. It can easily be removed should you need an access port for rinsing the inside of the air cell or should you want to attach an Airsource

The patented integrated sports bra provides added comfort, security and stability

The patented SureLock™ weight system offers unsurpassed ease of loading, security and ditching of the weight pouches

The large pull-down left pocket is just one of three zippered utility pockets that allow you to stow your accessories.

A clever “Octo-pocket” (patent pending) can be found on either side of the jacket.

A small pocket on the lower left lobe allows the installation of a retractor (sold separately)

Features two lobe-retaining D-rings that can be used to hold the lobes stationary during weight pouch insertion

A traction pad (patented) built into a proprietary contour backpack prevents cylinder slippage

Outer air cell constructed of Armorshield™ Cordura® for increased wear and fade resistance

EDITOR'S PICK - MARCH 2008
Cool Factor
Lots of viz and little to clear make this mask great for free diving — and excellent for all-round use. KEY FEATURES The Micromask's patented structure allows the lenses to fit in the ocular orbit, bringing them closer to the eyes for an extremely wide peripheral view. Extra-low volume makes this mask easy to clear. It features patented cardanic (double-joint) buckles that rotate both up and down and in and out, providing adaptability and comfort to a wide range of head shapes. Aqua Lung's quick counter-posed push-button activation makes the buckle easy to use, even while wearing gloves. MSRP $100 (with black silicone skirt, $115)

The intuitive i3™ will change the way you dive forever. With this innovative technology, a lever helps you control your buoyancy. It’s that simple.
It’s diving made easier — take control of yourself.

SAFE
The i3 (patent pending) allows you to take control of your diving. Mastering buoyancy control is one of the most difficult skills to learn. The i3 not only makes the skill easier but eliminates potential out-of-control-ascents caused by a diver reaching for the wrong dump valve. The i3 also allows for rapid location and activation of the inflator to establish buoyancy at the surface in case of an emergency.

EASY
The i3 is simple and intuitive. Move the lever up to inflate; down to deflate your jacket.

CONVENIENT
Unlike a traditional inflator at the end of a floppy hose, the i3 never moves. It is stationary at the same location where your left hand normally rests. It is always in the right place at the right time.

RELIABLE
The i3 does not utilize pneumatics or hydraulics to activate the Flat E-Valves. Therefore, there is no possibility of failure due to leaks. Using push-rod technology, as found in aircraft, the design remains simple and robust.

FUN
The i3 is just plain fun to use.

Aqua Lung Titan LX -- June 2009 Editor's Pick

Aqua Lung Balance - May 2009 Editor's Pick

Aqua Lung Micromask - March 2008 Editors Pick