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Latest Scuba Gear Trends: Wetsuits, Dive Lights and Watches

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By Roger Roy | Updated On February 1, 2024
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Latest Scuba Gear Trends: Wetsuits, Dive Lights and Watches

QUICK LOOKS

ScubaLab's Quick Guide to Must-Have Dive Gear

In the market for new dive gear, but don't have time to wait until the next ScubaLab Review? You're in luck, because our ScubaLab Director hand-picked some of his favorite new dive gear on the market, plus a quick overview about the latest and greatest features!

SeaLife Sea Dragon Mini 650 Flood Light
Courtesy SeaLife

SeaLife Sea Dragon Mini 650

Just 6.3 inches long, this light puts out 650 lumens for photo, video or general dive use. There are two versions — a 120-degree flood beam for illuminating video or photos and a 15-degree spot for an intense, penetrating beam. It comes with a Y-S mount and attaches to a GoPro, AquaPod or cold shoe. Contact sealife-cameras.com MSRP $159

Fourth Element Xenos Wetsuit
Courtesy Fourth Element

Fourth Element Xenos

The anatomical cut and cool graphics give the Xenos a superhero look. The body-hugging fit comes in 15 sizes each for men and women. It’s available in 3 mm and 5 mm fullsuit, and 3 mm shorty. Contact fourthelement.com MSRP $269 (3 mm fullsuit); $359 (5 mm fullsuit); $159 (shorty)

Citizen Promaster Aqualand 200 Depth Meter
Courtesy Citizen Watches

Citizen Promaster Aqualand 200 Depth Meter

This watch combines dive-specific functions with a ruggedly elegant style. There’s a depth meter that reads to 70 meters and records max depth, and an ascent-rate warning. It’s rated to 200 meters and has a bold display that’s easy to see at depth. Contact citizenwatch.com MSRP $950

Spyderco Aqua Salt Black Blade
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Spyderco Aqua Salt Black Blade

The workhorse Aqua Salt has returned to Spyderco’s lineup with a makeover. Now made with H1 steel (which we’ve never been able to make rust), the Aqua Salt’s 4.75-inch blade is available with a smooth or serrated edge. Contact spyderco.com MSRP $179.95

QUICK LOOKS

ScubaLab's Quick Guide to Must-Have Dive Gear

In the market for new dive gear, but don't have time to wait until the next ScubaLab Review? You're in luck, because our ScubaLab Director hand-picked some of his favorite new dive gear on the market, plus a quick overview about the latest and greatest features!