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Best Travel Gear for Scuba Diving Trips

For our 2026 Liveaboards issue, ScubaLab reviewed travel-friendly dive gear. This roundup highlights several categories of travel-ready gear, including bags, BCs, fins and more.

60:Second ScubaLab - Cressi Leonardo Dive Computer

The Leonardo is a complete RGBM computer that offers all the functions recreational divers need in a sharp-looking package.

60:Second ScubaLab - SUBGEAR Cayman Regulator

This 2010 Testers’ Choice regulator is a powerhouse when it comes to performance. And it’s a great price.

60:Second ScubaLab - SeaSoft SeaLion BC

The SeaLion BC from SeaSoft comes in just four sizes. But that doesn’t mean it fits just four sizes of divers. With the SeaLion, a diver can actually keep the same-sized BC for a lifetime.

60:Second ScubaLab - IST Dolphin Tech JT40D

With its custom configuration, the JT40D has been engineered to allow complete personalization or set-up for mission-specific diving.

60:Second ScubaLab - Aqua Lung Express Adjustable Fin

The Express Adjustable delivers kicking power and comfort for year-round diving in all conditions.

ScubaLab: Mask Tests 2011

ScubaLab examined 18 new masks to help you find one that will fit your face — and style of diving.

Drysuits 2011: Seasoft XV4

The Testers’ Choice in neoprene suits, the XV4 was unsurpassed in comfort and warmth in and out of the water.