ScubaLab tested out the latest jacket-style and back-inflation scuba diving BCs. Check out the results of our in-water evaluations and objective testing.

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ScubaLab's guide to new scuba diving gear. Check out the Mares Bolt and Scubapro Hydros Pro BCs , Aqua Lung's i200 dive computer and the Sealife DC2000 camera.

The J-1700 Mercury BCD is more than just a padded backpack with newly designed dump valves and a coated Nylon shell.

Aqua Lung created a stripped-down BC for experienced scuba divers who prefer one with only the bare essentials.

ScubaLab's quick guide to new, must-have scuba diving gear. Check out Atomic's BC1, Seac F1s Fins, Shearwater Perdix AI and Seasoft Seabags.

Its high level of buoyancy (notably in the smaller models) makes this jacket ideal for beginners, diving schools or renting.

The TransPac XT from Dive Rite is one of the only SCUBA harnesses on the market that can tackle any condition or configuration that a diver throws at it.

Here are five pieces of cold-water scuba gear & equipment to keep you warm and safe during an ice dive or any other cold-water environment.