It’s In the Bag, Baby

We here at Aquaviews have a confession to make: we’re obsessed with bags. Backpacks, beach bags, gadget bags — you name it, we probably have it or want it. So it should come as no surprise that SCUBA gear bags make us all warm and fuzzy inside. But you don’t have to be a bag freak to appreciate a well-constructed gear bag. Whatever your needs may be, there is definitely a bag for that. Check out some of our favorites that you can find at LeisurePro, before we call dibs.

Seattle Sports Explorer Dry Bag – $11.99 – $24.99

Even if you have a bag for all your SCUBA gear, a dry bag is a great thing to have along. Provided you don’t live in your wetsuit and BCD, you’re going to have things you don’t want to get wet, exposed to the sun or other elements, and generally be found in one place. Dry bags are durable, incredibly easy to use, and come in a variety of sizes and material to suit your purposes. This line of dry bags from Seattle Sports are not only affordable, but guaranteed to keep your belongings dry as a bone. Coming from a company that operates in one of the wettest cities in the country, that means something.

Akona Pro Regulator Bag – $39.95

You probably don’t do this, but just for good measure: it’s not a good idea to just huck your regulator in a sack and call it good. We don’t need to tell you that your regulator is your life support when you dive, and even the smallest compromise in its structure can cause big problems. Store your regulator safely in this padded regulator bag from Akonaand rest assured that your equipment is safe. Large enough to fit your first and second stage regulator, octopus, and gauges with all their hoses, it just makes good sense to have one of these around.

Mares Cruise Backpack Pro – $159.95

Traveling divers know that luggage is always a pain at the airport, even more so when you’re packing along your dive gear. Extra bags mean extra money, and those costs can add up quickly. Make dive travel a breeze with this roller backpack from Mares. With enough space to house two sets of warm water gear (or one set of cold water gear), SCUBA couples can delight in having all their gear neatly contained in one durable bag. The wheels actually feature tire tread, which will make pulling it over asphalt streets and other rugged terrain much easier than with the standard hard plastic numbers. Use the hidden shoulder straps or the telescopic handle for efficient maneuvering in whatever the situation calls for.