Scuba Gear Reviews by Joel Charlebois

DEEP SEE 5.5MM KIDS SEA SCOUT STEP-IN JACKET WITH ATTACHED HOOD
Rating: DEEP SEE 5.5MM KIDS SEA SCOUT STEP-IN JACKET WITH ATTACHED HOOD 9/22/2006

I bought this suit for my ever-growing 10 year old diving son. This is an excellent suit for a youth diving in the Great Lakes from late spring to early fall. The only thing I dont like is that the hood is more like that of a jacket than a diving suit. It has a velcro closure strap around the front of the neck but leaves the lower face, chin and upper throat exposed. The suit is relatively inexpensive, compared to others, which if perfect if you have a growing child.

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DEEP SEE 5.5MM SEA SCOUT KIDS FARMER JOHN
Rating: DEEP SEE 5.5MM SEA SCOUT KIDS FARMER JOHN 9/22/2006

I bought this suit for my ever-growing 10 year old diving son. This is an excellent suit for a youth diving in the Great Lakes from late spring to early fall. The zippered ankle cuffs are perfect for a youth who may not have the dexterity, or desire, to fight their way into a thick wetsuit. The suit is relatively inexpensive, compared to others, which if perfect if you have a growing child.

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119 out of 289 people found this review helpful.

AKONA BY SHERWOOD STANDARD DUFFEL BAG.
Rating: AKONA BY SHERWOOD STANDARD DUFFEL 9/22/2006

I bought this bag for my 10 year old sons gear. It is an excellent gear bag. It is huge and very durable. With the bag fully loaded, the should strap is probably the most comfortable one Ive ever used.

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63 out of 132 people found this review helpful.

OCEAN REEF PLASTIC BELT BUCKLE
Rating: INNOVATIVE PLASTIC BELT BUCKLE 9/22/2006

The buckle works well and Ive had no problems. However, it does not give you that "pop" sound that lets you know it is securely closed. This is more of a personal preference for peace of mind than anything else. I keep a couple in my save a dive kit.

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AKONA BY SHERWOOD 6.5MM ZIPPERED HOOD
Rating: AKONA BY SHERWOOD 6.5MM ZIPPERED HOOD 9/22/2006

This is an excellent hood for diving in the Great Lakes from late spring to early fall. Despite the tickness it is very comfortable and flexible. The hood vents trapped air through to exits in the top and the zipper is very easy for one person manipulate. The hood only leaves a very minimal area of the face exposed and has smooths seals around the face and neck. There is very little water exchange. I have been diving for 14 years and have owned 3 other hoods. This is the best one so far and was the least expensive.

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AKONA BY SHERWOOD 6.5MM 2 PIECE COMBO
Rating: AKONA BY SHERWOOD 6.5MM 2 PIECE 9/22/2006

This is an excellent wetsuit for the price. It is very comfortable and flexible for the thickness. The wrist and ankle seals keep water exchange to a minimum. The suit is perfect for late spring to early fall diving in the Great Lakes and St Lawrence River areas. The only things I would be to add would be a spine pad, elbow pads and larger knee pads. Overall, this is a great suit for under $200.00

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79 out of 161 people found this review helpful.