Scubapro Hydros X Air2 Men's with Color Kit Installed (Does not include Backpack)
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Scubapro Hydros X Air2 Men's with Color Kit Installed (Does not include Backpack) - Army Green / S (Small) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Scubapro size charts by gear type. Wetsuits and most fins link to their own chart pages. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.
Wetsuits
Scubapro’s wetsuit charts each have their own page:
Rash guards and exposure wear
Scubapro men's and women's exposure protection
Men
| Dimensions | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| Men | ||
| XS |
5′5″–5′7″ 165–170 |
142–167 65–75 |
| S |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
153–188 70–80 |
| ST |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
153–188 70–80 |
| MS |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
164–189 75–85 |
| M |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
164–189 75–85 |
| MT |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
164–189 75–85 |
| LS |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
175–200 80–90 |
| L |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
175–200 80–90 |
| LT |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
175–200 80–90 |
| XLS |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
186–211 85–95 |
| XL |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
186–211 85–95 |
| XLT |
6′3″–6′5″ 190–195 |
186–211 85–95 |
| 2XLS |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
197–222 90–100 |
| 2XL |
6′3″–6′5″ 190–195 |
197–222 90–100 |
| 2XLT |
6′5″+ >195 |
197–222 90–100 |
| 3XLS |
6′3″–6′5″ 190–195 |
208–235 95–105 |
| 3XL |
6′5″+ >195 |
208–235 95–105 |
| 4XL |
6′5″+ >195 |
219–244 100–110 |
| 5XL |
6′5″+ >195 |
230–255 105–115 |
Women
| Dimensions | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| Women | ||
| 2XS - 0 |
4′11″–5′1″ 150–155 |
93–118 42–54 |
| XS - 2 |
5′1″–5′3″ 155–160 |
106–131 47–59 |
| S - 4 |
5′3″–5′5″ 160–165 |
115–140 52–64 |
| ST - 4T |
5′5″–5′7″ 165–170 |
115–140 52–64 |
| MS - 6S |
5′3″–5′5″ 160–165 |
126–151 57–69 |
| M - 6 |
5′5″–5′7″ 165–170 |
126–151 57–69 |
| MT - 6T |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
126–151 57–69 |
| LS - 8S |
5′5″–5′7″ 165–170 |
137–162 62–74 |
| L - 8 |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
137–162 62–74 |
| LT - 8T |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
137–162 62–74 |
| XLS - 10S |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
148–173 67–79 |
| XL - 10 |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
148–173 67–79 |
| XLT - 10L |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
148–173 67–79 |
| 2XLS - 12S |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
159–184 72–84 |
| 2XL - 12 |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
159–184 72–84 |
| 3XL - 14 |
>6′1″ >185 |
>181 >82 |
| 4XL - 16 |
>6′1″ >185 |
>181 >82 |
From Scubapro’s chart: These charts are intended to act as a sizing guide. We recommend that all suits be tried on to ensure a perfect fit. Wetsuit chart applies to the following: Exodry, Everdry 4, Evertech Breathable, NovaScotia Semi-dry, all Everflex wetsuits, Profile 0.5, Sport 7mm Semi-dry, Sport 3,5,7mm steamers, Oneflex wetsuits, Tropical Steamer, Everflex Skin Suit, Everflex Hooded Vest 5mm, Everflex Hooded Vest 2.5mm, Pyroflex Steamers & Tops, Hybrid Jane, Hybrid shorty, Hybrid Shorts, Hybrid Cargo Shorts
Scubapro men's and women's rash guards
| Size | Chest in · cm |
Waist in · cm |
Height ft/in · cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men | |||
| XS |
30–32 77–81 |
28–29 70–74 |
5′5″–5′7″ 165–170 |
| S |
32–34 82–86 |
30–31 75–79 |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
| M |
34–36 87–91 |
31–33 80–84 |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
| L |
36–38 92–96 |
33–35 85–89 |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
| XL |
38–40 97–101 |
35–37 90–94 |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
| 2XL |
40–42 102–106 |
37–39 95–99 |
6′3″–6′5″ 190–195 |
| 3XL |
42–44 107–111 |
39–41 100–104 |
6′5″–6′7″ 195–200 |
| Women | |||
| XS |
26–28 66–70 |
23–25 59–63 |
5′1″–5′3″ 155–160 |
| S |
28–29 70–74 |
25–26 63–67 |
5′3″–5′5″ 160–165 |
| M |
29–31 74–78 |
26–28 67–71 |
5′5″–5′7″ 1675–170 |
| L |
31–32 78–82 |
28–30 71–75 |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–175 |
| XL |
32–34 82–86 |
30–31 75–79 |
5′9″–5′11″ 175–180 |
From Scubapro’s chart: This chart is intended to act as a sizing guide. We recommend that undergarments be tried on to ensure a perfect fit.
Drysuits
Scubapro drysuits use the exposure protection chart above.
Hoods
Scubapro hoods
| Size | Head circumference (approx.) in · cm |
|---|---|
| XS/S |
20.5 52 |
| S/M |
21 53 |
| M/L |
21.5 55 |
| L/XL |
22 56 |
| XL/2XL |
22.5 57 |
From Scubapro’s chart: This chart is intended to act as a sizing guide. We recommend that all hoods be tried on to ensure a perfect fit.
Gloves
Scubapro dive gloves
| Size | Glove length in · cm |
Palm girth in · cm |
Glove opening in · cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS |
10–11 26–28 |
7–8 18–20 |
5–6 14–16 |
| XS |
10–11 27–29 |
7–8 19–21 |
6–7 15–17 |
| S |
11–12 28–30 |
8–9 20–22 |
6–7 16–18 |
| M |
11–12 29–31 |
8–9 21–23 |
7–8 17–19 |
| L |
12–13 30–32 |
9–10 22–24 |
7–8 18–20 |
| XL |
12–13 31–33 |
9–10 23–25 |
7–8 19–21 |
| 2XL |
13–14 32–34 |
10–11 24–26 |
8–9 20–22 |
Tolerance: +- 0.3, .80
Boots and socks
Scubapro men's boots and socks
| Men size | USA | UK | EU |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3XS | 4 | 3 | 34–35 |
| 2XS | 5 | 4 | 36 |
| XS | 6 | 5 | 37–38 |
| S | 7 | 6 | 39 |
| M | 8 | 7 | 40–41 |
| L | 9 | 8 | 42 |
| XL | 10 | 9 | 43–44 |
| 2XL | 11 | 10 | 45 |
| 3XL | 12 | 11 | 46–47 |
| 4XL | 13 | 12 | 48 |
BCDs
Scubapro Hydros Pro 2
Height and weight
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| XS |
4′11″–5′2″ 150–157 |
95–145 45–65 |
| S |
5′2″–5′7″ 157–170 |
120–155 54–70 |
| M |
5′7″–6′0″ 170–183 |
143–187 65–85 |
| L |
5′10″–6′2″ 179–188 |
176–242 80–110 |
| XL–2XL |
6′1″–6′6″ 185–199 |
220–285 100–130 |
Cummerbund circumference
| Size | Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|
| XS |
26–38 66–97 |
| S |
27–41 68–105 |
| M |
28–46 71–116 |
| L |
30–50 76–128 |
| XL–2XL |
32–59 81–149 |
Lift, jacket weight with BPI and jacket weight with AIR2
| Size | Lift lb · N |
Jacket weight with BPI lb · kg |
Jacket weight with AIR2 lb · kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS |
35 150 |
8.4 3.8 |
8.9 4.0 |
| S |
35 150 |
8.4 3.8 |
8.9 4.0 |
| M |
40 170 |
8.8 4.0 |
9.4 4.3 |
| L |
40 170 |
8.9 4.1 |
9.5 4.3 |
| XL–2XL |
40 170 |
8.9 4.1 |
9.5 4.3 |
Scubapro Hydros Pro BCD, male and female
Height and weight
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| Male | ||
| S |
5′2″–5′7″ 157–170 |
120–155 54–70 |
| M |
5′7″–6′0″ 170–183 |
143–187 65–85 |
| L |
5′10″–6′2″ 179–188 |
176–242 80–110 |
| XL–2XL |
6′1″–6′6″ 185–199 |
220–285 100–130 |
| Female | ||
| XS–S |
4′11″–5′7″ 150–170 |
95–145 45–65 |
| M |
5′3″–5′11″ 160–180 |
120–170 55–77 |
| L |
5′7″–6′1″ 170–185 |
150–210 68–95 |
Cummerbund circumference
| Size | Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|
| Male | |
| S |
26–39 66–99 |
| M |
28–45 71–115 |
| L |
30–50 76–127 |
| XL–2XL |
32–58 81–147 |
| Female | |
| XS–S |
26–39 66–99 |
| M |
28–45 71–115 |
| L |
30–50 76–127 |
Lift, weight system primary and weight system trim
| Size | Lift lb · N |
Weight system primary lb · kg |
Weight system trim lb · kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | |||
| S |
36 160 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
| M |
40.5 180 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
| L |
40.5 180 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
| XL–2XL |
40.5 180 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
| Female | |||
| XS–S |
36 160 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
| M |
36 160 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
| L |
40.5 180 |
18 8 |
9 4 |
From Scubapro’s chart: This size chart is to be used as a guide only. We recommend a proper fitment before selecting the size.
Scubapro Glide BCD
Height, weight and cummerbund circumference
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS |
5′0″–5′5″ 152–165 |
100–125 45–57 |
28–36 71–91 |
| S |
5′2″–5′7″ 157–170 |
120–155 54–70 |
30–38 76–97 |
| M |
5′5″–5′10″ 165–178 |
150–170 68–77 |
34–43 86–109 |
| L |
5′7″–6′0″ 170–183 |
170–200 77–91 |
38–46 97–117 |
| XL |
6′0″–6′3″ 183–191 |
195–235 88–107 |
42–52 107–132 |
| 2XL |
6′2″–6′5″ 188–196 |
230–270 104–122 |
50–60 127–152 |
Lift and jacket weight with BPI
| Size | Lift lb · kg |
Jacket weight with BPI lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| XS |
22.5 10.2 |
7.9 3.6 |
| S |
29.2 13.2 |
8.1 3.7 |
| M |
31.5 14.2 |
8.4 3.8 |
| L |
31.5 14.2 |
8.6 3.9 |
| XL |
33.7 15.4 |
8.8 4.0 |
| 2XL |
38.2 17.3 |
9.0 4.1 |
Scubapro Level BCD
Height, weight and cummerbund circumference
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS |
5′0″–5′5″ 152–165 |
99–123 45–56 |
31–36 79–91 |
| S |
5′2″–5′7″ 157–170 |
119–154 54–70 |
35–41 89–104 |
| M |
5′7″–5′11″ 170–180 |
150–170 68–77 |
37–43 94–109 |
| L |
5′11″–6′1″ 180–185 |
170–209 77–95 |
38–44 97–112 |
| XL |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
194–240 88–109 |
40–47 102–119 |
Lift and jacket weight with BPI
| Size | Lift lb · kg |
Jacket weight with BPI lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| XS |
22.5 10.2 |
6.4 2.9 |
| S |
27 12.2 |
6.6 3.0 |
| M |
29.2 13.2 |
6.6 3.0 |
| L |
33.7 15.4 |
6.6 3.0 |
| XL |
38.2 17.3 |
6.6 3.0 |
Scubapro X-Black BCD
Height, weight and cummerbund circumference
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| S |
5′2″–5′7″ 157–170 |
119–154 54–70 |
34–36 86–92 |
| M |
5′7″–5′11″ 170–180 |
150–170 68–77 |
37–41 95–105 |
| L |
5′10″–6′1″ 178–185 |
170–209 77–95 |
42–46 106–118 |
| XL |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
194–238 88–108 |
44–50 113–127 |
| 2XL |
6′3″–6′6″ 190–198 |
225–269 102–122 |
46–54 118–138 |
Lift and jacket weight with BPI
| Size | Lift lb · kg |
Jacket weight with BPI lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| S |
38.2 17.3 |
9.5 4.3 |
| M |
44.9 20.3 |
9.7 4.4 |
| L |
49.5 22.4 |
9.9 4.5 |
| XL |
56.2 25.5 |
10.1 4.6 |
| 2XL |
65.1 29.6 |
10.3 4.7 |
Scubapro Seahawk 2 BCD
Height, weight and cummerbund circumference
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS |
4′8″–5′2″ 147–160 |
79–99 36–45 |
28–37 72–93 |
| XS |
5′0″–5′4″ 152–165 |
100–123 45–56 |
30–39 77–99 |
| S |
5′2″–5′7″ 157–170 |
119–154 54–70 |
30–38 76–97 |
| M |
5′7″–5′11″ 170–180 |
150–170 68–77 |
32–40 81–102 |
| L |
5′10″–6′1″ 178–185 |
170–209 77–95 |
38–46 96–116 |
| XL |
6′1″–6′3″ 185–190 |
194–240 88–109 |
44–52 112–132 |
| 2XL |
6′2″–6′5″ 188–196 |
229–271 104–123 |
50–60 127–152 |
Lift and jacket weight with BPI
| Size | Lift lb · kg |
Jacket weight with BPI lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| 2XS |
38.2 17.3 |
6.8 3.1 |
| XS |
38.2 17.3 |
6.8 3.1 |
| S |
54 24.4 |
7.0 3.2 |
| M |
54 24.4 |
7.3 3.3 |
| L |
54 24.4 |
7.3 3.3 |
| XL |
54 24.4 |
7.5 3.4 |
| 2XL |
54 24.4 |
7.5 3.4 |
Scubapro Navigator Lite BCD
Height and weight
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| 2XS–M |
4′10″–5′11″ 147–180 |
79–170 36–77 |
| M–2XL |
5′11″–6′5″ 180–196 |
170–270 77–120 |
Cummerbund circumference
| Size | Cummerbund circumference in · cm |
|---|---|
| 2XS–M |
28–40 70–100 |
| M–2XL |
40–60 100–150 |
Lift, jacket weight with BPI and jacket weight with AIR2
| Size | Lift lb · kg |
Jacket weight with BPI lb · kg |
Jacket weight with AIR2 lb · kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS–M |
38.2 17.3 |
5.5 2.5 |
5.7 2.6 |
| M–2XL |
38.2 17.3 |
6.0 2.7 |
6.2 2.8 |
Fins
Each of these Scubapro fin charts has its own page:
- Seawing Supernova, Seawing Nova and Seawing Gorilla open heel fins
- Seawing Supernova and Seawing Nova full foot fins
- MFS modular fins: open heel pocket, Midi and Maxi blades
- Jet Sport open heel fins
- Adjustable fins (EU sizes): Seawing Nova, Seawing Gorilla, Go Sport, Twin Jet, Jet Fin
- Twin Jet Max and Twin Jet open heel fins
- Twin Jet full foot fins
- Go fins
- Full foot fins: Seawing, Twin Jet, Jet Sport, Go, Rental and Rubber
Scubapro Go Sport open heel fins
| US men | 3mm boot | 5mm boot | Heavy/ |
|---|---|---|---|
|
4 US women 5 · UK 3 · EU 35–36 |
XS | XS | XS |
|
5 US women 6 · UK 4 · EU 37 |
XS | XS | S |
|
6 US women 7 · UK 5 · EU 38 |
S | S | S |
|
7 US women 8 · UK 6 · EU 39–40 |
S | S | M |
|
8 US women 9 · UK 7 · EU 41 |
S | M | M |
|
9 US women 10 · UK 8 · EU 42 |
M | M | L |
|
10 US women 11 · UK 9 · EU 43–44 |
M | L | L |
|
11 US women 12 · UK 10 · EU 45 |
L | L | XL |
|
12 US women 13 · UK 11 · EU 46 |
L | L | XL |
|
13 US women 14 · UK 12 · EU 47 |
L | XL | XL |
|
14 US women 15 · UK 13 · EU 48–49 |
XL | XL | — |
|
15 US women 16 · UK 14 · EU 50 |
XL | XL | — |
|
16 US women 17 · UK 15 · EU 51–52 |
XL | — | — |
Source: Scubapro’s size chart (original chart 1, original chart 2, original chart 3, original chart 4, original chart 5, original chart 6, original chart 7, original chart 8, original chart 9, original chart 10, original chart 11, original chart 12, original chart 13, original chart 14, original chart 15, original chart 16, original chart 17, original chart 18, original chart 19, original chart 20).
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Product Information
The Scubapro Hydros X Air2 Men's with Color Kit Installed is a front-adjustable men's BCD built around injection-molded Monprene thermoplastic shoulders and back pad, rated at 29.2 lbs (13.2 kg) of lift, and configured here with the Air2 alternate inflator regulator in place of the standard Balanced Power Inflator plus a HYDROS BCD Color Kit already installed in your chosen color. This configuration does not include the backpack.
Who it is for
It suits recreational divers who want a front-adjustable jacket fit with integrated weights, and who prefer a single inflator that also serves as an alternate air source instead of a separate octopus. The modular, detachable construction and fast-drying Monprene harness make it a practical choice for divers who travel, rinse gear often and like to personalize the look of their rig.
Key details
- Lift capacity 29.2 lbs (13.2 kg); manufacturer-listed weight 9.71 lbs.
- EndurTex nylon bladder, PU-coated 420 denier high-tenacity material
- Monprene thermoplastic shoulders and back pad; Monprene Dual Compound backpack type
- Integrated front weight system with quick-release buckles, one-handed operation, plus two rear trim weight pouches
- Two large zippered cargo pockets and 10 D-rings on the Multi-Mount Accessory Matrix
- Super Cinch stainless steel tank band and rotating quick-release shoulder buckles
Compatibility and sizing
Offered in men's S, M, L and XL/2XL. The HYDROS BCD Color Kit shown here is offered in Black, White, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Purple, Orange, Turquoise and Army Green, attaches to the pocket and panel covers, and fits the Hydros X and Hydros Pro. It is not compatible with the Hydros Pro 2, which uses the Monorail Weight System, or with the Scubapro GO BCD. Kit colors coordinate with Scubapro Seawing Nova fin colors.
What's in the box
- Scubapro Hydros X men's BCD with Air2 inflator
- HYDROS BCD Color Kit installed in the selected color
- Backpack not included
DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Scubapro dealer and a real dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or start a chat if you want help confirming your size or the color kit fit on your Hydros.
- Front-adjustable design with 29.2 lbs (13.2 kg) of lift for buoyancy control.
- Air2 inflator alternate inflator regulator replaces the standard Balanced Power Inflator on this configuration.
- Monprene thermoplastic shoulders and back pad fully injection molded for a tailored, body-conscious and fast-drying fit.
- Rotating quick-release shoulder buckles let you route the straps for a personalized fit.
- EndurTex nylon bladder in PU-coated 420 denier high-tenacity material that resists UV, chemicals and abrasion.
- Integrated front weight system with quick-release buckles for one-handed operation.
- Two rear trim pockets help maintain a comfortable swimming position.
- Two large zippered cargo pockets for easy access to gear while diving.
- Multi-Mount Accessory Matrix with 10 D-rings and mounting points for knife, light, SMB and hoses.
- Super Cinch tank band stainless steel buckle and band system for a secure cylinder hold.
- Color Kit installed on the pocket and panel covers, available in Black, White, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Purple, Orange, Turquoise and Army Green.
- Detachable, modular components support easy maintenance and customization. Backpack not included.
| BCD Type | Front Adjustable |
| Gender | Men |
| Activity | Recreational |
| Lift Capacity | 29.2 lbs (13.2 kg) |
| Weight | 9.71 lbs |
| Inflator | Air2 alternate inflator regulator (BPI is the standard inflator) |
| Bladder Material | EndurTex PU-coated 420 denier high-tenacity nylon |
| Shoulders and Back Pad | Injection-molded Monprene thermoplastic |
| Backpack Type | Monprene Dual Compound (backpack not included in this configuration) |
| Number of Pockets | 2 zippered cargo pockets |
| Pocket Type | Modular / Add-On |
| Back Trim Pockets | 2 |
| Number of D-Rings | 10 |
| Tank Band | Super Cinch stainless steel buckle and band |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL/2XL |
| Color Kit Colors | Black, White, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Purple, Orange, Turquoise, Army Green |
| Color Kit Compatibility | Hydros X and Hydros Pro (not Hydros Pro 2 or Scubapro GO) |
| Color Kit Dimensions | 12.79 in L x 8.27 in W x 1.18 in H |
| Color Kit Weight | 0.35 lb |
| MPN | 21.900.540 |
- Scubapro Hydros X men's BCD with Air2 inflator
- HYDROS BCD Color Kit installed in the selected color
- Backpack not included
⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the ScubaPro Hydros X and the Hydros Pro?
The Hydros X is ScubaPro's front-adjustable take on the Hydros concept, while the Hydros Pro is the back-inflate model. The X uses injection-molded Monprene on the shoulders and back pad with a PU-coated 420-denier nylon jacket; the Pro's entire fabric-free harness is molded Monprene gel. Both share the same interchangeable Hydros color kits. If you prefer the familiar feel and surface stability of a front-adjustable BCD, choose the X; if you want the body-hugging modular gel harness in a streamlined back-inflate design, choose the Hydros Pro or its successor, the Hydros Pro 2.
What size ScubaPro Hydros X should I get?
Per ScubaPro's official size chart — Men's: S (5'2"–5'7", 120–155 lbs), M (5'7"–6'0", 143–187 lbs), L (5'10"–6'2", 176–242 lbs), XL/2XL (6'1"–6'6", 220–285 lbs). Women's: XS/S (4'11"–5'7", 95–145 lbs), M (5'3"–5'11", 120–170 lbs), L (5'7"–6'1", 150–210 lbs). If you land between sizes or are unsure, contact us before ordering — we fit these every week and can help you get it right the first time.
How much does the Hydros X weigh, and how much lift does it have?
With the balanced power inflator, the Hydros X weighs 9.2 lbs (4.2 kg) in Men's S, 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg) in M, and 10.3 lbs (4.7 kg) in L and XL/2XL; women's sizes run 9.2–9.7 lbs. Lift capacity ranges from 29.2 lbs in the smallest sizes up to 44.9 lbs in Men's L–2XL, per ScubaPro's official spec chart.
Does the Hydros X come with a travel backpack?
No. Unlike the Hydros Pro, which includes a carry-on travel backpack, the Hydros X does not — ScubaPro sells its BCD Carry Bag separately, which is why our listing notes the backpack is not included. One point of confusion worth clearing up: ScubaPro's product description mentions a 'full-sized backpack,' and that refers to the BCD's rigid molded back plate (the structure that holds your tank), not a travel bag.
What weight system does the Hydros X use?
The Hydros X has an integrated front weight system with flat-buckled quick-release pockets, plus two rear trim pouches for balancing your rig. ScubaPro's Weight Pocket Kit for the Hydros family holds up to 11 lbs (5 kg) of ballast per pocket. These use ScubaPro's classic quick-release buckle system — not the Monorail pockets introduced on the Hydros Pro 2.
How should a scuba BCD fit?
A BCD should fit snugly enough that it does not ride up toward your ears when inflated, while still letting you breathe fully. Fasten the waist and cummerbund first, then adjust the shoulder straps so the tank sits close to your back and the shoulders cannot slide off. With the BCD fully inflated at the surface you should still be able to take a deep, comfortable breath; if it squeezes your chest, loosen it or move up a size.
How do I rinse and care for a BCD after diving?
Rinse the outside in fresh water and also flush the inside of the bladder, because salt water gets in through the inflator and dump valves. Fill the bladder roughly a third full of fresh water through the oral inflator, slosh it around, then drain it out through the inflator and each dump valve. Hang it to dry out of direct sunlight and store it partially inflated so the bladder walls do not stick together.
Should I use integrated weights or a weight belt?
Integrated weight pockets carry the lead in the BCD itself, which many divers find more comfortable and easier on the hips, while a weight belt keeps the weight independent of your BCD. Either way, you must be able to release your ditchable weight quickly with one hand, and your buddy should know how your system releases. Non-ditchable trim pockets are useful for balance but should never hold weight you might need to drop.
How do I pack a BCD for travel?
Make sure the BCD is completely dry inside and out before packing so it does not mildew in transit. Remove all weights, deflate it fully, and fold or roll it around softer items such as a wetsuit to cushion the inflator and valves. Avoid hard creases in the air cell, and unpack and air it out as soon as you arrive.
When does a BCD need to be serviced?
Follow the service interval in the manufacturer's manual, which is commonly an annual inspection alongside the rest of your life-support gear. Have the inflator, dump valves, and bladder checked any time the inflator sticks, free-flows, feels rough, or the BCD holds air poorly. Between services, confirm that it inflates and deflates properly as part of every pre-dive check.
What is the difference between a jacket-style and a back-inflate BCD?
A jacket-style BCD holds air in panels that wrap around your sides as well as your back, while a back-inflate BCD keeps the entire air cell behind you. Jacket styles tend to feel very stable and upright at the surface, and back-inflate styles keep the chest clear and are often preferred for horizontal trim underwater. Neither is objectively better, so treat it as a fit and preference decision and try both if you can.
Will my BCD fit any scuba tank?
Most recreational BCDs use an adjustable cam band sized for common single-cylinder diameters, so standard aluminum and steel tanks generally work. Re-check the band tension after the first wetting, because webbing can relax slightly and let the tank shift. If you dive doubles or unusual cylinder diameters, confirm compatibility with the manufacturer before assuming it will hold.
What is the difference between the Air2 version and the standard BPI version of the Hydros X?
The Hydros X normally ships with the BPI, Scubapro's Balanced Power Inflator. This listing is built with the Air2 instead, which Scubapro describes as an alternate inflator regulator, so the inflator at the end of the corrugated hose also serves as your alternate air source rather than a separate second stage. Scubapro lists the Air2 as an optional alternate inflator for the Hydros X, which is rated at 29.2 lbs of lift.
Can I change or remove the color kit later?
Yes. The HYDROS BCD Color Kit attaches to the pocket and panel covers and Scubapro describes it as quick and easy to attach, though it recommends installation by an authorized Scubapro dealer. Kits are offered in Black, White, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Purple, Orange, Turquoise and Army Green, and the colors coordinate with Scubapro Seawing Nova fins. On this listing the kit arrives already installed in the color you select.
Will this color kit fit other Hydros models?
The HYDROS BCD Color Kit is compatible with the Hydros X and the Hydros Pro. It does not fit the Hydros Pro 2, which uses the Monorail Weight System, or the Scubapro GO BCD. Each kit measures 12.79 in by 8.27 in by 1.18 in and weighs 0.35 lb. If you are unsure which Hydros generation you own, call us at 888-701-4017 before ordering.
How much gear can I attach to the Hydros X?
The Hydros X uses a Multi-Mount Accessory Matrix with 10 D-rings and multiple mounting points for a knife, light, SMB or hoses. It also has two large zippered cargo pockets and two rear trim weight pouches, plus the integrated front weight system with quick-release buckles for one-handed operation. The cylinder is held by a Super Cinch stainless steel buckle and band system.
Review summary
Reviewers consistently call this BCD comfortable, with the shoulder straps getting specific praise for a snug hold. Several say it feels well built and still looks close to new after years of use, and one notes it dries quickly between dives. Good to know: sizing runs large for some, so check the chart before ordering, and one heavy-use diver saw pocket zippers and the inflator hose wear out. It suits divers who want a comfortable, adjustable back-inflation BCD with roomy pockets.
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