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Scubapro Classic BCD

Scubapro  |  SKU: 22.108.150
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Product Information

The SCUBAPRO Classic BCD is a jacket-style, weight-integrated buoyancy compensator for recreational scuba divers, built from puncture-resistant polyurethane-coated 420 denier nylon with RF-welded seams and offered in sizes XS to XL with lift capacity from 33.7 lb (XS) to 80.9 lb (XL). A direct descendant of SCUBAPRO's 1978 Stab Jacket, it can be configured with either a Balanced Power Inflator (BPI) or the AIR2 alternate air source and inflator regulator.

Who it is for

This unisex jacket BCD suits divers who want the stable, upright feel of a wrap-around air cell for open water training, vacation diving, local shore and boat dives, and everyday single-cylinder recreational diving. The quick-release integrated weight pouches and two rear trim pouches let you move lead off a belt and fine-tune your swimming position, while four pockets and six stainless steel D-rings give instructors, guides and gear-heavy divers places to stow and clip accessories.

Key details

  • Jacket-style, unisex, black, in 420 denier polyurethane-coated nylon with RF-welded seams.
  • Stainless steel Super Cinch tank buckle system for a secure, stable cylinder.
  • Quick-release integrated weight pouches with squeeze and oversized buckles.
  • Four pockets: two large Velcro pockets with knife attachment grommets and two zippered pockets.
  • Six stainless steel D-rings: four large pre-bent plus two smaller.
  • Fully adjustable cummerbund, heavy-duty waist overstrap with stainless steel cam buckle, and an adjustable harness with quick-release buckles.
  • Fast-drying padded hard pack backpack.

Compatibility and sizing

Five sizes are published: XS (33.7 lb lift, 9.3 lb), S, M (45 lb lift, 9.95 lb, 20.5 in long), L and XL (80.9 lb lift, 10.65 lb, 22 in long). Lift capacity, weight and length scale with size, so choose by torso fit first. The inflator side accepts either a Balanced Power Inflator or the AIR2 (5th Gen) alternate air source and inflator regulator.

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 choosing between sizes or deciding between a BPI and an AIR2 setup.

⚠️ 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

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.

How much lift does the Scubapro Classic BCD have?

Lift capacity depends on size. SCUBAPRO publishes 33.7 lb (15.4 kg) for the XS, 45 lb for the M and 80.9 lb for the XL, with S and L falling between those figures. BCD weight also scales with size, from 9.3 lb in XS to 9.95 lb in M and 10.65 lb in XL, so pick the size that fits your torso rather than chasing a lift number.

Should I set up the Classic BCD with a Balanced Power Inflator or an AIR2?

Both are supported. The Classic BCD accepts either a Balanced Power Inflator (BPI), which is a standard inflator with a separate octopus, or the AIR2 (5th Gen), which combines the inflator and an alternate air source in one unit to simplify your hose routing. Choose the AIR2 if you want fewer hoses, or the BPI if you prefer a conventional backup second stage. Call us if you are unsure which configuration suits your setup.

What makes the Classic BCD durable?

The shell is puncture-resistant 420 denier nylon with a polyurethane coating, and the seams are RF-welded rather than stitched. Hardware is stainless steel, including the Super Cinch tank buckle, the waist overstrap cam buckle and all six D-rings. The design itself is a direct descendant of SCUBAPRO's 1978 Stab Jacket, so it is a long-running, proven jacket platform. Warranty terms are handled under SCUBAPRO's standard warranty policy.

How much storage and attachment space does it have?

There are four pockets: two large Velcro-closure pockets with knife attachment grommets and two zippered pockets. You also get two rear trim pouches for balancing your swim position, plus six stainless steel D-rings, four large pre-bent ones and two smaller ones, for clipping lights, reels, SMBs and other accessories.

Review summary

4.7 47 ratings across the web

Reviewers consistently point to the same thing: rock solid buoyancy control, with the wrap around bladder keeping you heads up on the surface and balanced at depth. Many have dived the Classic for decades and say it holds up. Comfort and well placed D rings, dump valves and pockets come up often too. Good to know: Scubapro sizing runs large, and the jacket cut can feel tight at the neck and shoulders on broad builds, so check the size chart. A solid pick for divers who want a traditional vest style BCD they will keep for years.

What reviewers like

Stable buoyancy, wrap-around bladder keeps you heads-up on surface
Comfortable to wear
Holds up for decades of regular diving
D-rings, dump valves and pockets are well placed
Enough lift for a larger diver in cold water

Good to know

Runs large and the jacket cut is snug at neck and shoulders, so size by the chart or try one on
One diver reported bladder and Air 2 leaks after heavy use, so rinse well and have it serviced yearly