Sherwood BCDs — Comfort, Security, and the CQR Weight System
Sherwood BCDs carry the same engineering philosophy as the brand's regulators — robust, reliable, built to last. The CQR (Constant Quick Release) weight integration system, found across the Sherwood BCD lineup, is designed to be the most secure weight-integrated system available while still providing a reliable and fast emergency release. Across three main models, Sherwood covers jacket-style everyday diving, a women's-specific design, and a modular configurable system for divers whose needs change across trips and water temperatures.
At DiveCatalog.com, we carry the current Sherwood BCD lineup as an authorized dealer.
The Sherwood BCD Range
Avid — The Flagship Jacket-Style BCD
The Avid's hydrodynamic jacket-style bladder wraps air completely around the torso, combining a 3-D air cell with a suspension strap system for a stable, secure fit designed to eliminate squeeze. The neoprene padded neck roll eliminates chafing across long dive days and boat dives with the BCD on out of the water. CQR-3 weight integration provides the most secure weight integration available — convenience and stability for loading, and reliable release when needed. Pro-Kit Ready construction allows integration of the Sherwood Gemini Breathable Inflator as an upgrade. An improved forward buckle location eases weight pocket loading and unloading compared to earlier designs.
Avid Phantom — Classic Jacket Versatility
The Avid Phantom uses the same proven 3-D air cell and CQR-3 weight system as the Avid in a slightly different design execution, targeting divers who want the same fundamental performance and security in an alternative fit profile. Balanced for a comfortable swimming body position.
Luna — Women's-Specific Design
The Luna was built from the pattern stage specifically for female divers — an updated CQR-4 weight integration system, increased lift, and a lowered tank strap for performance matched to women's proportions. Lower-cut pockets and targeted strap adjustments create a more comfortable fit, and the redesigned styling reflects the performance-meets-aesthetics approach that makes the Luna genuinely different from a resized men's BCD.
Crux — Modular, Infinitely Adjustable
The Crux BCD offers infinite sizing through adjustable components, making it particularly well-suited for divers who find standard sizing inadequate or who share gear across different users. The modular design converts between a lightweight warm-water configuration and a trim-weight-pocket setup for colder dives, with an easy disassembly and reassembly that simplifies packing for travel. Ditchable weight capacity of 10 lbs per pocket, non-ditchable trim pockets of 5 lbs each.
Choosing Your Sherwood BCD
| Diver Type |
Recommended BCD |
Key Reason |
| Recreational divers wanting the flagship Sherwood BCD |
Avid |
CQR-3; neoprene neck roll; Pro-Kit Ready; hydrodynamic 3-D aircell |
| Women divers wanting a proper fit |
Luna |
CQR-4; lower-cut pockets; women's strap geometry; increased lift |
| Divers wanting infinite size adjustability |
Crux |
Modular design; configures between warm and cold water setups; easy to pack |
Why Buy Sherwood BCDs from DiveCatalog.com?
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Authorized Sherwood dealer — genuine products, full manufacturer warranty
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Expert sizing advice — our team can help you choose the right BCD for your diving
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Easy returns — if sizing isn't right, exchanges are straightforward
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Frequently Asked Questions — Sherwood BCDs
What is the CQR weight system?
CQR (Constant Quick Release) is Sherwood's patented weight integration system, designed to provide the most secure weight retention during a dive while still delivering a reliable, fast emergency release. The CQR-3 is used on the Avid; the CQR-4 is the updated generation on the Luna.
What does Pro-Kit Ready mean on the Avid?
It means the Avid's inflator hose and system are designed to accept the optional Sherwood Gemini Breathable Inflator — an integrated inflator and alternate air source that can be added as an upgrade without modifying the BCD.
Is the Crux the right BCD for technical diving?
The Crux is a modular recreational jacket-style BCD — its modularity relates to sizing and configuration, not to a backplate/wing technical setup. For technical diving configurations, contact us for advice on technical BCD options.
Browse the full Sherwood BCD collection above and reach out if you'd like help choosing the right buoyancy system for your diving.
