Hollis Elite 2 Harness System for Tech/Rec Scuba Diving (No Backplate)
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Hollis Elite 2 Harness System for Tech/Rec Scuba Diving (No Backplate) sizing. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.
Height and weight
| Size | Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|
| XS/SM |
5′0″–5′7″ 152–170 |
100–155 45–70 |
| MD/LG |
5′7″–6′2″ 170–188 |
150–210 68–95 |
| XL/2XL |
6′2″–6′5″ 188–260 |
210–300 95–136 |
Chest and waist
| Size | Chest in · cm |
Waist in · cm |
|---|---|---|
| XS/SM |
28–40 71–102 |
26–38 66–97 |
| MD/LG |
34–48 86–122 |
32–42 81–107 |
| XL/2XL |
40–50 102–127 |
38–48 97–122 |
Source: Hollis’s size chart.
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Product Information
The Hollis Elite 2 Harness System for Tech/Rec Scuba Diving (No Backplate) pairs technical diving function with recreational comfort. It weighs 1.7 lb (0.77 kg) as a harness only, and the backplate is sold separately so you can build the configuration you want.
Who it is for
This harness suits divers moving from a recreational jacket toward a backplate-and-wing setup, as well as technical divers who want a clean, streamlined platform with easy gear handling. Quick-release shoulder strap buckles make equipment donning and doffing simpler. Because it is sold without a backplate, it also works for divers who already own a plate and want to upgrade the harness portion, or who are assembling a Hollis ST Elite System.
Key details
- Adjustable shoulder straps with quick-release buckles
- Adjustable, removable shoulder pads
- Three adjustable stainless steel bent D-rings per side
- 316 marine-grade stainless steel hardware, including the waist buckle and D-rings
- Adjustable sternum strap included
- System weight, harness only: 1.7 lb (0.77 kg)
Compatibility and sizing
The Elite 2 Harness mounts to a backplate, which is sold separately, and serves as the harness component of the Hollis ST Elite System. Three sizes are offered: XS/SM fits roughly 5'0" to 5'7", 100 to 155 lbs, 28" to 40" chest and 26" to 38" waist; MD/LG fits roughly 5'7" to 6'2", 150 to 210 lbs, 34" to 48" chest and 32" to 42" waist; XL/2XL fits roughly 6'2" to 6'5", 210 to 300 lbs, 40" to 50" chest and 38" to 48" waist.
What's in the box
- Hollis Elite 2 Harness with adjustable sternum strap (harness only, backplate not included)
DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Hollis dealer and a dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call or chat with us at 888-701-4017 if you want help choosing your size or confirming backplate compatibility.
- Quick-release shoulder buckles adjustable shoulder straps release for easier donning and doffing of scuba gear.
- Removable shoulder pads adjustable and removable padding lets you tune comfort or strip the harness down.
- Three bent D-rings per side adjustable stainless steel bent D-rings on each side for accessories.
- 316 marine-grade stainless hardware used for the waist buckle and D-rings for corrosion resistance in salt water.
- Adjustable sternum strap included keeps the shoulder straps positioned for a custom fit.
- Backplate sold separately so you can pair the harness with the backplate you prefer.
- Light harness weight system weight is 1.7 lb (0.77 kg), harness only.
- Tech and rec crossover design technical harness layout with the adjustability recreational divers expect.
- Part of the ST Elite System serves as the harness component in the Hollis ST Elite System.
- Three sizes XS/SM, MD/LG and XL/2XL cover 5'0" to 6'5" and 100 to 300 lbs.
| Brand | Hollis |
| Model | Elite 2 Harness System |
| Product Type | Tech / rec harness |
| SKU series | 208.1222.00X |
| Shoulder Straps | Adjustable with quick-release buckles |
| Shoulder Pads | Adjustable and removable |
| D-Rings | 3 adjustable bent stainless steel D-rings per side |
| Hardware | 316 marine-grade stainless steel (waist buckle and D-rings) |
| Sternum Strap | Adjustable, included |
| System Weight | 1.7 lb (0.77 kg), harness only |
| Backplate | Sold separately |
| Sizes | XS/SM, MD/LG, XL/2XL |
| XS/SM Fit | 5'0"-5'7", 100-155 lbs, 28"-40" chest, 26"-38" waist |
| MD/LG Fit | 5'7"-6'2", 150-210 lbs, 34"-48" chest, 32"-42" waist |
| XL/2XL Fit | 6'2"-6'5", 210-300 lbs, 40"-50" chest, 38"-48" waist |
| System Compatibility | Harness component of the Hollis ST Elite System |
| Included | Harness only; backplate not included |
| Warning | California Proposition 65: contains butadiene, known to the State of California to cause cancer |
- Hollis Elite 2 Harness with adjustable sternum strap (harness only, backplate 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
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.
Does the Hollis Elite 2 Harness include a backplate?
No. The Elite 2 is sold as a harness only and the backplate is sold separately. The published system weight of 1.7 lb (0.77 kg) refers to the harness by itself. This lets you pair it with the backplate you prefer, or replace the harness on a plate you already own. It is also the harness component used in the Hollis ST Elite System.
What size Elite 2 Harness should I order?
Hollis publishes three sizes. XS/SM covers 5'0" to 5'7", 100 to 155 lbs, a 28" to 40" chest and a 26" to 38" waist. MD/LG covers 5'7" to 6'2", 150 to 210 lbs, a 34" to 48" chest and a 32" to 42" waist. XL/2XL covers 6'2" to 6'5", 210 to 300 lbs, a 40" to 50" chest and a 38" to 48" waist.
How many D-rings does the Elite 2 Harness have?
Hollis specifies three adjustable stainless steel bent D-rings on each side. Hollis specifies three adjustable stainless steel bent D-rings on each side for attaching accessories. Hollis specifies three adjustable stainless steel bent D-rings on each side, so you can position them to suit your reach.
Is the hardware corrosion resistant for salt water diving?
Yes. Hollis uses 316 marine-grade stainless steel for the harness hardware, including the waist buckle and the bent D-rings, which is chosen for corrosion resistance in salt water. As with any dive gear, rinse the harness in fresh water after each day of diving and let it dry fully before storage to keep buckles and D-rings moving freely.
