Gear Bags & Hangers
Types of Bags
Travel Bags
A dedicated scuba travel bag is built around the awkward shapes of dive gear — fin pockets, a padded regulator compartment, wetsuit-sized main sections, and waterproof secondary pockets for dry items. Most quality travel bags are roller-style wheeled duffels, though heavy-duty backpack-style bags are also popular for lighter travel kits. Always verify that your bag meets the size and weight requirements of the airlines you're flying, including any regional island-hopper services you may take at your destination — small commuter airlines often have significantly stricter limits than major carriers.
Mesh Duffel / Backpack
A mesh bag is the workhorse of everyday dive gear transport. The open mesh construction allows wet gear to drain and air dry continuously, preventing the mould and mildew that builds up in solid bags. Mesh bags are ideal for getting gear from your car to the boat or beach, rinsing gear off at the dock, and stowing gear compactly on the dive boat between dives. They're not suitable for air travel — the open construction advertises expensive gear — but they pack down small enough to toss in your travel bag for use at the destination.
Regulator Bag
Your regulator set represents a significant investment and deserves dedicated protection. A quality regulator bag has padded, shaped compartments that hold the first stage, second stages, and hoses without putting stress on any connections. Many also have room for your dive computer and gauges. For travel, a regulator bag makes a perfect carry-on personal item, keeping your most critical (and most fragile) gear in the cabin with you rather than in checked luggage.
Dry Bags & Boxes
Dry Bags
When you're out diving, there will be items you'll want to keep dry: change of clothes, towel, sunglasses, log book, etc. A dry bag is perfect for keeping these items safe and dry. Most dry bags are easy to use with a main entry point that rolls down to form a waterproof seal. Even a small dry bag is good to keep your shorts and tshirt dry and safe.
Dry Boxes
Sometimes you need to keep items dry and safe from getting broken. Small dry boxes are perfect for delicate items like sunglasses, eyeglasses, camera accessories, car keys & remotes. Dry boxes are usually dry and pressure rated for snorkeling, but not usually scuba diving. So leave the dry box on the boat rather than taking down on a dive with you.
Hangers
Storing your gear in a bag is ok while you're traveling on a trip or heading out to the dive site. But not a great way to store some of your gear for extended periods of time. For example, wetsuits should not be stored folded for an extended length of time because they'll crease and ruin the material. We have a selection of hangers that are made specifically for dive gear including wetsuits, BCDs, hoods, gloves, boots, and drysuits. Some hangers are great to have at home for storage while others fold up and are perfect to take with you on vacation.