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40 YEARS OF OCEANIC HERON ISLAND YOUR FREE COPY SIDEMOUNT DIVING BY JEFF LOFLIN MELBOURNE DOWNUNDER BY SHEREE MARRIS PHOTOGRAPHY FUNDAMENTALS BY RICK HANKISON A PROUD HISTORY PRODUCT GUIDE 2013 GEARED FOR ADVENTURES. ALL THINGS SCUBA DIVING. A DESTINATION LIKE NO OTHER

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Introducing the first issue of Submerged magazine, a free yearly magazine for Australian divers!The magazine for those just discovering the amazing world under the surface, to the expert pushing the limits discovering new underwater environments. Inside this quality presented publication you will find featured articles, industry news, photography advice, dive destinations, fabulous imagery, and a huge 80-page Australian product guide and reviews.

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40 Years of oceanic

Heron island

Your FrEE CoPY

sidemount divingbY JEFF LoFLin

melbourne downunderbY ShErEE MarriS

PHotograPHY fundamentalsbY riCk hankiSon

a Proud hiStorY

Product guide2013

geared for adventures. aLL thingS SCuba diving.

a dEStination LikE no othEr

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MaxiMuM perforMancepioneer seriesavailable in 5/7 and 7/10mm for male and female.

• Hyflex (super stretch) neoprene• Glued and blind stitch• Liquid seam sealing• chimney seals• inner vest design for exceptioal warmth• anatomical 3-D cut• covered back zipper• Double neck seal design – to couple with hood• optional pioneer hood • re-enforced pull tab at the zipper base

for the new pioneer suit only the best materials were used. an example is the new, extremely elastic Hyflex neoprene that offers unparalleled comfort. an integrated, 2 mm thick, highly flexible neoprene-shirt offers extra insulation. one of the further highlights of the pioneer diving suit is double collar that prevents water seeping-in almost completely, even with extreme movement.

To locate your nearest stockist visit www.oceanicaus.com.au

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MaxiMuM perforMancepioneer seriesavailable in 5/7 and 7/10mm for male and female.

• Hyflex (super stretch) neoprene• Glued and blind stitch• Liquid seam sealing• chimney seals• inner vest design for exceptioal warmth• anatomical 3-D cut• covered back zipper• Double neck seal design – to couple with hood• optional pioneer hood • re-enforced pull tab at the zipper base

for the new pioneer suit only the best materials were used. an example is the new, extremely elastic Hyflex neoprene that offers unparalleled comfort. an integrated, 2 mm thick, highly flexible neoprene-shirt offers extra insulation. one of the further highlights of the pioneer diving suit is double collar that prevents water seeping-in almost completely, even with extreme movement.

To locate your nearest stockist visit www.oceanicaus.com.au

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The Word

News

Projects

Events

Sponsorships

Featured Articles

Bob Hollis & Oceanic celebrate 40 Years

Heron Island

The Evolution of Sidemount Diving Continues

Melbourne Downunder

Photography Fundamentals

2013 Product Guide

Buoyancy Compensators

Regulators

Rebreathers

Computers

Gauges

Software

Exposure Protection

Lighting

Knives

Bags

Safety

DVP’s

General Accessories

Care & Maintenance

Apparel

Welcome to the first issue of Submerged magazine, a free yearly magazine for Australian divers!

We are extremely excited to launch Submerged, a concept which has been growing and evolving over the last 2 or so years. We are a small group of passionate divers with a strong connection to the sea, through sharing and growing our sport we want to help educate others on the beauty and importance of our ocean environments.

The magazine is for anyone just discovering the amazing world under the surface, to the expert pushing the limits discovering new underwater environments. Inside you will find featured articles, industry news, photography advice, dive destinations, and a huge 80 page Australian product

guide and reviews. Fabulous imagery used throughout, taken on location on the picturesque Heron Island in the Great Barrier Reef. You can pick up your free hard copy of this magazine as well as get expert advice on any products featured at your local dive store.

It must be said; our retail industry is going through significant change at the moment, with offshore online retail stores out there keen to make a quick buck. By not supporting our local dive stores we stand to lose a wealth of experience, social dive clubs, great service & support, personalised training, correct product fitting, safety advice from experts, all this to save a couple bucks on your dive equipment. Who doesn’t love dropping into their local

dive store for a chat about the weekends dive, or to see where the best conditions are going to be. We at Submerged firmly believe in supporting your local dive store is the only way to ensure a bright future for our industry.

Thanks to all those people who helped make our first edition come to fruition. We do hope you enjoy reading our first issue of Submerged as much as we have enjoyed putting it together for you. We welcome articles and images from our readers, as well as any feedback you may have please send to [email protected]

See you out in the water…

Eddie Sawers

Publisher and Distributor Australian Underwater Products 4 Scotch Court, Rosebud, Victoria, Australia. 3939 Ph: (03) 5986 0100 Fax: (03) 5986 1760 [email protected]

General Manager Adrian Briggs

Editor Edward Sawers

Graphic Designer Candy Robertson

Contributors Jeff Loflin, Rick Hankinson, Sheree Marris, Bret Gilliam, Edward Sawers, Anna Early, Sharmaine White, Rachael Briggs

Photography Rick Hankinson, Edward Sawers, Dave Bryant, Gary Brennand, Michael Phillips

Front Cover Image Rick Hankinson

Subscriptions Sign up to Club Oceanic via our website or Facebook page.

Finds us @

facebook.com/OceanicDivingAustralia

OceanicAUS.com.au

youtube.com/Oceanic1984

twitter.com/OceanicDiving

Views expressed by contributers are not necessary those of Australian Underwater Products and the editors.

Reproduction of any contents of this publication is forbidden without prior written consent of the publisher.

While every effort was made to ensure that the information contained in this catalogue was accurate at the time of printing, RRP prices, designs, features, component parts and colours are all subject to change.

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1975. Bob Hollis with his groundbreaking underwater photo products that established Oceanic’s reputation. Shown is the Hydro35 housing, ball joint arm, and 2001 strobe.

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News. Projects.

The Word.

Australian Underwater Products® become sole distributer of McNett’s M-Essentials™ brand.

McNett® has launched its new look brand, M Essentials™ to the dive and water sports industries, and at the some time announced Australian Underwater Products (AUP) as it’s sole distributer of the brand in Australia.

“For retailers and customers who broadly define themselves as water enthusiasts, M Essentials has wide appeal as a water sports brand,” said David Wiggs, marketing vice president. “As a trusted name in the dive industry, McNett hopes other water sports participants come to embrace the same products that our dive community has come to love.”

While the presentation and appearance is different from what many retailers and consumers are used to in the dive industry, the new packaging makes it easier to locate the appropriate product by category (i.e., maintenance, repair, cleaning, etc.) by featuring an easy-to-follow colour tabbed system.

“M Essentials still features some of the same iconic visual cues that retailers and customers have come to expect including the Aquaseal seal and the orange coloured bottled caps on Sea Drops,” said Wiggs. “We also still continue to back our products with expert knowledge, tips and educational materials.”

For AUP it adds to the already successful brands they represent, and although AUP has distributed McNett products over the last 8 years the McNett brands have previously also been distributed by multiple distributers within Australia. “It’s a significant acquisition for us... I also see it as a testament to the previous hard work AUP has undertaken over the last 8 years to grow the brand,” said Adrian Briggs, AUP general manager.

“We are extremely proud and honoured to be given sole distributorship by McNett and the new M-Essentials brand. We are working hard to ensure the ongoing success of McNett brands to retailers and consumers within Australia, as well as expanding our sales beyond the dive market.” said Briggs.

Dealer enquiries contact;

Scott Chapman Australian Underwater Products Email: [email protected]

Saving Philippines Reef Project

Fishing is the most important source of food for a large percentage of the population of the Philippines, however a growing population is putting increasing pressure on this limited resource, driving some to adopt damaging practices such as dynamite fishing and cyanide fishing.

The Saving Philippine Reefs (SPR) Project is a yearly reef monitoring expedition founded by eminent Marine Biologist Dr. Alan White from the Centre for Coastal Conservation Education Foundation (CCEF) in partnership with the Unico Conservation Foundation (UCF) to address this problem.

The aim of the project is to improve the quality and quantity of information available on coral reefs for use in improving management and creation of appropriate policies for protection and sustainable use of coastal resources.

It is an opportunity for business and marine enthusiasts to be a part of the work in empowering and educating communities and saving the natural habitats that house Philippines’ unique biodiversity. You can become a marine biologist for a week while exploring the finest diving the Philippines has to offer.

Contact: Coastal Conservation Education Foundation www.coast.ph

Unico Conservation Foundation www.unicoconservationfoundation.org.au

Vanuatu – Yumi Tugeta

Yumi Tugeta is an innovative marine conservation DVD developed by the Youth of Pele Island Vanuatu in partnership with Sheree Marris and her team. The concept of this project is ‘By youth, for youth’ .

People under 25 are posing the highest threat to the valuable reef ecosystems of pacific island communities. Although there is an enormous amount of information out there on climate change and managing marine resources, very little of it is tailored to the communities in the Pacific that reflects island cultures and values.

Island youth know that what they do now will define the way they live their lives for years to come, and they want to be active participants in the global conservation debate. So the youth decided to do something about it by setting up the Nguna-Pele Marine Protected Area Network, Vanuatu’s first marine protected area.

Using examples from this project the youth will inspire and demonstrate to their brothers and sisters around the Pacific how they can secure their futures, adapt to climate change, develop their villages and communities and sustainably manage the coral reef ecosystems that they all depend on.

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Events. Sponsorships.

Oceanic Scuba Centres Conference - Invitational only

Date: 18th - 21st June 2012

This years annual Oceanic Scuba Centres conference was held at the picturesque Heron Island off North Eastern Australia, making a fitting return to the venue where it all began some 14years ago. The conference brings together industry leaders across the globe together for 4 days of learning and insight into the latest diving technologies, innovations, future products, marketing, sales & retail techniques, diving trends, training and testing. It also made for some excellent diving for those of us who managed to stay a few extra days.

Guest speakers included AUP American Underwater Products Mike Hollis, Jonathan Stahlman, Chauncey Chapman, Jeff Loflin. McNett’s - Brian Roche, Delaware groups - Sharon Hartley & Garry Bell, Oceanic Australia’s - Adrian Briggs, among many others. Some inspiring knowledge & stories told, great diving, good food, and plenty of wine kept everyone entertained.

Venue: Heron Island, Queenland, Australia

The 2013 OSC Conference will be held on the 27th - 30th May at Cape Schanck, Victoria.

OZTeK 2013 - Diving Technologies Conference & Exhibition

Date: 16th - 17th March 2013

Widely acclaimed as one of the world’s most dynamic and exciting diving spectaculars the eighth OZTeK Diving Technologies Conference and Exhibition - OZTeK2013 - is a clearly targeted event focused solely on divers and diving.

Featuring many of the world’s most informative and entertaining diving authorities as speakers - and building on the success of previous OZTeK’s - the OZTeK2013 Event will again include a full-scale Dive Exhibition, together with talks, displays, seminars, workshops, film and video presentations, industry updates, an ‘Evening With Diving’s Explorers’, a Gala Dinner and more.

Venue: Australian Technology Park Bay 4 Atrium & Auditorium, Locomotive Workshop Locomotive St Eveleigh, NSW. Australia 1430

Contact: Tel: (02) 9971-2559 Fax: (02) 9981-2950 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.diveoztek.com.au

Oceanic Sponsors the Planetary Coral Reef Foundation (PCRF)

Oceanic is now sponsoring and donating various equipment to the Planetary Coral Reef Foundation (PCRF), a non-profit organisation that has been pioneering a global effort since 1991 to preserve and protect coral reefs, the endangered “rainforests of the sea.” They have just completed their sixteenth year of managing an expedition onboard a sailing ship with an international team of students dedicated to marine conservation initiatives. The programs are carried out by volunteers and rely on the support of Oceanic and other corporations for donations to help make these initiatives possible. Oceanic is excited to be helping the Planetary Coral Reef Foundation and looks forward to see this organisation make progress in their research.

Lavacore assists team competing in the World’s Toughest Mudder Competition

Lavacore was recently proud to be sponsoring a team of men who qualified to compete in the World’s Toughest Mudder Event. It was a non-stop 24-Hour Tough Mudder event designed to find the TOUGHEST human being on the planet. Lavacore was utilised for its unique

properties to give this team the warmth, flexibility and cohesion to make it through this grueling competition. The World’s Toughest Mudder was a culminating event of the 2011 Tough Mudder Event Series, and was a two-day challenge with simple one goal: to find the toughest man or woman on the planet who could rightly call him or herself the World’s Toughest Mudder!

Australian Underwater Products continues it’s long standing tradition of supporting Clean Up Australia Day

Clean up Australia day continues to be an avenue for Australian Underwater Products to contribute to a better Australia. Each year numerous dive stores around the country run events on the day, whether it is through their dive club, or simply a scheduled dive with the clear purpose in mind of cleaning up their local dive sites. Australia wide, Australian Underwater products donates prizes to raffles, treasure hunts and fundraisers to support its dealers with the important task of maintaining our pristine Oceans for generations to come.

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Bob Hollis and Oceanic celebrate 40 years.

The company known as Oceanic is aptly named: it is the result of one man’s love of the sea. The company… the man. They are inseparable. And forever joined by a common DNA. Many companies have reached their 40th birthday in the diving industry. But only one, Oceanic, has had one man at its helm from inception to the present day. That’s truly unique.

By Bret Gilliam

1973. Bob Hollis gearing up for another Andrea Doria dive aboard the Narragansett.

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Oceanic… and Hollis… two entities that long ago merged into one like some experiment crafted in a lab by a gifted mad scientist with an entrepreneurial gene of his own. Well, whatever Petri dish he was using to mix up this batch of corporate and individual “lighting in a bottle” worked out pretty well. It’s impossible to have a dialogue about Oceanic without going immediately to the character that conceived and founded the company. So let’s introduce him at the outset.

Bob Hollis is decidedly old school. He built underwater camera housings and strobes out of necessity… there were none in the mid-1950s that met his needs. He created the most popular underwater strobe of all time and nearly forty years later scores of photographers are still using the Oceanic 2001 series without a glitch. He designs equipment for divers and tests it on himself. And he’s spent more time on the infamous wreck of the Andrea Doria than any diver in history.

He’s a throwback to another era when his peers have long since retired or passed away. There are none of the original manufacturing founders left running diving companies except him and Oceanic has continued to set new marks for cutting edge products. It might have something to do with the fact that he still dives when most companies are run by tight-assed accountants whose hair only gets wet in the shower. And he lives life with a passionate wild abandon that belies reaching his mid-70s and still not missing a step.

Bob is one of the great personalities of diving. Last to leave the party, first to explore the new dive site, and not afraid to step across the line into the wild side… with a deadpan sense of humor that catches a lot of folks off guard. In short, he’s my kind of guy and we’ve spent more than a few rollicking nights out on the edge of the envelope over the years.

I met him back in the early 1970s when I took on the Oceanic line in my diving operation in the Virgin Islands. Bob was barely dry from saturating on the Andrea Doria in the most challenging exploration of the wreck ever attempted. His expedition stunned the industry and their adventures became the stuff of legend. He followed the first sat mission with another on an even larger scale in 1980 when he teamed up with Blue Water-White Death’s Peter Gimbel and penetrated the wreck’s interior to recover the First Class purser’s safe and other key artifacts.

He released the best selling professional camera housing of all time called the Hydro-35 in the early 1970s. In 1975 he introduced the Oceanic 2001 strobe and just about every underwater pro photographer embraced it as the most durable product ever built. The list of shooters included Chris Newbert, Howard & Michele Hall, Carl Roessler, Marty Snyderman, Paul Tzimoulis, Jack McKenney, Doug Faulkner, Dave Doublilet, Al Giddings, Geri Murphy, Phillipe Cousteau, and countless others who made a living counting on Hollis’s product in the field. The damn things were bulletproof. I even fended off a shark that bit one right off my camera housing metal arm and swam away with it. I recovered it six days later and it worked fine. I’ve still got it, teeth marks and all… and 22 more carefully hoarded in my equipment locker. No one ever built a better strobe.

At a time when most men his age are already well into retirement, he still directs the overall operations of his multi-layered Oceanic company and continues the path of innovative product design and pushing the technology envelope a little farther down the beach…

As Oceanic celebrates its 40th birthday, it’s also fitting that Beneath The Sea has selected Hollis as its “Diving Pioneer” award recipient for 2012. No one deserves such a distinction more than Bob.

Oceanic: A Lesson In Corporate ExpansionFrom a brand positioning standpoint – Oceanic’s tagline is “Innovation First.” Oceanic is the flagship and Hollis the venerable captain at the helm. Marketing centers around the products with strong imagery and an emphasis on technology and features that attract an informed consumer. While Bob focused his energies during the first twenty five years building the Oceanic brand and creating OEM manufacturing divisions to support his lofty R&D vision – the next fifteen saw a similar vertical integration strategy applied to a stable of sales and marketing companies that evolved as divisions of the parent corporation. Thus emerged the corporate entity known as American Underwater Products (AUP) as the umbrella to guide the various divisions that Hollis created to foster internal expansion and growth.

Oceanic’s dominance in the dive computer field was fueled by Pelagic’s development and sale of digital products to US Divers (now Aqua-Lung). While it was not entirely uncommon to find Oceanic and US Divers in the same dive store, this strategy ultimately opened the market beyond Oceanic’s distribution reach.

AERIS was founded in 1998 with the goal of providing a distinguished line of dive computers with a strategy to provide this unique product line to mostly non-Oceanic dealers. AERIS opened more than 400 dealers and jumped out to impressive first year sales Within three years, AERIS offered a complete instrument product line and was a significant force in the market place.

With this new, independent dealer base, AERIS expanded the product line offering over the years… ultimately becoming a full line manufacturer offering a variety of regulators, BCs, masks, snorkels, fins, neoprene, and accessories. Hollis’s vision was to utilize common components and designs to achieve economies of scale, yet create unique differentiated products that do not conflict with the original Oceanic product line. The goal was to produce desirable consumer products leveraging his innovation, technology and manufacturing assets. This unique approach was to create a “company within a company” that would find an independent market and yet still be complimentary if found in the same store.

In the years since the company’s 25th anniversary, the traditional sport dive market has generally been stagnant or in decline.

Bob Hollis and Oceanic celebrate 40 years.

1965. Hollis with Hydro Strobes in two proto-type housings.

1973. Hollis cutting through Andrea Doria hull to access purser’s safe while in saturation.

1975. Hydro 35 for Canon and Nikon.

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But Bob recognized the still growing market for technical diving interests and expanded again. Rather than begin to bring products for this segment into either Oceanic or AERIS with established reputations for serving the sport market, Bob formed Hollis Gear. The new division has seen significant growth year after year in spite of the current economic downturn. That segment is still growing and Hollis Gear has a leg up with the resources its sister companies bring to the table. Hollis Gear started with some back plates and wings before segueing into regulators and has just introduced an OLED trimix computer, reels, accessories, dry suits and undergarments, as well as canister and hand light models. Most recently a sidemount system was released and two new rebreathers are set for unveiling. Hollis Gear has quickly achieved a cult following – and has an “army” of fanatics all over the world.

Not content to rest on his laurels, Hollis has just created a new product category with a new brand called Lavacore. This refers to a tri-laminate material that bridges between a wetsuit and a dive skin to better solve a diver’s thermal needs. Fleece lining traps

water for thermal protection equivalent to 2mm neoprene and a stretch inner membrane is windproof… yet breathes. This provides a perfect product for diving surface intervals or other surface watersports. Of course, this will provide a further opening for expansion into wider markets such as surfing, paddle sports, boating, and similar activities.

Ocean Pro began as a snorkeling line with attractive price points. It’s evolved this year offering a variety of other products as it seeks to throw an even wider net at consumer market share.

ROMI Enterprises supplies precision-machined components required for the production and final assembly of a wide variety of breathing systems marketed by AUP brands and others including the medical and industrial safety industries.

The Oceanic brand has now attained a truly global footprint with a presence in more than 60 countries through a network of affiliate offices and distributors. Continued expansion is planned to capitalize on growing new markets and becoming the internationally dominant diving conglomerate. And to ensure an eventual “passing of the baton,” Hollis has involved his oldest son Mike in every aspect of overall company operations and specifically as COO of Pelagic. His twin sons Nick and Zach also play important roles as well. Nick is President of Hollis Gear while Zach is Operations Manager of ROMI. Daughter Debbie anchors important oversight in purchasing and materials planning.

You can see that profiling the Oceanic company is not a simple matter. It’s a multi-faceted corporate entity that has succeeded precisely because Hollis’s vision was not

limited by conventional thinking.

Oceanic has become a business “octopus” with many “tentacles” reaching out to each market segment to fuel astonishing growth. Not bad for a business that found its beginning in Hollis’s garage...

1972. Hollis in early model sport rebreather known as the Electrolung.

2012. The new Explorer rebreather will reflect state-of-the-art engineering for the recreational market.

1973. Bob Hollis and fellow divers debreif after another Andrea Doria dive.

2010. The OC1 - flagship airintegrated wristwatch computer with digital compass. Compatible with up to three nitrox mixes. Dot Matrix menu system enables intuitive user-interface and dual algorithm choices.

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In 2007, I was finishing up a massive coffee table book called Diving Pioneers & Innovators: An In-Depth Series of Interviews. Bob Hollis was one of 20 industry veterans selected for inclusion. We began the lengthy process of the interview and it spanned nearly three months. Here are some excerpts:

Diving wasn’t a part of your youth. You didn’t get into the sport until you dropped out of college and moved to the Bay area around San Francisco.

I was born in Chico, (northern) California. Later I lived in Orland, 20 miles west until I moved to the bay area in 1955. It was a small town of 3000 people with 400 students enrolled in high school. Growing up in a small town has merit, especially one that is close to creeks, rivers, and mountains. You learn about the outdoors, hunting, fishing and girls!

During high school I came across Diving to Adventure by Hans Hass. The memories remained with me and one evening in the early part of 1956 I was reading Popular Mechanics and came across an article on how to build an underwater scooter. I was intrigued by the design and the thought of using a vehicle underwater. A couple of weeks later I was reading the “for sale” section in the newspaper and there was an ad selling a two-hose regulator, twin tanks and other equipment. I called this guy, set up a time to see the equipment. As it turned out, he had bought the equipment and never used it. It was a Healthways two-hose regulator, converted 38-cubic foot military cylinders with bushings to accept tank valves. So I bought the equipment.

In the fall of 1956, a couple of friends and I drove to Guaymas, Mexico and dove in the Sea of Cortez. It was my first dive trip

beyond Monterey and Carmel. We went there in a pickup with a camper and stayed at the bay of San Carlos. There was a small compressor to fill tanks and small boats for rent. For the trip I built a housing for my first 8mm movie camera.

We jumped off the boat and I was in the clearest water that I had ever experienced. And there were lots of fish. I saw my first Yellowtail. We made many free dives that day, to depths up to 70 feet, and I speared three nice fish. After that I made dives with my new 8mm camera in its housing. This was a decision-making day… I thought then about being professionally involved in diving.

When did your interest in underwater photography take hold?

After my first dive I started reading any book or magazine on diving. Hans Hass’s books continued to be the inspiration for underwater photography, adventure, and he steered us to develop rebreathers. I thought about taking pictures of the adventures, the animal life I was seeing to share with others. Everyone wanted to hear the stories but I wanted to show them what I was seeing.

Considering the primitive u/w systems available then, how long did it take to realise that you were going to have to build a lot of the equipment yourself?

The early issues of Skindiver magazine had articles about building housings for cameras. I started to learn about o-rings, and how to work with Plexiglas. In the early part of 1956 I began working for Standard Oil. Their facilities were huge and had tools allowing you to build anything. Personal projects were called “government jobs”. During the nine years I worked at Standard Oil, I had

a continuing stream of “government jobs” building underwater photographic and diving equipment. That’s where it all started.

How did the early designs you tried out work?

There were many trips back to the Sea of Cortez and I continued to spear fish, but my focus was on exploring and taking pictures. In 1958 we housed the first commercially available electronic strobe lights. Developing connectors for strobes was far more difficult than connectors for flash bulbs. We used Amphenol connectors and filled them with grease. Divers that were interested started asking where they could buy camera housings and flash units. A diving buddy, Helmut Stellrecht, was excellent at building housings. I began to take on work building housings or other pieces of equipment. My “government jobs” at Standard Oil were increasing. Its funny how word spreads. I started getting calls from people that I never met asking me if I would build this housing or that.

You finally got into the retail dive store business in the mid-1960s

In the latter part of 1964 I made the decision to open a dive store and surf shop, the Anchor Shack. I had done a little surfing and thought this would be a nice addition to diving equipment. My partner was Ray Collins, a neighbor who was a non-diver at that time, but a great guy. We rented a building in Hayward, designed the interior, and opened in March of 1965. I set up a small machine shop in the back end of the store to maintain the production of custom built photographic equipment. The dollar volume on custom photo work was sufficient enough to cover the overhead and pay us a meager salary until the retail store developed a clientele.

I developed a metal housing for the Honeywell strobe lights in 1967. The Hydro Strobe was an immediate success. I put advertising in Skindiver magazine to

In His Own Words

Bob Hollis and Oceanic celebrate 40 years.

2012. Bob Hollis (right) and son Mike Hollis (left) preparing for a cave dive.

1987. Bob Hollis photographing stingrays in Grand Cayman

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promote the stuff. With articles by editor Paul Tzimoulis, more interest was generated and established a growing market for our product line. I continued to expand and built our travel department. We were selling three trips a year by the end of 1968. In 1969 we opened our second location in Concord. Another product we introduced that evolved over time was the ball joint arm to connect strobes, flash bulb units and movie lights to all types of camera housings. We started building metal housings for the Kodak K-100 16mm camera; this was the most popular system for several years.

How did Oceanic Products come about?

By 1971 the camera product line was taking most of my time. Ray decided to leave the business and I hired a manager to run the retail operation. There was good growth in diving during the early 1970s. I was running out of room in the machine shop and was eager to expand the manufacturing division. I decided to spin it off and form a new company. In 1972 the product range became known as Oceanic.

You produced the iconic Hydro 35 aluminum housing for Nikon and Canon cameras that became the best-selling housing of its era.

I started the engineering for the Hydro 35 in 1971. Nikon and Cannon were the primary choices because of the large viewing systems and their selection of lens. This product coupled with the Hydro Strobe and various connectors kept us moving forward. We added housings for popular super 8 format cameras, movie lights & housings for 16mm cameras. A significant portion of the line was accessories for the popular Nikonos cameras.

Meanwhile, Oceanic was growing. When did the company become a full line manufacturer?

We definitely had growing pains. We were behind in deliveries and the business was not generating the projected cash flow. A fire in 1974 destroyed Oceanic. We picked up our pieces an moved to a temporary location while our building was rebuilt. We learned years later that an arsonist set fire to the building. I started making long road trips, traveled through every one of the 48 states except North Dakota. I made sales calls to every retailer that would take the time to look at the product line.

I knew that I needed to do something fast, my cash reserves were running low. So I sold my interest in the Anchor Shack stores and then embarked on a product design using injection tooling. My objective was to design a tool that would allow me to use the parts for a number of products. By mid 1975 we introduced the Ocean Pro lights and they became the best selling diving hand lights in the country. I entered into an agreement with Scubapro to produce the light on an OEM basis for them in Europe. My next focus was to design the electronics for a new strobe light. The same parts used for the light were used to produce the new strobe product line, the 2001 and 2003 strobes. The strobes coupled with ball joint arms were an instant success.

We focused on niche products such as the photographic line, then lights, and began moving into electronics. Most of the larger companies were not selling products that we were designing so this allowed us to begin developing a brand and a customer base. The diving industry had its greatest growth from 1975 to 1990. We were a small

company, profitable, and with a staff of people who wanted to expand. The bulk of the customers for our products were divers that came to a retail store and asked for the products; the store would order them, sell to the customer and keep a nice profit. But dive stores in general did not promote and inventory underwater photographic equipment. We decided that future growth would require us to have a core product line.

At some point, you took over your friend Ralph Shamlian’s company Farallon. How did that come about?

I met Ralph when we were producing the Anchor Shack products and we developed a life long friendship. Ralph, a brilliant inventor, attracted the eyes and pocket books of investors to fund his new company Farallon Industries in 1971. Farallon became the buzzword in diving, introducing new products at a rapid pace.

Innovation has its rewards but the downside is the continuing requirement for money. You can only go to the well so many times. By late 1975 Ralph was on the outs with his investors. Within a few months we learned that Norm Moore, the new CEO and largest investor, was negotiating to sell the product line to Scubapro.

You can learn a lot by going through trash! We were diving into the Farallon dumpsters at night. Getting access to their current financial info and other correspondence provided us apicture of what Farallon was all about.

I entered into discussions with Norm. He thought I was interested in buying the tooling for a movie light. This allowed me to begin discussions about his pending offer

1973. Bob Hollis, behind the camera.

1980. Pro Rubber molding house in Marseilles France. Manufactured more than 200,000 masks one year – sold through-out sporting and department stores in the French Riviera. Partnered with Oceanic’s now Executive VP of European Operations, Francis Dupont.

American Underwater Products’ worldwide headquarters in San Leandro, California, is a 120,000 square foot building that houses one of the most innovative and technologically advanced life support equipment manufacturing facilities in the world.2001. Bob Hollis.

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and to begin influencing him that we might be a better fit.

Four weeks later I bought the whole company. I was in the office when he told Scubapro the deal was off. They were pissed! Especially when he told them it was me. The new company was known as Farallon-Oceanic until 1980 when we dropped the name Farallon and carried on with the name Oceanic.

Oceanic continued to expand. What came next?

I thought we would be better served if we could engineer, design, and manufacture the analog movements. I hired an employee away from one of the suppliers and put one of our engineers on the project.

My son, Mike, a commercial diver for Taylor in the North Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, agreed to come home and work in the company. Mike had learned a lot in the three years he was employed by Taylor. I asked him to be a part of the new instrumentation program we formed called Pelagic Pressure Systems. Pelagic became an OEM supplier of products to Oceanic, our sister company AERIS, and a number of dive companies in the world. Pelagic manufacturers OEM products for the industrial life support markets as well as aircraft instrumentation. Mike is the president of Pelagic.

In 1979 we also moved Farallon-Oceanic back to San Leandro. Our machining division was getting larger and the customer base was growing. We formed another company in 1981, ROMI Enterprises. Today ROMI machines and produces the regulator lines for Oceanic, AERIS and other companies.

You were also involved with one of the first dive computers.

One of the products that Farallon developed was an early dive computer. I finally determined that the future dive computer needed to be an electronic product and not the type we were engineering. In 1979 I entered into an agreement with John Lewis, a physicist. John was a diver and had developed an algorithm for a dive computer.

We began a development program to test the algorithm and, in parallel, to develop the electronics. We had our first operational dive computer at the end of 1979. We continued to test the unit and made a presentation to US Divers in early 1980. They were impressed and this led to an agreement for Pelagic to be the OEM supplier of instrumentation beginning in 1984. Pelagic produced all US Divers instruments and computers through 1995.

We first introduced the Data Max gauge, a depth gauge with a bottom timer. This instrument gained in popularity and paved

the way for our first commercial dive computer.

We were the first company to have an air-integrated computer that provided remaining air time as well as no-decompression and deco information. This product was introduced in 1984.

We entered into an agreement with Johnson Engineering, one of the companies associated with NASA. The project was to develop a stand-alone dive computer that could receive pressure information from a transmitter attached to the regulator.

The product was delivered to NASA in 1987 and this became a commercial product the following year. Pelagic has continued to develop dive computer technology and is an OEM supplier to a number of companies. Oceanic and AERIS have a secure position in instrumentation and computers worldwide.

In 1994 we bought our current building on Davis Street in San Leandro. This 120,000-square-foot building houses the current operation. One thing that separates us from most dive manufacturing companies is the fact that we manufacture the product from raw materials to the finished product. Some of our manufacturing is now offshore in our own plants located in China and Taiwan.

Nitrox and dive computers became hotly debated topics in the same period. What were your opinions then about these innovations?

We were a forerunner in the development of electronic dive computers, building our first unit in 1979. Properly used, a dive computer today provides all divers extended time and more freedom underwater. The electronic dive computer is one of the great inventions for diving.

Nitrox came into full view in 1995 when DEMA put out a notice that they were not going to allow the term nitrox to be used

and that exhibitors could not market nitrox training at the DEMA show. That was just plain stupid. It was a knee-jerk reaction reflecting their lack of knowledge on the topic. And the storm of protest that followed led to a swift decision to rescind that policy. The show went forward with nitrox vendors from all sectors. Oceanic was one of the first companies to acknowledge that their products could be used with nitrox mixtures to 40% 02.

In many ways, the arch-conservatives of diving’s old school seemed absolutely dead-set against just about every innovation that came along from BCs to single hose regulators to submersible pressure gauges.And this was way back in the late 1960s. How did you fit into that group considering your engineering interest and desire to expand the sport?

I didn’t share those perspectives. My focus is and has been to make diving safer and more enjoyable. Our tag line is innovation. Small and lighter products, easier breathing regulators, dive computers built into the mask. We were one of the first companies to announce and have a commercial rebreather at the DEMA show. This was 1995. I love to explore; I always want to swim deeper and stay longer. To satisfy that desire requires innovation and lots of engineering.

You’re 75 years young. Any thoughts of retiring?

My twin sons are also now in the business and I’m having fun watching them grow into normal adults. So, no, I’m not ready to retire yet… I get the biggest rush out of taking an idea, developing it, and then bringing it to market. When I was growing up I was always looking for ways to make things better. That’s still what we’re striving to do today.”

Bret Gilliam is a 41-year veteran of the diving industry and Lifetime Member of the HDS. He is a widely published author of 58 books, over 1,000 articles, and 103 magazine cover shots. After 30 years in the Caribbean and projects around the equatorial regions worldwide, he now resides on an island in Maine.(The author would like to thank Geri Murphy Tzimoulis, Sue Drafahl, and Doug Krause for their timely assistance with images from their photo archives supplied for this article.)

1994. Under NASA contract, the DataTran computer was the firstto use alpha-numeric display and menu system with two-button controls and fie language options.

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Heron Island is a true coral cay, located right on the Great Barrier Reef. A place of stunning natural beauty, it has sugar-white sands, crystal clear waters and acres of brilliant coral with colourful marine life. In fact nearly 75% of all coral reef species can be found in the waters around this beautiful Island.

At this World-Heritage listed marine national park, all flora and fauna is protected, so the Island is a nature lover’s paradise.

Heron Island A destination like no other.

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After the two hour sea crossing from Gladstone on the luxury “Heron Islander” launch – or the spectacular helicopter trip from the mainland, you’re first struck by the Island’s prolific tree-life. The thick stands of Pisonias – which actually make up about 70% of the Reef’s Pisonia forest - and the feathery fine She-oaks dominate the 18-hectare coral cay to such an extent that you might find yourself wondering if there’s a resort on the Island at all.

Before you encounter any Heron Island staff, you’re more likely to meet a Buff-banded Rail – possibly warming itself on the sandy path at your feet – or a Noddy Tern hovering a metre from your face. There are thousands of birds on this island as for all but a few months of the year the Island is a critically important breeding and nesting sanctuary for a variety of birds primarily the handsome Terns and the Wedge-Tailed Shearwaters. This is their home and they are your ever present neighbours as long as you are visiting the Island.

Of course, plenty of guests visit Heron to relax, but beyond the pool and the sun lounges, there’s a hectic biological schedule of migrating, breeding, nesting and hatching going on – some of it in the air but most of it in the pristine waters of the Great Barrier Reef that lap the Island.

From November to the end of March, two vulnerable turtle species – the Green and Loggerhead turtles visit the Island to lay their eggs - approximately three to seven times during a season. The turtles lay their eggs in the area where they were born, laying on average 120 eggs in one clutch.

Hatchlings appear a month after the egg is laid and scramble desperately to relative safety of the water’s edge.

As early as Christmas each year, Heron Island offers the captivating opportunity to see one of life’s natural wonders up close, the hatching of the early nests. By Easter, thousands of baby turtles will have emerged to make the annual scurry to the safety of the sea.

With careful guidelines in place to protect these ancient mariners, fortunate guests can observe the action on a casual walk around the island’s beaches.

Turtles migrate to Heron Island from as far afield as the Solomon Islands, Cape York and Harvey Bay, returning 35 to 40 years after their birth here. Green turtles are the most common turtles around the island and are characterised by a high, domed shell and a smaller jaw than Loggerhead turtles.

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The Loggerheads have large jaws used for crushing the shells of crustaceans and molluscs and their shell is less domed in shape. Loggerheads only make up around 1%-2% of the breeding population on Heron Island.

Heron Island has recently initiated a partnership with the Sea Turtle Foundation to raise money to help protect these ancient mariners for future generations.

From June through October, Humpback whale sightings and breechings are common as their migration heads north, then south again with their calves in tow.

Scuba diving and snorkelling are favourite guest pastimes with the reef lying just metres off the Island’s beaches. It is in fact an internationally acclaimed diving destination with renowned diver, Jacques Cousteau naming the Heron Bommie as one of his top 10 favourite dive sites in the world.

There are over 20 dive and/or snorkelling sites off Heron Island, more than half of which are within 15 minutes cruise from the wharf.

The Heron Bommie, one of the most photographed dive sites in Australia, is naturally popular but certainly not alone when it comes to spectacular underwater action. It is home to schooling Jacks, Barracuda, Hussars, Moray Eels, turtles, Eagle and Manta rays, to name a few – just two minutes from the wharf.

The Coral Grotto is a magnet for sleeping, swimming and feeding turtles; the Hole in the Wall is acclaimed for Maori Wrasse, sharks and Manta rays; Tenements 1 for a huge Blue-footed Anemone and a family of 30 Clown-fish (Nemo’s cousins); Plate Ledge is a favourite of divers seeking impressive Table-top, or Plate coral formations; Pam’s Point for its resident Blue Groper and huge Manta rays;

Gorgonia Hole features Fan and Gorgonia corals on the reef edge; Coral Gardens and Staghorn Banks are home to Staghorn and Branching corals; and the Lost Mooring boasts an incredible kaleidoscope of bait fish, Painted crays, Nudibranchs and Wobbegong sharks, together with elaborate coral formations.

All of these sites, plus more, offer year-round access to the Great Barrier Reef and its residents.

When not in the water, other guest activities include bushwalking, reef walking, rides in our semi-submersible to view the coral, spa treatments at the Aqua Soul Spa and a Junior Rangers environmental program for our younger guests which runs during school holidays.

But it’s what you don’t see around Heron that makes the resort so special. Although the Island comprises 109 rooms across five distinct accommodation styles you won’t see any buildings above the tree line and you won’t bump into any day-trippers. The Reef experience on Heron is exclusively for guests, a unique experience few other resorts in the world can offer.

Heron Island enjoys a tropical climate, with an average year-round temperature of approximately 27 degrees Celsius. Its’ location at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef diminishes the influence of traditional wet season weather conditions associated with islands further north.

Regular flights are available from all Australian capital cities to Heron Island via Gladstone. Australian Helicopters depart Gladstone airport daily during daylight hours. The launch service departs Gladstone Marina for the island once a day.

Guests can also choose to spend time on nearby Wilson Island – a short 20 minute boat trip from Heron Island. Wilson Island has just six luxury tents (max 12 guests) set beside the sea on this tiny tropical islet.

The ultimate in Australian castaway islands, a visit to Wilson Island allows couples to switch off their mobile phones making for blissfully quiet holidays where you can enjoy world-class snorkelling, lazing in a hammock and re-discovering your inner Robinson Crusoe.

Explore the tiny island on foot or check out the creatures of the sea from a glass-bottom kayak, or with some world-class snorkelling. Guests can also watch Green and Loggerhead turtles laying their eggs or hatchlings emerging from this very special Australian destination as well.

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The Evolution of Sidemount Diving

Continues. by Jeff Loflin

For those of you who are unfamiliar with the sidemount gear configuration, it is simply moving your backmounted gas cylinders to the side of your body. The basic safety advantages of having your cylinders mounted on the side is that all of the gauges, hoses and leak points are always in the divers view. The diver is not dependent on his/her buddy to do bubble checks and perform detective guesswork to discover equipment malfunctions or problems.

Sidemount rigs can accommodate either single or double cylinders . When diving with two cylinders there is an additional safety feature because the diver has a totally redundant life support system- one life support system complete with regulator and gas supply on the left side and another complete life support system with regulator and gas supply on the right side. In the event the diver has an abrupt termination of gas in one cylinder he has the option to use the other cylinder or ascend to the surface.

Sidemount diving has exploded into a dive industry phenomena that continues to expand opportunities for divers and dive businesses worldwide. When I started sidemount diving, there was only one

manufacturer distributing sidemount equipment in addition to the homemade rigs utilized by cave divers for decades. There are currently no less than nine manufacturers marketing sidemount equipment today.

The days of learning how to sidemount dive by asking your friend to teach you are virtually over as a large number of the major agencies have released sidemount certification courses. PADI, for instance, has recently introduced two such courses: Recreational Sidemount and Technical Sidemount.

Learning to sidemount dive is a fun and exciting new scuba adventure for any level of diver. The advantages of enrolling in a Sidemount Diving course from a professional are many and quite varied- allowing you to learn the proper gear configuration, helping to adjust your new equipment for a perfect fit to facilitate spot-on trim, and teach you a variety of diving techniques used when diving sidemount.

The innovative Hollis sidemount systems include the Sidemount System 100 (SMS100), the dual bladder Sidemount System 100 (SMS 100D), and the new SMS 50 Sidemount system. The SMS 100 and SMS 100D were designed with both the recreational and technical diver in mind. The SMS 50, weighing a scant four pounds, was designed for the recreational diver and shallow water cave diver. The SMS 100 or SMS 100 D were designed to be used for recreational and/or technical diving. In the event the recreational diver would like to continue into technical diving, the Hollis sidemount buoyancy compensator system used for recreational diving can be also be used for technical diving. The lightweight SMS 50 recreational sidemount rig allows you to travel worldwide within the confines of airline weigh limit restrictions.

Do not wait any longer to try sidemount diving! I am sure that whatever level of diver you may be, you will love diving sidemount and end up a sidemount diver whom agrees with the saying “once you go side, you never go back!”

Jeff Loflin has been a PADI Instructor since 1983, Master Instructor since 1986 and PADI Course Director since 1988. He is an Instructor/Trainer in PADIs Trimix, Tec Deep, IANTD Trimix, Technical Cave Instructor and NSS-CDS Deep Cave Instructor. Teaching courses through TDI, SDI, and ERDI as well as numerous other specialties and have certified over 1,800 divers in an extensive diving career.

Sidemount Diving has come quite a long way since the early pioneers used homemade sidemount diving rigs to access and explore some of the numerous caves systems around the world. Sidemount Diving is now a recreational reality and is not just for cave divers anymore. It has become increasingly more common worldwide to see recreational divers, tec divers, wreck divers, ice divers, as well as cave divers, using sidemount systems instead of a traditional backmounted system.

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Melbourne Down Under (MDU) is an innovative marine awareness campaign for the Port Phillip (PP) region, that is revealing Melbourne’s best kept secret - a marine environment with colour and diversity that rivals tropical reefs, showcased to an audience of millions across several high profile media platforms.

Here in the cooler southern shores you’ll find the exotic and the magical, the beautiful and the deadly, the majestic and mysterious. And of course the downright weird. It features towering kelp forests, shimmering sandy plains and rocky reefs that explode in a kaleidoscope of colours. It’s a bustling metropolis home to over 1300 plant and animal species, over 82% of which are found nowhere else on earth but here along the southern shores.

Plants that walk, animals that bloom. Creatures that breathe through their backs and those that light up like a starry night. Fish that fish for other fish, fathers than give birth to their young ad creatures that look like anything, other than what they are.

All this right on Melbourne’s front door step. It’s a surprising secret that few know…. until now. This unique distinctiveness has be captured for the first time through a library of underwater imagery using world-class photographers and cinematographers featured in a series of high profile formats including a flagship book, documentary/DVD, footage at Federation Square and a free outdoor community exhibition that will travel throughout the catchment.

It has already reached an audience of over 3 million people and the number continues to rise. All campaign elements have been rolled out excluding the documentary/DVD which is currently being filmed and scripted and will be launched at Federation Square in February 2013 during a week long marine celebration that will see the site turn into a virtual bay.

The challenge with Port Phillip Bay is that it is difficult to get people

Melbourne Down UnderWords: Sheree Marris

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When people think of colourful marine environments, their thoughts automatically turn to the tropical reefs. A new campaign supported by Oceanic Australia however is about to turn that notion on its fins….

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to care about an environment they can’t see and they don’t know exists. By using the various media platforms, stunning imagery and engaging communications we can create a new level of awareness around its unique marine values while building a marine stewardship ethic in the community. It will also provide a valuable platform to begin conversations around our actions on land and the impacts that it has on these precious and unique environments. From an economic and tourism perspective it will help local business and position the area as a world class marine asset.

But it doesn’t end there, Melbourne Down Under is structured so that a percentage of the profits generated from book and DVD sales will be redirected back into local communities to see fund marine engagement experiences that will encourage active participation and grow the tourism interest.

Along with Oceanic you can support this great initiative by purchasing the book or documentary knowing that you’re helping to raise awareness and create a series of long term marine legacies. It is a win-win for the environment and for marine

enthusiasts or anyone who wants an entertaining read about the marine environment.

Sheree Marris has used her science background and quirky whit and humour to write a book complimented by stunning photographs that is engaging and entertaining.

For more information visit: www.melbournedownunder.com.au

Project Partners: EPA, Parks Victoria, Unico, Club Marine, Oceanic, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Mornington Peninsula Tourism, Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, Geelong Otway Tourism, City of Greater Geelong, Wyndham City, Hobsons Bay City Council, City of Port Phillip, Borough of Queenscliff, Finsbury Green, Melbourne Aquairum, Murray Thompson MP and Frankston City.

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Photography Fundamentals With Rick Hankinson

You’re thinking about doing some underwater photography, but not sure where to start? Or, have you recently bought a camera and can’t figure out why your photos are coming out dark and blurry?

Lets get a few things straight, you don’t need to spend thousands on photography equipment that looks like you’re off to

shoot another National Geographic cover - like some of the people I’ve seen on dive boats.

Memorise these few simple tips and I guarantee you’ll be taking photos that will make your mother-in-law proud.

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1. Know your equipment.

· To get great shots you need to know what your camera can & can’t do, the best place to start with this is your cameras instruction manual.

· Now with the help of the internet there are many free tutorials which are accessible to the general public giving you step by step advice.

· One of the benefits about digital photography is that you can view your shot as you take it & modify your settings to improve the images you are getting.

· Don’t forget that you can practice on land prior to going for a dive find an object around your home then spend a bit of time trying different settings, & lighting techniques.

2. Get close to your subject.

· The more space you have between you & your subject there is a greater chance of scatter caused from particle in the water as well as a loss of colour due to inadequate lighting. Images taken from too far away often appear grainy or very blue.

· I like to choose a focal point such as the subjects’ eye for that captivating shot.

3. Be a Natural.

· By improving your diving skills & being familiar with your diving equipment will help you to gain confidence & become more comfortable in the water. This in turn will allow you to get closer to your subject without frightening it away.

· Take time with your subject to compose your shot, watch for movements & behaviour patterns, breathe calmly & remember you don’t just want to take a photo but capture a moment.

4. Get to know your subject.

· Often the hardest part of photography is finding the subject in the first place; field guides & again the internet will help you with your studies.

· By doing a bit of research on the creatures you’re interested in you can find out things like what they eat, where they are likely to be found such as warm or temperate waters or even are they day or night creatures.

· Wherever possible utilise local knowledge, ask the guides at the local dive centre, they are out there all of the time & can often add a wealth of information as to the behaviour & habitat of species in the area.

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5. Make the most of your lighting.

· As any professional photographer will tell you if you don’t have adequate lighting you’re almost certainly not going to get the results you are looking for.

· With that said there are many ways to get great shots without those big expensive strobes. One of my favourites is to position myself bellow the subject & to use natural lighting, this works great for animals such as turtles, manta rays & pelagic fish.

· In more shallow waters & particularly whilst snorkelling the sun can provide all the lighting requirements that you need to get those amazing shots.

6. Have fun with it.

· Don’t be limited in taking your photos; try something different who knows sometimes that quirky angle makes for an interesting photo.

· Formations such as coral overhangs or Gorgonian fans can make great backdrops for portraits.

· Get at eye level with a Shrimp or Nudibranch, or in amongst a school of Jacks, using the sun to create a silhouette or even using your dive buddy to add scale to a photo. All of these things can create some amazing effects again the beauty of digital is that you can take many photos to get the one you want.

7. Post production.

· When viewing your photos see what settings you have used & whether you found them effective, it will also help to build on your understanding of the cameras potential.

· Once you start storing your photos it is important to catalogue your images for easy retrieval in the future.

· Back your photos up so that if you were to experience any software malfunctions that you won’t lose that memorable shot.

· In editing your photos again try something different like black & white for that dramatic effect.

· Lastly get your photos out there to be appreciated whether it is a photo competition or social media sites, you will be surprised at the positive feedback that you will receive.

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For over 35 years both proFessional and recreational divers around the world use allways dive expeditions as their preFerred dive travel agent.

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colour code guide

Black

White

Grey

Clear

Ice

IceBlue

SlateBlue

Seamist

Blue

Red

Orange

Yellow

NeonYellow

TransparentBlue

TransparentYellow

TransparentBlack

TransparentRed

Black/BlackSilicone

Titanium/BlackSilicone

Blue/BlackSilicone

Red/BlackSilicone

Yellow/Black

Silver/Black

LeatherBlue

LeatherRed

LeatherYellow

LeatherTitanium

MetallicRed

MetallicOrange

MetallicYellow

MetallicBlue

BCD’s

Sidemounts

Harnesses/Backplates

Air Cells

Manifolds/Valves

Rigging Kits

BC Accessories

Regulators

Occys

Regulator Accessories

Computers

Computer Accessories

Masks

Snorkels

Fins

Software Accessories

Drysuits/Undergarments

Wetsuits

Lavacore

Hoods

Gloves

Boots

Contents.

2013 Product Guide

Rebreathers

Computers

Gauges

Software

Exposure Protection

Lighting

Knives

Bags/Luggage

Safety

DPVs

General Accessories

Care & Maintenance

Apparel

Regulators

Buoyancy Compensators30 - 41

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hYbrid bLaddEr The innovative design of the hybrid bladder allows the freedom of movement and other benefits you have come to expect from a rear-inflation BC. The unique wrap-around design of the air cell provides you more lift than most BC’s; as well as an improved, upright orientation when the BC is inflated on the surface.

bioFLEx® tEChnoLogY Your equipment should enhance, not hinder the joy and exhilaration of diving. Nowhere is this more important than with BC’s, where comfort and freedom of movement must be balanced against function and durability. Responding to this challenge led Oceanic design engineers to create BioFlex - a unique “living fabric” that stretches, flexes and conforms to the body. BioFlex is an extraordinary fabric, which, when fully inflated, stretches up to 30% over conventional nylon or polyurethane BC materials. The idea is that if a material could stretch while remaining airtight, you could make smaller air cells, creating less bulk and drag underwater while achieving high volumes of lift when required. BioFlex eliminates chest squeeze, conforms to the diver’s body and provides a slim, body hugging profile.

PatEntEd QuiCk LoCk rELEaSE WEight intEgration SYStEMPatented QLR Quick Lock & Release System ensures your weights stay in position throughout the dive and do not shift around affecting buoyancy or position in the water. The weight pouches are simple to load and easy to release. Best of all, our patented “positive-lock” system helps to ensure that they’ll stay put.

d ringS Welded and slightly bent for easy, one-handed attachment. Use these D-rings to attach accessories such as torches, cameras or even your octopus regulator.

intEgratEd rEtraCtor SYStEM Built-in retractor attachment point perfect for streamlining gauges, lights and other essentials.

kniFE Mounting groMMEtS A pair of stainless steel grommets keep our BC knives out of the way but just where you want it.

CuStoM Fit harnESS Patented Custom Fit Harness, with its multiposition shoulder straps and cummerbund, delivers individual comfort for people of all shapes and sizes.

FadELESS 1000 dEniEr Cordura® ConStruCtion Exterior abrasion points are covered in our new “Fadeless” 1000-denier Cordura - tough stuff that will hold up to years of extreme diving and keep that new look longer.

rELiant intEgratEd inFLator Ergonomically designed to be functional and easy to use in any dive position, the Reliant Integrated Inflator provides a full range of airway exhaust and inflation control. Simply press a button to produce precise flow for trimming or maximum flow for major changes in buoyancy. A large exhaust valve creates a flow rate higher than the inflation rate of the power inflator, improving diver control during ascents.

dEPth CoMPEnSating CuMMErbund Patented depth compensating cummerbund is manufactured from a unique woven elastic material that eliminates the need to readjust as your suit compresses at depth. Cummerbund offers up to 8” of adjustment to fit a wide range of sizes. For additional personal adjustment, the cummerbund may be easily changed with another size.

oPtionaL air xS 2 uPgradE The AIR XS combines the reliability, performance and durability of the Second Air OCTOPUS and RELIANT INFLATOR into one very low profile, streamlined package. The regulator/inflator combination is as small as many BC inflators alone, with breathing performance superior to many stand-alone octopus regulators.

BBFF

Exterior abrasion points of select BCs are covered in our “Fadeless” Cordura® -

tough stuff that will hold up to years of extreme diving and keep that “new look” longer.

Most external panels benefit from the toughness of Cordura®, a high-performance, super-durable fabric that is perfect for the demands divers place on their equipment. It’s resistant to abrasions, tears, and scuffs--all the qualities you expect from a high performance fabric.

All Oceanic, Aeris and Hollis Hardware, comprising Regulators, Octopus Regulators (Octo’s), Buoyancy

Compensators (BC’s), Wings, and Analogue Gauges, when purchased and registered from an Authorised Australian Dealer, can have their warranty upgraded to a Limited Lifetime Warranty (LLW). This LLW will cover against any defects in materials, workmanship and performance to product specifications for the life of the product. Digital Instrumentation is provided with a 5 year Limited Warranty. Conditions apply.

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“I have been nothing but impressed by the Oceanic Excursion 2 BCD. The new more flexible weight pockets offer peace of mind and are easy to put in place. The abundance of D Rings

along with the great overall trim it provides me while underwater allows me to feel comfortable in all aspects of my diving. Having had the Excursion 1, I have seen vast improvements to comfort and functionality. The introduction of utility pockets and the overall reduction in weight has made my Oceanic Excursion 2 upgrade one of the best equipment decisions I have made.”

Peter UseliPADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer

ExCURSION 2

Geared for adventure. You glide through the water like a manta ray, air bladder tucked neatly behind you. Up front, there’s nothing but con-toured harness straps and a couple of integrated weight pockets. You’re uncluttered, unencumbered and looking good. Built tough for use in both recreational and technical diving, the Excursion 2 is extremely comfortable and stable, the ultimate BC for the serious adventurer.

• Patented BioFlex® rear inflation bladder provides up to 58 lbs. lift (50 lbs. S, M and L) with minimum drag when deflated.

• Streamlined harness with Reinforced contoured shoulders, padded back pack with lumbar support and adjustable position sternum strap.

• QLR3 Integrated Weight System and trim pockets.• Generous zippered utility pockets.• Integrated instrument retractor mount (retractor not included) and

Knife mounting grommets on either the left or right.• Patented adjustable depth compensating cummerbund.• 20% weight reduction. (9 lbs. size Large)

BBFF

BCEX3

HD 100

Comfort, function and durability. The Hollis HD 100 is everything the advanced sport diver could ask for. Fitted with a combination of Tech/Rec features that provide ultimate comfort and function. Heavy duty construction and innovative design make this BC the best in it’s class.

• 35 lb bladder S & M sizes / 45 lb bladder L & XL sizes• 1000 denier CorduraTM w/ PU lamination outer shell & 15mm

urethane internal bladder• Contoured, lightweight backpack w/back pad, lumbar support,

and a rolled neoprene comfort neck• 10lb (4.5kg) interchangeable quick release weight pockets• 5 lb (2.27kg) non-dumpable rear weight pockets• System weight: 9.4lbs (4.3kg)

Small - HL208.1150.002Medium - HL208.1150.003Large - HL208.1150.005X-Large - HL208.1150.006

PRObE HlC

Tech in all the right places. For divers who prefer a traditional jacket style design but desire many of the features of a tech oriented back mount BC, the Probe HLC is the ultimate solution.

• Heavy-duty tech oriented features in a jacket style BC.• High lift capacity (up to 60lbs. - size XL) and minimum drag

when deflated with patented BioFlex® bladder.• New QLR3 Integrated Weight System accommodates up to 20

lbs. plus dual 5 lbs. rear weight pouches for improved in-water positioning.

• Pre-bent welded stainless steel d-rings.• Integrated instrument retractor mount grommet inside each

zippered pocket (retractor not included) and Spinner Knife mounting grommets. Optional Air XS 2 Alternate Inflator and Spinner Knife are available accessories.

• 2 oversized zippered main pockets.• Reflective accents.

BBFF

BCPHLC

The Patented QLR Quick Lock & Release System is standard on many of the BCs.

Your weights stay in position throughout the dive and do not shift around affecting buoyancy or position in the water. The weight pouches are simple to load and easy to release. Best of all, our patented “positive-lock” system helps to ensure that they’ll stay put.

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HERA

The Oceanic HERA BC is built from the ground up for you - designed specifically around the female form with ample adjustments to make it your own, without sacrificing features and functionality. This may just be the most comfortable, best fitting BC you’ve ever worn.

• Patented hybrid bladder combines the benefits of both rear inflation and jacket style BCs.

• Patented Custom Fit Harness with multi-position shoulder strap that delivers individual comfort for women of all sizes. The Oceanic Hera BC is contoured over the hip for added comfort.

• QLR Integrated Weight System accommodates up to 20 lbs. plus dual 5 lbs. rear weight pouches for improved in-water positioning.

• Weight pockets are loaded positioned at a slight downward angle to aid self-loading.

• Reinforced shoulders, padded back pack and an adjustable position sternum strap ensure comfort and stability.

CRUZ

A buoyancy compensator easily takes more of a beating than any other piece of diving equipment. The new Cruz is quite simply one of the most rugged buoyancy compensators available and sports practically all the features of the higher priced BC’s at a fraction of the cost. The Cruz is the ideal BC to take you from your Open Water course through to Advanced and beyond!

• The Oceanic Cruz BC has a rugged design and high lift capacity for local diving plus packs flat for travel.

• Durable, fadeless 1600 Cordura construction.• Equipped with two trim weight pockets and Oceanic’s QLR.• Integrated Weight System that can accommodate up to 30 lbs.• Versatile power inflation/deflation with right shoulder and lower

pull-dump control.• Easy to use large main zippered pockets.• The Oceanic Cruz BC has strategically placed stainless steel

grommets for your accessories.

RIDE

Technically the worlds best travel BC. Its lightweight at just over 5lbs but packed with technical features. It includes a simple yet strong nylon harness, that is one size fits all and easily adjustable. The wing is a rugged one-piece 1000 denier cordura and comes in two sizes: 23lbs and 37lbs. Standard are the stainless steel 2” d-rings on the shoulders and hips, padded crotch strap, backpad and lower storage pouch. It also has the ability to dive singles or twins (depending on wing size).

• Lift capacity 23 lbs & 37 lbs and one size fits most.• 1000 denier CorduraTM w/ 15 mil PU lamination - one piece.• Contoured, lightweight backpack w/back pad, lumbar support &

storage pouch. Quick adjust shoulder and waist strap.• 2 shoulder stainless steel bent D-rings, 2 lower hip D-rings.• Right shoulder inflation with elbow and lower left pull dump.• 10lb (4.5kg) interchangeable quick release weight pockets

- optional. 5 lb (2.27kg) non-dumpable rear weight pockets - optional. System weight: 5.5 lbs.

HL208.1170

Your equipment should enhance, not hinder the joy and

exhilaration of diving. Nowhere is this more important than with BC’s, where comfort and freedom of movement must be balanced against function and durability. Responding to this challenge led our design engineers to create BioFlex® - a unique “living fabric” that stretches, flexes and conforms to the body. BioFlex® is an extraordinary fabric, which stretches, fully inflated up to 30% over conventional nylon or polyurethane BC materials.

The idea being that if a material could stretch while remaining airtight, you could make smaller air cells, creating less bulk and drag underwater while achieving high volumes of lift when required. BioFlex® eliminates chest squeeze, conforms to the diver’s body and provides a slim, body hugging profile.

BCHE

BCCR

“The Hera BCD is the most comfortable and practical BCD for using not only recreationally but while I’m teaching as well. The large lift capacity means I don’t have to be worried about buoyancy while I’m looking

after students, and the angled pockets are easy to access during dives. The BCD isn’t bulky at all, I have freedom and comfort while I dive and teach alike. I would recommend that all female divers should be in a Hera. I haven’t found anything else that even comes close to measuring up in either comfort or practicality.”

Sharon FitzpatrickPADI Staff Instructor TDI Advanced Nitrox Decomposition Instructor

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5 OCEAN bC

The 5 Oceans Back Inflation BCD is prepared for any adventure - its lightweight - weighing 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg) and packs flat for travel to the tropics and, at the same time, supplies plenty of lift, integrated weight capacity and range of adjustment to be worn in cold water over thick wetsuits or dry suits.

• Minimalist rear inflation air cell uses a combination of Patented BioFlex® material and bungy cords to maintain a streamlined profile

• Durable, Fadeless 1,000 Denier Cordura Shoulder and Pocket Panels. Equipped with two trim weight pockets and QLR Integrated Weight System that can accommodate up to 30 lbs.

• 20 lbs (9 kg) QLR Ditch-Able Weight System• 10 lbs Weight Trim Pockets• Easy to use drop down pocket• Dual-adjust sternum strap for stability and comfort• Carry handle and Tank positioning strap• Carabiner with multiple attachment points

OCEAN PRO 3

Keep it simple. An economical jacket for the diver who wants to keep it simple, the Oceanic OceanPro BC and Oceanic OceanPro QLR BC features the same quality workmanship, comfort and fit that you expect from all Oceanic BCs at a great price.

• OceanPro BC is designed to withstand the daily rigors of rental and training departments around the world.

• Durable 420 denier fadeless nylon construction.• QLR Integrated Weight System accommodates up to 20 lbs. and

may be purchased with the BC or added later.• Integrated backpack with carrying handle.• Easy to adjust quick release shoulder adjustments.• The Oceanic OceanPro BC has strategically placed plastic d-ring

attachment points.• Integrated safety whistle

AE40.18XX

bIOlITE

The newest lightweight BC at just 5.5 pounds! The new Biolite BC looks to establish itself as a complete solution with the introduction of a new color design and streamlined, integrated weight system. This is the ultimate travel BC with a perfect balance of features and benefits that makes diving a pure joy. The Biolite keeps things simple with a clean, straightforward design that focuses on comfort and convenience. If your travel plans call for lightweight luggage, then the Biolite BC is definitely for you.

• Total BC weight is only 5.5 lbs.• Includes right shoulder carabiner adjustable positioning system.• Includes dual 7 lbs. front weight pocket “Quick Drop” weight

release system.• Low profile back pack, makes it easy to fold in half for traveling

purposes.• Low profile bladder design and made with Patented Bioflex material.• Self Adjusting sternum strap.Generous soft pad.• Dual 5 lbs. tank band “Non Drop Weight Pocket”.

BBFF

BCBIO

BCOPRBBFF

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SMS 100

The SMS100 Sidemount system was designed not just with sidemount cave divers in mind but any diver. Whether you are a beginner, advanced or technical diver, this kit was designed for you. Suitable for sidemounting twin or single cylinders or for use with rebreathers or rear mounted singles or doubles. This system can be used in any environment from open water to the overhead envrionment.

• 360 Degree wing - 52lbs Lift• Streamlined design for reduced drag and passing through

confined spaces• Lower left pull relief valve• Includes elastic bungee system (removeable)• 1000 denier CorduraTM w/PU lamination outer shell and 15mm

urethane internal bladder• Single or Dual wing options available• Centrally and uppermost located elbow to avoid overhead

interference• Upper / Lower cam band slots for rear mounted single tank

SMS 50

Hollis “SMS” sidemount systems have been designed not just with cave divers in mind, but any sidemount diver. The new SMS50 is no exception. Built for sidemount only, this kit can be used in any environment from open water to overhead. Includes an adjustable, one size fits all harness based on a minimalist design; also ideal for traveling sidemounters. Ready to dive out of the box.

• Inner located elbow to avoid overhead interference• Built-in trim pockets - 3lbs upper shoulders & 3lbs (Pair) for

lower torso• Neoprene covered shoulder straps• Ready out of the box! (2) Tank bungees, (2) SS Cam bands, (4)

SS Bolt snaps & line included with kit• Also includes a Sternum strap & Crotch strap• Air Cell - 23 lbs Lift• Rugged 1000 Denier Cordura• System weight 5lbs.

SINGLE: Small - Medium - HL208.1300.003, Large - X-Large - HL208.1300.005, XXLarge - HL208.1300.007DUAL: Small - Medium - HL208.1302.003, Large - X-Large - HL208.1302.005, XXLarge - HL208.1302.007

HL208.1350

SMS 100 SINGLE SMS 100 DUAL

SOME ADvANTAgES Of SIDEMOUNT DIvINg

• Full visibility over your system - tanks, valves, regulators all within eyesight and adjustable at depth

• Reduces additional gear: Doubles bands / Hardware / Manifold - Benefit when traveling

• Aids in transporting gear to and from the beach or boat - one tank at a time

• Streamlines profile which in turn reduces drag increasing your bottom time

“My purchase of Hollis SMS 50 has been an excellent investment , simply put I love it! The slimline design has been great for getting into those tight spots and was an

asset when wreck diving in Truk Lagoon. As its light and compact I have found it perfect for travel and was easily able to manage 3 tanks with no wetsuit. I am so happy with the design that I will be utilizing the SMS 50 as my recreational as well at Technicaldiving BCD.”

Gary BrennandPADI Course Director PADI Tec Deep Instructor TrainerPADI Tec Side mount Instructor TrainerTDI Tec InstructorTDI Side Mount Instructor

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Visit www.OceanicAus.com.au for more information on the benefits of buying scuba equipment in Australia.

Rest easy knowing when you buy an Oceanic, Hollis and Aeris product from your local authorised Australian dealers you’ll be looked after with price and support. Saving you thousands of dollars in the long-term.

If you buy online from overseas there is no guarantee of what you’re going to get. Buy local, rest easy.

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Visit www.OceanicAus.com.au for more information on the benefits of buying scuba equipment in Australia.

Rest easy knowing when you buy an Oceanic, Hollis and Aeris product from your local authorised Australian dealers you’ll be looked after with price and support. Saving you thousands of dollars in the long-term.

If you buy online from overseas there is no guarantee of what you’re going to get. Buy local, rest easy.

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HTS 2

Harness Tech System 2- Easily switchs from a single tank soft pack to a dual tank backplate system. The modular capabilities of the HTS mean it can be personalized to your needs.

• Streamlined modular harness system • Comfort back pad with lumbar support • Stainless steel D-rings and cam buckle included • Adjustable sternum strap w/2 mounting positions • Adjustable padded shoulder straps with over-sized quick release

buckles • Accepts 10lbs/4.5kg quick-release weight pockets with stainless

steel D-rings • Adjustable cummerbund (removable) • 2inch webbing crotch strap with vehicle hook ring (removable) • 2 x Non-slip cam bands with plastic buckles.

ElITE 2

Tech/Rec is at its best with the Elite 2 Harness. The Elite 2 Harness System offers you all the features of a technical harness with the added comfort that recreational divers look for.

• Adjustable shoulder straps w/ quick release buckles provide easier donning and doffing of equipment

• Adjustable and removable shoulder pads w/ 3 adjustable stainless steel bent D-rings on each side

• 316 “marine grade” stainless steel used for all hardware• Accepts 10lbs/4.5kg quick-release weight system • Adjustable sternum strap included allows for custom fit • Backplate sold separately • System weight (harness only): 1.7 lbs/.77kg

SOlO

Designed to meet all the needs of demanding technical divers, the Solo Harness System is clean, simple, and foolproof!

• Streamlined design enhances comfort with less drag • Continuous one piece harness system limits failure potential • Stainless steel D-rings and cam buckle included • Removable shoulder pads accept stainless steel D-rings • Accepts 10lbs/4.5kg quick-release weight system • Backplate sold separately • System weight (harness only): 1lb/0.45kg• One size customisable

Small - HL208.1202.002 Medium - HL208.1202.003Large - HL208.1202.005 X-Large - HL208.1202.006

X-Small - Small - HL208.1222.001Medium - Large - HL208.1222.003Large - X-Large - HL208.1222.006

HL208.1260

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STAINlESS STEEl bACKPlATE

Stainless Plate - 5.5lbs (2.5kg) / 316 Stainless / Hand Deburred and Electropolished

STAbIlISER PlATES

The stainless stabiliser plates firmly secure the HTS 2 soft backplate system to your twin tank set-up. The soft backplate and the wing are locked between the double tanks and the stabiliser plates, eliminating the need for a standard Hollis backplate. • 304 Stainless Steel • Pre-curved to fit the

spacing of double tanks• Hand-rounded finish

eliminates sharp edges• Sold as a pair

AlUMINIUM bACKPlATE

Aluminum Plate – 2lbs (0.9kg) / Black Anodized 5052 Aluminum / Travellers Choice

SINglE TANK ADAPTER

The perfect accessory for switching your tech harness between double and single configurations. A convenient time saver that eliminates the need to re-thread cam bands time after time.• 316 Stainless Steel • Laser etched log• Stainless Hardware Included• Cam bands sold separately

CAM bAND w S/S bUCKlE

Quick adjust cam band with stainless steel or delrin buckle locks tight securing your cylinder in position. Specifically designed for use with single tank adaptor and single tank backplate configurations.• 316 stainless locking ring• 2” webbing width• Number coded threading guide• Velcro secure closure

bACKPlATE PAD

• Provides the ultimate comfort when using a backplate configuration

• Complete with 6 bookscrews for easy fitting

• Marker buoys stash pocket between the plate and pad.

TwIN bANDS KIT

Hollis tank bands are constructed of polished 316 stainless steel and are simply the toughest, corrosion resistant bands available for twin configuration. • Available in 7.25” and 8”• 7.25” suits 75cft. cylinders• 8” suits 100cft. cylinders• 2.5” band width• 316 stainless Structural plates• 316 stainless bolts,

nut and washers• Rounded band edges

eliminates damage to cylinders

S SERIES

The New S Series Bladder is designed for optimum balance and comfort for use with or without a single tank adapter. This circular bladder is compact, clean and perfect for a streamlined Single tank rig.

• Available in 25 or 38 lb lift capacity • Outer Shell constructed of HD 1600 denier Cordura • Internal bladder constructed from 420 denier PU coated nylon • Streamlined design for reduced drag and passing through tight

spaces • No single tank adapter needed • Removable tank cradle included • Hollis High flow inflator assembly• Lower left pull relief valve • Cam band slots

C SERIES

The C series wings have been designed with an advanced 360 degree or “donut” style bladder to provide increased balance and streamlining.

• Lift Capacity in 45, 60lbs• Outer Shell constructed of HD Laminated 1000 denier Cordura • Thick 15mm urethane internal bladder • Centrally located elbow to avoid tank valve/regulator interference • Lower left pull relief valve• Hollis High flow inflator assembly• Cam band slots • C45 model available in dual bladder

S25 (25LB.) - HL208.1251.025S38 (38LB.) - HL208.1251.038

C45 (45LB.) - HL208.1250.045C60 (60LB.) - HL208.1250.060CC45 DUAL - HL208.1252.045

HL208.1290

HL208.1071.001 Stainless Steel - HL208.1070.010Delrin - HL208.1070.020

HL208.1264

7.25” - HL208.10778” - HL208.1078

HL208.1298

S38 C45 C60C45 DUALS25

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Backplates

Air Cells

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200/300 bAR

Hollis Manifolds combine two modular tank valves using an isolator crossbar allowing divers to carry a much larger gas supply. • 200 & 300 Bar options available• Available in long & short options• Nitrox Compatible to 40%• Double O-Ring Seals • Shock Resistant rubber knobs • Durable chrome plated Brass • Suits Yoke or DIN Fitting

ISOlATION CROSS bAR

The Hollis Isolation crossbar when coupled with two tank valves offers easily accessible isolation and balanced center-to-center spacing with the Hollis tank bands.• Available in long & short options• Nitrox Compatible to 40%• Double O-Ring Seals • Shock Resistant rubber knob• Durable chrome plated Brass

INlINE CCR vAlvE

This Rebreather valve is a perfect match for your Oxygen or Diluent bottle. Compatable on many current rebreathers including the Prism and is available in both 200 & 300 BAR configurations.• 100% 02 Compatable• Viton O-Rings• Shock Resistant rubber knob• Durable chrome plated Brass• DIN Fitting - 200 & 300 BAR

TANK vAlvES

• Left & Right available• 200 & 300 Bar options• Nitrox Compatible to 40%• Shock Resistant rubber knobs • Durable chrome plated Brass • Compatible with DIN & Yoke

SSIM

SSIMZCB

SSIMZTV

Black - HL240.6830Green - HL240.6840

vAlvE PlUgS

• Left & Right available• Double O-ring seal• Nitrox Compatible to 40%• Durable chrome plated Brass

LEFT - SSIM6026RIGHT - SSIM6027

2. SMS 100 DECO RIggINg KIT

• SS hose clamp with Nylon sleeve

• (2) 4.5 SS Bolt Snaps• Elastic Line• Tank Bungee

HL240.1650

1. SMS 100 MAINS RIggINg KIT

• Includes 2 x cam bands with Stainless Steel buckle and 4 x Marine grade Stainless bolt snaps

HL240.1550

4. SMS bUNgEE KIT

A replacement bungee for the Hollis SMS Sidemount system. Includes an elastic bungee, Stainless Bolt snap and Quick link.HL208.1320

3. DElUxE STAgE KIT

Deluxe Stage bottle kit designed for AL80’s. Includes all required hardware to securely rig your stage or deco bottles for technical diving. • Available in small or large

SMALL - HL240.1700LARGE - HL240.1800

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Rigging Kits

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1. bIOlITE wEIgHT POCKET - PAIR

• Dumpable Weight Pockets• Take up to 6.3kg weight

BCZOLRB

2. UTIlITY POCKET

• Suits all Oceanic BC’s• Zipper closure• Stainless drainage holes

BCZUP

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

3. QlR 3 wEIgHT POCKET - PAIR

• Each pocket capable of carrying 10lb

• Patented Oceanic QLR locking system

BCZQLRP11, BCQLRP, BCQLRP3

4. bC CAM bAND ASSEMblY

• 316 stainless locking ring• 2” webbing width• Number coded threading guide• Velcro secure closure

4833

5. 5lb NON-DUMPAblE - PAIR

• Offers the ultimate weight trimming capability

• Sold as pair• Includes two 5lb weight pockets• Zipper Closure

HL208.0030

6. 10lb wEIgHT POCKETS - PAIR

• Sold as pair• Includes 2 10lb weight pockets• QLR locking system

HL208.0020

7. CROTCH STRAP

• Eliminates Cylinder Ride-Up• Increased System Stability• Complete with Stainless

Scooter Ring• Adjustable 2, 1.5 or 1 Inch

Webbing

1 INCH - HL208.10252 INCH - HL208.1032

8. wEIgHT SYSTEM SOlO/ElITE 2/HTS 2

QLR Weight System designed for use with Hollis Harness systems - Solo / Elite 2 / HTS 2• Includes 2 - 10lb QLR Weight

Pockets • Multiple stainless mounting

locations HTS 2 - HL208.0041SOLO/ELITE 2 - HL208.0010

9. bOOK SCREwS

Multi-purpose screw for BC/Air Cell adjustment and fixing.

HL210.8031

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Type REARINFLATION REARINFLATION HYBRID HYBRID JACKET REARINFLATION REARINFLATION REARINFLATION JACKET

AirCellMaterial BIOFLEX® 1000denierCorduraTM

w/PUlaminationBIOFLEX®/420DENIER

CORDURA®FADELESS500DENIER

NYLON 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000denierCorduraTM

w/PUlamination BIOFLEX® BIOFLEX® FADELESS500DENIERNYLON

ShoulderPanelMaterial 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® NYLONWEBBINg 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA®

PocketPanelMaterial 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® N/A 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA®

ReflectivePiping YES NO YES NO NO NO NO NO NO

MainPockets/Closure ZIPPER ZIPPER ZIPPER ZIPPER ZIPPER N/A ZIPPER ZIPPER 2/VELCRO®

MaxDumpableIntegratedWeight 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS/9KgQLR N/A 14LBS/6.3Kg 20LBS/9KgQLR 20LBS/9KgQLR

MaxNon-DumpableRearWeightPockets 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS/4.5Kg N/A 10LBS/4.5Kg N/A (Optional)10LBS/4.5Kg

PaddedBackpack YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

LumbarSupport YES YES YES NO NO NO NO YES NO

CarryingHandle YES YES YES YES YES NO NO YES YES

TankPositioningStrap YES YES YES YES YES N/A YES YES YES

MoldedTankCradle/Anti-SlipPad YES YES YES YES YES NO YES YES YES

StainlessSteelD-rings 12 10 6 6 1 5 ALUMINIUMCARIBBEAN ALUMINIUMCARIBBEAN N/A

PlasticD-rings 6 6 4 N/A 2 N/A 7 4 8

SternumStrap ADJUSTABLEPOSITION/INTERgRATEDWHISTLE ADJUSTABLEPOSITION ADJUSTABLEPOSITION/

INTERgRATEDWHISTLE ADJUSTABLEPOSITION FIXED N/A ADJUSTABLEPOSITION/INTERgRATEDWHISTLE FIXED FIXED

DepthCompensatingCummerbund YES YES YES YES NO NO YES YES NO

RightShoulderPull-BallExhaust NO YES YES YES YES N/A NO NO NO

FrontOperatedRearPull-BallExhaust YES NO NO YES NO NO YES NO NO

IntegratedRetractorMount YES NO YES YES YES NO NO YES NO

BCKnifeMount YES YES YESx2 YES YES NO NO YES NO

CrotchStrap OPTIONAL OPTIONAL NO NO NO YES NO NO NO

AirXS2AlternateInflator OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

DryWeight(size:Large) 9.0LBS/4.1Kg 9.4LBS/4.3Kg 9LBS/4.1Kg 8.9LBS/4Kg 8.0LBS/3.6Kg 6.5LBS/2.9Kg 5.5LBS/2.5Kg 7.5LBS/3.4Kg 7.1LBS/3.2Kg

LiftCapacity(perCEtestprotocol)

XS 19LBS/8.6Kg 18LBS/8.2Kg 32LBS/14.5Kg 27LBS/12.2Kg 18LBS/8.2Kg

SM 50LBS/22.6Kg 35LBS/15.8Kg 34LBS/15.4Kg 26LBS/11.8Kg 23LBS/10.4Kg OSFA23LBS/10.4Kg 32LBS/14.5Kg 31LBS/14.1Kg 23LBS/10.4Kg

MD 50LBS/22.6Kg 35LBS/15.8Kg 37LBS/16.8Kg 34LBS/15.4Kg 31LBS/14.1Kg OSFA37LBS/16.8Kg 32LBS/14.5Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 31LBS/14.1Kg

LG 50LBS/22.6Kg 45LBS/20.4Kg 50LBS/22.6Kg 40LBS/18.1Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 49LBS/22.2Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg

XL 58LBS/26.3Kg 45LBS/20.4Kg 60LBS/27.2Kg 44LBS/20Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 60LBS/27.2Kg 44LBS/20Kg

XXL 58LBS/26.3Kg 63LBS/28.6Kg

features & functions eXcursion 2 Hd 100 Probe Hlc Hera cruZ ride biolite

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Type REARINFLATION REARINFLATION HYBRID HYBRID JACKET REARINFLATION REARINFLATION REARINFLATION JACKET

AirCellMaterial BIOFLEX® 1000denierCorduraTM

w/PUlaminationBIOFLEX®/420DENIER

CORDURA®FADELESS500DENIER

NYLON 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000denierCorduraTM

w/PUlamination BIOFLEX® BIOFLEX® FADELESS500DENIERNYLON

ShoulderPanelMaterial 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® NYLONWEBBINg 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA®

PocketPanelMaterial 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® N/A 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA® 1000DENIERCORDURA®

ReflectivePiping YES NO YES NO NO NO NO NO NO

MainPockets/Closure ZIPPER ZIPPER ZIPPER ZIPPER ZIPPER N/A ZIPPER ZIPPER 2/VELCRO®

MaxDumpableIntegratedWeight 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS./9Kg.QLR 20LBS/9KgQLR N/A 14LBS/6.3Kg 20LBS/9KgQLR 20LBS/9KgQLR

MaxNon-DumpableRearWeightPockets 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS./4.5Kg. 10LBS/4.5Kg N/A 10LBS/4.5Kg N/A (Optional)10LBS/4.5Kg

PaddedBackpack YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

LumbarSupport YES YES YES NO NO NO NO YES NO

CarryingHandle YES YES YES YES YES NO NO YES YES

TankPositioningStrap YES YES YES YES YES N/A YES YES YES

MoldedTankCradle/Anti-SlipPad YES YES YES YES YES NO YES YES YES

StainlessSteelD-rings 12 10 6 6 1 5 ALUMINIUMCARIBBEAN ALUMINIUMCARIBBEAN N/A

PlasticD-rings 6 6 4 N/A 2 N/A 7 4 8

SternumStrap ADJUSTABLEPOSITION/INTERgRATEDWHISTLE ADJUSTABLEPOSITION ADJUSTABLEPOSITION/

INTERgRATEDWHISTLE ADJUSTABLEPOSITION FIXED N/A ADJUSTABLEPOSITION/INTERgRATEDWHISTLE FIXED FIXED

DepthCompensatingCummerbund YES YES YES YES NO NO YES YES NO

RightShoulderPull-BallExhaust NO YES YES YES YES N/A NO NO NO

FrontOperatedRearPull-BallExhaust YES NO NO YES NO NO YES NO NO

IntegratedRetractorMount YES NO YES YES YES NO NO YES NO

BCKnifeMount YES YES YESx2 YES YES NO NO YES NO

CrotchStrap OPTIONAL OPTIONAL NO NO NO YES NO NO NO

AirXS2AlternateInflator OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

DryWeight(size:Large) 9.0LBS/4.1Kg 9.4LBS/4.3Kg 9LBS/4.1Kg 8.9LBS/4Kg 8.0LBS/3.6Kg 6.5LBS/2.9Kg 5.5LBS/2.5Kg 7.5LBS/3.4Kg 7.1LBS/3.2Kg

LiftCapacity(perCEtestprotocol)

XS 19LBS/8.6Kg 18LBS/8.2Kg 32LBS/14.5Kg 27LBS/12.2Kg 18LBS/8.2Kg

SM 50LBS/22.6Kg 35LBS/15.8Kg 34LBS/15.4Kg 26LBS/11.8Kg 23LBS/10.4Kg OSFA23LBS/10.4Kg 32LBS/14.5Kg 31LBS/14.1Kg 23LBS/10.4Kg

MD 50LBS/22.6Kg 35LBS/15.8Kg 37LBS/16.8Kg 34LBS/15.4Kg 31LBS/14.1Kg OSFA37LBS/16.8Kg 32LBS/14.5Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 31LBS/14.1Kg

LG 50LBS/22.6Kg 45LBS/20.4Kg 50LBS/22.6Kg 40LBS/18.1Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 49LBS/22.2Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg

XL 58LBS/26.3Kg 45LBS/20.4Kg 60LBS/27.2Kg 44LBS/20Kg 38LBS/17.2Kg 60LBS/27.2Kg 44LBS/20Kg

XXL 58LBS/26.3Kg 63LBS/28.6Kg

Material 1000DENIERCORDURA®1000DENIERCORDURATM

W/PULAMINATIONOUTERSHELL

NYLONWEBBINg/

1000DENIERCORDURA™

NYLONWEBBINg/

1000DENIERCORDURA™NYLONWEBBINg

LiftCapacity 23LB/10.4Kg 52LB/23.5Kg N/A N/A N/A

InternalBladder 15mmurethane 15mmurethane N/A N/A N/A

MaxDumpableIntegratedWeight N/A N/A OPTIONAL20lb/9kg OPTIONAL20lb/9kg OPTIONAL20lb/9kg

MaxNon-DumpableRearWeightPockets TRIMPOCKET N/A OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

PaddedBackpack YES YES YES OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

StainlessSteelD-Rings YES YES YES YES YES

CrotchStrap YES YES YES YES YES

CamBandSlots NO YES YES YES YES

SingleTank/DoublesTank/Both BOTH BOTH BOTH BOTH BOTH

Sizes ONESIZEFITSALL SM-MD,Lg-XL,XXL SM,MD,Lg,XL XS-SM,MD-Lg,XL-XXL ONESIZEFITSALL

festures & functions s25 s38 c45 c45 dual c60

ExternalShell1600deniernylon

outershell

1600deniernylon

outershell

1000denierCordura™w/PUlaminationoutershell

1000denierCordura™w/PUlaminationoutershell

1000denierCordura™w/PUlaminationoutershell

LiftCapacity 25lbs/11.3kg 38lbs/17.2kg 45lbs/20.4kg 45lbs/20.4kg 60lbs/27.2kg

InternalBladder 15mmurethane 15mmurethane 15mmurethane 15mmurethanex2 15mmurethane

RearPull-BallExhaust YES YES YES YES YES

High-FlowPowerInflatorAssembly YES YES YES YESx2 YES

StainlessEyelets 2 2 6 6 6

CamBandSlots Yesandtankcradle Yesandtankcradle YES YES YES

SingleTank/DoublesTank/Both SINGLE SINGLE BOTH BOTH BOTH

Sizes Onesizefitsall Onesizefitsall Onesizefitsall Onesizefitsall Onesizefitsall

5 ocean ocean Profeatures &functions sms 50 sms 100 Hts 2 elite 2 solo

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A simple twist of the adjustment knob enables complete control. Set

the inhalation requirement to near zero when you need ultimate performance, or tune it for greater resistance as conditions or preferences change.

Most downstream demand valve regulators are calibrated during manufacturing to a single, ‘middle of the road’ operation. Whether finning up current at 20 metres or merely snorkeling out to the dive site, this factory adjustment may not be optimum for the wide variety of demands we place on our equipment.

The pneumatically balanced second stage reduces

breathing resistance to near zero with a balanced valve seat designed to respond to the slightest inhalation.

A pneumatically balanced second stage actually has (or can have) the same initial crack opening effort as a mechanically balanced, but the spring force of a pneumatically balanced second stage is lighter so it’s spring rate is also lower.

drY vaLvE tEChnoLogY d.v.t Ever wonder why they call it a “dust cap” and not a water cap? DVT eliminates the possibility of moisture entering the first stage with a simple, yet ingenious design. No hassle, no worries. What about performance? DVT doesn’t impact first stage performance even at 40 metres with just 100 bar in your tank. The result? An end to flooded regulators! DVT is designed to automatically eliminate moisture intrusion and contaminants from entering your breathing system.

PnEuMatiCaLLY baLanCEd SECond StagEA pneumatically balanced second stage actually has (or can have) the same initial crack opening effort as a mechanically balanced second stage, but the spring force of a pneumatically balanced second stage is lighter so it’s spring rate is also lower. Therefore the force required to open the valve farther as flow increases is less than that required for a mechanically balanced second stage with a higher rate spring. So the total effort to breathe the pneumatically balanced second stage is indeed less. The spring force must be just enough to overcome the difference between downstream air pressure and upstream balance chamber pressure. The downstream air travels through a hole in the poppet into the balance chamber and applies an “upstream” force just slightly less than the downstream force.

StainLESS inLinE SWivELThis unique feature of the swivel provides ultimate comfort and flexibility. How you choose to mount your regulator, whether that’s over or under your shoulder, or even upside-down, the swivel system performs as well as it looks.

nitrox CoMPatibLEThis feature enables the regulator to be suitable for use with nitrox breathing gas mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen without the need for special preparation, cleaning or components.

divEr adJuStabLE inhaLationMost downstream demand valve regulators are calibrated during manufacturing to a single, ‘middle of the road’ operation. Whether finning up current or merely snorkelling out to the dive site, this factory adjustment may not be optimum for the wide variety of demands we place on our equipment. A simple twist of the adjustment knob enables complete control...set the inhalation requirement to near zero when you need ultimate performance, or tune it for greater resistance as conditions or preferences change.

adJuStabLE vEnturi SYStEMThe A.V.S. deflector diverts the airflow from the valve directly to the mouthpiece, producing smooth venturi-assisted inhalation. With the addition of a user Adjustable Venturi System (A.V.S.), in the form of a simple yet ingenious switch, full adjustment control rests in the hands of the diver.

orthodontiC MouthPiECEOur patented Orthodontic Mouthpiece further reduces jaw fatigue, and is specifically designed to accommodate the natural overbite of the human jaw.

SurgE dEFLECtorOur surge deflector reduces freeflow caused by surge or oncoming current.

PatEntEd dYnaMiC adJuStMEntA common objection to adjustable second stages is that divers can’t imagine themselves twisting and turning a knob as they descend and ascend through the depths. If inhalation resistance is set near zero at depth, your ascent would require you to manually increase resistance as ambient water pressure is reduced to prevent free-flow. Taking another stride beyond common second stage engineering, Oceanic designed a patented DYNAMIC ADJUSTMENT feature with a mechanically balanced valve that maintains a preferred breathing resistance throughout the dive. Set it once and it automatically adjusts to make breathing as easy at 30 metres as it is at 5 metres - with no additional manual adjustment.

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EOS fDx10

Comprised of precision-machined components and extensive research and design, the EOS regulator has achieved an incredible feat… life-like breathing. Oceanic’s gifted team of design engineers has included effortless breathing, inhalation effort adjustments, and comfortable second stage swivels and orthodontic mouthpieces into a regulator that you can hold in the palm of your hand. This is far more than just another regulator in the eyes of the Oceanic team, this is a dream come true.

• Dry Valve Technology• Nitrox Compatible• Pneumatically Balanced • Patented Dynamic Adjustment• Diver Adjustable Inhalation• Adjustable Venturi System• Orthodontic Mouthpiece• Swivel System

gT3 CDx5

Set it and forget it. The last thing you need to worry about on a dive is your breathing system. The GT3 puts you in total control with patented Dynamic Adjustment feature. Whether you’re snorkelling to your dive site or working against a current on a deep wreck, you can quickly adjust the GT3 to behave precisely the way you want, and then let it do the work as it automatically readjusts with changes in depth.

• Dry Valve Technology• Patented Dynamic Adjustment• Diver Adjustable Inhalation• Orthodontic Mouthpiece• Nitrox Compatible

YOKE - REEOFDXDIN - REEOFDXD

YOKE - REGT3CDX5DIN - REGTCDXED

“Through my career in the dive industry spanning 40 years, I’ve used and serviced just about every brand of regulator on the market. I have to say

that my Oceanic EOS would have to be the most reliable /easy breathing and value for money regulator that I’ve come across. The swivel on the EOS eliminates jaw fatigue and is so comfortable as there is no pulling on the reg hose as you turn your head.”

Greg RiddellPADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer

All Oceanic, Aeris and Hollis Hardware, comprising Regulators, Octopus Regulators (Octo’s), Buoyancy

Compensators (BC’s), Wings, and Analogue Gauges, when purchased and registered from an Authorised Australian Dealer, can have their warranty upgraded to a Limited Lifetime Warranty (LLW). This LLW will will cover against any defects in materials, workmanship and performance to product specifications for the life of the product. Digital Instrumentation is provided with a 5 year Limited Warranty. For Oceanic Regulators and Octo’s, this Warranty also covers free annual service parts for life. Conditions apply.

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DElTA 4.2 fDx10

Even with the best laid dive plans, there are times you encounter conditions beyond your control. The Delta 4.2 is one hot new regulator ready to take on all challengers with a new stylish look and FDX-10 First Stage featuring DVT ( Dry Valve Technology).

• Diver adjustable inhalation effort• Patented Orthodontic Mouthpiece with high-density bite tabs• Patented Dynamic Adjustment automatically maintains

inhalation effort throughout the dive• Adjustable Venturi Switch (A.V.S.) for simple Dive/Pre-Dive

Adjustment• Inline ball swivel for reduced jaw fatigue and comfort• Paired with the FDX-10 Over-Balanced Diaphragm First Stage

YOKE - REDEBDFDXDIN - REDEBDFDXD

Regulators

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ION lT

The pneumatically balanced demand valve along with a highly responsive design allows the ION regulator to provide a high volume of airflow with even the slightest inhalation effort, making it seem nearly effortless to breathe at any depth. All in a second stage barely wider than the mouthpiece and connected by a swivel to make it comfortable in the mouth. The ION means business as it comes equipped for any type of dive conditions, cold or warm.

• Adjustable venturi switch for dive/pre-dive adjustment• Maxflex hose for increased comfort and reduced jaw fatigue• Nitrox compatible to 40%• Rugged, lightweight 5.4 ounce second stage with extremely small

2.3” wide outer ring• AT600 First Stage• High performance over-balanced diaphragm first stage with an

optional environmental seal.• 4 LP ports, 1 HP ports for streamlined hose placement

YOKE - AE30.1021DIN - AE30.1023ION SECOND STAGE - AE30.0495.07

“The ION feels light in the mouth due to its small size and ABS/Polycarbonate composite construction, plus it’s a great breather, as evidenced by perfect scores on the ANSTI breathing machine.”

Scuba Diving Magazine’s 2008 Scuba Lab Review

212 DC1

Breathe with confidence knowing you have the peak of 30 years of regulator design experience in the 212 Regulator. Paired with the DC1 Swivel 1st stage that is designed to be the best in world performance.

• Pneumatically balanced second stage.• Patented Dynamic Adjustment once set automatically maintains

inhalation effort throughout the dive • Venturi Switch for simple Dive/Pre-Dive modes• High performance over-balanced first stage provides

progressively greater intermediate pressure as depth and gas density increases

• Swivel turret allows for ideal low pressure hose routing • Environmental sealing prevents internal corrosion,

contaminants, and icing of the first stage• Orthodontic Mouthpiece for comfort and reduced jaw fatigue• Nitrox compatible to 40%• Yoke or DIN/300 bar

YOKE - HL240.3154.07, DIN - HL240.3152.07212 SECOND STAGE - HL240.3621DC1 FIRST STAGE - YOKE - 240.3551, DIN - 240.3552

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DVT is a revolutionary regulator technology designed to automatically eliminate moisture and

contaminants from entering your first stage, even if the dust cap is accidentally left off.

DVT eliminates corrosion of critical internal components, bacteria, hose deterioration, and damaged gauges and computers.

Regulators

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210 H-02 TECH REg

With the bulletproof design of the Hollis HP5 first stage the H-O2 Tech Regulator is certified for up to 100% oxygen service thanks to highly specialised component materials and manufacturing processes.

• Cleaned and assembled in a clean room environment with specially designed materials, halocarbon based lubricants and colour-coded for easy identification

• Comes standard with 300 BAR DIN connection and 40” in. /101 cm regulator hose

• Coupled with its outstanding reliability makes this the only choice for technical divers

• Designed to withstand the rigorous CE standard for coldwater performance

• Do not attempt to use this product with enriched air until you have obtained training in Nitrox use with mixtures containing over 40% O2 by volume, from a nationally recognised training agency.

HL240.3751.07210 SECOND STAGE - HL240.3620H-02 FIRST STAGE - HL240.3558

AlPHA 9 SP5

Professional performance, entry-level price. If you believe that you shouldn’t have to sacrifice performance for price, the Alpha 9 is for you. The Alpha 9 is the top-performing regulator in its class, and one of the most affordably priced regulators you can buy.

• The best price-to-performance ratio in its class• Designed to perform to the U.S. Navy’s Class A standards at

198 feet• Inexpensive to maintain• Paired with our SP-5 Sport Piston First Stage with optional DVT

(Dry Valve Technology)• Available with MaxFlex Hose which is a lightweight, flexible,

Braided hose designed to outperform and outlive traditional rubber hoses.

221 DC3

Breathe with confidence knowing you have 30 years of regulator design experience in the 221 Regulator. While pushing the limits on strenuous dives, you can be confident on the performance and reliability of the ultra compact 212 DC3.

• Pneumatically balanced second stage.• Venturi Switch for simple Dive/Pre-Dive modes• High performance over-balanced first stage provides

progressively greater intermediate pressure as depth and gas density increases

• Environmental sealing prevents internal corrosion, contaminants, and icing of the first stage

• Orthodontic Mouthpiece for comfort and reduced jaw fatigue• Nitrox compatible to 40%• Yoke or DIN/300 bar

SIDEMOUNT REgUlATOR KIT

Our SMS regulator kit is designed to take the guessing out when setting up your sidemount regulator configuration.

This new kit includes:• 2 x 6” HP Hoses• 2 x 212 adjustable Regulators• 2 x DC1 overbalanced first stages with 5th port and swivel turret• 2 x Brass SPG 2”• 40” LP hose• 84” LP hose• 2 x Omni Swivel

YOKE - REA9SPSDIN - REA9SP5D

YOKE - HL240.3354.07, DIN - HL240.3355.07221 SECOND STAGE - HL240.3623DC3 FIRST STAGE - YOKE - HL240.3555, DIN - HL240.3556

SIDEMOUNT REGULATOR KIT - HLSRK212 SECOND STAGE - HL240.3621DC1 - HL240.2551BRASS SPG 2” - HL204.231140” LP HOSE - HL204.2382.04084” LP HOSE - AMRE84BKOMNI SWIVEL - HLOMS

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AIR xS2

One is better than two. Combine your alternate air source and BC inflator into one low profile, streamlined package.

• Purchase installed with a new BC or easily add to any BC in minutes

• Compact, integrated design eliminates the bulk of a traditional octopus and hose

• No need to search in an emergency for an octo that is rarely used- the Air XS 2 is always right where you need it

• Ergonomic design for ease of use• Integrated pull-ball (COMPLETE UNIT ONLY) allows activation of

the cable exhaust valve while using the Air XS 2

BCZAXS

AlPHA 9 OCCY

Professional performance, entry-level price. If you believe that you shouldn’t have to sacrifice performance for price, the Alpha 9 is for you. The Alpha 9 is the top-performing regulator in its class, and one of the most affordably priced regulators you can buy.

• The best price-to-performance ratio in its class• Designed to perform to the U.S. Navy’s Class A standards at

198 feet / 60.35 meters• Inexpensive to maintain• Available with MaxFlex Hose which is a lightweight, flexible,

Braided hose designed to outperform and outlive traditional rubber hoses.

321 OCCY

This octopus is designed on the same platform as the high performance 221 2nd stage.

• The Hollis 321 Octopus is a Pneumatically balanced second stage

• Patented Orthodontic Mouthpiece with High-Density Bite Tabs• Ergonomic A.V.S. (Adjustable Venturi System) Dive/Pre-Dive

Switch• High visibility yellow front cover• The Hollis 321 Octopus reg comes standard with a 36in /

91cm yellow hose

REAL90C

HL240.3624

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Occys

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OCTO SwIv

The perfect combination of magnetic attraction and accessibility with the Octo Swiv with Magnetic Keeper. This innovative octo exhibits improved convenience through an extraordinarily easy-to-attach magnetic keeper.

• Magnetic Octo Keeper takes the hassle out of locating and attaching on BC

• Side exhaust creates the ultimate octo design with no upside down

• Inline swivel allows left or right hand side mounting allowing for quick and flexible access

• May be mounted over or under your shoulder• Lies streamlined and flat, reducing drag and tangles on other

equipment• High visibility yellow hose and front cover

A2 OCCY

Built to withstand dive store rental departments. The A2 Octo is rugged yet lightweight and streamlined.

• Conventional second stage without diver adjustment• Rugged and dependable • Dependable Downstream Demand Valve• ABS/Polycarbonate Composite• Yellow Hose & Purge Cover for Easy ID• Compact and Lightweight• Diameter 2.9” (7.4 cm), Weight 6 oz (170 g)• MaxFlex Hose• Nitrox Compatible to 40%

SECOND AIR

Keep a low profile. A super streamlined alternate air source that sits flat to reduce drag and prevent tangles.

• Flat design reduces drag and bulk• Tough housing and rubber front cover will provide years of

trouble-free diving• Large high visibility purge button is easily identified in an

emergency• High visibility yellow hose• Now available with MaxFlex Hose which is a lightweight,

flexible, Braided hose designed to outperform and outlive traditional rubber hoses.

RESWOM

AE30.0210RES02

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The Octopus or Alternate Air Source is a necessary evil. They’re rarely used, but invaluable if you need one. Oceanic

introduces the perfect combination of magnetic attraction and accessibility with the Octo exhibits improved convenience through an extraordinarily easy-to-attach Magnetic keeper. No more clips. No more Velcro. no more fumbling.

Occys

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1. OMNI SwIvEl

• For Standard Hoses w/out swivel - 2nd Stage Swivel accessory

• Compatible with all models without swivel attachment

HLOMS

2. DIN CONvERTINg YOKE

• Quickly adapts your Din first stage to Yoke only valves

• Marine grade brass with polished chrome plated finish

REZDYCO

3. DIN fITTINg

• Converts your Yoke First stages to Din

• Marine Grade Brass construction

• Available for Oceanic, Hollis & Aeris first stages

REZDF

4. fIxED ElbOw

• 90 degree adaptor for use between second stage and LP hose

• Allows easy hose routing down

REZ

5. CUMfO bITE MOUTHPIECE

• Reduces jaw fatigue• 100% Silicone• Allows the jaw to relax, and

the mouthpiece to rest more lightly rest in the mouth

• The most comfortable mouthpiece available

• Available in black and clear

REZMPCU

6. RUbbER MOUTHPIECE STANDARD

• Generic regulator mouthpiece to fit all regulators

• Rubber construction

REZMPBR

7. OCEANIC ORTHODONTIC MOUTHPIECE

• Accommodates the natural overbite of the human jaw

• Reduces jaw fatigue• 100% Silicone

REZMP

8. ORTHO MOUTHPIECE

• Accommodates the natural overbite of the human jaw

• Reduces jaw fatigue• 100% Silicone

REZMPC

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Regulator Accessories

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9. EOS/DElTA MOUTHPIECE

• 100% Silicone mouthpiece• Suit the Oceanic Eos & Delta

mouthpiece

REZMPED

10. MOUTHPIECE PROTECTOR

• Holds your 2nd Stage regulator in place and protects your mouthpiece

• Snap clip attachment point• Available in yellow or green

ACMP

11. NECKlACE

• Keep alternate air source close to the mouth for instant availability

• Favoured by technical divers• 100% Silicone

BLACK - ACNLMBKYELLOW - ACNLSYL

12. HOSE PROTECTOR SlEEvES

• Protect all hoses at the critical wear points

• Available singularly or in a pack of 12

04.1132

13 REgUlATOR DUST CAP

• Protects against water, dirt and dust entering your first stage

• Snug sealing rubber design

6560TO FIT FDX10 - 6878

14. DIN DUST CAP

• Durable plastic cover for regulator valves with DIN fitting

• Protects and prevents

FEMALE - ACDCAFMALE - ACDCAM

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features & functions eos dELta 4.2 gt 3 ion lt 212 221 alPHa 9 210ValveType DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND

Adjustment KNOB/PRE-DIVESWITCH

KNOB/PRE-DIVESWITCH KNOB KNOB/PRE-DIVE

SWITCHKNOB/PRE-DIVE

SWITCH PRE-DIVESWITCH N/A N/A

BalancingSystem PNEUMATIC MECHANICAL MECHANICAL PNEUMATIC PNEUMATIC PNEUMATIC N/A N/A

IntegratedPurgeButton YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

Mouthpiece ORTHODONTICW/TABS

ORTHODONTICW/TABS ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC

W/TABSORTHODONTICW/TABS

ORTHODONTICW/TABS ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC

W/TABS

NitroxCompatibility STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO100%

Ambidextrous NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO

IntegratedSwivel YES NO NO NO NO NO NO NO

Weight(withouthose) 6.4OUNCES 6.8OUNCES 5.8OUNCES 5.4OUNCES 6.7OUNCES 5.7OUNCES 6OUNCES 6.0OUNCES

Dimensions(frontprofile) 2.65INCHES 2.67INCHES 2.67INCHES 2.3INCHES 2.65INCHES 2.65INCHES 2.9INCHES 2.78INCHES

MinimumCrackingEffort DIVERADJUSTABLE DIVERADJUSTABLE DIVERADJUSTABLE DIVERADJUSTABLE DIVERADJUSTABLE 1.5CIW 1.1CIW 1.5

FactorySetInhalationEffort 0.0-2.5CIW 0.0-2.5CIW 0.0-2.5CIW 0.0-2.5CIW 0.0-2.5CIW 1.5-2.0CIW 1.2-1.4CIW 1.5-2.0CIW

WorkofBreathing 0.86Joules 0.90Joules 0.98Joules 0.88Joules 0.86Joules 1.1Joules 1.7Joules 1.23Joules

FirstStage FDX-10DVT FDX-10DVT CDX-5DVT AT600 DC-1 DC-3 SP5 H-02

LimitedLifetime/FreePartsReplacementProgram

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

features & functions

ValveType BALANCEDDIAPHRAGM

BALANCEDDIAPHRAGM

BALANCEDDIAPHRAGM

BALANCEDDIAPHRAGM

BALANCEDDIAPHRAGM

UNBALANCEDPISTON

UNBALANCEDPISTON

PrimaryMaterial FORgEDMARINEBRASS MARINEBRASS FORgEDMARINE

BRASS MARINEBRASS MARINEBRASS MARINEBRASS MARINEBRASS

LowPressurePorts 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

HighPressurePorts 2 2 1 2 1 1 1

DVT(DryValveTechnology) YES YES NO NO NO YES NO

NitroxCompatibility STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO100%

DINFitting OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL STANDARD STANDARD OPTIONAL STANDARD300BAR

SwivelTurret NO NO NO YES NO NO NO

SealedValveDesign YES YES YES YES YES NO NO

EnvironmentalProtection YES YES YES YES YES NO NO

Weight 0.79Kg 0.82Kg 0.82Kg 0.99Kg 0.87Kg 0.74Kg 1.14Kg

FactorySetIntermediatePressureRange 138-142PSI 138-142PSI 138-142PSI 138-142PSI 138-142PSI 140-145PSI 140-145PSI

PressureDrop 9PSI 20.1PSI 9PSI 20PSI 20PSI 13PSI 13PSI

LimitedLifetime/FreePartsReplacementProgram YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

dc1 dc3 sP5 H-02

second stage

first stage

fdX10 cdX5 at600

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occYs

features & functions octo swiv air Xs2 321 occY alPHa 9 a2 occY second airValveType DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND DEMAND

Adjustment N/A N/A PREDIVESWITCH N/A N/A N/A

BalancingSystem N/A N/A PNEUMATIC N/A N/A N/A

IntegratedPurgeButton YES YES YES YES YES YES

Mouthpiece ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC STANDARD

NitroxCompatibility STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40% STANDARDTO40%

Ambidextrous YES NO NO NO NO NO

IntegratedSwivel YES NO NO NO NO NO

Weight(withouthose) 5.8OUNCES 7.9OUNCES 5.7OUNCES 6OUNCES 6OUNCES 5.1OUNCES

Dimensions(frontprofile) 3INCHES 3.9INCHES 2.65INCHES 2.9INCHES 2.9INCHES 3.4INCHES

MinimumCrackingEffort 1.5CIW 1.5CIW 1.5CIW 1.1CIW 1.1CIW 1.5CIW

FactorySetInhalationEffort 1.5-2.0CIW 1.6-2.2CIW 1.5-2.0CIW 1.2-1.4CIW 1.2-1.5CIW 1.5-2.0CIW

WorkofBreathing 2.17Joules 2.86Joules 1.1Joules 1.47Joules 1.23Joules 2.76Joules

LimitedLifetime/FreePartsReplacementProgram

YES YES YES YES YES YES

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PRISM 2

The Prism2 is a fully closed circuit Rebreather, ideal for exploring open ocean, cave, or wrecks. This unit can be electronically or manually controlled which means you choose how you want the loop PPo2 maintained. includes shoulder mounted counter lungs and rear mounted radial scrubber which provide easy breathing with low resistive effort and low hydrostatic loading. The standard kit includes an electronic secondary control and primary LED displays with a backplate/wing assembly that provides a complete kit ready to dive out of the box. Unit can also be purchased with or without tanks/valves.

• Electronic CCR (Closed Circuit Rebreather)• Sealed electronics• Radial scrubber design provides lower resistive breathing effort and more

efficient scrubber use• Primary HDD (Heads-Down Display) is a battery driven sequential LED for

continuous hands-free monitoring• Over the shoulder counterlungs for decreased work of breathing• O2 supply lines and solenoid are external from the breathing loop -

removing the risk of O2 spikes due to O2 connection leaks. O2 is safely vented into the surrounding water column.

• Pre-dive user selectable PO2 setpoints• Standard Diluent and O2 bottle size: 19 cuft (2.7 liters). Accommodates

13 cuft (1.9 liters), 19 cuft (2.7 liters), and 30 cuft (4.4 liters).• Electronics and the battery are housed on their own outside of the

breathing loop• 40 hour battery life (in 70F water temp) with standard 9V alkaline battery• Purge drains at the base of each counterlung• Waterproof magnetic slide on/off switch used for reliability• 3 redundant O2 sensors for reliable O2 management• Sealed electronics

HL240.6500

HOw IT wORKSThe Prism 2 gains gas efficiency by circulating breathing gas in a breathing loop, unlike an open circuit SCUBA system that dumps the exhaled gas with each breath. The Prism 2 maintains safe oxygen levels, removes CO2 from the breathing loop, and delivers warm breathing gas to the diver.

The Prism 2 accomplishes this through the following breathing loop cycle:

1. The Oxygen and Diluent (air, trimix or heliox) tanks provide the source gas.

2. Exhaled gas enters the breathing loop, and a one-way valve inside the Dive Shutoff Valve (DSV) directs the breath to the righ side counterlung.

3. The right side counterlung is the location of the manual oxygen addition valve and system over pressure relief valve.

4. The exhales gas then enters the scrubber cannister where the carbon dioxide is removed.

5. Gas leaving the scrubber passes the three (3) O2 sensors which analyze the breathing mix, and the Prism 2 electronics add oxygen as required.

6. The breathing gas passes through the left side counterlung where the manual diluent addition valve is located, and maintained gas volume is available for breathing.

7. Gas leaving the left counterlung travels again through a one-way valve in the Dive Shutoff Valve (DSV).

8. The gas is inhaled by the diver, and the next exhalation begins the cycle again.

“... I was pleasantly surprised at how well this unit handled under some heavy usage. For those who remember the Prism Topaz, the new Hollis Prism 2 is a newer, refined version of the old work horse. Hollis has made it clear

that they have wanted to keep the main design of the original Prism Topaz as it was such a reliable and hardwearing unit. I got the opportunity to test the unit in some caves in Mexico and Florida. At first I was concerned about the size of the unit, however, it handled quite well in small, tight areas. It is an easy unit to assemble and check. The fact that it is running a Shearwater Predator as the controller is a huge plus for the unit. WOB (work of breathing) is good and compares well to most other front mounted counterlung units. The biggest advantage of the unit is its reliability. I have dived 80 hours on the unit and I still have not had a single problem with it, which is quite impressive.”

Rubens MonacoPADI Instructor TrainerTDI Instructor Trainer

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ExPlORER

The Hollis Explorer is a true recreational Rebreather. The unit is neither a fully closed circuit Rebreather nor a pure semi-closed system, but an intelligent hybrid that utilizes the best of both worlds. Its compact, lightweight and extremely easy to use. The Explorer is unique in using a single gas; Nitrox, and is electronically controlled to achieve an optimal balance of PPO2 and dive time. Plug and Play absorbent cartridges, easy guided setup with go or no go, CO2 tracking, and 2 hour design duration make this a dream for any recreational diver. The Explorer diver will benefit from breathing warm gas, have lots of bottom time, and since it does not produce any invasive bubbles, see more sea life than ever before.

• Scrubber thermal monitoring and CO2 sensing assures good gas in the breathing loop

• PPO2 intelligently controlled for a proper balance of PP02 and bottom time

• Automated dive data logging• Back mounted counterlungs with streamlined cover to offer good

protection• Modular component design makes it easy to setup and clean• Choice of BC: either traditional Jacket or Back inflate style• Nitrox Electronically Controlled Hybrid - uses readily available Nitrox in

32-40%• Simple user interface is easy to learn and easy to dive• Automated Pre-dive Setup assures the Explorer is prepared for the dive• Automated Breathing Loop control gives minimal bubbling and

hydrostatically controlled bouyancy• Bail-out mouthpiece gives a quick one handed operation from closed

circuit to open circuit• Simple Green or Red primary display

HL240.7000

coming soon

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* See full terms and conditions on the Oceanic diving Australia website.**Trip also includes return fl ights for 2 people Ex. Cairns, Brisbane or Sydney to Kavieng. Courtesy of Dive Adventures.

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Send us a photo of your favourite diving experience for your chance to win fantastic prizes and of course have your photo featured in Divelog Magazine as the Oceanic “Diver of the Month.” Simply send us a photo of you or your buddies, above or below water, for your chance to win not only “Diver of the Month”, but also the “Oceanic Diver of the Year”!

The “Diver of the Year” wins a fabulous tropical holiday! Including; 7 nights, fl ights**, all meals, 10 x Dives, for two people! Staying in the premium bungalow at Nusa Island diving retreat, PNG. The winning photo is also published in Divelog magazine and Oceanic’s Facebook page.

The winner of “Diver of the Year” will be selected from one of the 12 monthly winners at the end of the competition period by Oceanic Diving Australia.

Any diver is free to enter their photos of themselves or their buddy into the “Diver of the Month” competition.* “Diver of the Month” winners will receive an awesome monthly prize from Oceanic, as well as a year’s subscription to Sportdiving magazine!

Email your high resolution photo to [email protected] along with a short description about the image and your contact details. Competition runs for 12 months from October 2012 to October 2013. Diver of the year will be drawn in November 2013. All photos entries will be placed on our Facebook page. Oceanic Diving Australia will select the winner of Diver of the month at the end of each month.

WIN!TOTAL PRIZE VALUE OVER$6,000features benefits

features benefits

features benefits

features benefits

features benefitsElectronicallyormanuallycontrolledPPO2

YouchoosehowyouwantloopPPO2maintained

Keyedonewayassemblyforbreathingloop

Assurescorrectgasflowdirection

Radialscrubber Easybreathingwithlowresis-tiveeffort

Shouldermountedcounterlungs Easybreathingwithlowhydrostaticloading

3.5litersplitcounterlungs Inhaleandexhalecounterlungsforhighworkloads

Counterlungdrains Easytoremovewaterduringadive

Allgaslinesexternaltothebreathingloop

PreventsleaksfromaffectingthePPo2

Automaticdiluentadditionvalve

Addsdiluentduringdescentorwhentheloopvolumeislow

Manualdiluentadditionvalve Addsonboardoroffboarddiluentforloopflushing

Inlineshutofffordiluentavailable

Helpstomaintainhighlevelofoxygenduringdecompression

Manualoxygenadditionvalve ManuallycontroloxygenPPo2

Constantflowoxygenvalveavailable

Fixedorificeandflowadjust-ablevalvesavailable

Divershutoffvalvew/waterpurge

Easyonehandedbreathingloopshutoff

Bailoutvalveoption Highperformanceopencircuitbailout

LargeOLEDSecondaryDisplay Easytoread,evenforyourbuddy

PPo2monitoringofthreesensors

Continuousdisplayofeachsensor’sPPo2,mvreadingeasytoaccess

Automaticsetpointswitching SetshallowanddeepPPo2

TruePIDoxygensetpointcontroller

VerytightPPo2control,aggres-siveaddsifneededonascent

Variable02%forcalibration Uselessthan99.9%oxygensupply,PSAoxygen,oraircal

Air,Nitrox,TrimixandHeliox Readyforanydiveplan

Closedcircuit,5gases Supportsdiluentswitching

Opencircuit,5gases Supportsmulti-gasmixdiveplans

2buttonpushOCbailoutIfyouhavetoleavetheloop,quicklyswitchestobailoutsupport

gradientfactorsconservatism goldstandardofconservatism

UserenteredgF Easytosetpersonalpreference

Easytoread&simpletouseLargealphanumericdisplaywithgreen,yellowandredstatusmessaging

Adaptivemenus Displayswhatyouneedtoknow

Batterywarnings Solenoidorsecondarydisplaylowbatterywarnings

Secondarydisplaybatteryvoltage

Diagnostictool

Solenoidbatteryvoltage Diagnostictool

CNSTracking%CNSbasedonrealtime

oxygenexposure

Automaticbacklight conservesbattery

Flipscreen leftorrightsideuse

SoftwareupdateviawebSoftwareupdatesareveryavailable

BluetoothDivelogdownloadandsoftwareupdates

Divelogsoftware graphicdisplaysofdivedata

IntegralharnessandBCorbackplatestandard Readytodiveoutofthebox

10lbintegratedquickreleaseweightpockets 20lbsofweightifneeded

Buoyancycompensatorprovides45lb.oflift

Reducedliftattop,increasedliftlow

Fullrangeofwings/harness Ultimatecustomisation

Accepts13,19,or30cu.ft.cylinders Flexiblegasmanagement

EyelevelLEDPrimarydisplay Easytomonitorsystemstatus

DisplaysPPO2foreachoxygensensor

UsedtocontrolPPo2manually,assureelectronicssystemisnominal

200hourbatterylife(3.6vSAAFTbattery)

Longintervalsbetweenopen-ingthebatterycompartment/readilyavailable

Lowbatterywarning Advisesrequirementtoreplacebattery

Externalpowerswitch Easytopoweron

PushbuttonO2calibration Easytocalibrate

Solenoidisexternaltothebreathingloop

Preventsaccidentalgasaddsduetoafailedseal

Solenoidhousinghasoverpres-sureprotection

Preventsgasspacefromdamageifthesolenoidfailstocontaingas

Solenoidprotectedwith25uḀfilter

Keepsparticulatematterfromdamagingthesolenoidseal

(2)9valkalinebatteries Readilyavailablecommercialofftheshelfbattery

45+hourbatterylifeEnoughfor15divesat3hourseach,longerdurationwithmanualoxygenaddition

SolenoidbatteryvoltagedisplayedinOLEDsecondary

Diagnostictool

Batteryhousingisexternaltothebreathingloop

AmusttoprotectthediverfromharmfulbatterygassesintheeventofaḀflood

Batteryhousinghasoverpres-sureprotection

ProtectstheuserandhousingintheeventofḀflooding

breatHing looP

oled secondarY disPlaY

Prism 2

buoYancY comPensator & Harness

led PrimarY disPlaY

solenoid - batterY - sensors

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Join us on facebook/OceanicDivingAustraliaVisit our website www.oceanicaus.com.au

* See full terms and conditions on the Oceanic diving Australia website.**Trip also includes return fl ights for 2 people Ex. Cairns, Brisbane or Sydney to Kavieng. Courtesy of Dive Adventures.

www.diveadventures.com.au www.facebook.com/scubakavieng

Send us a photo of your favourite diving experience for your chance to win fantastic prizes and of course have your photo featured in Divelog Magazine as the Oceanic “Diver of the Month.” Simply send us a photo of you or your buddies, above or below water, for your chance to win not only “Diver of the Month”, but also the “Oceanic Diver of the Year”!

The “Diver of the Year” wins a fabulous tropical holiday! Including; 7 nights, fl ights**, all meals, 10 x Dives, for two people! Staying in the premium bungalow at Nusa Island diving retreat, PNG. The winning photo is also published in Divelog magazine and Oceanic’s Facebook page.

The winner of “Diver of the Year” will be selected from one of the 12 monthly winners at the end of the competition period by Oceanic Diving Australia.

Any diver is free to enter their photos of themselves or their buddy into the “Diver of the Month” competition.* “Diver of the Month” winners will receive an awesome monthly prize from Oceanic, as well as a year’s subscription to Sportdiving magazine!

Email your high resolution photo to [email protected] along with a short description about the image and your contact details. Competition runs for 12 months from October 2012 to October 2013. Diver of the year will be drawn in November 2013. All photos entries will be placed on our Facebook page. Oceanic Diving Australia will select the winner of Diver of the month at the end of each month.

WIN!TOTAL PRIZE VALUE OVER$6,000

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“I’ve been using Oceanic gear for more than 12 years now, my current set up is a Hollis HD100 BCD, EOS FDX10 1st and

second stage, Alpha 8 Octopus and an OC1 Dive watch computer. I highly recommend this gear to all my students for comfort, ease of breathing, the OC1 is just the best computer watch on the market. I just got back from a trip to Truk Lagoon and reached a depth of 63.5 meters using this gear and it feels no different than diving a depth of just 10 meters.”

Andrew CarneyPADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer

OC1

The Oceanic OC1 is an advanced all-in-one dive computer featuring Oceanic’s exclusive Dual Algorithm, wireless air-integration, digital compass, and so much more. All in a strong, lightweight titanium housing.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm™• Wireless Air Integrated Technology• Forged Titanium Body with 660 ft / 200 m depth rating• Advanced Digital Compass with North, Reference, Auto Home,

and Declination Adjustment• Switch between 3 independent transmitters, with up to 3 nitrox

mixes to 100% O2• Advanced watch functions including alternate time zone,

stopwatch, lap timer, daily alarm, and countdown timer• Gauge Mode with Run-Timer and User Upgradeable Firmware• User Upgradeable Firmware

COMPLETE - COOCCWATCH ONLY - COOCW

Dg 05

DG05 is a technical dive computer for the growing technical diver. Benefit from the only Trimix dive computer capable of monitoring up to 4 independent transmitters. Includes a vibrant OLED display and the freedom of a variable decompression model VGM all encased in a rugged mil-spec aluminum case.

• Ready for anything, from air to trimix, OC,SCR and CCR capable• Simple to use menu system with easy to read Icons and auto

detect functions• Optocon (IR transmission of PO2/PC link) No more wet connectors• VGM algorithm allows you to customize your parameters or mimic

other commercial algorithms on your own• Automatically switch to large graphics mode - menu bar

disappears after a few seconds and the primary dive information fills the screen

• OC / CC pin upgrade available to unlock more features

OC - HL204.2362CC - HL204.2363OC / CC PIN UPGRADE - HL204.2364.01

All Oceanic, Aeris and Hollis digital instrumentation when purchased and registered from an Authorised Australian Dealer, can have their warranty upgraded to a 5 year period.

This warranty will cover against any defects in materials, craftmanship and performance to product specifications for 5 years. Conditions apply.

Because the Dual Algorithm allows you to adjust the algorithm basis and its conservatism, you can adjust to closely match just about any other dive computer on the market, allowing you and any buddy to always dive in sync. Diving the same profile increases safety for both divers, and eliminates the need for one person to conduct a much longer or deeper stop when buddying with someone wearing a more liberal dive computer. You can’t control which dive computer your buddy wears, but you can control your ability to dive the same profile.

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duaL aLgorithM Choose the one dive computer that’s liberal, conservative or middle-of-the-road. Oceanic’s new range of computers let you choose the decompression algorithm that best suits your diving needs without compromising safety. Liberal Recreational Diving - The Pelagic DSAT Algorithm safely maximizes dive time for repetitive, multi-level recreational diving. This algorithm relies on the human Doppler studies used to develop PADI’s Recreational Dive Planner (RDP), and has been the basis of Oceanic’s and other manufacturer’s computer algorithms for many years. Liberal Repetitive Deep and Decompression Diving - The Pelagic Z+ uses the Buhlmann ZHL-16C database, which was conducted to meet the more rigorous demands of repetitive, cold-water decompression diving at altitude. The Pelagic Z+ mode maximizes dive times at depth without penalties.

digitaL CoMPaSS Advanced Digital Compass with North, Reference, Auto Home, and Declination Adjustment offers the ultimate in on unit navigation.

dEEP StoPBoth the DSAT and Pelagic Z+ Algorithms allow (user ON/OFF option) credit for deep stops for No-Decompression dives in keeping with the data of Morroni et al (2004) and Bennett et al (2007). No penalty is given if the diver skips the deep stop, but it is strongly recommended that a shallow safety stop be made with or without the deep stop in keeping with the experiments of Pilmanis (1975). It is important to note that neither algorithm provides deep stops for decompression dives since there is ample experimental data [Blatteau et al (2005), Gerth et al (2007), and Gutvik et al (2007)] that indicate that this practice often produces an increase in the risk of DCS.

PatEntEd air tiME rEMaining aLgorithM Our patented Air Time Remaining feature calculates your current depth, breathing rate, cylinder pressure, ascent time, and decompression status to tell you exactly how much time you can remain underwater.

turn-around PrESSurE aLarM A unique patent-pending feature that allows you to pre-program an audible reminder when you reach 70 to 205 bar in 5 bar increments. This helps ensure that you return to your exit point with plenty of air.

audibLE aLarM Our computers feature a variety of system and user customised audible alarms, alerting you to situations that pose a potential danger, or simply serve as a convenient reminder.

audibLE aLarM aCknoWLEdgEMEnt Once triggered, the alarm will sound continuously for 10 seconds. The alarm’s job is to get your attention so that you look at the computer. Once it does that, simply press the button and it will stop.

air or nitrox Our Computers act simply as ‘Air’ computers until you tell it otherwise, and you will always have the option to dive Nitrox whether that is this weekend or 2 years down the track.

adJuStabLE oCEangLo® baCkLighting Backlighting may be adjusted before the dive or “on-the-fly” underwater for brightness as well as full-time or on demand use.

on-unit Log book This feature includes on-unit data storage capacity for up to 24 dives. Date and time stamp makes locating and viewing a specific dive quick and easy.

hiStorY ModE Displays accumulative information for up to 9999 dives, 9999 dive hours and the maximum depth achieved. History information is maintained indefinitely, even if the battery is replaced.

oCEanLog® doWnLoad & SEttingS uPLoad intErFaCE OceanLog Interface is an exquisitely detailed digital dive log. OceanLog allows you to easily transfer dive data from your Dive Computer to your Computer via a plug-in USB cable. Following download, your dive data is automatically formatted for easy viewing, sorting, analysis, and printing. Enter location, dive buddy and your notes and you’ve instantly created your own digital logbook.

WirELESS air intEgration A transmitter threaded into the first stage high pressure port continuously sends cylinder pressure data to the computer. Frequencies are individually coded to allow multiple divers to swim side by side without interference from other units.

advanCEd FrEE divE ModE This mode allows the diver to calculate and track Nitrogen Tissue Loading, allowing you to switch between SCUBA dives and Free dives on the same dive day.

no dECo SaFEtY StoP ProMPt An audible and visual alarm to remind you as you approach your programmed no decompression safety stop depth and an automatic timer counts down to zero. As in any other dive mode, you still have access to other pieces of information, and there is no penalty should you choose to disregard the safety stop.

aLPhanuMEriC diSPLaY An alphanumeric “Message Box” is incorporated into the display to provide text and numeric readouts in simple, unambiguous terms. Imagine beginning an ascent, and as the ascent speed increases, hearing a warning beep as the message box alerts with the words “TOO FAST”.

autoMatiC aLtitudE CoMPEnSation Your computer will automatically compensate for altitude dives up to 14,000 feet, giving adjusted no-decompression times and depths. It can also automatically recalibrate the depth displays for freshwater instead of seawater above 2,000 feet.

divEr rEPLaCEabLE battEriES All Oceanic computers and transmitters feature diver replaceable batteries. This can be a real trip-saver on board a liveaboard boat!

PErSonaL ConSErvativE FaCtor adJuStMEnt When the Conservative Factor is set On, the no-decompression limit times are reduced to values equivalent to those that would be available at the next higher 3000 foot (915 metre) altitude.

gaugE ModE Divers using advanced breathing gas may utilise Oceanic computers as an advanced air integrated digital depth gauge and bottom timer with detailed PC Interface.

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ATOM 3.0

The ATOM 3.0 is equally at home when worn with wetsuit or a three-piece suit. Don’t be deceived by its easy to read display and intuitive user interface -- this small format powerhouse delivers all the bells and whistles you would expect from Oceanic.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm® • 4 Operating Modes: WATCH (Alternate Time, Chrono, Daily

Alarm, Countdown Timer), NORM (Air and Nitrox), GAUGE (with run timer) and FREE (tracks calculations to allow switching between NORM and Free)

• Switch between 3 independent transmitters, with up to 3 nitrox mixes to 100% O2

• Safety stop - auto (with adjustable stop time and depth) + manual (run timer)

• Single button access to “Last Dive” display and Data Retention - allows between dive battery replacement

A300 AI

AERIS goals in the development of the A300 AI where advanced features for today’s technically-savvy diver, yet come out-of-the-box-simple for new or less frequent divers, dual algorithm with deep stop, uncluttered operational displays with large, easy-to-read digits, expanded green, yellow and red bar graphs provide critical data at-a-glance”, intuitive user interface with dot-matrix menu and Step Back”, universal icons, innovative Extras” shortcut, preview, custom dive mode display, designed, manufactured and tested IN THE USA. AERIS has met these goals with the new A300 AI Air Integrated Computer Console with Digital Compass!

• Powered by Dual Algorithm®

• 3-Axis Digital Compass with Full Tilt Compensation• Up to 4 Nitrox mixes - each with individual PO2 set points• Customize your dive mode display with multiple data options• Confirm common pre-dive settings - defined by the user• Firmware Update Ready

vT 4.1

The Oceanic VT4.1 takes yet another step forward in continuing a reputation of ruggedness and reliability while making advancements in PDC usability. Out-of-the-box ready for your dive today and ready to follow you onto more advanced dives in the future. With Oceanic’s wireless transmitter, the diver can also monitor gas pressure from up to three independent cylinders – ideal for both technical diving applications and recreational diving.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm®

• Switch between up to 4 independent wireless transmitters, tracking multiple Nitrox mixes

• 3-Axis Digital Compass with Full Tilt Compensation• Improved user-interface with Step Back allows for easy settings

preview and for settings to be changed while viewing the menus• Customize your dive mode display with multiple data options• Confirm common pre-dive settings – defined by the user• Access custom Shortcut; your choice of display, setting or function

PRO PlUS 2.1

Supersize it. This classic PDC features the largest display available and our patented Air Time Remaining calculations built right in. The Pro Plus 2.1 is “air-integrated”, constantly monitoring your cylinder pressure and comparing it with your personal air consumption rate and decompression status to deliver your personal Dive Time Remaining based on the most limiting factor.

• “Ending” pressure alarm ensures that you return to your exit point with a predetermined reserve

• Simulator incorporates your personal air consumption rate• Now with OceanLog Software included with Settings Upload.

Optional USB Cable sold separately• Increased download memory from 256k to 512k - offers storage

for approximately the same number of dives, however now includes cylinder pressure with every sample point.

• Data Retention - maintains calculations indefinitely when the battery is changed

STANDARD - CODXP2.1DELUXE - CODXP2.1C

COMPLETE - COAT3CWATCH ONLY - COAT3W

AE10.6202

COMPLETE - COVT4CWATCH ONLY - COVT4W

“The A300 AI was awarded Scuba Diving Magazine’s SCUBALAB Testers Choice 2012 award.”

Scuba Diving Magazine 2012

Ann Mecklem

“Being a dive instructor, I take great comfort in the reliability of

my Oceanic scuba gear. I enjoy the ease of breathing from my EOS regulator and absolutely love the many features of my VT4 dive computer and I’m still amazed they even managed to put a digital compass on it. ”

Ann MecklemPADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer

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OCS

The OCS is an advanced wrist watch dive computer featuring Oceanic’s exclusive Dual Algorithm®, advanced digital compass, and intuitive menus and settings. Additionally, the OCS may be programmed for up to three Nitrox mixes and features Firmware Auto-Update to install operational improvements or even new features through the optional PC Interface kit.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm® with Deep Stop• Intuitive User Interface with “Step Back” – allows forward and

backward navigation through menus and settings• Digital Compass with North, Reference, Auto Home, and

Declination Adjustment• Composite Case with Stainless Steel Case Back and Bezel• Switch between up to 3 Nitrox gas mixes to 100% O2• Air, Nitrox, Gauge, and Free Modes• Firmware Update Ready

vEO 3.0

The Oceanic VEO 3.0 Dive Computer continues Oceanic’s tradition of designing rugged, feature-rich personal dive computers that are intuitively easy to use and reasonably priced. Featuring Oceanic’s exclusive Dual Algorithm, 2-Nitrox Mix Compatibility, Audible Alarms, 3-Button Interface with settings “Step Back”, and so much more. All in a strong, lightweight “hockey-puck” module for your wrist or console.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm™• 3 Operating Modes: NORM (Air and Nitrox), GAUGE (with run

timer) and FREE (tracks calculations to allow switching between NORM and Free). Switch between up to 2 Nitrox mixes to 100% O2 with no restriction (Gas 1 may be up to 100%, and may be less or greater than Gas 2)

• Stop times < 3 minutes - displays minutes & seconds• Deep Stop with Countdown Timer – Maybe turned on or off. 2

minute countdown at half your max depth, for dives greater than 80 ft / 25m

NAVCON - COV3NCOMBO - COV3CWRIST - COV3W

COOCS

All Oceanic, Aeris and Hollis digital instrumentation when purchased and registered

from an Authorised Australian Dealer, can have their warranty upgraded to a 5 year period. This warranty will cover against any defects in materials, craftmanship and performance to product specifications for 5 years. Conditions apply.

Our Sophisticated Personal Dive Computers feature Wireless Air Integration

technology. A transmitter threaded into the first stage high-pressure port continuously sends cylinder pressure data to the dive computer. Frequencies are individually coded to allow multiple divers to swim side by side without interference with other units. Because the transmitter and display module are independent and separately powered units, the dive computer may also be easily used as a stand alone, non-air integrated dive computer.

Our patented Air Time Remaining feature calculates

your current depth, breathing rate, cylinder pressure, ascent time, and decompression status to tell you exactly how much time you can remain underwater.

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f.10

The AERIS F.10 was designed by freedivers for freedivers. Martin Stepanek, of Freediving Instructors International, who worked with us to develop the original, was also instrumental in defining and testing these new features as well.

• Freedive Mode Main displays Depth and Elapsed Dive Time with access to either a pre-set countdown timer or lap timer

• User defined surface recovery timer, repeating elapsed dive time alarm, repeating depth interval alarm and 3 max depth alarms - with flashing LED and auto-backlight illumination

• 99 dive log with Max Depth, EDT, Surface Interval• History Mode including total EDT and number of dives, Max depth

ever with its EDT, Longest EDT ever with its Max Depth, Average Max Depth, EDT, and number of dives per day

• Digital watch functions including alternate time zone, chronograph, daily alarm, and countdown timer

• User settable depth activation for shallow water training

AE10.5846

“The AERIS F.10 was designed by freedivers for freedivers. It has many freediving specific features including a wide variety of convenient alarms. It’s ideally suited for all types of breath-hold diving, spearfishing or freediving, recreational to competitive. I’ve personally been diving with this computer for the past 14 months and find the repetitive depth alarm to be of specific value as it can track each atmosphere. The F.10 also features a surface interval alarm which is very beneficial during my interval training for competitive freediving. It has a unique safety feature of an on-going stopwatch so whilst in-water my running time does not get erased if the computer becomes submerged- unlike with any other freediving computer. Right now, this is simply the best freediving computer on the market - period.”

Martin StepanekMultiple World Record HolderF.I.I. Founder

vEO 2.0

Brimming with all the tech and performance features serious divers seek and Oceanic’s trademark ease-of-use, the Veo 2.0 could not only be your first PDC, but the last you’ll ever need. The Veo 2.0 is a relatively basic computer, but comes with features including a a full menu of audible and visual alarms for everything from nitrox settings to depth, time and deco status. The Veo 2.0 features large, easy-to-read digits and well-designed bar graphs to make monitoring your ascent rate and nitrogen loading easy.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm®

• 3 Operating Modes: NORM (Air and Nitrox), GAUGE (with run timer) and FREE (tracks calculations to allow switching between NORM and Free)

• 2 Operating Buttons allow “Step Forward” and “Fast Scroll” Interface for streamlined access and setting of personal options

• Air or single Nitrox mix to 50% O2• Firmware Auto-Update

NAVCON - COV2NCOMBO - COV2CWRIST - COV2W

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gEO 2.0

Quality, Function and Style. The GEO 2.0 has an upgraded look with a stainless steel accent ring and new color combination – and now includes Dual Algorithm, Deep Stop option and a redesigned user interface with “Step Back” – which allows forward and backward navigation through menus and settings. • Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm®

• 4 Operating Modes: WATCH (Alternate Time, Chrono, Daily Alarm, Countdown Timer), NORM (Air and Nitrox), GAUGE (with run timer) and FREE (tracks calculations to allow switching between NORM and Free)

• Switch between up to 2 Nitrox mixes to 100% O2 with no restriction

• Stop times <3 minutes - displays minutes & seconds• Single button access to “Last Dive” display• Firmware Auto-Update

Dg 02

Digital Bottom Timer and Nitrox Computer. DG 02 can be used in two modes; Digital Bottom Timer or Nitrox Dive Computer with Hollis Z+ Algorithm.

• Digital Bottom Timer or Nitrox Computer• 400 fsw (120 msw) max operating depth• User replaceable battery• On/Off Audible Alarms with Flashing LED• Backlight for use in low visibility• 2 operation modes Digital Bottom Timer or Nitrox Dive Computer• Hollis Z+ Algorithm based on Buhlmann ZHL-16c• Includes Deep Stops and standard Safety Stop feature• 400 fsw /120 msw max operating depth as bottom timer• User replaceable battery• On/Off Audible Alarms• Backlight for use in low visibility• Manual or wet activation• Computer Downloadable and altitude adjusting

vEO 1.0

The Oceanic Veo 1.0 is a solid basic computer designed for air or single gas nitrox mixes up to 50 percent. It displays only essential information during the dive in easy-to-read digits; uses effective bar graphs to present nitrogen loading and ascent rate; and offers useful features like an automatic safety stop countdown timer that ticks off three minutes when you ascend to 5 metres. It also features memory reset for rental and training applications.

• Powered by Oceanic’s Exclusive Dual Algorithm®

• Air or Single Nitrox Mix to 50% O2• Safety Stop Countdown Timer • Water and/or manual activation• Single button access to “Last Dive” display• 12 dive on-unit log book• Memory Reset for rental and training applications• Diver-Replaceable Battery with 8-second “Hot Swap”

b.U.D bACK UP DEvICE

Set it and forget it. The B.U.D. is a long overdue idea and a great way to ensure that you never have to miss a dive. This new Dive Computer is a must for every diver to carry because no matter what computers you are using, you will be able to set your B.U.D. to closely match any computers profile using the Oceanic Patented DUAL ALGORITHM.

• Universal Backup Dive Computer• Clip it to your BC and forget about it – should something happen

to your primary, it’s always with you• Dual Algorithm® with Conservative Factor Setting adjusts to

match just about any computer out there• Simple, easy-to-read display• Nitrox to 50%• Long-Life user replaceable battery• Safety Stop Countdown• Universal Clip• Conservative Factor Setting• Adjustable Units of Measure

COBUD

BLUE - COG2BLWHITE - COG2WT

NAVCON - COV1NCOMBO - COV1CWRIST - COV1W

HL204.2358

“As a PADI Instructor it is vitally important to teach your students how to correctly use a

dive computer especially now that tables use is a thing of the past. I found the Oceanic GEO 2.0 simple to use and to teach with. I found that my students picked up the information quickly and easily. They also liked the fact that it is low profile and that they could wear it as an everyday watch.”

Diana FerniePADI Course Director

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1. OC1 TITANIUM bAND

• Replace your standard OC1 watch strap with this fabulous light weight titanium band

• Easy to replace yourself and durable enough to withstand the roughest conditions

COOC2BTI

2. TRANSMITTER ONlY

• A spare transmitter allows advanced divers to upgrade their single transmitter configuration which enables monitoring of 3 independent cylinders, with 3 independent gas mixes.

COATWT

3. OCEANlOg USb v3 (vEO / vT4 / PRO PlUS 2.1)

4. OCEANlOg USb (ATOM 1,2,3 / gEO 1,2)

5. OCEANlOg USb (OC1 / OCS)

• OceanLog allows you to easily transfer dive data from your PDC to your Computer via a plug-in USB cable. Following download, your dive data is automatically formatted for easy viewing, sorting, analysis, and printing. Enter location, dive buddy and your notes and you’ve instantly created your own digital logbook.

V3 (VEO’S / VT4 / PRO PLUS 2.1)- COVTP3OL3ATOM 1,2,3 / GEO 1,2 - COATWO OC1 / OCS - COOC2DL

6. DIvERlOg lITE (APP fOR MAC)

• App for Dive computers available on Oceanic App Store.

7. bATTERY KITS (All MODElS)

• Packaged in blister pack and includes O-Ring and Silicone grease.

ATOM 1,2 / GEO / B.U.D - 604.6175.05OC1 - 604.6175.35 VEO, VT4 - 604.6175.40TRANSMITTER - 604.6175.70PRO PLUS 2.1 - 604.6175.95

8. lENS COvER ADHESIvE (All MODElS)

• The adhesive lens cover is a softer pliable plastic.

OC1 / OCS - GAZLCOCATOM 3.0 / B.U.D - GAZLCAT3GEO 2.0 - GAZLCG2PRO PLUS 2.0 - GAZLCPP

9. lENS gUARD PlASTIC (All MODElS)

• The lens guard is a hard sturdy plastic guard.

VT4 - GAZLGUT4OC1 - GAZLGOCVEO - GAZLGVEO

10. Dg05 DOwNlOAD KIT

• Downloading Kit to suit the Hollis DG05 Computer

• Zippered nylon case included

HL204.2364

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Optional Quick Disconnect

User-Replaceable Battery +/-

User-Upgradeable FirmwareUSB/Desktop Connection

Audible Alarms

& Backlight

Customize Your Dive Display!

4 Nitrox Mix Compatibility–

Large, easy to read display

3-Axis Full Tilt Digital Compass–

Intuitive Menu-Based Interface

Advanced… yet elegantly simple Advanced… yet elegantly simple

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ModelType Wireless,AirIntegrated Wireless,AirIntegrated Wireless,AirIntegrated WristWatch AirIntegrated AirIntegrated WristWatch

ModesofOperation Air,Nitrox,gauge,FreeDive,andDigitalCompass Air,Nitrox,Trimix(CCR,SCR) Air,Nitrox,gauge,FreeDive,

andDigitalCompassAir,Nitrox,gaugeand

FreeDive Air,Nitrox,gauge Air,Nitrox,andgauge Air,Nitrox,gauge,FreeDive,andDigitalCompass

OperatingButtons 4 2 3 4 3 2 4

MountingOptionsWristwatch Wristwatch Wrist/Retractor Wristwatch ConsolewithQuickRelease Console Wristwatch

Activation WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton

DigitalWatchFunctionsTime,AlternateTime,

CountdownTimer,StopWatch,DailyAlarm

N/A N/ATime,AlternateTime,Count-downTimer,StopWatch,

DailyAlarmN/A N/A

Time,AlternateTime,Count-downTimer,StopWatch,

DailyAlarm

AlgorithmBasis ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+ VEM/BulhmanZHL16 ModifiedHaldanean/DSAT

DatabaseModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+

ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+

ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase

ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+

DeepStop Countdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m YES Countdowntimerat1/2max

depthfordives>25mCountdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m

Countdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m N/A Countdowntimerat1/2max

depthfordives>25m

ConservativeFactorAdjustment YES YES YES YES YES NO YES

AltitudeAlgorithmBasis NOAA - NOAA NOAA NOAA NOAA NOAA

O2LimitBasis NOAA - NOAA NOAA NOAA NOAA NOAA

TissueCompartments 12(5to480minutes) N/A 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes)

AutomaticAltitudeAdjustment YES USERSET YES YES YES YES YES

DecompressionCapability 10-60ft/3-18m - 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m

AutomaticSafetyStopPrompt YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

CylinderPressureandAirTimeRemaining

YES–UPTO3TRANSMITTERS

WIRELESSUPTO4TRANSMITTERS

YES–UPTO3TRANSMITTERS NO YES YES NO

gasSwitch/BuddyPres-sureCheck YES gasSwitch YES gasSwitch gasSwitch NO NO

AudibleAlarm YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

AscentRateMaximum 9mpm(<18m)18mpm(>18m)

Calendar/Clock DATE/TIME YES DATE/TIME DATE/TIME DATE/TIME DATE/TIME DATE/TIME

OperatingDepth(Max) 330ft/100m 150m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m

OperatingDepth(Free/gauge) 660ft/200m N/A 399ft/120m 330ft/100m 399ft/120m 330ft/100m 660ft/200m

TimetoFlyCountdown YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

DesatCountdown YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

HighO2Alarm/Warning 300/240SOTU/DOTU YES 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300SOTU/DOTU

HighPO2Alarm/Warning .2lessthanusersetting YES .2lessthanusersetting .2lessthanusersetting .2lessthanusersetting .2lessthanusersetting .2lessthanusersetting

On-UnitLogCapacity 24DIVES 99DIVES 24DIVES 24DIVES 24DIVES 24DIVES 24DIVES

PCInterface INCLUDED OPTIONAL INCLUDED OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

PCSettingsUpload INCLUDED OPTIONAL INCLUDED OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

DownloadMemoryCapacity

1MB** 20BARS 512K** 512K** 512K** 512K** 1MB**

Pre-DivePlanningSequence

PUSHBUTTON YES?? PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON

Alpha-NumericMessageBox

YES YES YES YES YES NO YES

On-UnitSimulator NO YES NO NO NO YES NO

TemperatureDisplay YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

TissueLoadingBargraph YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

VariableAscentRate BARgRAPH YES(ICON) MESSAgEBOX BARgRAPH MESSAgEBOX BARgRAPH BARgRAPH

NoDecompressionTimeRemainingDisplay

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

AirTimeRemainingDisplay YES TTS YES NO YES YES YES

Backlight YES YES%VARIABLE YES YES YES YES YES

DiverReplaceableBatteries YES N/A YES YES YES YES YES

BatteryType CR2450/CR2 LITHIUM-ION4.2v CR2450/CR2 CR2430 CR2450 CR2 CR2450

oc1 dg 05 vt 4.1 atom 3.0 a300 ai Pro Plus 2.1 ocs

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ModelType Module Module Module WristWatch WristWatch Wrist Module

ModesofOperation Air,Nitrox,gaugeandFreeDive

Air,Nitrox,gaugeandFreeDive AirandNitrox Air,Nitrox,gaugeand

FreeDive FreeDive BottomTimer,Air,Nitrox AirandNitrox

OperatingButtons 2 2 1 4 4 1 1

MountingOptions 2or3gaugeConsole,Wrist,HoseMount,Retractor,Module

2or3gaugeConsole,Wrist,HoseMount,Retractor,

Module

2or3gaugeConsole,Wrist,HoseMount,Retractor,

ModuleWristwatch Wristwatch 2or3gaugeConsole,Wrist Clip

Activation WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton WaterorPushButton

DigitalWatchFunctions N/A N/A N/ATime,AlternateTime,Count-downTimer,StopWatch,

DailyAlarm

Time,AlternateTime,Count-downTimer,StopWatch,

DailyAlarmN/A N/A

AlgorithmBasis ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+

ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+

ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+

ModifiedHaldanean/DSATDatabase&PelagicZ+ N/A PelagicZ+ ModifiedHaldanean/DSAT

Database&PelagicZ+

DeepStop Countdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m

Countdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m

Countdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m

Countdowntimerat1/2maxdepthfordives>25m N/A Countdowntimerat1/2max

depthfordives>25m N/A

ConservativeFactorAdjustment YES YES NO YES NO N/A YES

AltitudeAlgorithmBasis NOAA NOAA NOAA NOAA N/A NOAA NOAA

O2LimitBasis NOAA NOAA NOAA NOAA N/A NOAA NOAA

TissueCompartments 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes) N/A 12(5to480minutes) 12(5to480minutes)

AutomaticAltitudeAdjustment YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

DecompressionCapability 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m N/A 10-60ft/3-18m 10-60ft/3-18m

AutomaticSafetyStopPrompt YES YES YES YES N/A YES YES

CylinderPressureandAirTimeRemaining NO NO NO NO NO NO NO

gasSwitch/BuddyPres-sureCheck gasSwitch NO NO gasSwitch NO NO NO

AudibleAlarm YES YES NO YES YES NO NO

AscentRateMaximum 9mpm(<18m)18mpm(>18m)

Calendar/Clock DATE/TIME DATE/TIME TIME DATE/TIME DATE/TIME DATE/TIME DATE/TIME

OperatingDepth(Max) 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 330ft/100m 399ft/120m 330ft/100m

OperatingDepth(Free/gauge) 399ft/120m 399ft/120m N/A 330ft/100m 330ft/100m N/A N/A

TimetoFlyCountdown YES YES YES YES NO YES YES

DesatCountdown YES YES YES YES NO YES YES

HighO2Alarm/Warning 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU NO 300/240SOTU/DOTU 300/240SOTU/DOTU

HighPO2Alarm/Warning .2lessthanusersetting 2lessthanusersetting .2lessthanusersetting .2lessthanusersetting NO .2lessthanusersetting Fixedwarningat1.2.Alarm

at1.4

On-UnitLogCapacity 24DIVES 24DIVES 12DIVES 24DIVES 99DIVES 24DIVES N/A

PCInterface OPTIONAL OPTIONAL NO OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL NO

PCSettingsUpload OPTIONAL OPTIONAL NO OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OPTIONAL NO

DownloadMemoryCapacity

512K** 512K** N/A 512K** 512K** 512K** N/A

Pre-DivePlanningSequence

PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON PUSHBUTTON N/A N/A PUSHBUTTON

Alpha-NumericMessageBox

YES YES YES YES NO NO YES

On-UnitSimulator NO NO NO NO NO NO NO

TemperatureDisplay YES YES YES YES YES YES NO

TissueLoadingBargraph YES YES YES YES NO YES YES

VariableAscentRate BARgRAPH BARgRAPH BARgRAPH BARgRAPH NO BARgRAPH BARgRAPH

NoDecompressionTimeRemainingDisplay

YES YES YES YES NO YES YES

AirTimeRemainingDisplay NO NO NO NO N/A NO NO

Backlight YES YES NO YES YES YES NO

DiverReplaceableBatteries YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

BatteryType CR2450 CR2450 CR2450 CR2430 CR2430 CR2450 CR2450

veo 3.0 veo 2.0 veo 1.0 geo 2.0 f.10 dg 02 b.u.d

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BatteryLife* 300DIVEHOURS 8-20HOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS

BatteryHotSwap DataRetention N/A YES YES YES YES DataRetention

Set“Turn”PressureAlarm YES NO YES YES YES YES NO

Set“End”PressureAlarm YES NO YES YES YES YES NO

SetFO2(%)gas1 AIR,21-100% 10gASMAX AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50%

SetFO2(%)gas2 OFF,21-100% 10gASMAX OFF,21-100% OFF,21-100% OFF,21-100% N/A OFF,21-100%

SetFO2(%)gas3 OFF,21-100% 10gASMAX OFF,21-100% OFF,21-100% OFF,21-100% N/A OFF,21-100%

SetAudibleAlarmOn/Off YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetMaxDepthAlarm YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetElapsedDiveTimeAlarm

YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetMaximumNitrogenTissueLoadingBargraphAlarm

YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetConservativeFactor YES YES YES YES YES NO YES

SetDiveTimeRemainingAlarm

YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetUnitsOfMeasurement

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetTimeFormat(12/24Hour)

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetTimeofDay YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetDate YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetMaximumPO2Alarm YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetFO250%Default YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetBacklight DURATION N/A DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION

SetSafetyStopTimeandDepth YES YES YES YES YES NO YES

SetSamplingRate(Download) YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetDigitalgaugeModeOn/Off MODESELECTION NO MODESELECTION MODESELECTION MODESELECTION YES YES

SetWaterActivationOn/Off YES NO YES YES YES YES YES

SetFreeDiveCountdownTimer YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A YES

SetFreeDive30sec.ElapsedDiveTimeAlarm YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A YES

SetFreeDiveMaxDepthAlarm1 YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A YES

SetFreeDiveMaxDepthAlarm2 YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A YES

SetFreeDiveMaxDepthAlarm3 YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A YES

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BatteryLife* 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS 300DIVEHOURS

BatteryHotSwap DataRetention DataRetention YES DataRetention N/A DataRetention

Set“Turn”PressureAlarm NO NO NO NO N/A NO N/A

Set“End”PressureAlarm NO NO NO NO N/A NO N/A

SetFO2(%)gas1 AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50% N/A AIR,21-50% AIR,21-50%

SetFO2(%)gas2 OFF,21-100% N/A N/A OFF,21-100% N/A N/A N/A

SetFO2(%)gas3 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

SetAudibleAlarmOn/Off YES YES NO YES YES YES N/A

SetMaxDepthAlarm YES YES NO YES YES YES NO

SetElapsedDiveTimeAlarm

YES YES NO YES YES YES NO

SetMaximumNitrogenTissueLoadingBargraphAlarm

YES YES YES YES N/A YES YES

SetConservativeFactor YES YES NO YES N/A YES NO

SetDiveTimeRemainingAlarm

YES YES NO YES N/A YES NO

SetUnitsOfMeasurement

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetTimeFormat(12/24Hour)

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetTimeofDay YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

SetDate YES YES NO YES YES YES YES

SetMaximumPO2Alarm YES YES YES YES N/A YES FIXED

SetFO250%Default YES YES YES YES N/A YES FIXEDOFF

SetBacklight DURATION DURATION N/A DURATION DURATION NO N/A

SetSafetyStopTimeandDepth YES YES 3m-3min YES N/A YES NO

SetSamplingRate(Download) YES YES N/A YES NO NO N/A

SetDigitalgaugeModeOn/Off YES YES N/A YES N/A N/A N/A

SetWaterActivationOn/Off YES YES YES YES YES YES FIXEDON

SetFreeDiveCountdownTimer YES YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A

SetFreeDive30sec.ElapsedDiveTimeAlarm YES YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A

SetFreeDiveMaxDepthAlarm1 YES YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A

SetFreeDiveMaxDepthAlarm2 YES YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A

SetFreeDiveMaxDepthAlarm3 YES YES N/A YES YES N/A N/A

*BatteryLife:estimatesarebasedonfull-capacitybatteries,andcontinuoususageasdescribed.7daysperweek/2divesperday/1hourdivetime/2hoursurfaceinterval/18hourintervalfromlastdivetothefirstofthenextday.

**OceanicPersonalDiveComputershaveuserselectableSamplingRatesthatdeterminewhendataissampledandstoredforsubsequentdownloadtoassociatedPCinterfaceprograms.Morefrequentsamplingprovidesmoredataperdiveyetresultsinstorageoffewerdivesfordownload.UsewithAirorNitrox,withorwithoutairintegration,diveprofiles,FreeDivingactivities,andothervariablesmayalsoaffectthenumberofdivesthatcanbestored.Whenmemorycapacityisexceeded,oldestdivesarereplacedwithmostrecentdive.

SamplingRateOptions 256KMemoryCapacity 512KMemoryCapacity 1MMemoryCapacity

60seconds 50-60Hours 100-110Hours 200-210Hours

30seconds 25-30Hours 50-55Hours 100-110Hours

15seconds 12-15Hours 25-30Hours 50-60Hours

2seconds 1.5-2Hours 4-5Hours 8-10Hours

1second(FreeDiveModeonly) N/A 1.5-2Hours

veo 3.0 veo 2.0 veo 1.0 geo 2.0 f.10 dg 02 b.u.d

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oCEangLo® gaugE FaCE OceanGlo® luminescent gauge face absorbs light and glows approximately 7 times longer than conventional glow-in-the dark materials.

MaxiMuM dEPth indiCatorUser resettable automatic maximum depth indicator allows you to track your maximum depth with needle point accuracy. View your maximum depth during your dive or post dive for logging purposes.

rotating bEzELThe rotating bezel allows the diver to easily navigate whilst underwater.

tEMPEraturE gaugE The temperature gauge feature allows the diver to quickly check surrounding temperatures above and underwater.

MAx DEPTH

The Max Depth Navcon gauge is still one of the most dependable instruments around for divers who are just starting out or don’t feel they need the advanced features of a Personal Dive Computer just yet. Not to worry, as Oceanic’s modular gauge design allows you to easily swap out the depth gauge module with a PDC as your needs change and your experience grows.

• Non-linear depth scale is easier to read in shallow depths and makes it much easier to maintain safety stop depths

• OceanGlo® luminescent gauge face absorbs light and glows approximately 7 times faster and longer than other materials

• 60m maximum depth reading• Maximum depth indicator

NAVCON - GAMDSNBKCOMBO - GAMDCSMODULE - GAMDMS

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bRASS SPg gAUgE

Solid and compact brass SPG. This rugged and easy to read gauge works great as a primary or even backup pressure gauge for the beginner to the most advanced technical diver.

• Luminescent Faceplate• Standard with Air Spool and Viton O-rings• Oxygen Clean• Chrome-plated brass housing with Bourdon tube• Scratch resistant Tempered Glass• 2in./50.8mm size

SIDESCAN COMPASS

Find your way. For reliable underwater navigation, the SideScan Compass is hard to beat. Large, easy-to-read bearing indicators on our extremely bright OceanGlo® luminescent floating card make quick work of navigation, especially in limited visibility.

• Proprietary design ensures quick response and smooth movement

• Top or side reading• OceanGlo® luminescent floating card absorbs light and glows

approximately 7 times faster and longer than other materials• High visibility lubber line• Large ratcheting bezel• Direct and reciprocal index points

SlIMlINE PRESSURE

Modular Flexibility. The SlimLine is an accurate and reliable submersible pressure gauge rated to 345 bar. Available as a stand-alone gauge or in any Oceanic instrument console. Available in Imperial Measurement (shown) or Metric.

• Nitrox compatible to 50% O2• OceanGlo® luminescent gauge face absorbs light and glows

approximately 7 times faster and longer than other materials• Shock resistant bourdon tube mechanism• Integrated temperature gauge• One-way safety valve• 35 bar fluorescent caution zone• Double Kevlar braid high pressure hose with triple chrome

plated marine brass fittings

PONY bOTTlE gAUgE

Try this on for size. The miniature Pony Bottle Gauge is a fully functional submersible pressure gauge rated to 345 bar. Ideal for back-up air supplies or decompression tanks, the Pony Bottle Gauge is the perfect accessory for use with wireless PDC’s, allowing you to quickly pressure check your cylinder without linking your receiver unit. Available in Imperial Measurement (shown) or Metric.

• Threads directly into any standard first stage high pressure port• Nitrox compatible to 50% O2• Large numbers and green, yellow and red indicators for easy

monitoring• One-way safety valve• Readings to 345 bar

GABP

HL204.2311

WRIST - GACOSSWNCLIP-ON - GACOSSCOSMODULE - GACOSSMNMODULE PRE05 - GACOSSM

COMPLETE - GAPRCSMODULE - GARPMB

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M1 ONYx

Visibility is the most important aspect of any dive. The M1 Mask raises the bar for optical quality and distortion free vision. This lens is an extra clear glass which is valued for its attractive appearance and optical qualities. The low iron content produces a higher light transmittance and a reduced green tint inherent in other glasses. This makes the lens distortion free and helps improve color and visibility in low light conditions underwater.

• Frameless 100 pure silicone skirt• Saint-Gobain Diamant - Cyrstal Clear lens• Wide vision and low volume

ACCENT

Maskwear that keeps you focused. Sleek 100% liquid silicone skirt attached directly to the tempered glass lens. Available in 4 colors to match any style.

• Low volume frameless mask withmolded silicone color accents• Extremely low volume design• Swiveling, easy adjusting buckles• Ultra Clear Glass• Neoprene Comfort Strap included

SHADOw/MINI

Maskwear that keeps you focused. Sleek 100% liquid silicone skirt attached directly to the tempered glass lens. No mask frame means the Shadow Series offers an incredible field of vision and packs flat. Available in 2 sizes for a perfect fit.

• No-frame design reduces weight and provides one of the largest fields-of-view

• Extremely low volume design• Swiveling, easy adjusting buckles• Ideal for hunters and photographers• Perfect back-up mask as it folds and fits easily in your

BC pocket

SHADOW - MASHBKMINI SHADOW - MASHMBK

HL205.4500.07

MAAC

100% Liquid Silicone Skirt

Long lasting, comfortable, and designed to conform to your unique shape. What do you look for in a mask?

Our masks are made with the highest grade 100% liquid silicone skirts that provide for an exceptional fit and long life.

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M4

When choosing a mask, fit and field of vision come first. The M-4 gives you the best of both worlds, fitting a wide variety of faces and offering superior peripheral and vertical vision. It is low profile, stows easily and carries excellent value.

• Frameless silicone skirt• Rugged mask box and adjustable mask strap included• Increased vision and low volume

ICE/MINI

Maskwear that keeps you focused. Sleek 100% liquid silicone skirt attached directly to the tempered glass lens. No mask frame means the Ice Series offers an incredible field of vision and packs flat. Available in 2 sizes for a perfect fit.

• No-frame design reduces weight and provides one of the largest fields-of-view

• Extremely low volume design• Swiveling, easy adjusting buckles• Ideal for hunters and photographers• Perfect back-up mask as it folds and fits easily in your

BC pocket

TYPHOON

Wide tear-drop design. Sleek 100% liquid silicone skirt attached directly to the tempered glass lens. Available in 4 colors to match any style.

• High grade 100% Liquid silicone skirt that contours to face shape

• Wide tear-drop design• Tempered dual glass lenses provide a large field of vision• Soft touch Leather finish frame• Ideal match to the Leather Typhoon snorkel

MATP

HL205.4800.07

ICE - MAICEMINI ICE - MAICEM

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TITAN

The new Titan mask is a dual lens tier drop design sporting the unique push button buckles system that allows quick and easy strap alteration. The flexible in-built silicone buckle attachment gives unsurpassed freedom of movement and unlike rigid designs, the Titan mask moves and flexes during your dive and assists in reducing damage in the case of accidental collision.

• Dual Lens• Easy Adjust Buckle• Tempered Glass Lens• Silicone Comfort Strap

ION

Change your point of view. A low profile mask for the pro, the semi-pro, and all lovers of the sport who want to see the underwater world more clearly.

• Accepts optical lenses.• Sturdy lightweight frame• Low volume design for wide field-of-view and easy clearing• May be easily fitted with optical lenses from -1.5 to -8.0 and

+1.0 to +4.0 diopters in .5 increments• 100% liquid silicone for comfort and long-life• Tempered glass lens for safety• Easy adjusting buckles for convenience

SNIPER

The Sniper is an extremely lightweight and compact double lens mask with a partially overmoulded frame, silicone skirt and strap, and quick release buckle. The uniquely soft Easy Equalise silicone skirt makes equalising a breeze.

• Striking metallic colour range.• Highest grade 100% Easy Equalise silicone skirt.• Super light weight frame.• Compact and low volume.• Tempered glass lenses for safety.• Unique buckle system for quick and easy strap adjustment.

vIKINg

The Viking features a large field of vision in a stylish 2 window design. Built to fit a wide variety of faces the Viking’s skirt is made from the finest grade of 100% liquid silicone available. Featuring the unique push button release buckle system that allows quick and easy mask release and easy adjustment.

• Striking metallic colour range• Highest grade 100% liquid silicone skirt• Sturdy light weight frame• Compact and low volume• Tempered glass lenses for safety• Push button quick release buckle system

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Optical Lenses

Ion mask provide the option to fit optical lenses. The optical lenses are available from -1.5 to -8.0 and +1.0 to +4.0 diopter in .5 increments.

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UlTRADRY

The Name says it all. Designed to be exactly what its name suggests, the ULTRA DRY snorkel incorporates Oceanic’s patented Dry Snorkel Technology into an ultra-low profile product that is ergonomically designed for comfort and function. This technology creates a seal to virtually eliminate water entering the snorkel barrel, while achieving superior air flow performance on the surface.

• Patented Dry Snorkel Technology virtually eliminates water entry without sacrificing performance

• Oversized purge valve for easy clearing• Quick-release swiveling snorkel keeper• Drop away smooth bore flex mouthpiece• Replaceable 100% liquid silicone mouthpiece and purge valve

vIKINg

The Viking snorkel features a Semi-Dry top which prevents water from splashing into the tube while at the same time allowing unobstructed airflow. The truly distinctive look not only provides great function, but also seperates it from all the other semi-dry tops.

• Striking metallic colour range• Purge valve design for easy clearing• Semi-Dry top prevents water from splashing into the tube• Replaceable 100% liquid silicone mouthpiece • Sleek contour makes for streamlined fit beside the face

TYPHOON

The Typhoon snorkel will blow you away! With a new design which incorporates a fold-away column, silicone corrugated tubing and mouthpiece, and a dry top deflector. This snorkel is ideal for all occasions.

• Incorporates a fold away column with silicone corrugated tubing

• Purge Valve for easy clearing• Dry Top Deflector• Replaceable Mouthpiece

SNTY

SNTYLSNUL

SNVI

Patented Dry Snorkel Technology

This technology utilises silicone valve to create a seal when the snorkel is submerged to effectively eliminate water entering the snorkel barrel. All while achieving superior air flow performance on the surface.

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AIRSTREAM

Stylish design, smooth performance and ease of clearing best describe the Airstream snorkel. A directional purge valve assembly below the mouthpiece keeps trapped water from reaching your mouth while breathing.

• Ideal for the serious diver, snorkeller or free diver• Deflector dry top keeps it dry even with wind and wave action

POCKET

A good diver is always prepared. For divers that dislike wearing a snorkel, but know that they should always be prepared, Oceanic provides an innovative solution. The Pocket Snorkel folds neatly and out of the way in your BC pocket when not in use.

• Easily removed and folded for storage in BC pocket• Dry top deflector prevents water entry• Drop away flex mouthpiece• Oversized purge valve for easy clearing• Patented Snorkel Lock allows easy removal and attachment• Replaceable 100% liquid silicone mouthpiece

SURgE

The Surge Snorkel has a dual exhaust and a self-venting purge valve, which lets you clear the snorkel with just a puff of air.

• Efficient dual exhaust valves for easy clearing• Self venting purge valve• Drop away flex mouthpiece• Replaceable 100% liquid silicone mouthpiece

SNS

SNAS

SNPO

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v16

Speed, comfort, and maneuverability; you can have it all with the Vortex V-16. The V-16 combines the patented design concepts divers have come to expect from Oceanic with a new mix of materials that enhance performance and style. Compared to conventional fins, the V-16 is up to 30% faster and more efficient, with less effort, stress and strain resulting in greater comfort and control.

• Includes Spring Heel Strap for comfort and easy on and off• Patented Nature’s Wing® Propeller Fin Technology with four

material compounds for ultimate performance and light weight• Semi-rigid battens and natural rubber flex channels precisely

control the shape of the blade during the fin stroke to optimise power and reduce drag

• Oversized side rails add rigidity and control movement of the blades for increased lift, power and efficiency

• Ergonomically designed foot pocket accommodates virtually all foot sizes and boot styles

• Available in XS, S, Regular and XL

v12

The V-12 Fin is an engineering revolution - designed from the ground up to deliver what others only promise - enhanced speed and efficiency with virtually no effort for the diver, regardless of size, strength or kicking style. Independent testing has shown that greater efficiency, resulting in reduced air consumption is achieved when using the V-12 than any other fin on the market.

• Patented Nature’s Wing propeller fin technology• Duroprene and natural rubber materials for ideal flex and

memory• Oversized side rails add rigidity to the oversized blades for

increased lift and efficiency• Ergonomically designed foot pocket accommodates virtually all

foot sizes and boot styles• Angled blade for preferred angle of attack• Easy on/off thumb loop• Easy adjust quick-release buckles• Available in XS, S, Regular and XL

f1 YEllOw TIP

Power without compromise. The Hollis fin blends graceful movement, power, and bulletproof construction. Meet the new standard in diving. Now shipping with a yellow tip for high visibility.

• High grade, heavy duty rubber construction• Angled strap mounts for comfort and a better transition of

power• Spring heel straps w/ easy-grip heel tab• Multiple strap mounting positions for a fine tuned fit• Vented blade to reduce stress while accelerating water over

the blade• Generous foot pocket • Available in Regular and XL

HL214.2210

FIV16

FV12

Patented Nature’s Wing® use a suction

force which propels the diver forward through the water like lift pulls an airplane upward. The Vortex Fins create this force as water flows smoothly around the blades, which rotate to a reduced angle of attack.

As the water funnels inward toward the centre opening, it accelerates like water at the narrowing of a river or water spraying out the nozzle of a hose.

In all controlled testing split blade fins have proved to be faster, more efficient and less tiring than conventional “paddle” bladed fins. Hundreds of tests have been done in controlled conditions, and the results are truly amazing.

QUADFLEX - Advanced Composite Materials

Control the shape of the blade during the kick cycle and you

control water movement – thus maximising the efficiency and propulsion of the fin.

Our QuadFlex construction features two composite and two natural rubber compounds working together to provide varying levels of rigidity to precisely control the shape of the blade as it travels through the water. The engineered semi-rigid battens, flex channels and side rails direct water flow off the tips of the fin without allowing water to “spill” from the sides of the blade for uncompromising power and efficiency.

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f1

Power without compromise. The Hollis fin blends graceful movement, power, and bulletproof construction. Meet the new standard in diving.

• High grade, heavy duty rubber construction• Angled strap mounts for comfort and a better transition of power• Spring heel straps w/ easy-grip heel tab• Multiple strap mounting positions for a fine tuned fit• Vented blade to reduce stress while accelerating water over

the blade• Generous foot pocket in sizes Regular, XL, XXL

f2

Increase your power to weight ratio with our new F2 fins. If you are a traveling diver, looking to reduce weight or just favor a lightweight fin, look no further. The patented F2 is designed to add blade surface on both the downstroke and upstroke to increase your efficiency with any type of kick. The F2 is injection molded using monoprene and uses a shorter blade design which packs easy and improves agility in tight areas. Standard with adjustable stainless steel spring straps.

• High grade, heavy duty monoprene construction• Angled strap mounts for comfort and a better transition

of power• Spring heel straps w/ easy-grip heel tab• Multiple strap mounting positions for a fine tuned fit• Vented blade to reduce stress while accelerating water over

the blade• Generous foot pocket in sizes S, Regular and XL

vIPER

So fast and responsive they’re scary. Precision blend of hydrodynamics and materials technology for ultimate comfort, efficiency and performance. The VIPER blade’s Flexible Power Thrust Channel directs water off the tip of the blade for improved power and efficiency. The engineered channels and side rails direct water flow off the tips of the fin without allowing water to “spill” from the sides of the blade for uncompromising power and efficiency.

• Ideal for all diving and snorkeling skill levels• Flexible Power Thrust Channel directs water off the tip of the blade

for improved power and efficiency• Power Vents reduce stress while accelerating water over the blade• Oversized blade produces increased thrust and propulsion• Generous yet streamlined foot pocket fits a wide range of boot

styles while significantly reducing drag• Extremely lightweight for increased performance and ease of travel• Available in XS, S, Regular and XL

v8

Kick it into high gear. The Vortex V-8’s high performance and superior maneuverability is achieved by combining patented Nature’s Wing® Propeller Fin Technology with state-of-the-art materials. The V-8 is designed to provide greater thrust while reducing muscle fatigue. The dual blade design allows the diver to make a much more efficient flutter kick, thus reducing the amount of effort needed to propel the diver through the water.

• Patented Nature’s Wing® Propeller Fin Technology• Advanced composite materials for ideal flex and memory• Side rails add rigidity to the oversized blades for increased lift

power and efficiency• Ergonomically designed foot pocket accommodates virtually all

foot sizes and boot styles• Angled blade for preferred angle of attack• Easy on/off fin strap with thumb loop• Easy adjust quick-release buckles• Available in SM, ML, L, XL and XXL

FVI

FIV8

HL214.2200

HL214.2300

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v6

The Vortex V6 is for the warm-water diver, snorkeler, or free-diver that wants maximum power generation, response, and acceleration out of every single turn. The V-6 is extremely lightweight, yet delivers greater speed and efficiency than most open heel fins.

• Provides more speed and power than larger open-heel paddle fins with significantly less effort

• Small size and light weight is ideal for travel• Evaprene composite material for increased performance and

long life• Comfortable rubber foot pocket in a wide range of sizes XS, S,

M, L and XL

vIPER ClOSED HEEl

So fast and responsive they’re scary. Precision blend of hydrodynamics and materials technology for ultimate comfort, efficiency and performance. The VIPER FULL FOOT blade’s Flexible Power Thrust Channel directs water off the tip of the blade for improved power and efficiency. The engineered channels and side rails direct water flow off the tips of the fin without allowing water to “spill” from the sides of the blade for uncompromising power and efficiency.

• Ideal for all diving and snorkeling skill levels• Flexible Power Thrust Channel directs water off the tip of the

blade for improved power and efficiency• Power Vents reduce stress while accelerating water over the blade• Oversized blade produces increased thrust and propulsion• Extremely lightweight for increased performance and ease

of travel• Available in XS, S, Regular, and XL

FVIFF

FIV6

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1. SPRINg STRAP KIT f1/f2

• A single Spring heel strap to fit all Hollis F1 Fins Size Reg, XL & XX-L

• Includes 1 x rubber strap, 1 x spring, and assembly screws and nuts

HL214.8006

2. HOllIS MASK STRAP

• Black Silicone mask strap to suit Hollis M1 Mask

HL205.4500S

3. NEOPRENE MASK TAMER x2

• The comfort mask strap provides ultimate comfort and style in place of a conventional silicone strap

• With or without Velcro straps• Durable 3mm Neoprene

MAZSN, MAZSNN

4. SIlICONE MASK STRAP (All)

• 100% liquid Silicone strap• Suits all Oceanic Masks

Ice - MAZSISShadow - MAZSSSTitan Black - MAZSTIBKTitan Clear - MAZSTICLViking/Diamond Black - MAZSTDIBKViking/Diamond Clear – MAZSTDICLSniper Black - MAZSTSNBKSniper Clear - MAZSTSNCLStandard Black - MAZSSBKStandard Clear - MAZSS

5. MASK SIDE ClIPS

• Spare mask side clip in case of loss or damage

• Suits all Oceanic Masks

Ion/Viking/Diamond - MAZSCBISniper - MAZSCSNShadow - MAZSCMAIce - MAZSCBLTitan - MAZSCTI

6. MASK STRAP RETAINERS

• Spare retainer to keep mask strap streamlined

• Suits all Oceanic masks• Available with or without divider

(without divider black only) MAZSR

7. MASK ACCESSORIES bAg

• Padded nylon bag to protect mask• Includes small accessory pocket for

anti-fog storage BAMA

8. SNORKEl MOUTHPIECE

• 100% Liquid Silicone changeable mouthpiece

• Suits all Oceanic Snorkels

Standard Clear - REZMPRCStandard Black - REZMPRBKTyphoon Clear - REZMPTYTyphoon Black - REZMPTYBKViking Clear - REZMPVCLViking Black - REZMPVBKSurge/Eclipse/Airstream - REZMPSSUltradry - REZMPUD

9. SNORKEl KEEPER SIlICONE

• 100% Liquid Silicone• Alternate to hard plastic

snorkel keeper

SNZK

10. SNORKEl lOCK - POCKET

• To suit the Pocket Snorkel• Designed to connect your Pocket

snorkel to your mask with a velcro holder

SZZLK

11. SNORKEl KEEPER ClEAR

• Holds your snorkel in place• High quality hard plastic

SNZCM

12. MESH fIN CARRY bAg wITH STRAP

• Mesh bag capable of carrying a full set of snorkeling gear and more

• Handy webbing shoulder strap• Dimensions: (cm) 73 x 36

BAOPMF

13. SPRINg HEEl STRAP

• Spring strap with stainless buckles for ease of fitting fins

• Come as a pair• Available in 2 different lengths

XS, SML, REG - FIZVBXSXL - FIZUBS

14. fIN STRAP & bUCKlE

• Includes fin strap and 2 x quick release buckles

Standard - FIZBAViper - FIZBAVIV16/18 - FIZBAV8V12 - FIZBAV12

15. fIN STRAP

• Replacement Fin Strap to fit all Oceanic fins

Standard - FIZSTViper – FIZSTVIV16/V8 - FIZSTV8V12 - FIZSTV12

16. fIN bUCKlE

• Replacement fin buckle with quick release design

Standard - FIZBCViper - FIZBV V16/V8 - FIZBV8 V12 FIZBV12

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Lavacore uses a unique three layer tri-laminant called Polytherm® to ensure a very high heat and insulation rating, water resistance and high protection from windchill.

Lavacore’s thermal, windproof and neutral buoyancy properties make it the ideal garment for layering under a wetsuit to gain added insulation and warmth or as a stand-alone interchangeable exposure system in warmer climates.

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Insulative Thermal Inner Layer

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Windproof Breathable Membrane

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AUg 100 UNDERgARMENT

The AUG 100 is a flexible, comfortable, and feature-rich undergarment ideally suited for moderately cold dives.

• Outer Rip-Stop nylon shell allows for easy glide drysuit entry and acts as a windbreaker

• Inner layer technical fleece provides substantial warmth and comfort• Nylon shell allows for easy glide drysuit entry and acts as a

windbreaker• Neoprene ankle and wrist to prevent bunching while donning a

drysuit and to create a wetness barrier from a possible wrist seal leak• Machine washable for ease of cleaning• Lined side pockets to keep hands warm on cold surface intervals• Neoprene stretch panel in crotch to allow for more freedom of leg

movement• Soft and close-cut neck for comfort and to avoid neck seal

interference• Vents on arms to prevent air restrictions while trying to vent a drysuit• Zippered left chest pocket

bIODRY fx100

Forget the drysuits you have known and discover how comfortable drysuit diving can really be. Constructed with patented WearForce® material, the Hollis BioDry FX100 Drysuit is like no other suit on the market. Strength and stretch with a complete range of motion allows for a more streamlined fit. Say goodbye to bunching and rigid material. Never before has a drysuit been more comfortable.

• The Hollis BioDry FX100 Drysuit is a front entry design for self donning

• Bioflex improved with WearForce® material: a non-woven nylon material Laminated to a heavy-duty, stretchable polyurethane

• Light weight• Low maintenance• Resistant to most chemicals• Elastic gators• Drysuit bag included• Washable with soap and water• Does not absorb water• WearForce material is very low profile and reduces drag in the water• Seams sewn and double taped for extreme protection against leaks• The Hollis BioDry FX100 Drysuit comes with latex seals• Low Profile Si-Tech Inflator and Dump Valves• Heavy duty PVC knee pads to protect high wear knee area

HL277.0041

BIODRY - HL277.2510MADE TO FIT - HL277.MTFP-VALVE (FITTED) - HL277.0025

“The new Hollis BioDry FX100 Drysuit is an excellent suit with characteristics like no other drysuit”, Jeff says. “The innovative material allows the wearer to glide

through the water unlike conventional dry suits. There is no noticeable drag like you would expect while diving dry which requires less effort while swimming. The flexibility of the BioDry FX100 suit is comparable to wearing a wet suit. I have made numerous cave dives with the suit in some pretty tight places with no noticeable wear on the suit. I am definitely enjoying diving the Hollis BioDry FX100 Drysuit.”

Jeff M. LoflinPADI Technical Instructor Trainer,NSS CDS Cave Instructor,IANTD Technical Cave /Trimix Instructor

Wearforce® was originally designed for use in applications where serious protection and wear resistance was first priority. This included

Buoyancy Control Devices and even protective and thermal apparel for Motocross and Extreme sports.

Test results have shown that Wearforce® fabric was found to be three times more durable then ballistic nylon fabric while maintaining a simultaneous 4 way stretch of up to 150%. In an underwater enviroment when staying dry is key, you can count on your BioDryTM with Wearforce®.

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high dEnSitY nEoPrEnE High density neoprene with excellent depth compression resistance for extended warmth and resilience, dive after dive.

dura LinEr Tough, hard wearing outer for increased durability in high wear areas.

oCEan SPanHigh stretch Ocean Span Neoprene in key areas allows freedom of movement and a close fit for superior comfort.

nEoFLEx 03 hd Uncompromising flexibility for the ultimate in fit and comfort. Neoflex neoprene allows a closer fit than ever before without compromising freedom of movement. With excellent unidirectional flexibility the result is a form-fitting suit that moves with you for unparalleled comfort.

air ESCaPE vEntA uniquely designed vent system on our hoods allows air trapped in your suit to escape while preventing water from entering. FLExY vEStBuilt in super stretch neoprene vest adds an extra barrier against any water penetration generates amazing warmth and comfort.

ankLE ziPAnkle zips allow for easing donning and doffing of suits without creating extra stress on the suit.

FLExY griPCustom rubber print permits allows full movement of stretch while adding good wear resistance.

StrESS diSCSStress discs applied at internal seam intersections for added strength.

SuPa tExSuperior abrasive resistant lined neoprene use in high wear panels around knees, elbows and buttocks. LiQuid SEaMSApplied to the outer seams, the technologically advanced Liquid seam sealing creates a 100% barrier against any pinholes that allows water to enter while enabling full stretch of the suit.

ChiMnEY SEaLSActing like a gusset, precision cut smooth skin Chimney seals prevent any water from flushing up the ankles and wrists.

x-ziP SuPPortX-Zip strengthens the base of the back zip along with a pull tab system creates easy and safe back zip pulling system. rEinForCEdNylon lamination is reinforced to neoprene during the materials construction phase.

3d ContourEd CutComputer generated patterns along with advanced paneling techniques are precisely cut to mold, conform and move in tune with individual body shapes.

doubLE nECk SEaLDesigned to interlock perfectly with your Oceanic hood as well as forming a barrier against flushing water.

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PIONEER SERIES

For the new Pioneer suit from Oceanic only the best materials were used. An example of this is the new, extremely elastic HyFlex Neoprene that offers unparalleled comfort. An integrated, 2mm thick, highly flexible neoprne shirt offers extra insulation. One of the further highlighs of the Pioneer diving suit is the double collar that prevents water seeping in almost completely, even with extreme movement.

The seams are finished with a special liquid sealing process to provide durability and eliminate waterflow. The anatomical cut with minimal panelling guarantees hard wearing and is highly watertight. The Pioneer diving suit fits like a second skin.

These fatures make the Pioneer Diving Suit a versatile, premium wetsuit that provides unequaled comfort and maximum freedom of movement. The classical, yet modern look in black with accents in white and blue, evokes the Spirit of Pioneers of Dive. The Pioneer Diving Suit combines decades of experience from enthusiastic divers, talented designers to the world’s best neoprene developers, faithfully after the motto: “Future Innovations are Based on the Past.” • Available in 5/7 and 7/10mm for male and female• Highly elastic HyFlex neoprene• Anatomical 3-D cut• Reduced stitching• Covered back zipper• Double Seal Neck• Flip Seals in arms and legs• Stitching elastically vulcanised• Optional hood

Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, LGs, XL, XLs, XXL, XXLs, XXXLAvailable in Female: XS(8), S(10), MD(12), MDs(12short), LG(14), LGs(14short), XL(16), XXL(18)

PIONEER 7/10 - MALE - WEPI7M, FEMALE - WEPI7FPIONEER 5/7 - MALE - WEPI5M, FEMALE - WEPI5F

Neoflex 03 HD

Uncompromising flexibility for the

ultimate in fit and comfort. Neoflex neoprene allows a closer fit than ever before without compromising freedom of movement. With excellent unidirectional flexibility the result is a form-fitting suit that moves with you for unparalleled comfort.

Michael Wheatley

“When teaching in demanding conditions you have to use the best and it doesn’t

get any better that the FDX10 EOS, the Probe BCD is one of the most comfortable BCD’s I have ever worn and the Pioneer wetsuit is by far the most comfortable and durable one on the market. Whether I am teaching an open water course in the pool or a Deep Instructor Specialty Course it all performs beautifully.

Michael WheatleyPADI Course DirectorPADI Tech/Wreck Instructor Trainer”

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High density neoprene with excellent depth compression resistance for extended warmth and resilience, dive after dive.

REbEl SERIES

The Oceanic Rebel series suits are built for extreme durability, perfect for those divers that are hard on their suits. The Rebel suits share the same pattern as the acclaimed Oceanic Pioneer series but has been stripped down then rebuilt from the ground up for added strength and durability. Adding a hard wearing L-foam neoprene and Supatex panels - this suit will handle almost anything you can throw at it!

• L-foam neoprene.• Glued and blind stitch.• Smooth skin wrist and neck seal.• Anatomical 3-D cut.• Ankle zip with Bat Wing.• Supatex (tough fabric outer) knee, shoulder, bottom, elbow

panels.• Smooth skin internal spine pad.• Double neck seal design – to couple with hood.• Re-enforced pull tab at the zipper base.• Available in 5 and 7mm, for male and female.

REBEL 7 - MALE - WERE5M, FEMALE - WERE5FREBEL 5 - MALE - WERE7M, FEMALE - WERE7F

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SD7 flEx SEMIDRY

New to the Hollis line, the SD7 Flex Semi-dry adds to the impressive products Hollis continues to release – this suit in no exception! Constructed from a 7mm compression resistant neoprene, combined with Supatex and high Stretch panels make this one of the most advanced Semi-dry’s on the market. The new generation waterproof TZip™, full internal Dam seals, coupled hood, reduce any water penetration to an absolute minimum making it your perfect winter or tech suit.

• 7mm Compression resistant neoprene• Supatex - Abrassion resistant high wear areas• High flex / stretch neoprene panels• New Generation TZip™• 2 x Tec Utility pockets with inbuilt D-ring and drain holes• Glued and double Blind stitched on inside and out.• Neck, wrist and ankle internal Dams• Adjustable neck collar • Ankle and Wrist zips• Rubber knee / shin pads• Coupled Dry Hood with Air Escape™ as standard

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UlTRA SERIES

For ultimate versatility in warmer climates you need a suit for a wide range of temperatures from warm surface waters to chilly thermoclines on deeper dives. Designed for maximum flexibility, warmth and comfort, this wetsuit incorporates 6-Point Skin-in Neoprene Seals so you can forget about your gear and focus on your dive. Strategic placement of our OceanSpan Super-Stretch Neoprene offers completely unrestricted range of movement.

• Available in 3/2, 5/4 and 7mm for male and female• 5 or 6-Point Skin-in Neoprene Seals (wrists, ankles and neck) to

reduce water flushing• OceanSpan Super-Stretch Neoprene panels in shoulders and

lumbar area (male) and hips and bust (female) for ultimate comfort and ease of donning

• High-density neoprene in torso, legs and arms for uncompromising compression resistance for warmth and long use life

• Adjustable collar for reduced water entry and comfort• Shoulder panel graphics for exceptional abrasion resistance

Available in Male: S, M, M/L, L/S, L, XL/S, XL, XXL/S, XXL, XXXLAvailable in Female: 6, 8, 10, 12s, 12, 14s, 14, 16

ULTRA 7 - MALE - WEOU7M, FEMALE - WEOU7FULTRA 5/4 - MALE - WEOU5M, FEMALE - WEOU5FULTRA 3/2 - MALE - WEOU3M, FEMALE - WEOU3F

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• Face and neck skin seals to prevent water flow

• Vented to prevent trapped air• Reflective patch for easy diver

identification• Trimable face seal for customised fit• Rear Zipper for easy on/off• Available in: S, M, L & XL

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2. PIONEER HOOD 5MM

• 5mm Neoprene Hood with large smoothskin area designed to minmise flushing under your suit

• Wear with a 5mm or 3mm wetsuit• Combine with 5mm Full Suit or

5mm Shorty for the ultimate in wetsuit warmth

• Available in: S, M, L & XL

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3. UlTRA HOOD 5/3MM

• 5mm double-glued and blind stitched neoprene construction for longevity and reduced water flow

• 3mm Skin-in face seal may be trimmed for a custom fit

• One-way vents eliminate trapped air• Easy on and off• Available in : XS, S, M, L, XL & XXL

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4. UlTRA HOODED vEST 5/3MM

• 5/3mm neoprene vest• 3mm skin-in face seal• Attached hood eliminates cold-

water leakage into the suit• One-way vents eliminate trapped air• 5mm hood• Available in: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

& XXXL

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• 2.5mm HyFlex super stretch neoprene

• Armilla seal™ wrist technology• Anatomical 3D cut• Tactile design and grip - great for

photographers• Glued and blind stitched seams• Micro liquid seam sealing• Available in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

GLPI

6. 4MM KEvlAR glOvES

• Kevlar finger tips and palm• Titanium lined 4mm neoprene• Pre-formed and cut for comfort• Velcro closure wrist to limit

heat loss due to water flow• Available in: XS, S, M, L & XL

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7. CYbERSKIN

• A super stretch glove designed for maximum dexterity

• Minimised panelling increases glove durability

• Rubberised reinforcing on palms and fingers for extra durability

• 1.5mm super-flex neoprene• Available in XS, S-M, L-XL

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8. KEvlAR ClAw

• Ideal for crayfish hunters and extreme diving

• 4mm high stretch neoprene• Ultra tough Kevlar lining on the

palms and fingers ensures rugged durability under the most demanding use

• Velcro closure seals out cold water• Available in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

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9. REEf PRO• Combination of 2mm Neoprene

upper with a soft Amara palm provides a high degree of protection, wear resistance and dexterity

• Velcro wrist strap• Perforated neoprene upper for

increased flexibility• Available in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXLs

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10. MAKO

• 3mm double-glued and blind stitched construction for longevity and reduced water flow

• Anatomical cut for improved comfort and dexterity

• Screened non-skid grip • Wide elastic Velcro® closure

effectively seals out cold water for warmth

• Available in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

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• Tough super grip rubberized sole• Lace top for a comfortable

semi-custom fit• Rubberized toe and heel• Fin strap catch on heel• Drain holes on sides for quick

drying• Padded sides and tongue for

extra comfort• Available in sizes: 5 - 15

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2. ClASSIC bOOT

• Abrasion resistant heel and toe caps• Non-Slip safety sole and heel lug• Batwing zipper panels reduce

water flow • Oversized rustproof YKK zipper for

easy handling & product longevity • 5mm super-stretch neoprene • Available in sizes: 5 - 13

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3. MISSION bOOT

• Angle heel design matches contour of the foot & leg whilst diving to provide superior comfort and finning efficiency.

• Heavy duty angled YKK zipper• Abrasion resistant heel and toe caps• Reinforced inner sole with non-slip

outer tread• 5mm neoprene• Available in sizes: 5 - 13

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4. vENTURE bOOT

• Molded sole with non-slip tread• 5mm double-glued and blind

stitched neoprene construction • Corrosion-proof zipper• Available in Sizes 4 - 14

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Close to the skin, this soft internal fleece combined with high 4-way stretch produces the ultimate comfort / warmth / weight ratio, a true leader amongst man-made fabrics within the water sports industry. Wet or dry, hot or cold, Polytherm helps control your core temperature longer and when wet maintains neutral buoyancy, crucial to divers and any high activity watersports enthusiast. Due to water weight being eliminated the garment becomes an ultra performance piece of equipment- essential to your bodies needs of maintaining a safe and secure temperature. Whether worn as a stand alone garment, under your wetsuit or even clothing, Polytherm is guaranteed to keep you well insulated, flexible, lightweight and free from windchill.

triLaMinatECombining the outer shell and the inter PU layer, the fleece of integrated Polytherm ensures a very high heat and insulation rating. The PU film layer gives this combination added water resistance and high protection from windchill. Used in areas where extreme heat retention is required.

outEr lycra layer is a 180 g/sqm knitted nylon wrap knit Tricot with water repellant treatment to ensure fast water run off and anti wind chill properties.

intEr layer is an impermeable breathable Microporous high stretch PU film which is wind proof and breathable allowing perspiration to be drawn away in hot conditions.

innEr Fleece layer is a 240g/sqm 4 way stretch polyester fleece with elastane. It has Anti Pill treatment, as well as Anti Microbial treatment to reduce odour and eliminate bacteria.

Lavacore uses technically advanced fabrics that have

been engineered exclusively for watersports requiring the ultimate in thermal control and comfort. The unique construction closely matches the stretch of a traditional Lycra garment whilst providing insulation comparative to that of a 2mm Neoprene. However Lavacore remains neutrally buoyant and in complete harmony and it will insulate your bodies inner core.

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Wear as a stand alone full body exposure suit in warmer waters or as an under suit to a standard neoprene wetsuit for added warmth in the cooler months.

• Water resistant outer layer on all lavacore suits facilitates fast water run off and is incredibly quick drying.

• Wind proof middle layer provides anti wind chill properties and ensures you stay warm in cold conditions.

• Antibacterial inner fleece minimising odour and eliminating bacteria.

• 4-way stretch makes Lavacore incredibly comfortable to wear.• Breathable middle layer allows perspiration to be drawn away in

hot conditions.• Lavacore is neutrally buoyant so you won’t be unnecessarily

weighted down.• All Lavacore seams are overlapped during flatlock sewing to ensure

maximum water integrity• Full gusset incorporated into the underarm to offer exceptional arm

movement and stretch.• Sun protection of SPF 30+• Male & Female specific cut available in full length suits, shirts

and vests.• Lavacore is designed and developed in Cooperation with Oceanic,

your guarantee of quality.

Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.Available in Female: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.

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lONg SlEEvED

The ultimate multi-sport thermal garment when superior protection against wind chill and surface splash is required.

• Water resistant outer layer on all lavacore suits facilitates fast water run off and is incredibly quick drying.

• Wind proof middle layer provides anti wind chill properties and ensures you stay warm in cold conditions.

• 4-way stretch makes Lavacore incredibly comfortable to wear.• Vests & shirts have a drawstring and toggle fitted to the base

eliminating ride up and ensures thermal protection in the kidney and lower back areas.

Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.Available in Female: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.

SHORT SlEEvED

An all round multi-sport thermal garment offering protection against wind chill and surface splash coupled with the ultimate flexibility of movement required in extreme sports.

• Water resistant outer layer on all lavacore suits facilitates fast water run off and is incredibly quick drying.

• Wind proof middle layer provides anti wind chill properties and ensures you stay warm in cold conditions.

• 4-way stretch makes Lavacore incredibly comfortable to wear.• Vests & shirts have a drawstring and toggle fitted to the base

eliminating ride up and ensures thermal protection in the kidney and lower back areas.

Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.Available in Female: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.

HOODED vEST

Specifically designed to add an additional warming layer on the torso, head protection and increased comfort when worn under a traditional neoprene wetsuit.

• Water resistant outer layer on all lavacore suits facilitates fast water run off and is incredibly quick drying.

• Wind proof middle layer provides anti wind chill properties and ensures you stay warm in cold conditions.

• 4-way stretch makes Lavacore incredibly comfortable to wear.• Vests & shirts have a drawstring and toggle fitted to the base

eliminating ride up and ensures thermal protection in the kidney and lower back areas.

Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.Available in Female: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.

HOODED lONg SlEEvED

Specifically designed to add an additional warming layer on the entire upper body, head protection and increased comfort when worn under a traditional neoprene wetsuit.

• Water resistant outer layer on all lavacore suits facilitates fast water run off and is incredibly quick drying.

• Wind proof middle layer provides anti wind chill properties and ensures you stay warm in cold conditions.

• 4-way stretch makes Lavacore incredibly comfortable to wear.

• Vests & shirts have a drawstring and toggle fitted to the base eliminating ride up and ensures thermal protection in the kidney and lower back areas.

Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.Available in Female: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.

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Designed for protection against wind and thermal loss in warmer water or equally as effective worn under a dive hood for extra warmth. Available in sizes SM, MD and LG.

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2. vEST

However you want to wear it; under a wetsuit, under a cag jacket, stand alone, or match up with Lavcore shorts, this extremely versatile vest covers your crucial organs from the elements. Available in Male: SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL. Available in Female: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.

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3. PANTS

The perfect lower body thermal protection for watersports such as kayaking, jetskiing and swim training where lower body comfort and flexibility are essential. Couple with any of the Lavacore upper body garments. Available in sizes XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.

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4. SHORTS

Ideal worn alone or as an under suit where comfort and warmth are essential in the lower body. Couple with any of the Lavacore upper body garments for a true multi-purpose thermal protection system. Available in sizes XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, XXL and XXXL.

PLCSP

5. SOCKS

The perfect thermal accessory used stand alone inside a snorkelling fin, or underneath a specific exposure boot for added warmth, comfort and breathability. Available in sizes XS-SM, MD-LG and LG-XL.

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lED 25 CANISTER lIgHT

The LED25 canister system offers the power of HID with the reliability, durability and efficiency of LED technology. This system offers a concentrated beam that is preferred for exploration diving. Powered with a Lithium-ion Polymer rechargeable battery, the LED25 burns at 1250+ lumens of brightness for 8 hours. This single LED offers the advantage of a long 20,000 hour life and the 8 degree beam width is much tighter than multi-LED arrays. Sidemounters - Optional 90 degree version is also now available for applications where rear mounting your canister is necessary.

• 25w LED with 1250+ Lumen light output @5600K• 10A/h 11.1v Lithium-ion Battery with 8 hour burn time• Dry Weight = 5 lbs, Bouyancy = - 2.5 lbs• Delrin canister body with aluminum head• Canister Length: 7.25 inches and Diameter: 2.75 inches• Light Head Length: 3.5 inches and Diameter: 1.75 inches• Max Operating depth 500ft./152m.

lED 15 CANISTER lIgHT

The LED15 canister system offers the power of HID with the reliability, durability and efficiency of LED technology. This system offers a concentrated beam that is preferred for exploration diving. Powered with a Lithium-ion Polymer rechargeable battery, the LED15 burns at 1000+ lumens of brightness for 6 hours. This single LED offers the advantage of a long 20,000 hour life and the 8 degree beam width is much tighter than multi-LED arrays. Sidemounters - Optional 90 degree version is also now available for applications where rear mounting your canister is necessary.

• 1000+ Lumen light output @5600K• 5A/h 11.1v Lithium-ion Battery with 6 hour burn time• Dry Weight = 4 lbs, Bouyancy = - 2 lbs• Delrin canister body with aluminum head• Canister Length: 5.5 inches and Diameter: 2.75 inches• Light Head Length: 3.5 inches and Diameter: 1.75 inches• Max Operating depth 500ft./152m.

HL 206.2002HEAD ONLY WITH 90 CAP - HL206.2002.02

HL206.2001HEAD ONLY WITH 90 CAP - HL206.2001.02

lED 6

Meet the latest “dominator” of the Hollis range of handheld lighting systems the LED 6. An impressive array of features includes a Rear tie-point for bolt snap, Double O-ring seals, Custom Aluminum reflector and Lanyard included. Sit back and watch as 360 Lumens of LED power illuminate any low light situation you’re ever faced with.

• Single 6W Backup Light• Concentrated 8 degree beam• Output 360 Lumens• Burntime - 7 hours total• Bulb life 50,000 hours• T6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum• 3 C alkaline batteries• Depth rated to 650ft/200meters

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• Smart Charger (1.8A) for 11.1V Li-ion / Polymer Rechargeable Battery Pack

• Universal LiPo Smart Charger automatically adjusts to 110/220V current and 50/60Hz frequency.

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ARC 250

Never leave the surface without it. The ARC 250 LED Light is a sleek yet powerful primary light for any dive. This light features easy on-off operation, consistent color and dependable design...all in a beautifully constructed body. The tempered optic glass and mil-spec hard anodized aluminum build material allow the A4 to reach depths of 650ft/200mm with a burn time of 5-8 hours. The ARC 250 cycles between ON (|) and OFF (0) by moving the tail cap switch.

• Output: 250 lumens• Power: 5W• Beam Angle: 8°- 31° Adjustable• Burn Time: 5 - 8 hours• Switch Type: Magnetic• Material: Mil-Spec Hard Anodized 6061-T6 Aluminum• Depth Rating: 650ft/200m• Weight: 9.81 ounces / 0.305 kg (including batteries)

TOARC250

lED 3

Hollis’s goal was to revolutionise primary and backup lighting systems; doing so required extended burn times and efficiency while increasing output, but without the high price tag. Meet the new LED3 light one of the key lights in the range that is now envy of professional and recreational divers worldwide.

• Single 3W “backup” Light• Concentrated 8 degree beam• Output 230 Lumen• Burntime - 6 hours total• Bulb life 50,000 hours• T6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum• 3 “AA” alkaline batteries• Depth rated to 650ft/200meters

HL206.3060

lED 3x ADJUSTAblE

One of the newest and most versatile lights in the new Hollis range is the new LED 3 with Adjustable beam angle. A state of the art PMMA reflector ensure hours of efficiency whilst maintaining optimal output. Designed with Double O-ring seal for optimal sealing and comes standard with lanyard.

• Single 3W “backup” Light• Adjustable 8 - 32 degree beam• Output 210 Lumen• Burntime - 6 hours total• Bulb life 50,000 hours• T6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum• 3 “AAA” alkaline batteries• Depth rated to 650ft/200meters

HL206.3020

lED MINI 3

The Mini 3 Mini light system offers the reliability, durability and efficiency of the Hollis LED technology in a small compact package. It packs as much punch as many of its larger counterparts, whilst still fitting snuggly into the palm of your hand. Stows away practically unnoticed the LED 3 Mini has quickly become the most popular back-up torch to hit the market in years.

• Single 3W backup Light• Concentrated 8 degree beam• Output 210 Lumen• Burntime - 4 hours total• Bulb life 50,000 hours• T6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum• 3 AAA alkaline batteries

HL206.3050

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ARC 220

The ARC 220 LED Light is a sleek yet powerful light for use on any type dive. Take it as your primary or secondary and you wont be disappointed. This light features easy on-off operation, consistent color and dependable design...all in a beautifully constructed body.

• Output: 220 lumens• Power: 3W• Beam Angle: Concentrated 8°• Burn Time: 5 - 8 hours• Switch Type: Magnetic push button tail• Material: Mil-Spec Hard Anodized 6061-T6 Aluminum • Depth Rating: 650ft/200m• Weight: 5.63 ounces /0.175kg (including batteries)

TOARC220

SHOCKwAvE lED

The Princeton Tec SHOCKWAVE LED has been expanded from 170 to 400 lumens of brut power giving a maximum beam distance of 155m. Features 3 Maxbright LEDs, 2 light levels & LED heat regulation. Triple three watt Maxbright LEDs combined with Princeton Tec’s proprietary optics offer unprecedented brightness and beam smoothness. 9 watts of pure brute power is offered with two modes of illumination, high for super bright and low for extended battery life of up to 20 hours. The light output is calibrated for both close range tasks and spotting at a distance. The Shockwave LED is engineered to be impact resistant and waterproof to 100 meters.

• Power: 400 Lumens• Lamp: 3 maxbright LED’s• Burn Time: 20 Hours• Beam Distance: 155m• Batteries: 8 C Alkaline• Weight: 1075g

TOSWLED

MINIwAvE lED

The little brother to the Shockwave LED, the Miniwave LED has been beefed up from 150 lumens to 337 brut power giving a maximum beam distance of 145m. Also featuring 3-Maxbright LEDs with 10,000 hours of burn time and a smooth powerful white light, the Miniwave has 10 hours of burntime, is half the weight of the Shockwave and features a perfect streamlined fit for a variety of diving options. 2 modes of illumination give the option of high for super bright & low for extended battery life.

• Power: 337 Lumens• Lamp: 3 Maxbright LED’s• Burn Time: 10 Hours• Beam Distance: 145m• Batteries: 4 C Alkaline• Weight: 650g

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lED PACK

The LED Pack is just that - an all LED light kit including the Shockwave LED, Impact XL and Eco Flare. The pack also includes our coiled lanyard for easy attachment of the Shockwave LED and a mini retractor for the Impact XL. No matter where your adventure is, or where it takes you, this all purpose kit will provide endless hours of illumination and reliability.

Includes the following Princeton Tec Torches:• Shockwave LED• Impact XL• Eco Flare

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With its Maxbright LED, the Torrent LED is small enough for looking into tiny crevices but has the power to be a primary dive light if needed. The durable LED bulb will last about 10,000 hours and will bring out the true colours of all your underwater adventures.

• Power: 95 Lumens• Lamp: Maxbright LED• Burn Time: 30 Hours• Beam Distance: 75m• Batteries: 8 AA Alkaline• Weight: 365g

TEC 40

This compact halogen unit provides the highest power-to weight ratio of any light in its class. the non-slip rubber grip ensures you’ll be able to securely hold the light even if you’re diving at 100 metres, and the twist-activated switch prevents accidental turn-on.

• Power: 28 lumens• Lamp: halogen Bulb• Burn Time: 5 hours• Beam Length: 108m• Batteries: 4 AA Alkaline• Weight: 181g

TOIMXL TOT40

lEAgUE 100

Light weight and comfortable shape make Princeton Tec’s brand new handheld waterproof dive light, the League 100, the ideal backup light in the water. This light even feels good enough to become your favorite on dry land. This unobtrusive light hides out of the way until it is turned on. The sculpted shape makes it feel like an extension of your hand and it provides impressive output for its size.

• Power: 210 Lumens• Lamp: 1 maxbright LED’s• Burn Time: 10 Hours• Batteries:4 AA Alkaline• Weight: 203g

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TORRENT lED

The Torrent LED was designed for the diver who wants high performance in a smaller package. The upgraded Princeton Tec Torrent LED jumps from 47 lumens to 95 lumens of powerful light giving a beam distance of 75m. With its 3 watt maxbright LED, the Torrent LED is small enough for looking into tiny crevices but has the power to be a primary dive light if needed. The Torrent features 10,000 hours of burn time with a smooth powerful white light and 30 hours of battery burntime. The Torrent incorporates a locking switch that prevents accidental activation and can be used with any glove thickness. This 8AA dive light is excellent for local diving or for putting in your gear bag for vacational travel.

• Power: 95 Lumens• Lamp: Maxbright LED• Burn Time: 30 Hours• Beam Distance: 75m• Batteries: 8 AA Alkaline• Weight: 365g

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T-REx

• One Piece blade eliminates the risk of breaking from the handle

• Ergonomic grip makes the knife easy to use • Finger guard and thumb ridge protects your fingers

from accidents • Line cutter designed to allow you to cut entangling

lines only by feel • Blade length 9cm, overall length 20cm• Available in lightweight Titanium or 304 Stainless Steel

HUNTSMAN

The Huntsman Dive Knife has the most effective dive locking mechanism ever made and with the comfort neoprene sheath is the top choice of luxury dive knives ever released by Oceanic.

• Neoprene sheath for comfort and automatic compensation for wet suit or dry suit compression

• User adjustable with quick disconnect buckles• Solid Titanium Blade with Hammer End• Tear-Drop blade design• Serrated top edge for sawing and cutting • Line cutter• Quick disassemble blade for easy cleaning• Ergonomic Sure Hand Grip with Lanyard Hole• Blade length 125mm, Overall length 255mm

STAINLESS STEEL - ATKN200STITANIUM - ATKN200T

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ATRAx

The Atrax family of knives have been designed to accomodate a wide range of uses for the Diver. A High quality range of knives with all essential features covered.

• Quick Lock and Release Durable Plastic Sheath• Tough Adjustable Rubber Straps• Solid High Grade 304 Stainless Steel• Line Cutter• Full Rubber Hand-Grip with Lanyard Hole• Solid Hammer end that unscrews to release

entire blade for easy cleaning• Avaialble in Point, Blunt or Dagger Blade Options• Blade length 125mm, Overall length 255mm

RAPTOR

• The Raptor Knife’s revolutionary styling along with it’s compact and light-weight design allows for easy installation on any BCD

• Built-in line cutter easily cuts through monofilament lines• Three different mounting options included: Backplate, Hose,

Belt Clip• Easy in / easy out secure lock sheath• 304 Stainless Steel Blade• Blade length 7.9cm, Overall length 17cm

SPINNER

• Designed to mount on leg/arm or an Oceanic BC• Solid 304 stainless steel blade feature razor-sharp

smooth and serrated cutting surfaces • Line cutter and metal butt for signaling • Available in point or blunt tip • Compact quick-release sheath features one-hand release • Comes standard with leg/arm straps and BC mounting kit

RANgER

A compact and convenient BC knife featuring the quick lock / release system on the sheath for ease of operation and safety.

• 304 Stainless Steel• 7cm length blade• Lightweight and Durable• Includes a hose mounting bracket to attach onto your LP

or HP hoses• Available in point and blunt

POINT - ATKN170SPBLUNT - ATKN170SB

POINT - KNBCRABLUNT - KNBCRAB

POINT - KNSPBLUNT - KNSPBL

POINT - KNATP BLUNT - KNATBDAGGER - KNATD

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1. AbAlONE TOOl

• Heavy duty Stainless Steel with contoured vinyl grip & adjustable nylon lanyard

• 14” x 1.5” Stainless Steel is cut at the optimum angles ensuring ease of use whilst minimising damage to animals and the environment

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2. HOllIS TRAUMA SHEARS

Hollis Trauma Shears are an extremely effective and effecient way of cutting your lines. Neatly secured in a tough nylon sheath, the Hollis Trauma shears can be tucked away and streamlined when not in use.

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3. TITANIUM lINECUTTER

• Light weight titanium line cutter with serrated blade

• Moulded design for ultimate comfort• Velcro closure• Vertical or horizontal mounting

options onto your harness

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4. DIvERS TOOl

• The divers tool stands alone as the best multi-purpose dive tool available today. Never again will you miss a dive because of minor infield repair or gear reconfiguration

• Includes: Open end wrenches 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 13/16, 15mm, Screwdrivers 1/8, flat, #1, Phillips Allen wrenches 3/16, 5/32, Multi-purpose tool (pointed)

ACDT

5. MANTIS KNIfE

• 304 grade Stainless steel• Moulded durable plastic handle• 14cm blade with hammer end• Polymer sheath with lock-ring

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• 304 grade Stainless steel• Ergonomic grip handle• 14cm blade with hammer end• Serrated blade with line cutter

KNOPKO

7. ADDER

• 420 grade Stainless Steel • Snap lock foldable design • Serrated saw edge and line cutter • Nylon safety lock sheath

KNOPAD

8. AQUATEC KNIfE STRAPS

• One long and one short strap• Comfortable elastic strap and

easy attach / release buckle system

ATKN-200-1

9. UNIvERSAl KNIfE STRAPS

• Secure Belt buckle adjustment• Hard wearing rubber

KNZS

10. TRAUMA SHEARS

An essential piece of safety equipment, Trauma Shears are designed to quickly and effeciently cut through lines in an emergency situation. Neatly secured in a tough nylon sheath, with snap hook attachment the Trauma shears can be tucked away and streamlined when not in use.

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The Cruz Package Includes:Cruz BCDThe most rugged BCD released by Oceanic, the Cruz features all of what the higher end BCD’s pack. The Cruz will take you from Open Water to Advanced and beyond!

Veo 1.0 ComboIdeal for beginner through to intermediate diver, this computer features state of the art technology and features. Including Oceanic’s exclusive Dual AlgorithmTM technology.

GT3 CDX5Set it and forget it. The GT3 puts you in control with the patented Dynamic adjustment to suit any condition you face on your dive. The CDX5 also features D.V.T.TM and is Nitrox compatible.

Alpha 9 OccyA top performing alternate air source with orthodontic mouthpiece and Nitrox compatibility. Combined with the latest Maxflex® hose this Occy is super easy, light and comfortable.

Customise your package by upgrading your Oceanic BCD, Computer, Regulator and / or Occy. See in stores for details.

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Bags/Luggage

1. SlINg bAg

• Stylish feature packed, lightweight & compact

• Durable PVC Tarpaulin construction• External seams sealing and dry zips• Cross body carry strap with

multiple adjustment points• Reinforced 25mm Daisy Chain

webbing for accessory attachment.• Dimensions (cm):

48 x 36 x 50

2. DElUxE ROllER DUfflE

• The latest revolution in Ultra-light dive bags

• 1680 Denier & PVC construction• Smooth action skate wheels• Quick Release Retractable handle• External access Wet/Dry

compartment• Compression straps for security in

transit.• Twin compartment design with

ample pace for 2 sets of dive gear.• Reinforced handles and stress

points for ultimate durability• Dimensions (cm):

60 x 41 x 81

3. ROllER DUfflE

• Ultra-light design, with features plenty.

• 1680 Denier / PVC construction• Ergonomic Retractable handle• Smooth action skate wheels• Compact single compartment

design with clamshell front access• Reinforced handle and stress points

for ultimate durability• Dimensions (cm):

45 x 34 x 81cm

4. CARgO DUfflE

• Large enough to carry a complete set of dive gear plus some

• Carry using shoulder strap or hand held

• Side fin compartment • Dimensions (cm):

77 x 32 x 36• Weight (empty): 0.9 kg

BACADU

5. CARgO MESH DUfflE

• PVC coated mesh construction is lightweight, and allows easy gear rinsing and drying

• Features carrying handle and removable shoulder strap

• Internal semi-dry pocket for keys, wallet and credit card

• Dimensions (cm): 66 x 33 x 33

• Weight (empty): 1.1 kg

BACAMD

6. CARgO DElUxE REg bAg

• Unique round shape allows the regulator to be stored in a gently rolled position, the best way to store a diving regulator to prevent stress on the hoses

• Full-zip for easy access• Includes carry handle, removable

shoulder strap and luggage tag • Dimensions (cm): 28 x 13

BACADR

7. REgUlATOR bAg

• Full zip for easy access• Convenient carry handle• Dimensions (cm):

34 x 34 x 10

BARD

8. wATERPROOf POUCH

• Triple folded interlock sealed bag

• Velcro lock closure• Available in Small 13x18cm and

Medium 18x25cm

BAOPDP

9. DRY bAg

• Roll-down, quick-lock closure system

• Durable strength PVC dry-bag• Available in 12, 30 and

60 litre

BAOPDB

10. TRANSPORTER bAg

• Strong heat-sealed large PVC bag.• Completely waterproof allowing

gear to be rinsed and washed inside the bag itself.

• Release cap at one end to drain water.

• Dimensions (cm): 84 x 35 x 40 (95 litre)

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The Cruz Package Includes:Cruz BCDThe most rugged BCD released by Oceanic, the Cruz features all of what the higher end BCD’s pack. The Cruz will take you from Open Water to Advanced and beyond!

Veo 1.0 ComboIdeal for beginner through to intermediate diver, this computer features state of the art technology and features. Including Oceanic’s exclusive Dual AlgorithmTM technology.

GT3 CDX5Set it and forget it. The GT3 puts you in control with the patented Dynamic adjustment to suit any condition you face on your dive. The CDX5 also features D.V.T.TM and is Nitrox compatible.

Alpha 9 OccyA top performing alternate air source with orthodontic mouthpiece and Nitrox compatibility. Combined with the latest Maxflex® hose this Occy is super easy, light and comfortable.

Customise your package by upgrading your Oceanic BCD, Computer, Regulator and / or Occy. See in stores for details.

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Safety

1. SEEKER REElS

• Advanced materials and construction

• Handle sized appropriately for both warm/cold water

• 6061-T6 hard anodized aluminum

• Glass filled nylon spool• Marine grade stainless

components• Nylon braided line• Includes: Reel, Line and SS

Boltsnap

200FT - HL203.9200400ft - HL203.9250800ft - HL203.9500

2. MARKER bUOY wITH SlINg POUCH

• Available in ANSI Safety Orange or Emergency Yellow

• Comes with quick deploy pouch

• Hybrid Inflation design - Oral / Power Inflate or via regulator

• Ideal for CCR divers who don’t have easy access to a 2nd stage for inflation

• Anti spill self sealing duck bill closure ensures tube stays inflated

• Mini HLI dump valve allows gas to vent during ascent or to depressurise bag at surface

• Reflective tape for night diving• Approx 12 kg of lift

HL208.2010

3. lIfT bAgS

• Available in either 125 & 60 lb Lift Capacity

• Nylon used to resist tears and mildew

• High-vis bright orange • Over pressure relief valve with

pull dump at the base • Stainless D-ring for line

attachment • Handle at the top of the lift

bag for easy handling

125lbs - HL208.2125.0360lbs - HL208.2060.03

4. wRECK REElS

• A traditional handled reel for the cave or wreck diver who is venturing in overhead, silt prone or virgin environments

• Friction brakes are fitted to avoid run-on (bird nesting), and a large knob assembly is designed for easy use with or without gloves

• A locking nut and stainless steel eye snap offers safe, secure stowing when not in use

• Available in 45m and 82m

45M - ACRW4582M - ACRW82

5. fINgER REElS

• The finger reel is ideal for divers of all levels as jump reels or for use with marker buoys and lift bags

• Includes a double-end stainless steel bolt snap for convenient stowing

• Available in 15m, 30m, 45m

ACRF

6. lINE ARROwS

• Use to provide a tactile reference on a dive line to point to the exit of the overhead environment.

• Available singularly or in packs of 12

HLALA

7. DECO bUOY wITH POUCH

• Unique one way Duck Bill valve

• Over Pressure Relief valve• High Visability Dual Orange

and Yellow colouring for maximum visibility on the water and from the air

• Lead weighted opening• Includes velcro closure seal

pouch and BC clip• Dimensions: 18cm x 122cm

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8. MARKER bOUY ClOSED CEll COMPACT

• Self Sealing base to maintain floatation on surface

• Stainless D-ring for line attachment

• Over pressure relief valve allows the marker buoy to be used as a lift bag offering 40lbs of lift

• Can be filled manually or with a low pressure inflator hose

• High viz orange or emergency yellow for maximum visabilty when required

• Measures 125cm in length

HL208.2021.03

9. PSD ORAl INflATE

• Dimensions (cm): 15 x 183• Dual colouring for maximum

visibility on the water and from the air

• Maximum 3 breath inflation• Screw lock inflation valve

prevents air escaping once inflated

• Includes Velcro closure seal and BC clip

PSDOPOI

10. PSD ECONOMY

• Dimensions: 15cm x 127cm• Neon orange colouring for

maximum visibility on the water

• Strategic weight positioning to prevent air escape on the surface

• Tough PVC material for product longevity

• Reinforced webbing loop for underwater deployment

PSDB

11. SIgNAl TUbE

• A high visibility signaling device at an economical price.

• 2m total length.

PSDOPOR

12. DIvE flOAT wITH flAg

• High visibility orange with detachable dive flag for safety

• Inflatable internal bladder for replacement if necessary

• High visibility float line included

DIVE FLOAT WITH FLAG - FLOPORFLAG & POLE - FLOZFL

13. PvC DIvE flAg

• The compulsory item for every Australian diver

• Constructed from tough, durable PVC

• Rugged, easy to mount and remains visible in all conditions

• Available in small (25cm x 35cm) and large (41cm x 52cm)

SMALL - ACDFSLARGE - ACDFL

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H320

This innovative DPV sets the standard for future design of tow behind scooters. We use an industry first, frameless DC motor which is fit into the aluminum tail assembly. This allows water to draw heat from the motor and electronics assembly instead of internal cooling which is much less efficient. Our improved design also allows the motor to be removed without the need for tools if necessary. The H-320 is operable with one hand and has a trigger switch that allows divers to vary between 7 power settings on the fly. Select the power setting and use the thumb lock to set the underwater cruise control.

• 6061 T6 aluminum construction, hard anodized, with a marine finish• Fixed Pitch propeller cast from Aluminum• 7 power settings with shift on the fly capability• Redundant seals in all compartments• Redundant electronic and mechanical clutch• Graduated start for smooth and controlled speeds• Smart electronics to protect the motor and battery• Magnetic Reed switch • 50 minute run time at 100% power with full charge (run time of 3 hours

at cruise)• Depth rating: 656ft (200m)• 44.4v 23a/h Li-Polymer Battery Pack• H-320 - provides 85lbs of thrust (upgraded from Tahoe Benchmark 2011

report)• Perfect balance in the water for easy handling• User accessible battery pack - keyed operation (no tools required)• Optional trim weights• Selectable input (110/220V) automatic charger• 4 hour recharge• Weight: 41.5lbs

HL250.1232

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blADEfISH 5000

Withstand deep dive durations of a maximum 120 minutes at variable cruising speeds to a maximum depth of 40 metres.

• Model BF5000• Power 18V Li-ion• Max Speed 5.25 km/h• No. of speeds - 3 speed• Max Run Time 120min• Charger - fast charger• Depth Rating 40m / 130ft

blADEfISH 7000

The new Powerful 7000 Turbo Bladefish with four speeds, up to 6.5 km/h, fast charging, and 120 minutes run time.

• Model BF7000• Power 18V Li-ion• Max Speed 6.5 km/h• No. of speeds - 4 speed• Max Run Time 120min• Charger - fast charger• Depth Rating 40m / 130ft

blADEfISH 3000

Re-charges to 80% capacity in less than an hour and takes you down to a maximum depth of 30 meters at the fast cruising speed of 4.25 km/h.

• Model BF3000• Power 18V Li-ion• Max Speed 4.25 km/h• No. of speeds 1 speed• Max Run Time 40min• Charger - Fast• Depth Rating 30m / 100ft

1. CHARgER 2. HANDlE flOAT

1. Charger• 12 volt Battery Charger for use in your car or boat• Great for on location charging• Small and compact• Fits 3000, 5000 & 7000 models of Bladefish

Charger 12 Volt - BFCH12Charger 18 Volt - BFCH18 Car Charger 12 Volt - BFCH

2. Handle Float - Pair• Two accessory floats to make the model

bouyant in the sea and fresh water.• Suits model 5000 and 7000.

BFFL

BF5000BF7000

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General Accessories

1. STANDARD lP HOSE

LP MAXFLO HOSE 22” - HL204.2382.022LP MAXFLO HOSE 30” STANDARD - REZLPH30LP MAXFLO HOSE 36” - REZLPH36BKLP MAXFLO HOSE 36” YELLOW - REZLPH36LP MAXFLO HOSE 40” - HL204.2382.040LP MAXFLO HOSE 60” - HL204.2382.060LP MAXFLO HOSE 84” - HL204.2382.084

2. MAxflEx REg HOSE

MAXFLEX REG HOSE 30” STD. REG - REZHM30MAXFLEX REG HOSE 36” BK (OCTO) - REZHM36MAXFLEX REG HOSE 36” YL (OCTO) - REZHM36YMAXFLEX REG HOSE 48” 4 FOOT - REZHM48MAXFLEX REG HOSE 30” DELTA 4.2 SWIVEL - REZHMSDMAXFLEX REG HOSE 30” EOS SWIVEL - REZHMSEO

3. AIRMASTER lP HOSE blACK

AIRMASTER LP HOSE 60” - AMRE60BKAIRMASTER LP HOSE 72” - AMRE72BKAIRMASTER LP HOSE 84” - AMRE84BK

4. STANDARD HP HOSE

HP HOSE 6” - HL204.2380.006HP HOSE 24” - HL204.2380.024HP HOSE 28” - HL204.2380.028HP HOSE 36” - GAZHPHSPG36

5. AIRMASTER HP HOSE blACK

AIRMASTER HP HOSE 36” - AMHP36BKAIRMASTER HP HOSE 30” - AMHP30BKAIRMASTER HP HOSE 24” - AMHP24BKAIRMASTER HP HOSE 22” - AMHP22BKAIRMASTER HP HOSE 6” - AMHP6BK

6. STANDARD QD INflATOR HOSE

QD INFLATOR HOSE 15” - HL204.2381.015QD INFLATOR HOSE 22” - HL204.2381.022QD INFLATOR HOSE 26” - BCZIH26QD INFLATOR HOSE 30” - BCZIH30QD INFLATOR HOSE 32” - BCZIH32

7. AIRMASTER QD INflATOR HOSE blACK

AIRMASTER LP QD HOSE 22” - AMBCI22BKAIRMASTER LP QD HOSE 24” - AMBCI24BKAIRMASTER LP QD HOSE 26” - AMBCI26BKAIRMASTER LP QD HOSE 28” - AMBCI28BKAIRMASTER LP QD HOSE 30” - AMBCI30BK

8. MAxflEx AIR xS QD INflATOR HOSE

MAXFLEX AIR XS INFLATOR HOSE 26” - 8419.26MAXFLEX AIR XS INFLATOR HOSE 30” - 8419.30

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10. THIgH POCKET

The Hollis thigh pocket provides an excellent alternative to a permanently attached drysuit or wetsuit thigh pocket. Easy to attach and remove, and large enough to fit any necessary accessories.

HL277.0024

11. UTIlITY POCKET

• Bellowed velcro pocket for easy access and compact fit

• 2in (5.1cm) webbing slot for easy attachment

• Includes Stainless grommet for quick water drain

HL208.1029

12. MASK POCKET

• Zippered pocket for secure closure

• Fits any BC or weight belt with standard 2 inch webbing

• 1000 Cordura • Stainless grommet for quick

water drain

HL208.1030

13. REg NECKlACE ADJUSTAblE

Favoured by Tech divers, the Hollis Reg necklace is designed to keep your alternate air source close to the mouth for instant availability.

HL240.4152

14. UNDERwATER NOTEbOOK

• Pencil included attached by a lanyard

• Option to refill pages• Completely waterprooff

HL220.8122REFILLS - HL220.8122.1

15. ElASTIC HANDlE ASSEMblY

Traditional style hand mount, the Elastic Goodman is made from elastic nylon. Orientation of the handle base is straight across the top of the hand. Adjustable by loosening or tightening the nylon band found on either side of handle. This handle is screwed directly to the LED16 only.

HL206.2002

16. TANK PRESSURE gAUgE

• Convenient checking of tank pressure to 300 Bar

• Available in Din or Yoke

YOKE - GAPHYDIN - GAPHD

17. TANK vAlvE PROTECTORS

• Eliminates water & dust intrusion into tank valve

• Protects sealing O-rings• Looped attachment lanyard

ACTVPBK

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1. ADJUSTAblE TANK CARRIER

• Webbing straps designed to take the effort out of carrying your heavy dive tanks

ACTC

2. flExIblE INSPECTION lAMP

• Flexible LED light head• One touch or lockable power

switch• Takes two AA batteries

ACFIL

3. wEbbINg wEIgHTbElT

• Ultratough nylon construction• Stainles steel lock and buckle

WBOPW

4. COMfO wEIgHTbElT

• Soft padded weightbelt offering superior comfort

• Individual reinforced weight pockets

• Stainless Steel buckle• Comes with plastic accessory

D-rings • Available in 4, 5, 6 and 7

pocket

WBOPI

wEIgHT bElT bUCKlE 5a. PlASTIC 5b. STAINlESS STEEl

• Spare buckle to fit all webbing and ingot weightbelts

• Available in Stainless Steel and durable engineered plastic

• To fit weightbelt 2mm+

PLASTIC - WBBOSTAINLESS STEEL - WBBOPSS

6. wEIgHT KEEPER SERRATED

• Serrated design offers increased holding power

• Marine-grade Stainless Steel

WKSS

7. wEIgHT KEEPER STANDARD

• Keep your weights in the perfect position

• Marine-grade Stainless Steell

WKSSF

8. wEIgHT KEEPER DElRON

• For use with webbing weightbelt to secure weights in position

• The serrated design offers increased holding power

WK

9. RETRACTOR wITH RINg

• Keeps gear neatly tucked way• Hardened snap clip &

stainless split ring • Extends to 70cm

RETWR

10. RETRACTOR wITH ClIP

• Keeps gear neatly tucked way• 2 x snap hardened snap clips• Extends to 70cm

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11. lOCKINg RETRACTOR

• Keeps gear neatly tucked away• Swivel snap clip & Stainless split

ring • Extends to 75cm

GG-108BK

12. MINI RETRACTOR

• Keeps gear neatly tucked away• Swivel snap clip &

Stainless split ring • Extends to 50cm

GG-107BK

13. JON lINE wITH ZINC HOOK

• Designed to tether in strong currents & deco stops

• Heavy duty shock line with wire interior

• Stainless steel hook & snaps

AC-94-2

14. COIlED lANYARD

• 25mm webbing• Quick release buckle and

snap lock attachment clip• Stretches to 1m unlocked

ACCL

15. OCTOPUS HOlDER

• Adjustable lanyard for quick release of occy

• Swivel snap clip

GG-105

16. SIlICONE OCCY HOlDER

• Secure your alternate air source to one of your BCD D rings with this bright yellow silicone occy holder.

• A quick tug frees the occy for use.

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1. bC HOSE ClIP

• Two hose connection points• Snap clip closure with swivel

HCSBK

2. MUlTI PURPOSE HANgER

• Reversable shoulder arches for use with a wetsuit

• Non-corroding plastic• Holds regulator (din or yoke)

BC and much more

ACHA

3. MAgNETIC OCCY HOlDER

• Unique magnetic design holds occy hose securely in place

• Stainless split ring attachment point

AC-101A

4. DOUblE bOlT SNAP

• Double ended bolt snap• Stainless Steel• Available in 90 and 100mm

90MM - ACYDES90100MM - ACYDES100

5. SwIvEl bOlT SNAP

• Swivel Bolt Snap with 1 Inch loop

• Stainless Steel• Avaialble in 88 and 96mm

88MM - ACYSBS8896MM - ACYSBS96

6. TRIggER SNAP

• Trigger Snap 65mm• Stainless Steel

ACYTS65

7. bUTTERflY SNAP

• 3.6 Inch Butterfly snap with swivel loop and oversized clip grip

• Stainless Steel

ACYSQS

8. gENERAl PURPOSE SNAP

• 3.4 Inch General Purpose Snap with swivel loop

• Stainless Steel

ACYGP

9. QUICK lINK

• 40 and 49mm quick link with threaded closure nut

• Stainless Steel

40MM - ACYQL4049MM - ACYQL49

10. D-RINg

Available in:• 2 Inch Standard• 2 Inch Fixed D-ring welded at

90 degrees• 2 Inch Fixed D-ring welded at

90 degrees - Extended• 2 Inch Standard D-ring

STANDARD - HLCDR2FIXED - HLCDR90EXTENDED - HLCDR90E

11. SPlIT RINgS

Available in:• Stainless Steel - ¾ Inch• Stainless Steel - 1 Inch• Stainless Steel - 1.2 Inch

¾ - HLCSRS1 - HLCSRM1.2 - HLCSRL

12. bElT lOOP wITH 2” SNAP ClIP

• 1 Inch reinforced nylon webbing

• S/S swivel bolt snap attached

ACSHBK

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13. SlATE 3 PIECE

• A curved design that fits comfortably around the wrist with Velcro strap and 2 bungees for easy attachment

• Multiple 3 in 1 layers• Pencil included

SW3

14. QUICK RElEASE SlATE

• Handy quick release writing slate

• Includes lead pencil• Available in Small and Large

Sizes

SMALL - ACSSLARGE - ACSXL

15. DOUblE lEvEl SlATE

• Double Level writing slate• Stretch lanyard pencil holder• High quality Clip that holds

the slate secure to your BC D-rings

ACSOL

16. DIvE SAvER KIT

• A convenient waterproof container housing common spares for emergency in-field service, that can save your dive

• Contains: O-ring, mouthpiece, cable tie, fin buckle, fin strap, snorkel keeper and mask strap

ACSDK

17. TANK 0-RINg HOlDER wITH bRASS PICK

• Aluminium tank with key ring so you will always have spare O’Rings on hand

• Available with or without O’Ring Pick

AC-48

18. TANK RATTlE

• Used commonly by divers, Dive Masters and Scuba Instructors throughout the world, the tank rattle is a cost effective means of getting your dive buddy’s attention

• A simple rattle sends sounds up to 30m underwater, no more wasted dive time chasing your buddy

ACTR

19. DRY bOx

• Keeps personal items dry and protected

• Hard durable plastic with threaded O’ring seal

• Ideal bigger size to fit your keys, phone, cash and more

• Adjustable Lanyard included

ACDB

20. DElUxE UNDERwATER NOTEbOOK

• Pencil with stretch lanyard• Refillable pages• Size: 12.5 cm x 20 cm• Plastic D-ring attachment

point

NOTEBOOK - ACNBREFILLS - ACNBI

21. CYlUME STICKS

• Quick snap operation offers easy identification in low light

• Handy 6” size to fit in BC pocket

GS

22. lANYARD STANDARD

• The perfect accessory for securing your torch or camera

• Strong wrist lanyard with rubber sleeve

• Spring loaded lock for extra security

ACL

23. DUO AlERT

• An underwater horn that allows you to signal your dive buddy effortlessly at the press of a button by generating a loud “quacking” sound

• Signals underwater and on the surface

• Volume approx. 115-125dB• Fits standard inflator system

and Air XS2

STANDARD - ATAH38001AIR XS2 - ATAH38003

24. DUO fREQUENCY wHISTlE

• Duo Frequency can be heard from greater distances.

• Split ring clip for easy connection.

• Available in safety orange.

ATWT-230

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Care & Maintenance

1. AQUASEAl

• Permanent, high strength repairs and sealing for wetsuits, drysuits and all watersport products

• The industry standard for durability

• Available in 0.75oz.

M10114

2. AQUASEAl Uv-CURE

• Make instantaneous field repairs to minor tears and pinholes in waders, wetsuits, rainwear and other outdoor gear.

• Aquaseal UV cures in seconds when exposed to the sun.

• Solvent free formula works in both overcast or full light conditions.

M10612

3. SEAl CEMENT

• Fast neoprene cement for instant repairs on wetsuits, drysuits, boots and gloves.

• Quick cure time.• Available in 2oz in black or clear.

M14114

4. SEA gOlD

• The number 1 rated dive mask anti-fog by Rodale’s SCUBA DIVING Magazine.

• Clear gel formula.• Safe for all types of glass and

plastic lenses and will not harm silicone or rubber support frames.

• Available in 1.25oz with or without backing card.

M40851

5. SEA DROPS

• The world’s most popular dive mask anti-fog.

• A liquid formula that also provides gentle cleaning.

• Also perfect for eye glasses, binoculars and telescopes etc.

• Available in 1.25oz with or without backing card.

M40220

6. SEA bUff

• Dive Mask pre-cleaner prepares the surface for the first application of Sea Gold or Sea Drops.

• Essential for periodic heavy cleaning for dive masks.

• Also ideal as a slate cleaner.• Available in 1.25oz with or without

backing card.

BLISTER - M40831LOOSE - M40835

7. wETSUIT/DRYSUIT SHAMPOO

• Specialised cleaning formula for neoprene, latex, trilaminates and numerous other fabrics.

• Removes organic residue, chlorine and salt deposits preventing premature aging and oxidation.

• Available in 8oz.

8oz - M30120

8. bC lIfE

• The best complete cleaning and maintenance system for all BC’s.

• Leaves BC shell, interior lining, hoses and valves free of salt crystals, chlorine and residue.

8oz - M34118

9. MIRAZYME

• A unique all natural anti-microbial formula that penetrates into the pores of fabric, rubber, and even hard surfaces to eliminate odor.

• An endless amount of uses including clothing, wetsuits, boots, gloves, bags and more.

• Available in 2oz and 8oz.

8oz - M361152oz - M36132

10. Uv TECH

• Protects all types of gear from sun damage and color fading.

• Preserves and rejuvenates hundreds of materials including wet and dry suit materials, Latex, PVC and Hypalon.

• Available in 4oz and 12 oz.

12oz - M227984oz - M22795

11. IRON MEND

• Iron-on repair fabric, provides strong, flexible, permanent repairs for neoprene.

• Line with BarritexTM for extra abrasion resistance.

• Iron Mend may be used to repair neoprene dry suits, wet suits, waders, neoprene gloves and boots, orthopedic supports, and lycra body suits.

• Includes: 10”x6” Knee-Pad Patch, Reusable Heat Shielding and Detailed Instructions.

M16110

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Care & Maintenance

12. SEAl SAvER

• Protects and conditions drysuit seals, gaskets, O-rings and rubber

• Designed to preserve and maintain latex and neoprene seals while inhibiting deterioration and also providing a high gloss finish

• Available in 1.25oz

M24116

13. ZIP CARE

• Liquid zipper cleaner and lubricant offering the ultimate care for plastic, nylon or metal zippers

• A unique push-pull brush cleans between teeth whilst removing dirt, salt and sand

• Available in 2oz

M29116

14. ZIP TECH

• Heavy duty formula for multi-dive lubrication of all water tight and air tight zippers

• The industry standard silicone-free protectant against rust, corrosion, chlorine and salt in all temperatures

• Available in 0.5 travel pack

M27110

15. MAx wAx

• Max Wax is a silicone-based zipper lubricant in a solid stick form.

• Max Wax provides maximum lubrication and protection for wet suits, dry suits, gear bags, luggage, sleeping bags, convertible tops and more

• Maintains, protects and prolongs zipper life

M28115

16. SIlICONE gREASE

• Silicone grease lubricates and conditions rubber products such as O-rings and other regulator and valve system components

• Ideal for breathing apparatus, B.C.D.s, hoses, cylinder O-rings, cameras and more

• Available in 0.25 oz

M26120

17. SIlICONE SPRAY/PUMP

• Highest quality formula lubricates and protects sensitive rubber products and protects against rust, salt, oxidation and corrosion

• Conditions neoprene, rubber, leather and more

• Available in 11.5oz.

M20414

18. ANKlE wEIgHTS

• Reduces leg and fin bouyancy and minimises back stress for a safer, more comfortable dive

• Easy draining Delrin™ buckles securely fasten weights and can be easily released with one hand

• Regular (1.5kg per pair) and Long (1.8kg per pair)

REGULAR - M72101LONG - M73101

19. CAMO fORM

• Quickly turn your knife or reflective accessories into camo mode

• Adheres to itself with no sticky residue when removed

• Stays solidly in place and won’t sag once wet.

M19411

20. vAlUE PACK

Every diver will appreciate this Diver’s Value Pack for protecting, repairing and preserving valuable dive equipment. Each Value Pack includes our most popular “Essentials for Adventure”:• 1 oz. Aquaseal® Urethane Repair Adhesive

and Sealant

• 1.25 oz. Sea Gold™ Anti-Fog Gel for Masks

• 1.25 oz. Sea Buff™ Mask Pre-Cleaner

• 2 oz. Zip Care™ Zipper Cleaner & Lubricant

• 8 oz. B.C. Life™ BCDs Cleaner & Conditioner

• 8oz. Wet Suit & Dry Suit Shampoo

• 8 oz. MiraZyme™ Odor Eliminator

• Packed in a handy carry bag

M87088

21. CARE & REPAIR gUIDE

• A comprehensive instructional guide for all M-Essential products.

• Easy colour coded system.• Handy DL sized booklet.• Available at no charge.

M99963

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116 aPParel

Apparel

1. OCEANIC T-SHIRT

• Cotton T-Shirt.• Unisex regular fit.• Available in Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

and XXXL

CCTDT

2. OCEANIC CAP

• Adjustable strap• One size fits all• Available in Sand and Grey

GREY - CLCAPDGSAND - CLCAPST

3. OCEANIC bEANIE

• Ribbed design• Comfort fit streatch acrylic• One size fits all

CLB

4. HOllIS T-SHIRT

• Cotton T-Shirt.• Unisex regular fit.• Available in Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

and XXXL

CCHOLLIS

5. HOllIS flEECE JACKET

• Thick fleece zippered jacket• Black outer with charcoal shepherd

fleece lining• Available in Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

CLFNL

6. HOllIS bEANIE

• Ribbed design• Comfort fit streatch acrylic• One size fits all

CLBH

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Price guide

Pg. bcds msrP31 Excursion2 759.0031 HD100 729.9531 ProbeHLC 759.0032 Hera 759.0032 Cruz 699.9532 Ride 519.9533 Biolite 559.9533 5OceanBC 599.9533 OceanPro3 519.00

Pg. sidemount msrP34 SMS100 879.9534 SMS100DUAL 1079.9534 SMS50 769.95

Pg. Harnesses msrP36 HTS2 399.9536 Elite2 199.9536 Solo 134.95

Pg. bacKPlates msrP37 StainlessSteelBackplate 189.9537 AluminiumBackplate 149.9537 BackplatePad 84.9537 StabiliserPlates 16.9537 SingleTankAdapter 79.9537 TwinBandsKit 279.9537 CamBand-S/SBuckle 39.9537 CamBand-DelrinBuckle 29.95

Pg. air cells msrP37 S25 339.9537 S38 339.9537 C45 359.9537 C45Dual 529.9537 C60 429.95

Pg. manifolds/valves msrP38 TankValves 99.9538 IsolationCrossBar 99.9538 200/300Bar 269.9538 InlineCCRValve 149.9538 ValvePlugs 8.95

Pg. rigging Kits msrP38 SMSMainsRiggingKit 159.9538 SMSDecoRiggingKit 99.9538 DeluxeStageKit(SM&Lg) 79.9538 SMSBungeeKit 26.95

Pg. bc accessories msrP39 BioliteWeightPocket 49.9539 UtilityPocket 39.9539 QLRWeightPocket 99.9539 BCCamBandAssembly 29.9539 5LBNon-Dumpable(Pair) 29.9539 10LBWeightPockets(Pair) 59.9539 CrotchStrap1” 24.9539 CrotchStrap2” 32.9539 WeightSystemSolo/Elite2/HTS2 219.9539 BookScrews 11.95

Pg. regulators msrP43 EOSFDX10 799.9543 Delta4.2FDX10 699.9543 gT3CDX5 599.9544 IONLTAT600 599.9544 212DC1 499.9544 212SecondStage 179.9544 DC1FirstStage 339.9545 221DC3 429.9545 221SecondStage 149.9545 DC3FirstStage 309.9545 210H-02TechReg 419.9545 210SecondStage 139.9545 H-02FirstStage 279.9545 Alpha9SP5 399.9545 SidemountRegulatorKit 1649.40

Pg. occYs msrP46 AirXS2 279.9546 AirXS2(BCUpgrade) 249.9546 321Occy 169.9547 OctoSwiv 179.95

47 Alpha9 169.9547 SecondAir 139.9547 A2OCCY 149.95

Pg. regulator accessories msrP48 OmniSwivel 99.9548 DinConvertingYoke 109.9548 DinFitting 139.9548 FixedElbow 39.9548 CumfoBiteMouthpiece 9.9548 RubberMouthpieceStandard 4.9548 OceanicOrthodonticMouthpiece 9.9548 OrthoMouthpiece 9.9549 EOS/DeltaMouthpiece 21.9549 MouthpieceProtector 8.9549 Necklace-Small 13.9549 Necklace-Large 15.9549 HoseProtectorSleeves 3.9549 RegulatorDustCap 6.9549 DinDustCap 5.95

Pg. rebreatHers msrP52 Prism2 9999.0052 Explorer TBA

Pg. comPuters msrP56 OC1Complete 1749.9556 OC1Watchonly 1399.9556 Dg05OC 1499.9556 Dg05CC 1899.9556 Dg05OC/CCpinupgrade 449.9558 VT4.1Complete 1399.9558 VT4.1ReceiverOnly 899.9558 Atom3.0complete 1249.9558 A300AIwithUSB 1099.9558 A300AIwithUSB&QD 1199.9558 ProPlus2.1Deluxe 929.9558 ProPlus2.1 749.9559 OCS 799.9559 Veo3.0Navcon 699.9559 Veo3.0Combo 649.9559 Veo3.0Wrist 529.9560 F.10 499.9560 Veo2.0Navcon 599.9560 Veo2.0Combo 559.9560 Veo2.0Wrist 449.9561 Veo1.0Navcon 579.9561 Veo1.0Combo 529.9561 Veo1.0Wrist 399.9561 geo2.0 529.9561 Dg02 349.9561 B.U.DBackUpDevice 279.95

Pg. comPuter accessories msrP62 OC1TitaniumBand 199.9562 TransmitterOnly 429.95

62 OceanLogUSBV3(Veo’s/VT4/ProPlus2.1) 129.95

62 OceanLogUSBAtom1,2,3/geo1,2 129.95

62 OceanLogUSBOC1/OCS 129.9562 DiverlogLite(AppforMac) 24.9962 BatteryKits 34.9562 LensCoverAdhesive 9.9562 LensguardPlastic 10.9562 Dg05PCDownloadKit 289.95

Pg. gauges msrP68 MaxDepthNavcon 299.9568 MaxDepthCombo 239.9568 MaxDepthModule 139.9569 SilmlinePressureComplete 159.9569 SilmlinePressureModule 99.9569 PressureModulePre05 99.9569 BrassSPggauge 99.9569 SidescanCompassWrist 99.9569 SidescanCompassClip-On 99.9569 SidescanCompassModule 79.95

69 SidescanCompassModulePre05 79.95

69 PonyBottlegauge 89.95

Pg. masKs msrP70 M1ONYX 129.9570 Accent 109.9570 Shadow/Mini 109.9571 M4 89.9571 Ice/Mini 109.9571 Typhoon 99.9572 Titan 99.9572 Ion 99.9572 IonOpticalLens(each) 24.9572 Sniper 89.9572 Viking 89.95

Pg. snorKels msrP73 Ultradry 79.9573 Typhoon 69.9573 Viking 59.9574 Airstream 49.9574 Pocket 49.9574 Surge 39.95

Pg. fins msrP75 V16 329.9575 V12 299.9575 F1YellowTip 279.9576 F1 229.9576 V8 199.9576 F2 179.9576 ViperOpenHeel 119.9577 V6 99.9577 ViperClosedHeel 69.95

Pg. software accessories msrP78 SpringStrapKitF1/F2 29.9578 HollisMaskStrap 19.9578 NeopreneMaskTamerx2 9.9578 SiliconeMaskStrap 6.9578 MaskSideClips 1.95

MaskSideClips-Ion/Viking 3.9578 MaskStrapRetainers 0.9578 MaskAccessoriesBag 14.9578 SnorkelMouthpiece 7.9579 SnorkelKeeperSilicone 2.9579 SnorkelLock-Pocket 6.9579 SnorkelKeeperClear 1.9579 MeshFinBagwithStrap 5.9579 SpringHeelStrap 69.9579 FinStrap&Buckle 19.9579 FinStrap 7.9579 FinBuckle 7.95

Pg. drYsuit/undergarment msrP81 BiodryFX100 1899.9581 BiodryFX100MadetoFit 500.0081 BiodryFX100P-Valve(Fitted) 339.9581 AUg100Undergarment 199.95

Pg. wetsuits msrP83 Pioneer7/10 549.9583 Pioneer5/7 499.9584 Rebel7 349.9584 Rebel5 299.9584 SD7SemiDrywithHood 749.9585 Ultra7mm 299.9585 Ultra5/4mm 239.9585 Ultra3/2mm 139.95

Pg. Hoods msrP86 ZipperedDrysuitHood7mm 59.9586 PioneerHood5mm 49.9586 UltraHood5/3mm 39.9586 UltraHoodedVest5/3mm 89.95

Pg. gloves msrP87 Hollis4mmKevlargloves 74.9587 Pioneergloves 64.9587 Cyberskin 39.9587 KelvarClaw 54.9587 ReefPro 39.9587 Mako 39.95

Pg. boots msrP88 DrysuitOverboot 99.9588 ClassicBoot 89.95

AllpricesshownbelowareinclusiveofgST.

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88 MissionBoot 69.9588 VentureBoot 49.95

Pg. lavacore msrP91 FullSuit 219.9592 LongSleeved 109.9592 ShortSleeved 99.9592 HoodedVest 109.9592 HoodedLongSleeved 129.9593 Hood 34.9593 Vest 89.9593 Pants 109.9593 Shorts 89.9593 Socks 34.95

Pg. ligHting msrP94 LED25CanisterLight 1199.9594 LED25HEADONLYWITH90CAP 699.9594 LED15CanisterLight 799.9594 LED15HEADONLYWITH90CAP 499.9594 CHARgERLED25/15 159.9594 LED6 139.9595 LED3XAdjustable 129.9595 LED3 119.9595 LEDMini3 99.9595 ARC250 124.9596 ARC220 109.9596 LEDpack 349.9596 ShockwaveLED 259.9596 MiniwaveLED 229.9597 TorrentLED 129.9597 League100 84.9597 ImpactXL 79.9597 TEC40 39.95

Pg. Knives msrP98 Huntsman 149.9598 T-RexTitanium 169.9598 T-Rex 99.9599 Raptor 79.9599 AtraxPoint 79.9599 AtraxBlurt 79.9599 AtraxDagger 79.9599 Spinner 29.9599 Ranger 39.95

100 AbaloneTool 49.95100 HollisTraumaShears 29.95100 HollisTitaniumLinecutter 89.95100 DiversTool 39.95100 MantisKnife 24.95101 Komodo 29.95101 Adder 24.95101 AquatecKnifeStraps 19.95101 UniversalKnifeStraps 12.95101 OceanProTraumaShears 15.95Pg. bags/luggage msrP102 DeluxeRollerDuffle 299.95102 RollerDuffle 249.95102 SlingBag 89.95102 CargoDuffle 79.95102 CargoMeshDuffle 69.95102 CargoDeluxeRegBag 49.95102 RegulatorBag 24.95102 WaterproofPouch-Small 5.95102 WaterproofPouch-Medium 8.95102 DryBag12Litre 24.95102 DryBag30Litre 34.95102 DryBag60Litre 44.95102 TransporterBag 99.95Pg. safetY msrP104 SeekerReels200 179.95104 SeekerReel400 189.95104 SeekerReel800 199.95104 MarkerBuoywithSlingPouch 99.95104 LiftBag125lb 89.95104 LiftBag60lb 69.95104 WreckReels45m 79.95104 WreckReels82m 89.95

104 FingerReels 25.95104 LineArrows 1.95104 DecoBuoywithPouch 79.95105 MarkerBuoyClosedCellCompact 69.95105 PSDOralInflate 59.95105 PSDEconomy 32.95105 SignalTube 8.95105 DiveFloatwithFlag 49.95105 FlagandPole 14.95105 PVCDiveFlag-Small 8.95105 PVCDiveFlag-Large 14.95Pg. dPvs msrP106 H320 TBA107 Bladefish7000 1099.95107 Bladefish5000 949.95107 Bladefish3000 649.95107 BladefishCharger12/18Volt 79.95107 BladefishCarCharger12Volt 79.95107 BladefishHandleFloat-Pair 29.95Pg. Hoses msrP108 StandardLPHose22” 34.95108 StandardLPHose30” 42.95108 MexFlexLPHose30”Delta4.2 71.95108 MaxFlexLPHose30”EOS 71.95108 StandardLPHose36” 42.95108 StandardLPHose36”Yellow 42.95108 StandardLPHose40” 49.95108 StandardLPHose60” 69.95108 StandardLPHose84” 79.95108 MaxflexRegHose30”(std.reg) 49.95108 MaxflexRegHose36”BK(octo) 59.95108 MaxflexRegHose36”YL(octo) 59.95108 MaxflexRegHose48” 69.95108 AirmasterLPHose60” 79.95108 AirmasterLPHose72” 84.95108 AirmasterLPHose84” 89.95108 HPHose6” 39.95108 HPHose24” 54.95108 HPHose28” 54.95108 HPHose36” 59.95108 AirmasterHPHose36” 99.95108 AirmasterHPHose30” 99.95108 AirmasterHPHose24” 89.95108 AirmasterHPHose22” 89.95108 AirmasterHPHose6” 69.95108 StandardQDInflatorHose15” 39.95108 StandardQDInflatorHose22” 39.95108 StandardQDInflatorHose26” 44.95108 StandardQDInflatorHose30” 44.95108 StandardQDInflatorHose32” 44.95108 AirmasterQDInflatorHose22” 59.95108 AirmasterQDInflatorHose24” 62.95108 AirmasterQDInflatorHose26” 67.95108 AirmasterQDInflatorHose28” 69.95108 AirmasterQDInflatorHose30” 72.95108 MaxflexAirXSQDInflatorHose26” 79.95108 MaxflexAirXSQDInflatorHose30” 79.95Pg. general accessories msrP109 ThighPocket 74.95109 UtilityPocket 24.95109 MaskPocket 24.95109 RegNecklaceAdjustable 9.95109 HollisUnderwaterNotebook 49.95109 HollisNotebookRefills 24.95109 ElasticHandleAssembly 44.95109 TankPressuregauge 169.95109 TankValveProtectors 1.95110 AdjustableTankCarrier 15.95110 FlexibleInspectionLamp 59.95110 WebbingWeightbelt 19.95110 ComfoWeightbelt 49.95110 WeightBeltBuckle-Plastic 5.95110 WeightBeltBuckle-StainlessSteel 11.95110 WeightKeeperSerrated 3.95110 WeightKeeperStandard 3.95

110 WeightKeeperDelron 0.95110 RetractorwithRing 32.95110 RetractorwithClip 32.95111 LockingRetractor 69.95111 MiniRetractor 49.95111 JonLinewithZincHook 39.95111 CoiledLanyard 24.95111 OctopusHolder 14.95111 SiliconeOccyHolder 3.95112 BCHoseClip 4.95112 MultiPurposeHanger 14.95112 MagneticOccyHolder 29.95112 DoubleBoltSnap90mm 10.95112 DoubleBoltSnap100mm 10.95112 SwivelBoltSnap88mm 10.95112 SwivelBoltSnap96mm 12.95112 TriggerSnap 9.95112 ButterflySnap 12.95112 generalPurposeSnap 12.95112 QuickLink40mm 4.95112 QuickLink49mm 4.95112 D-RingStandard 5.45112 D-RingFixed 12.95112 D-RingExtended 12.95112 SplitRings3/4inch 2.95112 SplitRings1inch 2.95112 SplitRings1.2inch 2.95112 BeltLoopwith2”SnapClip 11.95113 Slate3Piece 22.95113 QuickReleaseSlate-Small 9.95113 QuickReleaseSlate-Large 17.95113 DoubleLevelSlate 29.95113 DiveSaverKit 24.95113 TankO-RingHolderwithBrassPick 9.95113 TankRattle 29.95113 DryBox 16.95113 DeluxeUnderwaterNotebook 39.95113 DeluxeUnderwaterNotebook-Refills 14.95113 CylumeSticks 1.50113 LanyardStandard 3.95113 DuoAlert-Standard 89.95113 DuoAlert-AirXS2 89.95113 DuoFrequencyWhistle 4.95Pg. care & maintenance msrP114 Aquaseal 17.95114 AquasealUVCure 15.95114 SealCement 13.95114 Seagold 11.95114 SeaDrops 9.95114 SeaBuff 9.95114 Wetsuit/DrysuitShampoo-8oz 12.95114 BCLife8oz 12.95114 Mirazyme-8oz 17.95114 Mirazyme-2oz 9.95144 UVTech12oz 23.95114 UVTech-4oz 11.95114 IronMend 22.95115 SealSaver 9.95115 ZipCare 9.95115 ZipTech 12.95115 MaxWax 9.95115 Siliconegrease 7.95115 SiliconeSpray/Pump 16.95115 AnkleWeights 79.95115 CamoForm 34.95115 ValuePack 69.95115 Care&Repairguide FREEPg. aPParel msrP116 OceanicT-Shirt 29.95116 OceanicCap 7.95116 OceanicBeanie 19.95116 HollisT-Shirt 29.95116 HollisFleeceJacket 89.95116 HollisBeanie 19.95

Price guide

Pricesarecorrectattimeofprintingandaresubjecttochange.

Abyss Scuba Diving Ramsgate 02 9583 9662

Aquatic Explorers Cronulla 02 9523 1518

Dive Centre Manly Manly 02 9977 4355

Dive Imports Erina 02 4367 5512

Dive Jervis Bay Huskisson 02 4441 5255

Fishermans Wharf Dive Centre Forester 02 6554 7478

Feet First Dive Nelson Bay 02 4984 2092

Frog Dive Guildford Guildford 02 9892 3422

Frog Dive Willoughby Willoughby 02 9958 5699

Indepth Scuba Belconnen 02 6251 2011

Jetty Dive Centre Coffs Harbour 02 6651 1611

Kirra Dive on the Tweed Tweed Heads 07 5536 6622

Newcastle Dive Centre Newcastle 02 4969 6310

Pure Scuba Batemans Bay 02 4472 9930

Scuba Shack Charmhaven 02 4392 4983

South West Rocks Dive Centre South West Rocks 02 6566 6474

Sydney Dive Academy Matraville 02 9311 0708

Ulladulla Dive and Adventure Ctr Ulladulla 02 4455 3029

United Divers Fairy Meadows 02 4228 5962

Windang Dive & Spearfishing Windang 02 4296 4215

Adventure Sports Karratha 08 9185 1957

Batavia Coast Dive Geraldton 08 9921 4229

Coastal Water Dive Bunbury 08 9721 7786

Diving Frontiers Balcatta 08 9240 6662

Dolphin Scuba Diving Welshpool 08 9353 2488

Dolphin Dive Fremantle South Fremantle 08 9335 9969

Exmouth Diving Centre Exmouth 08 9949 1201

Jurien Bay Charter n Dive Jurien Bay 08 9652 1109

Southcoast Diving SuppliesAlbany 08 9841 7176

Adreno Wolloongabba 07 3895 8119

Aussie Reef Dive Bowen 07 4785 1415

Bundaberg Aqua Scuba Bundaberg 07 4153 5761

Brisbane Dive Academy Tingalpa 07 3890 0342

Deep Sea Divers Den Cairns 07 4046 7333

Dive Dive Dive Wakerley 07 3890 4443

Dive World Annerley 07 3391 1009

Diversworld Cairns 07 4041 4004

Nautilus Scuba Centre Toowong 07 3870 0800

Pro Dive Cairns Cairns 07 4031 6681

RainForest Scuba Finch Hatton 04 3445 5040

Remote Area Dive Hyde Park 07 4721 4425

Sporty’s Watersports Bundall 07 5531 6511

Sunreef Diving Services Mooloolaba 07 5444 5656

Tech Dive Academy Port Douglas 07 3040 1699

Ten Metres Below Spearfishing Townsville 07 4775 1873

Tusa Dive Cairns 07 4031 1028

Whitsunday Dive Adventures Airlie Beach 07 4948 1239

Devocean Dive Southport 07 5528 0655

Adelaide Scuba North Glenelg 08 8294 7744

Divers Service Welland 08 8346 3422

Get Salty - Surf & Dive Port Macdonnell 08 8738 2995

Pt Lincoln Diving Services Port Lincoln 08 8682 1656

Underwater Sports Holden Hill 08 8263 3337

Academy of Scuba Glen Iris 03 9813 8722

Academy of Scuba Rye 03 5985 8722

All About Scuba Campbellfield 03 9308 8086

Aquatic Adventures Rowville 03 9763 9196

Geelong Dive Centre Geelong 03 5221 3342

Harbour Dive Mornington 03 5973 5356

IDC Scuba Portsea 03 5984 1799

Professional Diving Services Portland 03 5523 6392

Robinsons Sportscene Hamilton 03 5572 2736

Scuba Life Hallam 03 9702 3694

S.E.A.L. Diving Services Traralgon 03 5174 3434

Vision Divers Hoppers Crossing 03 8360 8011

Wimmera Outdoors Horsham 03 5382 1403

Bicheno Dive Centre Bicheno 03 6375 1138

Canoe n Surf Devonport 03 6424 4314

Go Dive Hobart Hobart 03 6231 9749

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Abyss Scuba Diving Ramsgate 02 9583 9662

Aquatic Explorers Cronulla 02 9523 1518

Dive Centre Manly Manly 02 9977 4355

Dive Imports Erina 02 4367 5512

Dive Jervis Bay Huskisson 02 4441 5255

Fishermans Wharf Dive Centre Forester 02 6554 7478

Feet First Dive Nelson Bay 02 4984 2092

Frog Dive Guildford Guildford 02 9892 3422

Frog Dive Willoughby Willoughby 02 9958 5699

Indepth Scuba Belconnen 02 6251 2011

Jetty Dive Centre Coffs Harbour 02 6651 1611

Kirra Dive on the Tweed Tweed Heads 07 5536 6622

Newcastle Dive Centre Newcastle 02 4969 6310

Pure Scuba Batemans Bay 02 4472 9930

Scuba Shack Charmhaven 02 4392 4983

South West Rocks Dive Centre South West Rocks 02 6566 6474

Sydney Dive Academy Matraville 02 9311 0708

Ulladulla Dive and Adventure Ctr Ulladulla 02 4455 3029

United Divers Fairy Meadows 02 4228 5962

Windang Dive & Spearfishing Windang 02 4296 4215

Adventure Sports Karratha 08 9185 1957

Batavia Coast Dive Geraldton 08 9921 4229

Coastal Water Dive Bunbury 08 9721 7786

Diving Frontiers Balcatta 08 9240 6662

Dolphin Scuba Diving Welshpool 08 9353 2488

Dolphin Dive Fremantle South Fremantle 08 9335 9969

Exmouth Diving Centre Exmouth 08 9949 1201

Jurien Bay Charter n Dive Jurien Bay 08 9652 1109

Southcoast Diving SuppliesAlbany 08 9841 7176

Adreno Wolloongabba 07 3895 8119

Aussie Reef Dive Bowen 07 4785 1415

Bundaberg Aqua Scuba Bundaberg 07 4153 5761

Brisbane Dive Academy Tingalpa 07 3890 0342

Deep Sea Divers Den Cairns 07 4046 7333

Dive Dive Dive Wakerley 07 3890 4443

Dive World Annerley 07 3391 1009

Diversworld Cairns 07 4041 4004

Nautilus Scuba Centre Toowong 07 3870 0800

Pro Dive Cairns Cairns 07 4031 6681

RainForest Scuba Finch Hatton 04 3445 5040

Remote Area Dive Hyde Park 07 4721 4425

Sporty’s Watersports Bundall 07 5531 6511

Sunreef Diving Services Mooloolaba 07 5444 5656

Tech Dive Academy Port Douglas 07 3040 1699

Ten Metres Below Spearfishing Townsville 07 4775 1873

Tusa Dive Cairns 07 4031 1028

Whitsunday Dive Adventures Airlie Beach 07 4948 1239

Devocean Dive Southport 07 5528 0655

Adelaide Scuba North Glenelg 08 8294 7744

Divers Service Welland 08 8346 3422

Get Salty - Surf & Dive Port Macdonnell 08 8738 2995

Pt Lincoln Diving Services Port Lincoln 08 8682 1656

Underwater Sports Holden Hill 08 8263 3337

Academy of Scuba Glen Iris 03 9813 8722

Academy of Scuba Rye 03 5985 8722

All About Scuba Campbellfield 03 9308 8086

Aquatic Adventures Rowville 03 9763 9196

Geelong Dive Centre Geelong 03 5221 3342

Harbour Dive Mornington 03 5973 5356

IDC Scuba Portsea 03 5984 1799

Professional Diving Services Portland 03 5523 6392

Robinsons Sportscene Hamilton 03 5572 2736

Scuba Life Hallam 03 9702 3694

S.E.A.L. Diving Services Traralgon 03 5174 3434

Vision Divers Hoppers Crossing 03 8360 8011

Wimmera Outdoors Horsham 03 5382 1403

Bicheno Dive Centre Bicheno 03 6375 1138

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What is Certegy Ezi-Pay Express?Certegy EZI-PAY Express allows you to take your purchases home today, while making convenient fortnightly debited payments from your nominated bank account or credit card. It generally takes less than 10 minutes for the entire process. There is “NO INTEREST EVER!*” charged to you as this service is paid for you by your Authorised Oceanic Scuba Centre.

Why should I buy my own equipment?When you own your own Scuba equipment, you at once become more familiar with the positioning and the working of that gear, and you can adjust straps, Occy Reg and Computer positioning etc. Once you buy accessories such as Retainer Clips and Retractors, they can stay permanently attached to your gear. It really does make a lot of sense.

How Ezi-Pay Express works for you?Certegy EZI-PAY Express is commonly referred to as a lay-buy program, rather than a fi nance system, with the difference being you get to take your gear home from day one. If required, pay a deposit, and then complete the application form. That’s it…you’re now ready to dive!

What can I buy?Your Scuba Package comprising of Regulator, Occy, Buoyancy Compensator and Dive Computer is possibly your starting point, but you can also include your Wetsuit, Boots, Mask, Snorkel and Fins and in fact you can even include your Open Water or Advanced Dive Course.

How much can I borrow?Approved applicants can borrow up to $4,000 with No Deposit Required. Amounts up to $6,000 can be borrowed with a 20% deposit required.

What do I do next?Consult with your Oceanic Scuba Centre to determine the gear that suits you best. Your Oceanic Scuba Centre will have an application form for you to complete and most importantly have your diving gear ready to go!

* Ezi-Pay price is based on 20% discount on normal RRP. Based over 12 months. 0% deposit. Oceanic Ezi-Pay Express is a continuing credit payment plan provided by Certegy Ezi-Pay Pty Ltd (ABN 28 129 228 986). A once off establishment fee between $35 and $90 to activate your account is payable with your fi rst purchase under the plan. A monthly account keeping fee of $2.90 and a payment processing fee of $2.80 applies, other fees and charges may apply. Subject to change, see in store for terms and conditions or visit www.certegyezipay.com.au. For Certegy Ezi-Pay Express No Interest Ever! Applies.

Talk to a Oceanic Scuba Centre today about customising your new scuba package!Their are over 80 Authorised Oceanic Scuba Centres located throughout Australia. Visit the Oceanic website for you nearest location http://www.oceanicaus.com.au/dealers.php

Dive now and pay laterit’s really that simple!