These new products can
be found at your local dive store.
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August 2007
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Reactor's Neutron Watch
What is it? A dive sports watch built with a 45.5-mm-diameter case of solid marine-grade 316L stainless steel chiseled into an angular shape. Inside, Neutron boasts a retrograde quartz chronograph movement that is accurate to 0.05 second. Models are available with black natural rubber, stainless steel, or stainless and gold band options; all attached using Reactor's
popular screwbar system.
Benefits to your diving: A dependable and durable watch is important for any diver, especially one trying to fit a favorite hobby into a busy schedule. Every Reactor model is built to meet or exceed Swiss standards. For more information or to reach the nearest Reactor dealer,
call (800) 291-6600.
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Pinnacle Aquatics' Lycra Rash Guards
What is it? A Pinnacle Aquatics form-fitting shirt made of Lycra material that is worn by divers and other watersports enthusiasts to protect the body from the sun's ultraviolet rays. Some divers wear rash guards under their wet suits for added protection from chafing. Pinnacle rash guards come in short and long sleeve, and in colors of black with red and charcoal trim, and gray with blue and white trim
(men's); and gray with pink and white trim, and black with red and charcoal gray trim
(women's).
Children sizes also are available.
Benefits to your diving: Pinnacle's rash guards' stretchy Lycra material can make you more comfortable while diving in warm water. With a sun protection factor
(SPF) rating of 50, the Lycra rash guards also help block out ultraviolet rays. For more information or to reach the nearest Pinnacle Aquatics dealer,
call (866) 590-8300.
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Sport KISS Rebreather
What is it? A fully closed rebreather or
"buffered manually operated system" designed to be uncluttered and straightforward to use. The product's
name, "KISS," comes from the phrase "keep it super simple." The Sport KISS is designed for recreational sport diving,
and rated for use to 165 feet (50 m).
Benefits to your diving: Divers who prefer a bubble-free experience will appreciate the simplicity of the KISS rebreather. The diver monitors the partial pressure of oxygen
(PPO2) in the breathing loop, and adds more oxygen or air as required. KISS rebreathers have rear-mounted counterlungs, which are designed to sit high up and tight to the diver's back, close to their own lungs. They leave the diver's chest area uncluttered. Users are required to take a KISS rebreather class. Ask about classes at your local dive shop. For more information or to contact the nearest KISS dealer,
call (604) 469-9176.
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Cochran Undersea Technology's Taclite
TM
What is it? A feature on Cochran dive computers that illuminates the computer display with a tap of the display screen. The Taclite
TM, which is available in red and yellow colors, is standard in multiple models in Cochran's dive computer line including the EMC-20H, EMC-16,
Cochran Gemini and Cochran Navy.
Benefits to your diving: An easy-to-read computer display is critical for any dive but takes on added importance when diving at night or in low-light conditions. The TacliteTM display turns on with a simple tap of the finger, or any other part of the body, which can be handy for divers toting extra equipment. Divers can set the display for any duration, including the entire dive. For more information or to contact the nearest Cochran dealer,
call (800) 856-3483.
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Atomic Aquatics' ST-1 Regulator
What is it? The industry's first stainless steel regulator, according to the company. While scuba regulators have long been made using chrome-plated brass materials, the ST-1 is made from titanium and 316 stainless steel, which is highly corrosion-resistant but difficult to fabricate. Atomic Aquatics has changed that, thanks to
"precision CNC [computer numeric control] manufacturing equipment," the
company said.
Benefits to your diving: If durability and protecting the environment is high on your priority list, the stainless steel properties of the ST-1 regulator are worth a look. Stainless steel requires no chrome or nickel plating, which can harm the environment. Besides being corrosion-resistant, the ST-1 holds twice the strength of brass regulators and is lighter in weight. For more information about the ST-1 or to contact the nearest Atomic Aquatics dealer,
call (714) 375-1433.
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