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Aqualung launches all new XSCAPE Collection featuring eco-responsible wetsuit
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Aqualung has announced the launch of its all new XSCAPE collection. Featuring a 100 percent neoprene-free wetsuit and a rash guard made from sustainable materials, the XSCAPE line is designed for a variety of water activities and reflects Aqualung’s commitment to innovation, ocean discovery and sustainability.
Made with Yulex® eco-friendly natural rubber and ultra-stretch fabric, the 4/3mm XSCAPE wetsuit provides enhanced comfort for diving in warm waters or above surface activities in colder temperatures, and can be used for scuba diving, snorkeling, freediving, paddling or a variety of other water sports. The flexible and lightweight XSCAPE wetsuit, available in a red and olive design for men and a tropical-inspired print for women, connects consumers to nature and the natural materials the collection is made from. The suit also features Powertex knee pads, recycled, quick-drying fleece around the torso area to provide additional warmth and comfort, and a reusable mesh bag for storage after use or collecting trash from the beach or water.
“The XSCAPE collection continues Aqualung’s legacy in innovation and their tireless work to create the most forward thinking and eco-conscious dive company in the world,” said Aqualung global ocean ambassador Philippe Cousteau Jr., the grandson of one of Aqualung’s original founders, Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau. “We all have the power to change the world with the choices we make and the XSCAPE sets the new standard for wetsuits and rash guards that are stylish, functional and sustainable.”
The new collection’s long-sleeve rash guard for men and women, and matching women’s leggings, offer maximum comfort and breathability and can be used above or below the surface. All rash guards and leggings feature UV protection and are made with polyester fabric sourced from recycled plastic bottles. The entire XSCAPE line comes in plastic-free packaging with hangtags made from recycled cardboard.
“Our aim was to design the ultimate eco-friendly wetsuit that could be used for all kinds of water sports,” said Laurent Boury, Senior Vice President of Brands at Aqualung Group. “Aqualung is committed to using environmentally-friendly materials and processes whenever possible to help reduce our carbon footprint and we made design choices to ensure the XSCAPE collection was as sustainable as possible.”
“The collection name, XSCAPE, is meant to evoke the feeling of freedom and the quest for wonder that surround exploration, travel, and Aqualung’s storied history, including the first “aqua-lung” created by Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau and engineer Emile Gagnan that made underwater exploration possible,” added Boury.
To learn more please visit www.aqualung.com.
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Unprecedented reliability and performance: The T3 Regulator from Atomic
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Delivering unprecedented reliability and performance, the T3 is lightweight and corrosion resistant, making it the ideal choice for travel in exotic remote locations.
THE EVOLUTION OF ELITE ENGINEERING
Developing the lightest regulator in the world requires heavy reliance on precision engineering and machining. First and second stage components are precision-machined from solid Titanium billet. The T3 first stage is designed using minimal material and machined from a solid piece of Titanium requiring 23 individual operations. All machining operations are performed in a single continuous milling session at our own Atomica manufacturing facility. That means each component is carefully and expertly crafted under our watchful eyes to conform to only the most exacting standards.
INCREDIBLY LIGHTWEIGHT
The LIGHTEST regulator in the world, combined weight of the Atomic T3 first & second stage is under 1.8 pounds (yoke version).
T3 FIRST STAGE FEATURES
- Precision-machined from solid Titanium alloy billet.
- Minimalist yoke design is optimized to use the least amount of material for the lightest weight possible.
- Atomic Aquatics exclusive balanced Jet Seat high-flow piston.
- Freeze-protected and factory-sealed to prevent outside
contamination from silt and sand. - Nitrox ready – approved for non-dedicated EAN use with mixtures up to 40%.
- Ports: 2 HP fixed / 5 LP on swivel cap.
T3 SECOND STAGE FEATURES
- Pneumatically-balanced poppet, high-flow case and lever design for easy breathing at all depths and tank pressures. Patented Atomic Aquatics AFC – Automatic Flow Control.
- Soft overmolded Rapid Adjustment Knob for manual detuning in special situations such as surf entries or octo use.
- Patented Atomic Aquatics Titanium Seat Saving Dynamic Orifice maintains crisp like-new factory tuning and prevents damage during storage.
- Hose features patented all-Titanium Atomic Aquatics Comfort Swivel with Black PVD coating.
- Dual material second stage cover enables entire front to be used for purge.
- Elliptical exhaust valve dramatically reduces exhalation effort at depth.
- Dual silicone comfort fit mouthpiece with tear-resistant bite tabs – both comfortable and durable.
- PVD coated metal-accent front cover ring. Deluxe padded travel bag.
For more information about Atomic regulators, visit www.atomicaquatics.com.
Sea & Sea is the home of Oceanic and other leading diving brands in the UK.
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SCUBAPRO EVERFLEX YULEX® DIVE Summer Promotion 2024
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SCUBAPRO launches an exclusive offer of its EVERFLEX YULEX® DIVE steamer, the modern plant-based generation of diving suits made from FSC-certified natural rubber. Besides this innovative material the advantages of an EVERFLEX YULEX® DIVE suit are fewer seams, panels for a better fit, unrestricted range of motion and the Blue Diamond Span inner fleece lining for maximum thermal protection. This makes the EVERFLEX YULEX® DIVE not only incredibly comfortable, but also a further step towards protecting our ocean.
With the SCUBAPRO SUMMER PROMOTION 2024, every diver can support this goal and benefit at the same time, because SCUBAPRO is offering two great benefits with the purchase of a 5 or 7.5 mm EVERFLEX YULEX® DIVE:
- 20 % off the MSRP price
- A free accessory Set, including
an EVERFLEX 5/3 hood,
a pair EVERFLEX 5.0 Arch Boots and
a pair EVERFLEX 5 gloves.
SCUBAPRO is continuously working on further steps to protect the oceans, such as reusable packaging for all products, the use of recycled materials, and the improvement of manufacturing conditions and shipping routes. Be a part of this movement!
All information about the SCUBAPRO EVERFLEX YULEX® DIVE Summer Promotion 2024: https://scubapro.johnsonoutdoors.com/eu/en-gb/yulex-summer
Promotion valid until 27.09.2024 at participating SCUBAPRO dealers and regions while stocks last.
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