Adding pockets to BCD's

[Phestr]

I just bought an Excursion, and I love it!. But now I'm thinking about a pocket snorkel, but...NO POCKET! I've see a couple options out there, but what do you guys suggest?

[Splitlip]

I am not familiar with the excursion, but if it is like a lot of back inflates, you may find a section of webbing or strap behind the weight pockets and in front of the wing.
You can try attaching a Diverite Clipper Pocket to the webbing. The pockets can hold a number of different items, a folding snorkel included.
It worked for me on an old USD Malibu I had.
http://www.diverite.com/catalog/back...pockets/bc2714

[Dive-aholic]

You can also just add thigh pockets to your wetsuit. But the pocket and glue and just follow the directions on the glue. All of my suits have pockets. It's nice to have it on the side of my leg rather than on my waste or in front of me.

[loudgonzo]

Originally Posted by Dive-aholic

You can also just add thigh pockets to your wetsuit. But the pocket and glue and just follow the directions on the glue. All of my suits have pockets. It's nice to have it on the side of my leg rather than on my waste or in front of me.

Do you have a link of where to get these pockets and glue? Thanks!

[JahJahwarrior]

The glue is just Aquaseal, I believe.

ST doesn't seem to have JUST aquaseal listed on their site, but most places sell small tubes of it. You can get the Mcnett gear care package and it comes with a little bit of it, but you'll need more....

Man, having a hard time finding stuff today! But here is one pocket I managed to find.....

http://www.amazon.com/XS-Scuba-Drysu.../dp/B000NIENAM

[WaterRat]

Here's another pocket...but they're pricey.

https://www.deepseasupply.com/index.php?product=122

Ron

[loudgonzo]

Thanks for the links, a little more pricey than I thought they would be, I suppose I could just also get the Zeagle sport pocket. There's another thread going about where to put a slate so it doesn't dangle, that's what got me asking about the pockets.

....but having one on my wetsuit is so tempting...

[Dive-aholic]

Originally Posted by loudgonzo

Do you have a link of where to get these pockets and glue? Thanks!

Call ST. The pockets I have are XS Scuba. They're an XS Scuba dealer and should be able to get them. They run about $20.

[Wolfie2012]

I got a diverite thigh pocket to wear with my wetsuits, and I love it. Some don't like it, but I think it's convenient and I don't need to worry about gluing pockets or different wetsuits, etc.

[Splitlip]

Originally Posted by loudgonzo

Do you have a link of where to get these pockets and glue? Thanks!

Wetsuit pockets are superior to anything on a BC.

These are what I have. XS as well
http://www.divesports.com/mall/xsscu...suitpocket.asp

Instructions for installing are there too. I prefer the Neoprene cement. I followed the instructions but had better luck with a 3 phase glue application.
First after you have your suit marked, mask it with blue painter's tape. It retains the outline and also protects the suit from glue snots.
Apply a 1 inch bead of cement to both suit and pocket. Let it tack up for 5 to 10 minutes. (don't do this outside if it is humid) Repeat this step 2 more times then apply the pocket to the suit. Roll it on with a little sheet vinyl roller or similar tool. Then put the weights on for 24hrs.