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Mares introduces Aria tech BC

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by NATHAN PARRY-DAVIES

ITALY (29 Dec 2001) -- Mares has introduced a new streamlined tech diving BC called Aria.

The new Aria design includes optional integrated weights and Mares is promoting the self-adjusting BC for both male and female divers.

In addition to the low-drag streamlined design, Mares has added a new swivel buckle to enhance comfort.

ARIA SPECIFICATIONS

Ergo inflator

Buoyancy bag:

  • outside: 1000 denier Du Pont Cordura plus fabric
  • inside: 420 denier fabric
  • Streamline AirCell

Valves: 2 front - 2 rear

Cummerbund: A.C.S. system

Padding: anatomical, neutrally buoyant
(Soft Grip) padding on the backpack

Integrated weights: optional M.R.S. system

BC body:

  • 840 D nylon, with triple polyrethane resin coating, has a high resistance to abrasion

Pockets:

  • 2 self-draining side pockets, with high impact YKK zip & zipper pull

Shoulder straps: padded, with anatomical cut

 

Mares Aria BCD
Mares Aria Tech BC

Rings:

  • on the shoulder straps: two 40 mm stainless steel rings
  • on the BC body: two 25 mm (non-twisting) and two 20 mm technopolymer rings

Waist strap: quick-release type, with two-side adjustment, consisting of a 40 mm buckle. The buckle adjustment straps are finished with pull rings that are easy to grip, even when wearing thick neoprene gloves

Chest buckle: quick release 25 mm buckle with one-side adjustment, keeps the shoulder straps in the correct natural position and prevents them from slipping

Swivel hose retainer: guarantees safe and optimal positioning of the console and octopus

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