Description
The Patrol BCD is an impressively light weight, rear inflation BCD that is anatomically designed for maximum comfort and durability. The special air cell compression strap guarantees extra quick deflation and volume control. The ultralight rigid back plate with its integrated carrying handle ensures optimal stability. The Patrol also features Cressi’s Flat-Lock-Aid integrated weight system that makes it easy to release the pockets. There are 3 pressure relief valves: one on the upper part of the hose, one valve on the right-hand side of the shoulder and a third on the lower right-hand side of the air cell. The Patrol also features plastic d-rings to help reduce weight and the shoulder and waist harness are fully adjustable to one full size up or down from the stated size.
The harness, with pattern of the auxiliary shoulder pads, is completely independent of the inflatable area (100% dorsal), this combination provides great comfort and freedom of movement.
Integrated weight system L.A.S.: horizontal insertion/releasing system of the weight pockets located in the front part of the jacket. Following the Cressi idea that the management of the ballast should be able to do it in an automatic and intuitive way, even wearing the BCD and in bad conditions (in flotation, with rough seas, etc.), the ease of insertion of the pockets it’s been studied significantly. These fit perfectly in their seats and also a ‘D’ ring located in the mouth of the access facilitates fabric tension and the direct entry of the bag.
Retaining elastics of the dorsal air chamber. This jacket combines a lightweight and flexible fabric with a high lifting capacity. The elastics keep the bladder collected and avoid air displacement during the dive that would cause instability.
Direct System Inflator: Double metal filter in the air entrance under the stem and cylindrical shape around the valve. Very strong body and attractive design. Inflation rate re-calibrated, 50% higher (traditional BCD of size M in 4 seconds at 1 atm). Anti-sand design with minimized mouth inflator nozzle. Push button with wide clearances with respect to its seat to avoid the blocking action of the sand grains. Vacuum button with sealing using a silicone washer. Push button integrated in profile to avoid unwanted inflation when pulling the hose to empty. New very resistant hose of ??very progressive curvature. Guide clamp-integrated hose.
Auxiliary straps with 40mm buckles.
New anchoring flap for the inflator hose in thermoplastic rubber with embossed logo.
New low profile upper vacuum valve with non-return valve that prevents the accidental entrance of water.
Features:
- 420 denier nylon
- Back inflation Bcd
- Ultralight rigid back plate
- Flat lock-aid system
