Back Inflate BCDs

Back-Inflate BCDs: For a Streamlined Feel and Horizontal Trim

Experience a different sensation of buoyancy control with Back-Inflate BCDs. In these systems, the air bladder is located entirely on your back, a design choice that many divers find offers a unique profile and feel in the water.

What to Expect from a Back-Inflate BCD Design:

• Uncluttered Front: With no air cell components across the chest or wrapping around your sides, the front of your torso remains open. Many divers find this allows for a greater range of arm and upper body movement.
• Assistance with Horizontal Positioning: The lift being concentrated on the back often helps divers naturally achieve and maintain a horizontal trim (a flat swimming position). This can contribute to a more hydrodynamic profile and may reduce the effort needed when swimming.
• Variety of Styles: This category includes options from minimalist backplate and wing assemblies, often favored for technical diving, to more feature-rich integrated recreational designs that still keep the buoyancy primarily at your back.

Back-inflate BCDs are chosen by many experienced recreational divers, individuals exploring technical diving pathways, and anyone who prefers the feeling of an open, unrestricted chest area while diving. They are suited for various environments, from open water exploring to navigating wrecks or caves where a specific body position is advantageous.

Discover the distinct feel and potential trim benefits of rear-mounted buoyancy. Browse our selection of Back-Inflate BCDs to find a system that matches your diving preferences!