Dive Rite
Contributor
Dive Rite has just launched an all-new, Youth Program, that gives children a kid-sized BCD that will grow as they grow. Parents who purchase any TravelPac or VoyagerPac BCD for their child can request free upgrades as their child grows. Both BCDs are available in sizes XS through XXL so they are designed especially for children as they grow into adults.
We started a youth program when my son Jared was nine years old, states Lamar Hires, Dive Rites founder and CEO. Its been almost fifteen years since that first program launched and weve repeatedly heard from parents how happy they are to have a high quality BCD that actually fits their children and their budget.
The kids program isnt new, but now with these specific BCDs, kids get lightweight, open water, rig that is perfect for their size. Due to the TravelPac and VoyagerPacs technical heritage and unique recreational design, they wont shift on the childs back because they keep a firm support on the torso. Kids have told us that they actually relax and enjoy diving more in our equipment, says Lamar. Too often, kids are given BCDs that are too large with the idea they will grow into them or they have to deal with ill-fitted rental equipment. Yet, being uncomfortable in the water turns kids off and they lose interest in diving. The key is to get them in equipment that fits, so they will be confident underwater.
The TravelPac and VoyagerPac BCDs use a webbing-based harness with ergonomic shoulder and hip pads for comfort along with a quick-draining, molded lumbar pad to cushion and support the back. Weight pockets, storage pockets and other accessories can be added as they childs interest grows. Using a webbing harness allows for infinite adjustment as kids grow and Dive Rite will replace the shoulders for FREE, which is the point on the equipment that has to lengthen as the kids get older. MSRP: $479-499.
Parents should contact their authorized Dive Rite dealer for purchase and register the product at Dive Rites website. When they are ready to upgrade, simply contact Dive Rite at Support@DiveRite.com and send in the old shoulders. A few words from your child about why they enjoy diving or a pic of your child in their gear are also encouraged.
We started a youth program when my son Jared was nine years old, states Lamar Hires, Dive Rites founder and CEO. Its been almost fifteen years since that first program launched and weve repeatedly heard from parents how happy they are to have a high quality BCD that actually fits their children and their budget.
The kids program isnt new, but now with these specific BCDs, kids get lightweight, open water, rig that is perfect for their size. Due to the TravelPac and VoyagerPacs technical heritage and unique recreational design, they wont shift on the childs back because they keep a firm support on the torso. Kids have told us that they actually relax and enjoy diving more in our equipment, says Lamar. Too often, kids are given BCDs that are too large with the idea they will grow into them or they have to deal with ill-fitted rental equipment. Yet, being uncomfortable in the water turns kids off and they lose interest in diving. The key is to get them in equipment that fits, so they will be confident underwater.
The TravelPac and VoyagerPac BCDs use a webbing-based harness with ergonomic shoulder and hip pads for comfort along with a quick-draining, molded lumbar pad to cushion and support the back. Weight pockets, storage pockets and other accessories can be added as they childs interest grows. Using a webbing harness allows for infinite adjustment as kids grow and Dive Rite will replace the shoulders for FREE, which is the point on the equipment that has to lengthen as the kids get older. MSRP: $479-499.
Parents should contact their authorized Dive Rite dealer for purchase and register the product at Dive Rites website. When they are ready to upgrade, simply contact Dive Rite at Support@DiveRite.com and send in the old shoulders. A few words from your child about why they enjoy diving or a pic of your child in their gear are also encouraged.
