SEAC Ego Scuba Diving BCD

# Overview **SEAC Ego** is a traditional, jacket-style BCD built for toughness more than tech. A double-bladder construction—**1000 D Cordura outer / 840 D nylon inner**—stands up to rental-fleet abuse, while three dump valves and a standard power inflator keep buoyancy control simple. Lift ranges from **33 to 40 lb (15–17 kg)** depending on size, and even the largest model weighs only **3.2 kg**. With sizes from **XXXS to XL**, it targets entry-level divers and busy dive centres alike # Key Features * **Rugged shell** – 1000 D Cordura outer bladder shrugs off rocks, boat decks and chlorine. * **Generous lift** – 33–40 lb keeps an aluminium or light steel tank comfortably afloat in warm-to-temperate water. * **Integrated weight pockets** – secure, quick-dump pouches sit at the hips (about 4 kg each) plus optional rear trim slots. * **Four stainless D-rings** – two on the shoulders, two under the cargo pockets for torches or reels. * **Spacious Velcro side pockets** – bellows design swallows a DSMB or spare mask. * **Sphere Control System inflator** – SEAC's wide-bore inflator for fast fills and easy servicing. # The Good * **Hard-wearing value** – Cordura fabric and metal D-rings at a bargain price make it a favourite with dive schools and travelling backpackers. * **Wide size spread** – XXXS through XL means you can kit out young teens or large adults in the same model. * **Reasonable travel weight** – at 2.8–3.2 kg it packs lighter than most rental jackets while still feeling substantial. * **Simple, familiar layout** – conventional power hose, chest strap and cummerbund make it intuitive for new divers. # The Bad * **Limited attachment points** – four D-rings and no webbing loops leave photographers wanting extra clips. * **No bladder retraction** – when fully inflated the wings can "taco"��, increasing drag compared to back-inflates. * **Weight-pocket capacity is modest** – heavy wetsuit or steel-tank divers may need a separate weight belt. * **Jacket squeeze** – the wrap-around bladder can tighten noticeably at depth, unlike wing systems. * **Sparse premium features** – no quick-release tank band, swivel buckles or fancy harness adjustments; it's built to a price. # Verdict The **SEAC Ego** succeeds by keeping things straightforward: rugged materials, ample lift and a wallet-friendly price. It is ideal for resort operations, students and recreational travellers who value reliability over ultralight bells-and-whistles. Tech divers, heavy cold-water users and gear geeks will outgrow its basic feature set, but as a first BCD—or a spare that thrives on abuse—the Ego delivers honest performance without ego-inflated cost.