Aeris 5 Oceans

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Aeris 5 Oceans:

The 5 Oceans is prepared for any adventure - its lightweight and packs flat for travel to the tropics and at the same time, has plenty of buoyant lift, integrated weight capacity and range of adjustment to be worn in cold water over thick wetsuits or drysuits.


- Rugged design and high lift capacity for local diving plus packs flat for travel and weighs just 7.5 lbs.

- Minimalist rear inflation air cell uses a combination of Patented BioFlex® material and bungy cords to maintain a streamlined profile and eliminate air shift while stretching when inflated to provide more than 40 lbs. of buoyant lift.

- Durable, fadeless Cordura® construction.

- Equipped with two trim weight pockets and AERIS QLR Integrated Weight System that can accommodate up to 30 lbs.

- Weight pockets are sectionalized with velcro to eliminate shifting when partially loaded in the tropics.

- Versatile power inflation/deflation with lower pull-dump control.

- Easy to use drop-down pocket.

- Strategically placed stainless steel grommets for accessories.

- Dual-adjust sternum strap for stability and comfort.


Patented QLR (Quick Lock & Release) Weight Integration System AERIS patented QLR Quick Lock & Release System is standard equipment on the 5 Oceans.

Your weights stay in position throughout the dive and do not shift around affecting buoyancy or position in the water.

The weight pouches are simple to load and easy to release. Best of all, our patented "positive-lock" system helps to ensure that theyll stay put.


Rear "Trim" Weight Pockets.

Located on the back of the BC on either side of the tank cradle. Provides greater integrated weight capacity and better attitude underwater.

Carries up to 10 non-dumpable pounds.


Patented BioFlex® Super-Stretch Air Cell.

Your equipment should enhance, not hinder the joy and exhilaration of diving. Nowhere is this more important than with BCs, where comfort and freedom of movement must be balanced against function and durability.

Responding to this challenge led AERIS design engineers to create BioFlex - a unique "living fabric" that stretches, flexes and conforms to the body.

BioFlex is an extraordinary fabric, which stretches, fully inflated up to 30% over conventional nylon or polyurethane BC materials.

The idea being that if a material could stretch while remaining airtight, you could make smaller air cells, creating less bulk and drag underwater while achieving high volumes of lift when required.

BioFlex eliminates chest squeeze, conforms to the divers body and provides a slim, body hugging profile.


Fadeless 1000 Denier Cordura® Construction.

Exterior abrasion points of the Excursion are covered in our new "Fadeless" 1000-denier Cordura® - tough stuff that will hold up to years of extreme diving and keep that "new look" longer.


Pre-Bent Stainless Steel D-rings.

Welded and slightly bent for easy, one-handed attachment.


Spinner Knife Mounting Grommets.

Located just below both the left and right pockets, a series of stainless steel grommets keep our SPINNER BC KNIFE out of the way but just where you want it.


Integrated Inflator.

Ergonomically designed to be functional and easy to use in any dive position, the Alliance Integrated Inflator provides a full range of airway exhaust/inflation control.

Simply press a button to produce precise flow for trimming dive attitude or maximum flow for major changes in buoyancy.

A large exhaust valve creates a flow rate higher than the inflation rate of the power inflator, improving diver control during ascents.


Large Main Zippered Drop-Down Compartment Pocket.

Zippered so its easy to get into.


Optional Air XS 2 Alternate Inflator.

The new AIR XS combines the reliability, performance and durability of the SlimLine OCTOPUS and ALLIANCE INFLATOR into one very low profile, streamlined package.

The regulator/inflator combination is as small as many BC inflators alone, with breathing performance superior to many stand-alone octopus regulators.


The AIR XS can be added to any existing Oceanic BC or may be purchased already installed on a new Oceanic BC for additional savings.


You Asked For It.

More than 300 female divers, instructors and AERIS Dealers participated in a detailed survey to help develop the ultimate womens-specific BC design.

Time and time again, we heard what is lacking in todays BCs designed for women - youre looking for a BC designed to fit you; not a scaled down male BC.

Youre looking for a BC thats comfortable, contoured in all the right places, but one that doesnt sacrifice features or functionality.

You want a BC thats travel-friendly, yet rugged enough and packing the lift capacity required for daily local diving.

And finally, youre looking for something with a little style - preferably not just big swatches of pink or purple material. You asked for it - AERIS delivers.


Patented Custom Fit Harness.

AERIS patented Custom Fit Harness is standard equipment on the Contour.

With multi-position shoulder straps and cummerbund, the Contour delivers individual comfort for women of all shapes and sizes.


Hybrid Bladder Design.

The innovative design of the Contour allows the freedom of movement and other benefits you have come to expect from a rear-inflation BC.

However, the unique wrap-around design of the air cell provides you more lift than most BC’s; as well as an improved, upright orientation when the BC is inflated on the surface.


Patented QLR (Quick Lock & Release) Weight Integration System.

Angled down slightly to aid self-loading, AERIS patented QLR Quick Lock & Release System keeps up to 20 lbs. of releasable weight in position and stabile throughout the dive.

The weight pouches are simple to load and easy to release when you want to. Best of all, our patented positive-lock system helps to ensure that theyll stay put.


Rear Weight Pockets.

Located on the back of the BC on either side of the cylinder band. Provides greater integrated weight capacity and better attitude underwater.

Carries up to 10 non-dumpable pounds.


Fadeless 1000 Denier Cordura® Construction.

Exterior abrasion points are covered in our new "Fadeless" 1000-denier Cordura - tough stuff that will hold up to years of extreme diving and keep that new look longer.


Optional Integrated Retractor / BC Knife System.

Built-in retractor and Silverjack BC Knife attachment points - perfect for streamlining gauges, lights and other essentials.


A3 Integrated Inflator.

Ergonomically designed to be functional and easy to use in any dive position, the A3 Integrated Inflator provides a full range of airway exhaust/inflation control.

Simply press a button to produce precise flow for trimming dive attitude or maximum flow for major changes in buoyancy.

A large exhaust valve creates a flow rate higher than the inflation rate of the power inflator, improving diver control during ascents.

Patented Depth-Compensating Adjustable Cummerbund.


AERIS patented depth compensating cummerbund is manufactured from a unique woven elastic material that eliminates the need to readjust as your suit compresses at depth.

AERIS cummerbund offers up to 8" of adjustment to fit a wide range of sizes. For additional customization, the cummerbund may be easily changed with another size.


Padded Backpack and Additional Lumbar Support.

Extra heavy duty padding provides comfort both above and below the surface without having to sacrifice the stability of a hard backpack.


Large Main Zippered Pockets.

Zippered so theyre easy to get into. Enough room to store your Light, extra Shadow Mask, Pocket Snorkel, and more!


Optional Air Link Octo Inflator.

The Air Link combines the reliability, performance and durability of an OCTOPUS and A3 Integrated Inflator into one very low profile, streamlined package.

The regulator/inflator combination is as small as many BC inflators alone, with breathing performance superior to many stand-alone octopus regulators.

The AIR Link can be added to any existing AERIS BC or may be purchased already installed on a new AERIS BC for additional savings.