Zeagle Ranger BCD w/ Rip Cord System

Best For

• Recreational and advanced scuba diving
• Cold-water diving with appropriate exposure protection
• Divers seeking a rugged, customizable back-inflate BCD
• Single-cylinder and compatible twin-cylinder diving configurations
• Divers who prefer Zeagle's Ripcord integrated weight release system
• Customers who want a modular BCD that can adapt to changing equipment needs

Key Features

• 44 lb Back-Inflate Bladder: Rear-mounted ballistic bladder provides 44 lb (20 kg) of lift in the standard configuration.
• Personal Fit System (PFS): Allows waist, chest, and torso length adjustments to be fitted independently for customized comfort.
• Ripcord Integrated Weight System: Zeagle's one-handed weight release system allows integrated weights to be released in an emergency while retaining the weight pouches.
• Rear Trim Weight System: Additional rear-mounted weight storage allows divers to adjust ballast distribution and underwater trim.
• 1050-Denier Ballistic Nylon: Heavily reinforced construction provides durability and resistance to abrasion.
• Modular Construction: Compatible with various Zeagle bladders, pockets, backplates, and attachment accessories for equipment customization.
• Single or Twin Cylinder Capability: Supports compatible single-cylinder configurations and twin-cylinder setups with appropriate additional equipment.
• Twin-Cylinder Mounting Grommets: Features 11-inch-spaced grommets for compatible twin-cylinder mounting configurations.
• Six Stainless Steel D-Rings: Four angled shoulder D-rings, including two adjustable rings, and two vest-mounted D-rings provide convenient equipment attachment points.
• Dual Zippered Utility Pockets: Two side pockets provide accessible storage for small diving accessories.
• Adjustable Elastic Waist Panels: Help customize the fit while accommodating different exposure suits.
• Adjustable Sternum Strap: Provides additional harness adjustment and security across the chest.

Specifications

• Brand: Zeagle
• Model: Ranger
• Product Type: Buoyancy Compensator Device (BCD)
• BCD Style: Back-Inflate
• Fit: Unisex, adjustable
• Color: Black
• Construction: Reinforced 1050-denier ballistic nylon
• Fit System: Personal Fit System (PFS)
• Dry Weight: 8.4 lb (3.8 kg)
• Standard Lift Capacity: 44 lb (20 kg)
• Integrated Weight System: Ripcord
• Ripcord Weight Capacity: 36 lb (16.3 kg), per manufacturer specifications table
• Rear Trim Weight Capacity: 16 lb, per manufacturer specifications table
• D-Rings: Six stainless steel
• Utility Pockets: Two zippered side pockets
• Waist: Adjustable elastic panels
• Sternum Strap: Adjustable
• Twin-Cylinder Mounting: 11-inch-spaced grommets
• Cylinder Compatibility: Single or twin cylinder with appropriate mounting equipment
• Recommended Use: Recreational, advanced, and technical scuba diving

Fit & Sizing

The Zeagle Ranger features the Personal Fit System, which allows the waist, chest, and torso length to be adjusted independently. This modular design provides a more personalized fit than BCDs that rely on a single overall size.

The adjustable harness and elastic waist panels help accommodate different body shapes and exposure suits, including thicker wetsuits and drysuits.

Refer to Zeagle's Ranger BCD sizing chart when selecting your size. Waist measurements should be taken at the natural waistline, while torso length is measured from the top of the shoulder to the top of the hip along the back.

Custom Sizing: Zeagle offers additional custom Personal Fit System configurations through authorized dealers. Contact House of Scuba for assistance with special sizing requirements.

Compatible Applications

• Single-cylinder recreational scuba configurations
• Compatible twin-cylinder setups with appropriate mounting hardware
• Zeagle modular bladders and compatible backplate accessories
• Compatible Zeagle accessory pockets and attachment components
• Warm-water and cold-water diving with appropriate exposure protection

Use Cases

• Recreational boat and shore diving
• Cold-water diving with thicker wetsuits or drysuits
• Technical diving with an appropriately configured equipment setup
• Adjusting weight distribution for improved underwater trim
• Building a customizable BCD system with compatible accessories

What's Included

• One Zeagle Ranger Back-Inflate BCD in the selected size
• Integrated Ripcord weight release system
• Rear trim weight system
• Adjustable Personal Fit System harness
• Two integrated zippered utility pockets
• Six stainless steel D-ring attachment points

Not Included

• Lead dive weights
• Scuba cylinder
• Regulator and dive instruments
• Optional replacement bladders or hard backplates
• Additional twin-cylinder mounting hardware
• Optional accessory pockets and attachment components

FAQs

What makes the Zeagle Ranger different from a traditional jacket-style BCD?
The Ranger features a rear-inflation bladder rather than a traditional wraparound jacket bladder. Its modular construction and Personal Fit System also provide extensive options for adjusting fit and equipment configuration.

How does the Zeagle Ripcord weight system work?
The Ripcord system allows divers to release their integrated weights using a single-handed action. Unlike conventional weight systems that release entire pockets, the Ripcord design allows the weight pouches to remain attached to the BCD.

Can the Ranger be configured for twin cylinders?
Yes. The Ranger features 11-inch-spaced mounting grommets and a modular design that supports compatible twin-cylinder configurations. Additional mounting hardware and equipment may be required.

Is the Zeagle Ranger suitable for cold-water diving?
Yes. Its adjustable Personal Fit System, durable construction, and 44 lb standard lift bladder make it suitable for appropriately configured cold-water diving with wetsuits or drysuits. Divers should confirm that the lift capacity and complete equipment setup meet their diving requirements.

Care & Maintenance

Rinse the BCD thoroughly with fresh water after every dive, paying particular attention to the inflator, dump valves, Ripcord mechanism, weight compartments, zippered pockets, and mounting hardware. Clean the internal bladder according to Zeagle's recommended maintenance procedures.

Allow the BCD to dry in a shaded, well-ventilated area before storage. Inspect the harness webbing, stitching, D-rings, buckles, weight-release components, and inflation system regularly for wear or damage. Verify proper inflation, deflation, and weight-release operation before each dive.

Expert Insight

The Zeagle Ranger stands out for its combination of rugged construction, modular versatility, and extensive fit adjustment. Its Personal Fit System is particularly beneficial for divers who use different exposure suits or want a BCD tailored to their body proportions. The Ripcord weight system, rear trim weight storage, and configurable back-inflate design make the Ranger a versatile choice for recreational diving today and more advanced diving configurations as equipment needs evolve.

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to Butadiene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Return Policy

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