You have two options to adjust the Halcyon Active Control Ballast System weight pockets. One option allows you to place the pockets vertically. Each system is designed to hold maximum weights of 2,6kg. You can adjust the system to fit your weight and it has an integrated Active Control Ballast system (ACB). To maximize your gear's safety and effectiveness, it is important to select the right weight pockets.
Trim weight pocket
The Halcyon tank mount weight pockets now have a Trim weight pocket. It allows divers up to 10 lb. The pockets allow divers to shift up 10 lb. The buoyant effect from nearly empty cylinders can also be counterbalanced with the pockets. A weight pocket will allow a diver to have more time at the bottom, be less tired, and maximize their diving experience.
Active Control Ballast integrated system
The ACB, which is a vertically-integrated and releasable system for weight management, can hold up 5 lbs of weight per pocket. This design makes it easy to place and release. It also doesn't take up too much space on the diver's waist belt. The ACB pocket can have an Explorer Light System installed behind it for added versatility and safety. Side release buckles protect accidental lead weight loss and provide quick access to weights if needed.
Mounting on a bottle strap
Halcyon's new tank-mounted trim weight pockets encourage optimal weight distribution and promote comfort and stability while diving. They can also reduce effort and promote in-water stabilization. Whether mounted on the tank, the pockets make it easy to balance the weight of your cylinder for optimal in-water stability. Here are some benefits and drawbacks to tank-mounted weigh pockets.
Heads-up surface airway protection
The Halcyon Trim Weight Pocket is an innovative invention from the manufacturer. It allows for optimal weight distribution and promotes comfort in the water. This feature allows divers to shift weight from their waist to the cylinder, improving propulsion and horizontal trim. Divers can get more out of their dives by increasing their bottom time. Additionally to moving weight from the waist into the cylinder, Halcyon Trim-Weight Pockets reduce the negative effects of nearly empty cylinders. The pockets also make it easier to maintain the head and maintain horizontal position.
Cost
Halcyon weight pouches are an excellent option for divers looking to improve their diving performance and/or to distribute weight evenly. These pockets can be slipped over the tank's cam bands, and offer a safe place to store additional weight. These pockets can hold from 5lbs to 5kg depending on the tank that you use. The cost of Halcyon weight pockets will vary from brand to brand, but they are well worth the price.