Hollis HD 200 BC

The Hollis HD-200 BC which promises comfort, function and durability is one of the newest systems to come out on the market and could be a winner among jacket enthusiasts who expect somewhat better trim with buoyancy control & floatation spread primarily on the back.

The popularity of wings (back mounted Buoyancy Compensators) among recreational and technical divers has driven leading manufacturers to blend together the comfort, ease and durability of a traditional jacket type BC and an integrated back-mounted bladder. The Hollis HD200 which promises comfort, function and durability is one of the newest systems to come out on the market and could be a winner among jacket enthusiasts who expect somewhat better trim with buoyancy control & floatation spread primarily on the back.

Slip this on a single cylinder with its integrated bands and… well…. you’ll still be wearing a jacket but this time the floatation will be in a more diver-friendly back position, allowing better trim and greater comfort.

Back mount jacket type BC’s differ from wings in that the bladder system is integrated, they generally utilise lightweight backplates (as opposed to aluminium or steel), they have quick release weight and side pockets as opposed to the no-restriction no-pocket approach of real wings and the positions of D-rings are more or less set unlike the full user adjustability of wings.

Back mount BC jackets generally utilise a number of quick release clips as opposed to the continuous-loop (no break point) harnesses that wing systems have embraced over years of experience and require individuals to select a certain size (and stick to that size with whatever they are wearing) unlike the one-size-fits-all concept of "adjustable" genuine wings. If you are looking for a single tank wing system instead, check out our recreational wings.

HD200 Features

• Lift: 16kg bladder S & M sizes / 20.5kg bladder L & XL sizes
• 1000 denier Cordura TM w/ PU lamination outer shell
• 15mm urethane internal bladder
• Contoured, lightweight backpack, lumbar support
• Large zippered pockets on both sides
• Knife mounting grommets on both side pockets
• System weight: 9.4lbs (4.3kg)
• Traditional 2” waist strap with Stainless buckle
• 2.27kg non-dumpable rear weight pockets
• Adjustable shoulder straps with quick release buckles
• 2 Shoulder D-Rings, 2 Hip D-Rings & 4 rear D-Rings
• 4.5kg quick release weight pockets with new pinch and pull buckle
• 2” Nylon waist strap with quick release buckle and 2” SS d-ring

Size Guide

SHIPPING:

We aim to dispatch all in-stock items within 2 working days but will inform you of approximate delivery times should any item on your order be out of stock or on supplier backorder due to current manufacturing or transport delays caused by global shortages and/or impeded production.

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information on delivery terms and returns.

Our 2022 shipping rates are as follows:

• UK mainland orders £45 and over: FREE - DPD Delivery
• UK mainland orders under £45: £4.90 Fixed Rate - DPD Delivery
• Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Highlands & Northern Ireland: £14.9 Fixed Rate
• European Union: £13.90 + 5% of order value (maximum £30)
• Rest of the World: £19.50 + 8% of order value (maximum £55)
• BFPO Post Codes: £20

INTERNATIONAL EXCEPTIONS:

For international orders containing weights, cylinders (excluding suit inflation bottles) and Suex scooters please contact us in advance before placing your order.

These products are not included in our global max-capped shipping rates and are only shipped outside of UK mainland after freight cost is calculated based on total weight, dimensions of parcel, location of delivery and the courier service used. We will let you know what this cost will be before processing any order.

All cylinders we ship within and outside of UK mainland are filled and tested on site before being emptied for dispatch. Cylinders shipped outside of the UK will be empty and will also have their valves removed, requiring reassembly after you receive delivery. Twinset manifolds and bands will also be removed and dispatched together with the cylinders for safe global shipping.

RETURNS & REFUNDS

Please contact us before any return with your order number and date details. Receive our Returns Authorisation Form and instructions and enclose them with your return to expedite a refund. Detailed information is available in our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Email us at sales@dirdirect.com or call us on +44(0)1305 824 555

Note that all returned items are shipped at the customer's own risk and remain the customer's property until received by Underwater Explorers, so please ensure they are packaged well and use reliable postal services with tracking facilities. The
goods will be inspected on arrival. 

Return postages are at your own cost and our outbound shipping costs (if items are sold with integrated basic shipping charges) may be deducted from any UK mainland refund unless linked to a fault/defect claim. 

Please contact us with your order number and name before sending any returns to:

Underwater Explorers – Returns
Unit 1, Maritime Business Centre
Mereside, Portland
Dorset, DT5 1FD 
United Kingdom

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information.