The DGX Gears brand expandable zipper pocket allows for compact streamlined use when required or unzipping to create enough space to fit a SMB, lift bag, safety reel, large finger spool, back-up mask or many other accessories. Offering 3 different mounting options, this pocket is perfect when diving open water (waist mount), sidemount (butt mount), or for use on a CCR bailout or stage bottle (tank mount). Use a variety of quick links, snaps, hose clamps or shock cord to create the mounting system you prefer. A unique built in webbing sheath on the front allows for quick deployment of an EEZYcut Trilobite or any item with a compatible Velcro strip. You may also store Trauma Shears, a Titanium Line Cutter or basic line cutting tool when you purchase a DGX lanyard with Velcro (not included). A small webbing loop inside allows for bungee cord attachment if desired to help secure items. The over-sized zipper for the main compartment ensures smooth operation and large pull tab will accommodate use with gloves.
The pocket is rectangular with approximate dimensions of { 6 x 10 in | 15 x 25 cm } and over {3 in | 7.6 cm} wide when unzipped. A fine mesh webbing piece at the bottom provides drainage. Two { 1 in | 2.5 cm } width nylon webbing strips along the back provide a secure fit on any { 2 in | 5 cm } webbing. There are also four { 1 in | 2.5 cm } width nylon webbing strips to allow for tank mounting with either hose clamps or shock cord as desired. In addition there are two { 1 in | 2.5 cm } width nylon webbing loops to allow for butt mounting with the use of either quick links or double end snaps as preferred.
Main pro's: good price, quality, design, size, and adaptability.
Con's: A few missing features available or included by the competition. The horizontal webbing sheath is very narrow; eezy cut does not fit in mine.
The upside is that you can "upgrade" it yourself depending on taste and needs. I bought DGX 2.5cm D and split rings and double-eyed 10 cm bolt snaps to graft in Xdeep's "missing" features.
Great quality pouch, I use it for adding streamlined storage to an Aqualung Outlaw BCD (something the designer clearly thought, because it has nylon loops in the ideal position).
The Ezzycut Trilobite fits, but it is TIGHT; the DGX SharpCut, forget it.
The size of this pouch is right in-between the smaller Xdeep and larger Razor pouches. The external cutting tool mount (a nice secure fit for an EEZYcut) is way more convenient than the internal style mounts. There's a single webbing loop inside the pouch for running a loop of bungee through to make an internal clip-off point for your accessories. The craftsmanship is topnotch and this is the only pouch on the market that offers multiple mounting options–from clipping off to D-rings to mounting to cylinders. Oh yeah, and it costs ways less than other pouches on the market. This pouch is a piece of awesomeness – DGX does it again!
UPDATE:
Still a big fan of this pouch. I've been using one for almost three years now and the pouch has held up beautifully - no frays and no loose threads.
The knife sheath has held up really well and still holds an EEZYCUT firmly in place.
Gregory V.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Exactly what I was looking for
5
Sep 23, 2018
Suits my needs perfectly for a waist mounted BC bag. Well made, and fits my lift bag, spool, and backup light without too much bulk. The price was right, too.
I wasn’t expecting it to be as nice as it was. The area on the front for holding your razor cutter came as a nice surprise and it all seems to be really well made with lots of storage.
I dive multiple times a week. My gear of choice has to be rugged. These pockets provide multiple uses and flexibility in supporting my dives. Mahalo Nui Loa!!
I own 3 different butt pouches. One is no longer made, the other is came on my Stealth SM. I have gone to butt pouches for my single tank rigs to stay in line with my SM rig. This bag is good but could be improved, it's on par with the others currently on the market and is a very good value.
