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Whether you’re a student in a PADI course, joining one of our group dive trips, or simply trying scuba for the first time, Scuba Shack has the rental equipment to get you in the water. We don’t rent commodity gear — we rent the same quality brands we sell and service every day.
Every piece of rental equipment is inspected, serviced, and tested before it goes in the water. Our regulators are bench-tested, our BCDs are bladder-checked, and our tanks are visually inspected and filled fresh. You can focus on the dive — we take care of the gear.
How to Reserve
Reserve online through our FareHarbor booking system — select your dates, confirm your equipment needs, and pay securely before you arrive. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability, but booking ahead guarantees your kit. Course students: your instructor will advise exactly what equipment is needed for each session.
Buoyancy Compensators (BCDs)
We offer both recreational back-inflate and technical backplate & wing configurations — so you can train and dive in the style that fits your goals.
Zeagle Back-Inflate BCD
Recreational · All Levels
Zeagle’s back-inflate BCDs are engineered for a natural horizontal trim position in the water — the bladder inflates behind you rather than around your torso, keeping you streamlined and reducing drag. Great for divers who want to develop proper trim and buoyancy habits from the start. Available in sizes XS–XL.
- Natural horizontal trim position
- Integrated weight pockets
- Multiple dump valves
- Sizes XS through XL
Halcyon Backplate & Wing
Technical · Advanced · DIR Configuration
The Halcyon backplate and wing is the gold standard for technical and advanced recreational diving — the same system used by cave divers and exploration divers worldwide. An aluminum or stainless backplate, continuous webbing harness, and a donut-style wing deliver exceptional trim, stability, and modularity. Ideal for Foundations & Principles course students and technical divers.
- Aluminum or stainless backplate
- Continuous webbing harness
- Single tank & double tank wings available
- DIR-style configuration
Which BCD is Right for You?
Not sure which configuration to rent? Here’s a quick guide:
- Open Water / Recreational: Zeagle back-inflate — comfortable, easy to use, promotes good trim habits
- Foundations & Principles Course: Halcyon backplate & wing — required for the course
- Technical Diving: Halcyon backplate & wing — modular, streamlined, exploration-grade
- Not sure? Ask our staff — we’ll set you up with the right configuration
Regulators
All rental regulators are bench-tested before every use. Every set includes a first stage, primary second stage, octopus backup, and SPG pressure gauge.
Apeks Regulators
Technical Grade · Cold Water Ready
Apeks are the standard for demanding diving conditions — UK-engineered, cold-water optimized, and trusted by technical and professional divers worldwide. Our Apeks rental sets deliver effortless breathing at depth with no free-flow risk in New England’s cold waters. Ideal for advanced divers, technical students, and anyone diving in challenging conditions.
- First stage + primary + octopus + SPG
- Cold water rated
- Piston or diaphragm first stages
- Bench-tested before each rental
Zeagle Regulators
Recreational · Reliable · Easy Breathing
Zeagle builds regulators for divers who prioritize reliability and comfort over all else. Smooth, effortless breathing from first breath to last. Their balanced regulators perform consistently across recreational depths and temperature ranges — excellent for Open Water students and recreational divers.
- First stage + primary + octopus + SPG
- Balanced diaphragm design
- Recreational depth rated
- Comfortable at all experience levels
Sherwood Regulators
Recreational · Proven · Entry Friendly
Sherwood has been making reliable, easy-breathing regulators since 1955. Straightforward to use, simple to maintain, and proven over decades of recreational diving. An ideal choice for first-time renters and beginner students who want dependable equipment without complexity.
- First stage + primary + octopus + SPG
- Simple, reliable design
- Ideal for Open Water students
- All units inspected and serviced regularly
Dive Computers
A dive computer is the single most important safety device a diver carries. Don’t dive without one.
Aqualung Dive Computers
Wrist-Mount · Easy to Read · All Levels
Aqualung’s rental computers provide clear, reliable no-decompression limit tracking, depth and time monitoring, and ascent rate alerts — everything you need to dive safely. Large displays and intuitive interfaces make them accessible for new divers while still providing the data experienced divers rely on. All rental units are tested and battery-checked before each use.
- Depth, time & NDL tracking
- Ascent rate alerts
- Large, easy-to-read display
- Nitrox compatible (EAN up to 50%)
- Battery checked before every rental
Do You Need a Computer?
Yes — every certified diver should dive with their own computer. If you don’t own one yet, rent one from us while you’re here and browse our selection of Aqualung, Shearwater, and Garmin computers in the Gear Store.
📍 Need help choosing? Our staff will walk you through the options.
Thermal Protection
New England waters run cold year-round. We carry wetsuit and drysuit rental options to keep you comfortable at any time of year.
Wetsuits
3mm · 5mm · 7mm Available
Our rental wetsuits are available in multiple thicknesses to match water temperature and season. Pool training typically calls for a 3mm suit; local open water diving in spring and fall warrants a 7mm full suit. Available in a wide range of sizes — our staff will help you find the right fit. Hood and glove rentals also available.
- 3mm · 5mm · 7mm full suits
- Wide size range (XS–XXL)
- Hoods and gloves available
- Suitable for pool & open water
Drysuits
Year-Round Cold Water Diving
Drysuit rental is available for certified drysuit divers — a drysuit specialty certification is required to rent. For divers who want to extend their diving season well beyond summer, a drysuit is essential in New England. Ask about drysuit certification through our PADI Dry Suit Diver course if you haven’t yet earned your card.
- Drysuit Diver certification required
- Undergarments included
- Available in select sizes — call ahead
- Ask about PADI Dry Suit Diver course
What Thickness Do You Need?
A quick guide to suit selection for local diving:
- Pool (year-round): 3mm or none
- Summer open water (70°F+): 3mm–5mm
- Spring / Fall (55–70°F): 7mm full suit
- Winter / quarry (under 55°F): Drysuit recommended
- Brownstone Quarry: 7mm or drysuit year-round
Accessories & Additional Equipment
Everything else you need for a complete, safe, and well-documented dive.
🧭 Compass
Underwater compass rental for navigation dives, Advanced Open Water training, and any dive where you want to know your heading. Available as a wrist mount or console mount. Underwater navigation is a core skill — ask us about the PADI Underwater Navigator specialty.
⚓ Weights & Weight Systems
Vinyl-coated hard weights and soft weight pouches available for rent in 1–10 lb increments. Weight belts and integrated weight pocket pouches are also available to match your BCD configuration. Our staff will help you estimate the right amount of weight for your setup and exposure suit.
🪸 Mask & Fins
Rental masks in multiple sizes — full silicone skirt for a comfortable seal. Open-heel fins with booties for open water dives; full-foot fins available for pool training. Owning your own mask is highly recommended for students and frequent divers — our staff can help you find a proper fit in the Gear Store.
🔵 Tanks — Air & Nitrox
Aluminum 80 cu ft cylinders available for rent — the standard tank for recreational diving. All tanks are visually inspected and filled fresh before your rental. Nitrox (Enriched Air) fills available for EAN-certified divers. Ask about nitrox cylinder rental if you’re planning extended dives at local sites like Brownstone Quarry.
- Aluminum 80 cu ft — standard
- Steel 100 cu ft available (ask staff)
- Air fills & Nitrox (EAN 32/36) available
- Visually inspected before every rental
- Nitrox certification required for EAN fills
📷 GoPro Cameras
Don’t have an underwater camera? Rent a GoPro and capture your dive — whether it’s your first certification dive or a spectacular trip to a local wreck. Our GoPro rental units come fully charged and ready to shoot. Waterproof housing included. Please ask about availability when booking, as units are limited.
- GoPro action camera
- Waterproof housing included
- Fully charged before rental
- Limited units — book ahead
- Great for certification dives & local dive trips
💡 Dive Lights & Safety Gear
Primary dive lights for night dives and low-visibility conditions. Safety sausages (SMBs) for open water ascents. Dive flags for shore diving at local sites. Ask our staff about specific safety accessories for your planned dive site — requirements vary by location.
- Primary dive lights
- Safety sausages (SMBs)
- Dive flags (required at CT dive sites)
- Slates & wrist notebooks
Complete Rental Packages
Rent everything you need as a complete kit — no guesswork, no missing pieces.
Full Recreational Kit
Everything you need for a recreational open water dive. Ideal for certified divers visiting local sites, Discover Scuba experiences, and PADI course students.
- Zeagle or Sherwood regulator set
- Zeagle back-inflate BCD
- Aqualung dive computer
- Wetsuit (thickness by season)
- Mask & fins
- Tank (air or nitrox)
- Weights & belt
Technical / Foundations Kit
Configured for Foundations & Principles of Diving course students and technical divers. Backplate and wing setup promotes proper horizontal trim and buoyancy control.
- Apeks regulator set
- Halcyon backplate & wing BCD
- Aqualung dive computer
- Wetsuit or drysuit
- Mask & fins
- Tank (air or nitrox)
- Weights & weight system
Individual Items
Already have some of your own gear? Rent only what you need. Individual item rentals are available for all equipment listed on this page — mix and match to complete your kit.
Popular single-item rentals include: dive computer, wetsuit, tank, BCD, regulator, GoPro camera, compass, and weights.
Reserve Gear Online
Book your rental gear through FareHarbor — select your dates, confirm your equipment needs, and pay securely online. Your gear will be inspected, assembled, and ready when you arrive.
Ready to Own Your Own Gear?
Renting is a great way to start — but owning your own gear means equipment fitted to you, maintained by us. We stock and service every brand we carry. Visit our Gear Store or shop online at scubashackct.store.
Ready to Get in the Water?
Reserve online, call us, or walk in. We’ll have your gear ready and make sure every piece is dialed in before you dive.