Story Another fascinating project involved designing a mountain bike brake lever that could articulate in both directions. This request came from Hayes Brake, aiming to create a lever that would be more resilient to impacts while also being easier to… Leggi tutto »Brake lever
When you possess an underwater regulator equipped with a DIN connection, it is crucial to employ a reliable DIN cap that remains affixed to the regulator at all times. Typical DIN caps present an issue: once attached, they cannot be… Leggi tutto »The importance of a good Din cap!
It has been nearly 24 years since Omer approached me with the request to design a new snorkel. The primary requirement was that it had to be highly efficient in terms of air passage, ensuring optimal ventilation for the freediver.… Leggi tutto »Omer Zoom snorkel
Introduction Back in 2004, Cressi Sub reached out to me to get my thoughts on the backplate used in their buoyancy compensators. I mentioned that while the backplate was functional, it was overly heavy and cumbersome for the style of… Leggi tutto »Cressi Sub backplate
Story One of the primary reasons for the creation of closed reels is to address the issue of line tangles, which can be a significant problem. Line tangles can cause frustration and lost time, making the use less enjoyable and… Leggi tutto »Closed reel.
Introduction The control unit of a diving jacket must be designed to be practical, lightweight, and ergonomic for optimal performance. Cressi sub approached me with a request to redesign the aesthetics of their control unit, aiming to make it more… Leggi tutto »Cressi Sub power inflator and corrugated hose
The requirement for a straightforward, robust, and virtually indestructible medium-sized scuba reel led Best Divers to enlist my expertise. They wanted me to dedicate my efforts to determine if it was possible to design a product that aligned with their… Leggi tutto »Scuba Reel
The year was 2003 Best Divers in 2003 approached me with a unique request to design some exceptionally attractive weight belt buckles. The most iconic animals that could be represented in the shapes of a buckle lever were the shark… Leggi tutto »Two nice buckles!