Finding a scuba regulator that won't wreck your shoulder before you reach the dive boat is harder than it sounds. In this episode, PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer Marcus Okafor breaks down everything you need to know about choosing a lightweight travel regulator that actually performs. Whether you're planning a liveaboard trip to Indonesia or exploring reefs in Cozumel, you'll learn how to pick gear that stays under 3 pounds without sacrificing the breathing quality or reliability you need underwater.

• Weight in your bag isn't the same as weight in water. A regulator might feel light at the airport but pull awkwardly on your jaw during a dive because of how it floats. You want something slightly heavier than neutral in water so it sits comfortably in your mouth all day, like how a baseball cap fits better than a balloon hat.
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