Scuba Diving Weights

Diving weights, or “lead,” are essential for scuba divers to achieve neutral buoyancy and compensate for the upward force of their equipment in water. The optimal amount of weight varies significantly based on body weight, body composition (fat vs. muscle), the type of exposure protection worn (e.g., thin wetsuit vs. drysuit), the buoyancy of your dive gear and tank, and whether you are diving in salt or fresh water.