Mares Compact SMB

By Mares - Model: Compact SMB

Category: Surface Marker Buoys

Rating: 4.2/5

Price range: $15-$25

Simple open-ended SMB that's easy to deploy. Just hold it open and exhale into it or use your octo. Compact roll-up design fits easily in a BCD pocket.

Pros

• Easy to deploy
• Affordable
• Compact

Cons

• Open-ended — some gas escapes
• Less stable than closed-circuit

Suitable for: beginners, recreational, budget-friendly