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XS Scuba Highland Valor Harness
XS Scuba | XS Scuba is a privately held company, located in Santa Ana, CA., that was formed in 2002. From the first product, a patented weight belt, they have quickly grown to be a full line supplier of diving products. Using strategic acquisitions of other diving companies, they have been able to expand their product offering to include regulators, buoyancy compensators and instrumentation that are recognized for performance and reliability. XS Scuba’s Public Safety line includes a specially curated selection of high-quality, mission-critical equipment. XS Scuba is committed to supporting those who protect our communities, and this Public Safety Program is a testament to that commitment. With this program, XS Scuba aims to set new standards in quality and reliability for Public Safety professionals.
 

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XS Scuba Highland Valor Harness
The Highland Valor is a backplate-integrated harness. It is the chassis that supports multiple plates, wings and technical pockets.
WEIGHT CAPACITY: 30 lb (13.6 kg) with Bottom Drop weight pockets
RELEASABLE WEIGHT: 30 lb (13.6 kg) / HARNESS MATERIAL: 1680 denier nylon with polyurethane coating / D-RINGS: 6 mm & 4 mm Diam & 304 stainless steel

XS Scuba Highland Valor Harness | Scuba Center Public Safety Diving 

  • Can be used with or without a backplate

  • Supports twin cylinders when backplate is installed

  • Waist panels are reinforced with high-density polyethylene sheets to support heavy weight pockets, utility pockets, or accessories

  • Four 2-inch (50 mm) shoulder and hip D-rings with the ability to remove or add more D-rings

  • Six 1-inch (25 mm) side harness D-rings for mounting canister lights or other accessories

  • Two 1-inch (25 mm) rear tail D-rings for additional rear pocket mounting options

  • 1.5-inch (38 mm) side-release, thumb lift shoulder buckles

  • 1.5-inch (38 mm) crotch strap with two 2-inch (50 mm) D-rings

  • Removable back pad

  • Removable Solas reflector on left shoulder

  • Knife mounting grommets found on both left and right waistband

  • Multiple accessory pocket options

  • Heavy-duty stainless steel waistband buckle

  • 2 sets of 11- inch (280 mm) centered grommets on back for mounting twin cylinder bands or single tank adapter
Size Height Weight (lb) Waist (in)
Small 5'2" - 5'10" 120-175 32-60
Medium 5'10" - 6'2" 165-210 36-60
Large 6'2" - 6'5" 195-270 40-60
XS Scuba Highland Valor Harness | Scuba Center Public Safety Diving 

New Product. Estimated availability: April 2025
Price: $495.00
Backplates
The backplate is the chassis that supports the entire kit. Technical divers choose Highland backplates because of the attention given to the small details such as beveled edges and slot placement.

  • All edges are beveled to protect the harness webbing

  • The 3 holes at the top of the plate offer variable height adjustment for air cell and cylinder mounting.

  • In addition, a corresponding lower oval slot allows for lower band bolts that may be misaligned

  • Slots at bottom for use with 1 in (2.5 cm) or 2 in (5 cm) crotch strap

  • 3/8 in (9.5 mm) accessory mounting holes along the sides and bottom

  • Hardware not included

XS Scuba Highland Aluminum Backplate | Scuba Center | Minnesota 

Aluminum Backplate

 Price: $115.95   add XS Scuba Highland Aluminum Backplate – Black, HL801-AL to cart

  • 6061 aluminum alloy with black anodized finish

  • 1 lb 11oz (765 g)

XS Scuba Highland Stainless Steel Backplate | Scuba Center | Minnesota 

 Stainless Steel Backplate Price: $149.95   add XS Scuba Highland Stainless Steel Backplate, HL801-SS to cart

  • 304 stainless-steel, 11-gauge (.115 in / 3 mm)

  • 5 lbs (2.3 kg)
Wings / Buoyancy Cells
Highland Wings are built strong, using the best fabrics and materials. The designs are versatile and cross-compatible so that they easily adapt to other brands of backplates and harnesses.
Highland Wings feature streamlined, low-profile hardware including a low-profile elbow on the upper left.

  • 360º full circle design allows quick left/right gas transfer

  • 4 cam slots allow direct attachment to cylinder with nylon cam bands

  • Each model has a carrying handle strong enough to lift the attached cylinder(s)

  • "K-Style" tech inflator on an elliptical 19 in (23 cm) corrugated hose

  • 25 in (63.5 cm) Miflex quick-disconnect hose (carbon color)

  • The 37 lb single wing has an anti-roll bar assembly (removable)

XS Scuba Highland 37 lb Single Wing |  

 37 Pound Wing Price: $329.95   add XS Scuba Highland 37 Pound Wing, HL37W to cart
 

XS Scuba Highland 45 lb Twin Wing |  

 45 Pound Twin Wing Price: $379.95   add XS Scuba Highland 45 Pound Twin Wing, HL45W to cart
 
Accessories / Pocket Options

XS Scuba Highland Side-Slide Weight Pockets (Pair), HL209 

Side-Slide Weight Pockets (Pair)

 Price: $94.95   add XS Scuba Highland Side-Slide Weight Pockets (Pair), HL209 to cart

Side-Slide weight pockets are an easy way to add lead to a 2 in webbed harness, usually associated with a backplate and a wing.

  • Large, side-squeeze 2 in buckles on the front of the pocket for easy release of weights

  • Adjustment strap with D-ring to cinch down for snug fit

  • Each pocket holds up to 12 lbs of lead weights

  • Dual grommet tail on the back allows for attachment to backplate (Keeps pouches from sliding forward)

  • A 30º angled web retainer on the back provides an option to mount the weights at an upward angle, a feature desirable to small waisted divers

  • A large, 2 in stainless steel D-ring is found on the bottom of each pocket for accessory attachment

  • Sold as a pair

XS Scuba Highland Hurricane Pocket, HL220 | Scuba Center Minnesota 

 Hurricane Pocket Price: $49.95   add XS Scuba Highland Hurricane Pocket, HL220 to cart
The Highland Hurricane Pocket securely holds your critical accessories. Thanks to two, large zipper pulls of different sizes, you can blindly identify which pocket is which. Internal D-ring attachment points prevent accidental loss of accessories.
Dimensions: 8"x6"x3"

XS Scuba Highland Squall Pocket, HL230 | Mask not included. 

 Squall Pocket Price: $39.95   add XS Scuba Highland Squall Pocket, HL230 to cart
The Highland Squall Pocket is perfect for carrying your backup mask. The semi-rigid sides allow the mask to slide right in. An over-sized clip on the front is no match for 5 mm or dry gloves. The Squall is so versatile, it can also carry many types of technical accessories, such as spools, wet notes, and SMBs. Masks or accessories no included.
Dimensions: 6.25"x2"x4"

XS Scuba Highland Tempest Pocket, HL220 | Scuba Center 

 Tempest Pocket Price: $49.95   add XS Scuba Highland Tempest Pocket, HL220 to cart
The Highland Tempest Pocket securely holds your critical accessories. The large, zippered pocket is ideal for a spare mask, reel, or SMB. Thefront accessory pocket is ideal for a spool or a jonline. An internal D-ring and loop attachment points prevent accidental loss of accessories.
Dimensions: 8.25"x5.5"x3.5"

XS Scuba Highland Zephyr Pocket, HL225 |  

 Zephyr Pocket Price: $29.95   add XS Scuba Highland Zephyr Pocket, HL225 to cart

The Highland Zephyr Pocket is a spacious utility pocket that securely holds your diving accessories. It features an 18 in internal bungee loop so that you can clip off your accessories and not worry about dropping them while getting them in and out of the pocket.
Dimensions: 6"x6"x2.5"
 
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While these are excellent reference materials, in no way should this information be considered a replacement for proper training for the specific type of diving in which you plan to participate.