New user here. Just getting some gear together. I'd like an impact vest that provides some flotation. I was told (not sure what model it was) the Dakine with a diagonal zipper aint too good. The zipper breaks often. Any other ideas? The O'Neil pull over style looks kinda thin, but I'm sure it works, and provides a bit of flotation. Seen some other models out there, I'll buy one tomorrow, but just need advice!
Thanks, and Merry Christmas.
Go to Trotac Marine and buy a Black Mustang life jacked. It is a coast guard approved PFD and it has more padding than most impact vests. We use them at Strong kiteboarding. Less than half the price of most impact vests.
I made a mistake. I'm getting into kite surfing. I should've posted this under the kiting page. Good review, and link to other info on this topic. Thanks.
As far as life jackets go, I'd love the buoyancy of a pfd, but most have straps, or buckles that provide a point where a kite line could get caught, so I'm looking more for neoprene lo profile design with no catch points on it.
not a mistake at all, but some topics (impacts vests are a good example) can relate to both Windsurfers and Kiters, so you might find good info in the "Rigging area" vs other sections. Always best to first try a search and see what comes up.
and welcome to BWD.
everyone.
