Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Life jacket of choice for BWCA
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OldFingers57 |
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brux |
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amhacker22 |
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3Ball |
quote amhacker22: "I've got one that I pull a cord and it inflates. I forget it's there when I'm paddling. It's not good if you're in a fast water, but I never am, so it works." Thats what I do too, but I don't know what I would do if I had to actually deploy it early in a trip. Do you bring a recharge kit? |
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brux |
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jrlatt |
Thanks for sharing and Happy trails |
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jrlatt |
Happy trails |
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kona |
When you were talking about the old Seda PFDs, this one came to mind, will this work for you? edit, cannot get the URL tool to work, so cut and paste this link to the Extrasport Ranger PFD Type V: https://www.sierratradingpost.com/extrasport-ranger-pfd-life-jacket-uscg-approved-type-v-for-men-and-women~p~4202n/?filterString=s~pdf/&avad=5434_ff0bd281+5434_df0af5d1&utm_source=bwca.com+bwca.com&utm_medium=Affiliate_AvantLink+Affiliate_AvantLink&utm_campaign=Affiliate+Affiliate&codes-processed=true |
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mirth |
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ozarkpaddler |
quote jrlatt: "Just doing an update. I have looked at Cabelas, Walmart, and Midwest. Still like the Oneill at Dicks the best for fit. Walmart and Cabelas both had ones that were somewhat ok. I'm still looking. I had missed that you wanted to know the model of my Mustang PFD. t was It is the Mustang Integrity flotation vest, which is apparently not made anymore? They DO make the Integrity Float Coat. I did find two places online that have Small, and one that has Small and Medium. The link with only Small has some reviews, too. They DO run large, however, and a Medium would probably fit someone that wears Large? I decided to just keep using my old summer PFD's until cold weather because I cannot find ANYTHING that doesn't fit someone over 6' like a freakin' bra. Good luck. Sure wish SEDA still made PFD's. Mustang Integrity Float Coat Mustang Integrity Vest(BSC)&utm_term=1100402429854&utm_content=Bing%20Product%20Listing%20Ad Mustang Integrity Vest=[ADL]%20[UM]%20[Shopping]%20-%20Generic%20Level&utm_term=1100502012481&utm_content=Generic%20Level%20-%20Product%20Type&kwid=bingproductads-adid^11071549041-device^c-plaid^1100502012481-sku^MSTIFVSM@ADL4LP@ADL10BMC-adType^PLA |
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Frenchy19 |
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ozarkpaddler |
quote kona: "OzarkPaddler: Thanks so much! I had a similar Extrasport and the foam was much more bulky and restrictive than the SEDA. They LOOK so similar, you wouldn't think they would feel so different? Thanks anyway! |
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troutdude |
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jrlatt |
I have been thinking of replacing my Stolquist fisherman. It is ok I like the front pockets but, I have to take it of to portage. Can be warm in the summer zipped up usually it is left unzipped. I am looking for something That can be worn to portage packs, not to warm in summer. I think I may be going back to my old sterns. I also use Wenonah Bucket seat backband ahttp://www.wenonah.com/Items.aspx?id=43 with my canoe. I was looking at The MTI Fisherman. So many life jackets have a strap on the shoulders. Thats does not look very comfortable to portage a canoe. Was wondering Is there a perfect pfd for the BWCA. |
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ozarkpaddler |
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Wables |
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DeanL |
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Wables |
quote OldFingers57: "The only PFD that is best for you is the one that fits you the best and is comfortable to wear. " This is how I ended up with my new NRS. My last 2 were internet purchases, and I was not thrilled with either. I finally went somewhere that I could try a bunch on. |
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ozarkpaddler |
quote Wables: "quote OldFingers57: "The only PFD that is best for you is the one that fits you the best and is comfortable to wear. " Since our body structures are so different, trying them on in person IS "Ideal." Unfortunately, some of us live a long way from paddling shops, so I've had to do the internet thing myself. I've sent a ton of them back over the years. I love my Mustang PFD for cold weather paddling. Fits like an insulated vest. I highly recommend it! Problem is that it is too warm for summertime paddling unless you're paddling where it's cold. I know I cannot be the last "Dinosaur" out there that likes a PFD that comes down to your belt line? |
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jrlatt |
Ozarkpaddler I like the jacket. Which model is it? I have tried some at Dick's and Gander Mtn. I like the fit of the Oneil at Dicks. It came down to just above the belt with a size up. https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/oneill-mens-superlite-life-vest/16onem2016mnssprlwsr I liked the fit of it a size bigger than I would normally buy. Down side is there are no pockets and the back does not have a sweat line in it. I am going to check midwest this week. Nice thing is that I am really not in a hurry. Happy trails |