Best PFD

[finyak]

I'am looking for a good pfd,maybe something that can hold a radio and some tackle.

Thanks,Finyak

[jorluivil]

The best PFD is the one that saves your life.



There's quite a few out there but don't choose storage over comfort. I wear my PFD between 8-10 hrs a day so for me comfort is far more important than what I can store in it.

[mtnbykr2]

:iagree:
storage should be later on the list, when choosing a PFD that hopefully
will never have to be utilized...I had one that was way too heavy and hot, I got a new one last Christmas, on my annual trip to BPS, and I wore it around the store for like an hour and a half before I decided it felt good enough for me...
quite humorous really, I can imagine how dorky I looked sitting in different seats and the floor with the PFD on, and walking around the store with it on, trying to decide what other stuff I needed at the time....:o

[RockyRaab]

I only fish freshwater, so perhaps my needs differ. I found an unused but pre-owned manual inflation PFD on eBay and love it. No pockets for a radio or anything, but I don't need that.

I can heartily recommend the manual inflation type; they are lightweight, not bulky, are completely open in back, and won't go off unless and until you want them to. You DO have to be conscious to activate them, please note.

[jorluivil]

I only fish freshwater, so perhaps my needs differ. I found an unused but pre-owned manual inflation PFD on eBay and love it. No pockets for a radio or anything, but I don't need that.

I can heartily recommend the manual inflation type; they are lightweight, not bulky, are completely open in back, and won't go off unless and until you want them to. You DO have to be conscious to activate them, please note.

Fresh water or saltwater, don't get comfortable just because you're in a lake and not in an open ocean. As a matter of fact, there are more drowning in freshwater than in saltwater. Those inflatable pfd's are cool but you have to remember to replace the co2 cans, an empty or faulty co2 can is about as good as a regular pfd that sits stored away in your kayak. Furthermore, if for any reason the inflated bags get punctured you're screwed. Don't take a chance on safety and please, please, please, I beg you.......don't be a cheap ass when it comes to things that can save your life.

[Jimmyz123]

I'am looking for a good pfd,maybe something that can hold a radio and some tackle.

Thanks,Finyak

Make sure you don't just order one on line, go try them on. The one I have now works fine and I'm getting use to it, but I liked my previous one better and cannot find the other one anymore. Just make sure it's comfortable.
This is what I have
http://www.basspro.com/Ascend-Paddling-Fishing-Vest/product/10225851/125410

[mtnbykr2]

Yes please, no skimping on safety, I wear a PFD on the lakes too, i have seen too many close calls in the fresh water, and lost a buddy to fresh water from not wearing one...be safe catch fish....

[bellcon]

I'm sure as much as the moderators appreciate all the "atta-boys" lately for exercising their power to keep this zoo under control,
It don't pay the bills $$$ :doh:

OEX has a great selection of PFD's so support Andy, CJ and OEX with more than just "good job"
and maybe buy your gear from the people who you bring this ever changing internut web site

that's all:D

[Iceman]

I carry a few different one from NRS, Stohlquist and Extrasport, I like the NRS Chinook.

[Old Man in the Sea]

Great PFD
I use the left side for safety and right side for fishing!!!

http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/servlet/the-921/Fisherman-PFD/Detail

[echo1er]

Stohlquist. This is the vest I have. Short simple quick review.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-9xUxkpZRw

[steveooo]

Great PFD
I use the left side for safety and right side for fishing!!!

http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/servlet/the-921/Fisherman-PFD/Detail

Great Vest. That's the one I have. Super comfy, very well made, with a little bit of storage too.

[finyak]

Thanks guys,lots of good info.Sorry about your buddy mtnbkr.

[dorado50]

You'll never know which one is the best....."until the one your wearing does save your life". Make the right choice.

[bus kid]

NRS its a WSB and YT magnet.

http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/servlet/the-373/NRS-Chinook-pfd-life/Detail