Best fishing PFD? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

buddha · 08-27-2014, 02:38 PM

What I would recommend that you definitely do is to try them on for fit. I originally bought the Kokatat Bahia Tour after hearing all the great reviews.

I bought it without trying it on and it was way way too bulky for me.

I returned it and bought the Kokatat MsFit Tour which fits me perfectly and has great features.

Kokatat MsFit Tour Life Jacket-PFD

Unisex
500D Cordura outer and 200D nylon inner
16 lbs. 6 oz.
USCG Type IIITouring
Articulated shell and foam panels
2 bellows pockets with zippered side entry
One electronics pocket
Front lash tab, reflective tape
Strobe lash tab on back

I forget that I have it on that is how good it fits.

You have to try them on and see how they fit and if they have the components that you like.

tacmik · 08-27-2014, 03:08 PM

The best pfd you can get is the one that fits best and is comfortable to wear. I do have the stohlquist that I really like. Try different ones on and get one that you will wear whenever you paddle.

bmercury · 08-27-2014, 06:21 PM

I am more than pleased with the NRS Chinook.

619-SWIM-DOG · 08-27-2014, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by tacmik

The best pfd you can get is the one that fits best and is comfortable to wear. I do have the stohlquist that I really like. Try different ones on and get one that you will wear whenever you paddle.

X2 stohlquist

Bert Vega · 08-27-2014, 06:35 PM

I like my hobie vest. Matches my kayak perfectly!!

Hunters Pa · 08-27-2014, 07:15 PM

When you try it on sit in a chair or on the ground and move your arms in a paddling motion. You want to make sure it does not bind or interfere with your stroke or get uncomfortable when sitting

FISH11 · 08-27-2014, 08:25 PM

You should try several different brands and models. Every ones body shape is different and so are the personal preferences on number of pockets and locations. so it kind of comes down to personal preference but the model I found that fits best and has just enough and not too large pockets and a place for the VHF radio is the NRS Chinook. Make sure to get one that has the lower back mesh so it doesn't interfere with the seat back cushion and is comfortable to paddle while wearing.

ol'skool · 08-27-2014, 08:39 PM

Doesn't anyone use the CO2 rip cord type? True, you can't hang a bunch of stuff off them but dang, you don't even know you're wearing one. I love mine!

08-27-2014, 03:08 PM	#2
tacmik Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: East County Posts: 914	The best pfd you can get is the one that fits best and is comfortable to wear. I do have the stohlquist that I really like. Try different ones on and get one that you will wear whenever you paddle. __________________

08-27-2014, 08:25 PM	#7
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	You should try several different brands and models. Every ones body shape is different and so are the personal preferences on number of pockets and locations. so it kind of comes down to personal preference but the model I found that fits best and has just enough and not too large pockets and a place for the VHF radio is the NRS Chinook. Make sure to get one that has the lower back mesh so it doesn't interfere with the seat back cushion and is comfortable to paddle while wearing. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

08-27-2014, 02:38 PM	#1
buddha Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: chula vista Posts: 907	What I would recommend that you definitely do is to try them on for fit. I originally bought the Kokatat Bahia Tour after hearing all the great reviews. I bought it without trying it on and it was way way too bulky for me. I returned it and bought the Kokatat MsFit Tour which fits me perfectly and has great features. Kokatat MsFit Tour Life Jacket-PFD Unisex 500D Cordura outer and 200D nylon inner 16 lbs. 6 oz. USCG Type IIITouring Articulated shell and foam panels 2 bellows pockets with zippered side entry One electronics pocket Front lash tab, reflective tape Strobe lash tab on back I forget that I have it on that is how good it fits. You have to try them on and see how they fit and if they have the components that you like.

08-27-2014, 06:21 PM	#3
bmercury Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 103	I am more than pleased with the NRS Chinook.

08-27-2014, 06:35 PM	#5
Bert Vega Tail Chaser! Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Murrieta Posts: 627	I like my hobie vest. Matches my kayak perfectly!!

08-27-2014, 07:15 PM	#6
Hunters Pa Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fullerton Posts: 1,361	When you try it on sit in a chair or on the ground and move your arms in a paddling motion. You want to make sure it does not bind or interfere with your stroke or get uncomfortable when sitting

08-27-2014, 08:39 PM	#8
ol'skool Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Lomita Posts: 77	Doesn't anyone use the CO2 rip cord type? True, you can't hang a bunch of stuff off them but dang, you don't even know you're wearing one. I love mine!