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Old 12-01-2009, 06:42 PM   #1
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Co2 pfd

Just bought a co2 pfd from west marine it was on sale so i got it.
Its a manual one fits comfortable and low pro.
Was wonderin' if anybody uses theses and if so what are the advantages and disadvantages.? Thanks.
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Old 12-01-2009, 10:03 PM   #2
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I have one. I only use it in the bays though. Whenever I fish La Jolla or the Point Loma kelp I always wear my regular Extrasport jacket.
They are obviously more comfortable and less bulky, but they are not always as reliable. If I'm somewhere where I couldn't swim to shore easily I opt to go with a regular pfd.
I'm sure you'll like it, but do take into consideration that your CO2 tank better be working if you truly need it.
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Old 12-02-2009, 06:13 AM   #3
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Hey Edubz

I do use one, it is the west marine belt kind, I use it versus a waders belt, it is super low pro and I am not too worried about needing to float anyway but if I did need to use it, I am more than confident in it helping me stay afloat. Generally speaking if you flip, your boat is pretty damn closeby and you shouldn't have a problem getting to it and righting yourself. But always better safe than sorry.
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Old 12-02-2009, 07:40 AM   #4
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Waist type inflatable

I also use a belt type inflatable with my waders or plain shorts. It allows a lot of mobility. I do keep a full type three in the front hatch just in the case that you have an extended stay in the water. I also suggest practicing in a pool. I know I can get back on fairly quick and I am a pretty confident swimmer. If you practice in a pool, the regular pfd may be the type of bouyancy you need to get up onto your yak again. I say try them all out. Living another day to fish is priceless.

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Old 12-02-2009, 09:29 AM   #5
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Thanks for all the input. Looks like i'll be using the co2 pfd inside the harbors, anything outside the harbor i will use the buoyant one. Both will stored onboard. Thanks again.
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Old 12-02-2009, 09:22 PM   #6
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Thanks for all the input. Looks like i'll be using the co2 pfd inside the harbors, anything outside the harbor i will use the buoyant one. Both will stored onboard. Thanks again.

Dont just store them on board wear one. A stowed PFD does you no good if your get separated from your kayak or are knocked unconscious in the surf.
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Old 12-02-2009, 10:29 PM   #7
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Dont just store them on board wear one. A stowed PFD does you no good if your get separated from your kayak or are knocked unconscious in the surf.
Yes thats what i meant thanks for looking out. I'll have both with me with one on.
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