Re: [Paddlewise] Inflatable PFD's

At 07:12 AM 10/8/98 -0400, John Winters wrote:
>Nick wrote;
>
>(SNIP of valid points regarding inflatable PFDs)
>
>All of Nick's points are worth considering and but to my knowledgenon of
>the non infltables is as comfortable as the inflatbale and none will
>guarantee to float you head up.
>
>No, inflatables are not perfect but they do offer advantages. I believe
>they can be a suitable alternative to foam jackets for those whose
>priorities differ. To me the biggest advanatge is that they take up less
>room on the deck.
>
>Cheers,
>John Winters
>Redwing Designs
>Specialists in Human Powered Watercraft
>http://home.ican.net/~735769/
>


Most people seem to wear the inflatable more often than the bulky foam PFD
if given a choice,
comfort seem to be the key

Dana
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