In looking at the multi pocketed vest,if you filled all the pockets, with knives,food or whatever I doubt the thing would float even itself Bob Sitka *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
At 08:45 PM 12/8/99 -0900, Rev. Bob Carter wrote: >In looking at the multi pocketed vest,if you filled all the pockets, with >knives,food or whatever I doubt the thing would float even itself I have a Serratus PFD that I really like and it has lots of pockets. Since Serratus is a Candian company it only has the Canadian equivalent of the coast guard approval and I have often wondered if the number of pockets has anything to do with the lack of U.S. Coast Guard approval. It also has a bunch of loops down the back and an optional pocket that can be attached. Instead, I have a Gaia water pack that attaches easily with a coupld of velcro straps through the loops. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I am a fan of the Stormy Seas inflatable flotation vests originally created for Alaskan commercial fishermen. They can be inflated instantly by pulling a lanyard that activates a CO2 cartridge or inflated orally to any degree desired. My vest is excellent for paddling - short waist, large arm openings, you forget you are wearing it when it's uninflated. It was designed to not get in the way of work so those commercial fishermen would wear it. Mine has three good sized pockets for carrying items plus a large "sleeve" across the back you can stuff things into. I too carry emergency gear when paddling and use a fanny pack rotated around in front - works well for me, though like Rev. Bob I sometimes wonder if all this will really float. Just kidding. The Stormy Seas inflatable vests were not USCG approved last time I saw a report on USCG approved inflatables. Does anyone know the latest? The overall quality of the vests is excellent. They are tough and well made. I am using my second one and could not be more pleased. Bob Shipman Houston *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
In a message dated 12/11/99 9:44:27 AM Pacific Standard Time, SHIPMANBW_at_aol.com writes: > I am a fan of the Stormy Seas inflatable flotation vests originally created > for Alaskan commercial fishermen. They can be inflated instantly by pulling a > lanyard that activates a CO2 cartridge or inflated orally to any degree desired. Have you tried swimming any distance in surf or seas (such as trying to catch a drifting boat) with the SS vest? How about rescues and rolls? They are very compact, but I worry about the bulkiness. They are designed to float you face up without a lot of activity and also don't provide much body armor or insulation. I'm very interested in hearing your experiences. > The Stormy Seas inflatable vests were not USCG approved last time I saw a > report on USCG approved inflatables. Does anyone know the latest? > Don't know about SS, but others are now available which are CG Approved. Harold *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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