Re: [Paddlewise] Swimming and pfds...

From: Dave Kruger <kdruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Mon, 12 Nov 2007 11:51:29 -0800
Mike Euritt wrote:
> Swimming with or with out PFD, what about those inflatible PFD's, a bit
> pricey, but would they be more swim friendly?

No.  Worse.  They hang off the body and do not conform as well as 
foam-based PFD's.  I think one of the ski vests that is tailored to fit 
tightly would be the best for swimming, but not sure they are rated Type III.

-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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