PFD advice!

[socalyaker556]

Im looking to get a PDF this weekend and wanted some input on quality companies that make them for a decent price-- im a good size guy 6ft 260lbs so one that has some good adjustment would help and would like the ones designed for a kayak with the back cut out for the seat and some pockets on the chest... any suggestions would help thanks

[buddha]

Originally Posted by socalyaker556

Im looking to get a PDF this weekend and wanted some input on quality companies that make them for a decent price-- im a good size guy 6ft 260lbs so one that has some good adjustment would help and would like the ones designed for a kayak with the back cut out for the seat and some pockets on the chest... any suggestions would help thanks

I just bought a new pfd recently. I ended up with the Kokatat Ms Fit Tour PFD. Originally I bought the Kokatat Bahia Tour which is a very popular pfd with great reviews. After trying it on it was too bulky in the front for me. The one I bought fit a whole lot better.

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

Another popular pfd is the NRS Chinook but I have not tried that one on.

Stohlquist fisherman is also a good one apparently.

You MUST try them out though and everyone has a different fit.

What feels comfortable for you I may hate and vise versa.

Also when you put them on you have to have them fit snugly. If they are put on too loosely when you are in the water the pfd will run up too high and your floatation will be compromised.

Get one that fits well first and don't worry about storage. There are plenty of ways to store things on a kayak but having a good pfd can save your life.

[Phatford]

I am very happy with my PFD... Very adjustable and easy to make comfortable. I wear it with no issues. I would guess some people don't wear theirs because they just aren't comfortable. This is what I bought:
http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...man-PFD/Detail

[buddha]

Originally Posted by Phatford

I am very happy with my PFD... Very adjustable and easy to make comfortable. I wear it with no issues. I would guess some people don't wear theirs because they just aren't comfortable. This is what I bought:
http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...man-PFD/Detail

That is the stohlquist fishermen and one that Paul Lebowitz thought was a good one.

Still best to try several out before you jump into the water sorta speak.

[Hunters Pa]

Go somewhere that has a variety. When you try it on, sit on the floor and mock the paddling motion to see if it rubs or binds anywhere. Try sitting in a chair to see how it will feel in back when you are in your kayak.

Don't skimp.

When you find the one that works for you USE IT. I have a wife and two kids relying on me coming home every trip. I swim well, but I can't swim if I am knocked out by some idiot on a jetski or in a boat.

[socalyaker556]

Thanks for the input guys im going to south wind thid weekend to pick up a roof rack and they have a bunch there ill have to spend some time and find one that fits just right

[blitzburgh]

Originally Posted by socalyaker556

Thanks for the input guys im going to south wind thid weekend to pick up a roof rack and they have a bunch there ill have to spend some time and find one that fits just right

Try them on there...but buy it here
http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...FDs/Categories

[Hunters Pa]

Originally Posted by socalyaker556

Thanks for the input guys im going to south wind thid weekend to pick up a roof rack and they have a bunch there ill have to spend some time and find one that fits just right

Try OEX, the fine people that bring us this website, first

[momo fish]

Agree. Especially since the prices are great as well.


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[pbb]

I got the Stohlquist Piseas for about $25 less than the Fisherman, and I like it just fine.