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capetonian
Joined: 11 Aug 2006 Posts: 1197 Location: Florida
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Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2021 10:04 am Post subject: Impact vest in the waves |
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Any feedback on using an impact vest for extra flotation on big days in the surf? I'm not as fit and young as I used to be so I'm looking for an extra bit of peace of mind.
Specifically looking at this:
https://stores.wetsuit.com/rescue-vest-red-m41/ |
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dllee
Joined: 03 Jul 2009 Posts: 5329 Location: East Bay
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Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2021 11:24 am Post subject: |
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Works well, especially if you're willing to get to shore ASAP.
Ducking under is problematic, of course.
Most big wave windsurfers wear it.
Ist time at Phantoms, talk was about that on the shore..1986.
Jason Polakow wears one. |
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combs
Joined: 01 Apr 1997 Posts: 130
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Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2021 12:23 pm Post subject: |
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I have this exact same vest and love it. Many pockets for knife, whistle, extra line, etc. |
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dllee
Joined: 03 Jul 2009 Posts: 5329 Location: East Bay
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Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2021 1:51 pm Post subject: |
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Lots of cold water sailors wear round toe booties..easy in and out, warm...but provide little swimming power, so float vests allow you to tumble towards shore.
Lay flat in shallow sharp reefs, ball up a bit in deep water or sand bottoms to get pushed in farther.
That float vest allows you to double your ride time on each row of whitewater.
Round toes to allow narrower strap screw placement for firmer control.
Small feet riders can wear split toes, but I'm size 11. |
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jingebritsen
Joined: 21 Aug 2002 Posts: 3371
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dcharlton
Joined: 24 Apr 2002 Posts: 414
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Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2021 7:54 pm Post subject: |
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Yes, they're great, not restrictive and keep you warm in the winter months. Definitely a good addition, just get a big size as they fit tight!!!
DC |
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