The Best Life Jackets
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The Best Life Jackets
A life jacket is a must if you are out in a boat. You might not think you need one but if you end up in the water, then trust me you will be glad you were wearing one. There are different types of life jackets. This lens has more about life jackets and also some great ones to choose from.
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Types of Life Jackets
Inherently Buoyant - A PFD made primarily of foam. This PFD is recommended for adults and children, for swimmers and non-swimmers, and they are rugged and easy to maintain.
Inflatable - An inflatable air chamber inflates automatically upon submersion in water, or when activated manually. This kind of PFD is only recommended for swimmers, and is not suitable for children, or for use in water sports or personal water craft. The advantages of the inflatable PFD are they are the most comfortable to wear, have high performance and will turn an unconscious person face up. The disadvantage is they require regular maintenance to work properly and be Coast Guard approved.
Hybrid - Combines foam and inflation. This PFD can be worn by adults and children and is recommended for swimmers and non-swimmers. The advantages of this type of PFD is comfort, style and high performance. The disadvantage is they require regular maintenance to work properly and be Coast Guard approved.
Inflatable - An inflatable air chamber inflates automatically upon submersion in water, or when activated manually. This kind of PFD is only recommended for swimmers, and is not suitable for children, or for use in water sports or personal water craft. The advantages of the inflatable PFD are they are the most comfortable to wear, have high performance and will turn an unconscious person face up. The disadvantage is they require regular maintenance to work properly and be Coast Guard approved.
Hybrid - Combines foam and inflation. This PFD can be worn by adults and children and is recommended for swimmers and non-swimmers. The advantages of this type of PFD is comfort, style and high performance. The disadvantage is they require regular maintenance to work properly and be Coast Guard approved.
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