Friday, September 21, 2012

Do You Know Enough About Inflatable Life Jackets?

By Robert Cliford


Have you ever thought of the reason PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices), and Life Vests are often referred to as Life Jackets for those spending time on the water? These devices earned the term life jackets since they are supposed to save your life if you should find that you need help when you are skiing, boating or during any other water activities. There is never any telling when you will need to be wearing one, so it is best to always wear yours when on the water.

The first thing you should buy when considering getting into the water whether it is riding through the rapids or canoeing or other water activities is fitting you and your party out with Inflatable life jackets. The truth is that countless numbers of people die every year without need, simply because they neglected to first get into their life vest. Even the most experienced are exhausted quickly when they are faced with having to fight to stay alive in cold water, against strong currents and in enormous waves. Add to that the possibility of injury which will render the strongest swimmers woefully helpless, you have to understand that a PFD is your best friend.

The ego should never get in the way of common sense, and adding inflatable jackets to your wardrobe will help to keep you floating no matter what. Did you know that the only real inflatable life jackets sold in the U.S. are those that have been approved by the Coast Guard? That means that the United States is serious about helping to save folks lives when they are intent on spending lots of time on U.S. waters.

Since not every PFD is designed for the same use, you just have to find the ones for your use. Some devices are designed for a more professional use while others are for private wearers. Others are also designed just to tempt you to spend your money.

Generally speaking the typical user will want to look for those devices that are form-fitting with a foam panel vest. You can see examples of this type of device by looking at catalogs of water activity equipment. It really makes no difference the size of the panel as long as it fits the wearer well. Since it is likely that when you are wearing inflatable life jackets you will be on the water for long periods, it is best to find those that offer the greatest comfort. This is easily accomplished when you try on a variety of vests before making a purchase.

They should be adjustable for anything that you will be wearing. Make sure that your choice is designed to allow you to float on your back with your legs outstretched. This one thing is very important for those who never know if they may have to spend hours in the water before rescue.

When the time comes for you and your party to go skiing, canoeing, kayaking or whatever in the water, you should first make sure that everyone has on their PFD. This one act may save your life.




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