In article 2jZIf.3299$_62.2570@edtnps90,
"Ken Heaton" wrote:

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"Ryk" wrote in message
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On Thu, 16 Feb 2006 00:52:06 -0500, in message

Larry wrote:

"MarshallE" wrote in
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I am looking at various PFD's that are auto/manual inflatable with a
harness. I know very little about the different brands and am hopeful
that others have opinions and perhaps where to purchase at discount
prices. thanks




There's only one brand.....Sospenders

Mustang?

Ryk

Back in October of 2004 Practical Sailor (Vol.39 # 19) tested a group of
PFD's, including Sospenders (and it's West Marine twin), Stearns, Crewsaver
& Mustang. In their conclusions they prefered the UK based Crewsaver for
"its excelent comfort and fit" but recommended the Mustang models if you
needed a USCG-approved vest. Mustang has redesigned their models to improve
comfort and operation since this test and are still USCG-approved. In face
the USCG uses Mustang PFD's themselves. I have an older Mustang and use it
all the time. I find it very comfortable, in fact I usually forget I have
it on.

All great comments. Mine is a minor consideration but one that for some
turn into a major one. Try on as many of the recommended brands and
styles that you can. Fit might matter.

I have a shorter torso for a man over 6 feet tall. The life jacket I got
was made in both short and long models. I know I would not have worn
the long one, too uncomfortable, but I almost always wear the one i
bought. These things only work if they are on so make sure you buy one
you will wear.

harlan

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