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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.
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Ken Heaton & Anne Tobin
Cape Breton Island, Canada
kenheaton at eastlink dot ca