personal floatation devices
Mar 4, 2022 11:07:20 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Whitey wrote:
Lol I just got my flyer out of mailbox a little bit ago. Have ya guys used these from BPS. I just read that they are made in China also one of the questions was about if it would keep your head up out of water. The answer was you have to keep your head up so hope no one gets knocked out 😳
Whitey I've got two of them one I've had for many years. Replaced cartridge last yr. This thing has to be at least 15 yrs old. I put it is storage box without putting it in mesh bag. When I got home n pulled it out the handle snagged n it went off. I know the cartridge lasted that long. I have the 24
Mar 4, 2022 11:12:37 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
DC wrote:
I was looking at a westMarine inflateable and saw ... (show quote)
If you look into you'll find at least the ones I looked out will only stay inflated for a period of time. Also read one article that said don't wear under a certain temp. Some say don't buy auto. I figure if I'm alone n for whatever reason can't pull handle I'm dead for sure👍
Mar 4, 2022 12:09:42 #
plumbob wrote:
Did you say something DD? I must have tuned out. 
I said……….”I’M SPECIAL”………did you hear me that time…😜😂🤣🐟on
Mar 4, 2022 12:21:19 #
DC
Loc: Washington state
OJdidit wrote:
Too many Lawyers!
yea you are most likely right. but still why would anyone buy their life jacket if it is only for strong swimmers? Even strong swimmers if the water is cold or the waves choppy will at some point become tired and become not so strong any more at which point they are going to want a life jacket that keeps them afloat. By the way these were not cheap inflatables they were about $189 rated for off shore use. I was just about to buy a set when I saw the disclamer on the inside of the harness and decided I'll look for something else
Mar 4, 2022 16:33:17 #
DozerDave wrote:
I said……….”I’M SPECIAL”………did you hear me that time…😜😂🤣🐟on
Mar 4, 2022 21:05:07 #
plumbob wrote:
Did you say you got detention when you was skinny dipping after school when you was in the eight grade !!!!😎😎😎
Mar 4, 2022 21:07:27 #
Sorry Plumbob that was for DD hit the wrong button 😳😳😳
Mar 4, 2022 22:05:05 #
bottomcoon
Loc: Tahlequah, oklahoma
Jeremy wrote:
Mustang. Test it within 6 years. The service period is 5 years if I am not mistaken. They are awesome and can be manually activated. Whenever they are activated ( manually or automatically ) you need to replace the 💊 pill and cartridge. I’m using slang but water melts the trigger or you break it if activated manually.
Mustang has a new one that is activated by hydrostatic pressure. It will set itself off if you are taken underwater. I will never spend 3 cents on one that will go off in the rain. Been there done that.
Mar 4, 2022 23:21:39 #
Billycrap2 wrote:
Did you say you got detention when you was skinny dipping after school when you was in the eight grade !!!!😎😎😎
Yep! If’n you can’t do the time, don’t do the crime…
🐟onMar 8, 2022 20:14:30 #
bottomcoon wrote:
Mustang has a new one that is activated by hydrostatic pressure. It will set itself off if you are taken underwater. I will never spend 3 cents on one that will go off in the rain. Been there done that.
I thought the same thing but have never heard of a water activated PDF control device. You’d better not ride with me on the Columbia River with one of those on if the wind kicks up, which it does a bunch, or you’re gonna look like the pills bury dough boy until it deflates 20 minutes after it’s activated. The ones I use are a floatation device as soon as I put them on and still an active PDF 8 hours later when I take them off. Comfortable and I don’t need to worry about trying to activate it for it to work.
Mar 8, 2022 20:24:16 #
DC
Loc: Washington state
Catfish hunter wrote:
I thought the same thing but have never heard of a... (show quote)
i would be interrested in what brand and what it looks like. mine migjt be comfortable and no need to inflate but on warm or hot summer days are to hot to wear without getting heat stroke
Mar 8, 2022 20:53:43 #
bottomcoon
Loc: Tahlequah, oklahoma
D Tong wrote:
I have a PFD from bass pro shop the
AM/24 I wear it while fishing 🎣 SF Bay and lake Berryessa and can keep it on all day without having any restrictions they are about a $100.00 for each one
Good luck 👍 on what you are looking for and safe fishing
AM/24 I wear it while fishing 🎣 SF Bay and lake Berryessa and can keep it on all day without having any restrictions they are about a $100.00 for each one
Good luck 👍 on what you are looking for and safe fishing
I bought the Mustang from bps at about $100 or less. First time it inflated it was laying on the seat next to me when it started raining.
It self inflated after a few minutes. Next 2 times it inflated I was wearing it in the rain. I've got more money in rearming kits t h an the vest cost. No more. I read about the hydrostatic inflating model from Mustang. I think I'm going back to my never fail life jacket. If I am wearing it there is no question about it working. Yea, it's hot but it works.
Mar 8, 2022 21:00:34 #
bottomcoon wrote:
I bought the Mustang from bps at about $100 or les... (show quote)
Next time it rains. I'm going out in the rain to see what mine does. Never wore it in the rain before.
Jan 4, 2023 14:46:09 #
I went with the "Atmos 40" by Bluestorm Gear:
more buoyancy for less money, same comfort while wearing.
We fish Fort Peck Reservoir in MT, as well as other cold water lakes. We also and the Pacific Ocean off the Oregon Coast in 18- 21 ft rec boats, so the extra buoyancy seems like a positive - especially when wearing warm, bulky clothing.
more buoyancy for less money, same comfort while wearing.
We fish Fort Peck Reservoir in MT, as well as other cold water lakes. We also and the Pacific Ocean off the Oregon Coast in 18- 21 ft rec boats, so the extra buoyancy seems like a positive - especially when wearing warm, bulky clothing.
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