Reddit reviews ABSOLUTE OUTDOOR Onyx A/M-24 Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket
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Durable fabric resists tears and puncturesInflates with manual movement of T-cord or automatically upon immersion in waterLightweight, comfortable, slender design keeps you cool in warm weatherSoft neoprene neckline for all day wearing comfortThis item is not for sale in Catalina Island
When you are indoors a life jacket is a liability.
They make "Float Coats" with these built in or you can just wear those.
If you want to go crazy, buy one of these and attach it to your PC. Itll automatically inflate if its submerged in water.
I use an inflatable while fishing. Much more comfortable than a I or III.
Similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/Onyx-Co2-Automatic-Vest-Universal-Adult/dp/B0032ALK36/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405525205&sr=8-1&keywords=inflatable+life+vest
I have the auto-inflate disabled, but if I was a non-swimmer I would not disable it.
Footwear is going to depend on what exactly you are doing. On trawling/dredging trips, I have a pair of shrimper boots (I prefer the taller boots, which are better at keeping water out of them). For wading, I have two sets of wading boots. I have soft wade boots, which are easier to put on and sufficient for mud/sand. I also have harder soled wade boots that last longer when you are frequently on rocks or oysters shells. I've even used a pair of hiking boots, which honestly lasted the longest but looked less professional. I also know a couple of people that swear by neoprene boots like these.
I also recommend that you get a UV Buff. Partly it's because I hate being covered in sunscreen. But it also protects you from wind and cold.
Get a decent pair of polarized sunglasses. Pick a lens color that is suitable for the waters where you are working. (I think you are technically supposed to use blue/green for oceanic waters, but I've always preferred a brown lens)
UV longleeves are a decent temperature-regulating alternative to the Columbia button-downs (they are basically just under armour shirts). Also I recommend looking into some cheaper off-brands (Columbia is expensive!). But DO NOT get the Columbia-style button downs with velcro in place of buttons at the collars/sleeves.
I also recommend investing in an inflatable life jacket. They tend to get in the way less when you are trying to work out on the water.
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If you know where he puts in, you could also buy a years worth of launching fees.
That's probably a fine life jacket, it'll work to keep you afloat. The difference between sailing and powerboating is that you probably don't intend to ever get in the water (tho you can for swimming and whatnot), so a jacket like that can get uncomfortable (big and bulky).
I use something similar to this: http://www.amazon.com/Absolute-Outdoor-Full-Throttle-Automatic/dp/B0032ALK36/ref=pd_sbs_sg_52 which automatically inflates if you hit the water. I don't have my exact brand handy, but this is the basic idea. Since it's usually deflated, it's much more comfy to wear for long days sailing.
For better or for worse, a lot of people don't wear life jackets while on board a boat on CO reservoirs, they just have them nearby. If you feel comfortable doing that, the one you linked will work just fine. If there's a storm or possibility of stiff winds, you should put it on stat!
I personally wear one at all times, which is why I wanted the auto-inflate one.
Maybe get something like this :
http://www.amazon.com/Onyx-Co2-Automatic-Vest-Universal-Adult/dp/B0032ALK36/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1422675595&sr=1-1&keywords=automatic+inflatable+life+jacket
That way there is some piece of mind should something happen and you wind up in the water, you're safe?
I have one that I really only wear when I am solo on the boat. Hey, ya never know. It's not the things you're expecting to happen that happen, be safe out there.
Not sure if you're looking for this type but maybe a canister one similar to this canister pfd I'm in AUS so cant recommend brands/shops etc, but i love mine, its so light and i don't notice it at all.