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Personal Flotation Devices (PFD)

Regatta PFD (Ultra)
Product No: 300


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This is a budget priced vest, great for groups or canoe paddlers wanting a safe but cheap PFD.

Waist coat design. Zip up front. Two adjustable waist straps .

Color(s): Safety yellow/blue trim. (PFD 2).
Size(s): Adult S, M, L, SL also chidren sizes.
Specs: Children Sizes 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12, $70.00. Australian Standard AS 1499. Fabric 210 D Nylon.
Adult $ 80.00
Child $ 70.00

 

Blade PFD (Ultra)
Product No: 301


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The Blade is a no-frills PFD 2. It is basic, but practical. There are no zips to wear out, it is fastened by two two straps and quick release buckles. The waist and shoulder straps are fully adjustable.

Excellent for groups or individuals who want a relatively cheap and basic PFD. Also available in a PFD 3.

Cost: $ 85.00
Color(s): Safety Gold/black
Size(s): Adult XS, S, M, L, SL. Junior 6 & 10
Specs: Australian Standard AS1499. 150D Ripstop. Layered PE.

 

Gorge (Ultra)
Product No: 303


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The Gorge is exceptional value with ripstop fabric, adjustable shoulders and sides, heavy duty YKK zip and secure pocket. The contoured slab design is modelled after our popular Pinnacle PFD.

Easy to put on and take off. Multifit design. Lanyard attachment point. This is one of our most popular PFD.

Cost: $ 110.00
Color(s): Safety Gold/Black
Size(s): Adult XS, S, M, L, SL
Specs: 6kg+ upward thrust. Buoyancy- Slab Corex. 150D Ripstop. Australian Standards AS 1499.

 

Blademaster
Product No: 305


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Designed for canoeing, kayaking and water sports activities where manoeuvrability and comfort are essential. Features fully adjustable side closure and adjustable padded webbing shoulder straps plus retro tape for safety. Includes two front pockets, one mesh, the other zippered nylon, both with pocket inserts, two ‘D’ ring attachments plus back hydro pack pocket.

Constructed from layered foam providing flexibility and body comfort. Compact design provides excellent freedom of arm and shoulder movement when seated.

Cost: $ 90.00

 

Puddle PFD (Liquid Life)
Product No: 306


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The Puddle from Liquid Life is a very practical standard PFD. The waistcoat design, with tough centre zip, allows the wearer to easily put-on and take-off the jacket. The heavy duty cordura-style-fabric ensures it is tough and long lasting.

Shoulder adjustment straps, side adjustment straps and adjustable waist straps allow the wearer to fine tune and tension the jacket for a comfortable and safe fit. A comfortable PFD, that is easy to wear and has all the tensioning features of a more expensive PFD.

Cost: $ 110.00
Color(s): Yellow
Size(s): S/M L/XL, XXL
Specs: Heavy duty cordura-style-fabric. Australian. Standard AS 1499. OTHER LIQUID LIFE PFDs AVAILABLE.

 

Max PFD (Hutchwilco)
Product No: 307


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The Max is a waistcoat type PFD, simple in design with centre zip which allows the wearer to easily put-on or take-off. It is comfortable, has good freedom of movement and a high buoyancy rating.

High performance polyester webbing and non slip buckle to ensure a secure fit. High gloss reflective trim to be seen at night. Heavy duty Oxford Nylon fabric. Non corrosive zip.

Cost: $ 105.00
Size(s): Junior, Adult S, M & L
Specs: Heavy duty Oxford Nylon fabric. Australian Standard AS 1499.

 

Pinnacle PFD (Ultra)
Product No: 311


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This popular PFD offers a comfortable fit at an affordable price.

Large front pocket with smaller one attached. Side zip for easy access & removal. Side tension straps for perfect fitting adjustments. Adjustable shoulder straps to complete perfect fitting. Deep cut armholes freedom of movement.

Cost: $ 125.00
Color(s): Safety Orange/Gold (PFD 2). Black/Purple (PFD3).
Size(s): Adult S, M, L, SL
Specs: Fabric 500 D Duratex. 6kg + upward thrust. Australian Standard AS 1499.

 

MsFit Tour (Kokatat)
Product No: 313


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The Kokatat Tour is extremely high quality comfortable PFD. I wore this jacket, with the Tributary 1.8L Hydration System attached to the back, whilst paddling the 3300km journey down the Yukon River and the 4000km journey down the Missouri River.

200D Nylon. Oxford inner and 500D Cordura outer shell. Articulated foam cut and seam. 2 bellow pockets with zippered side entry. 1 electronics/knife pocket. Reflective tape on chest and back. Strobe lash tab on back.

Cost: $ 250.00
Color(s): Moss. Mango. Glacier. Red. Orange
Size(s): S - XL
Specs: The Tributary 1.8L Hydration System or Rear Pocket can be attached to the back of the jacket.

 

Riptide Hydro Pocket
Product No: 314


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The Riptide Hydro Pocket superb side clip low profile jacket. Perfect for playboat junkies, adventure racers or Avon Descent paddlers. 3D soft foam with athletic racer back for ultimate shoulder freedom. Z-adjust side straps for fast fit. Remarkable double-decker stealth stretch cargo pockets hold more than just powergel. Reflective tape, Lash tab, and adjustable shoulders. Cordura Plus shell.

Hydro Pocket includes 2 litre bladder.

Color(s): Colors: Red/Charcoal, Silver/Charcoal
Size(s): Sizes: S/M, L/XL

 

Race Pro (Hydraulics)
Product No: 315


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The Race Pro is a top quality PFD, extremely comfortable and has all the features needed for racing or just training. It is easy to get on (over your head) and fast to get off (side zip) and in between you will hardly notice you are wearing it. It has a rear expandable pocket that can hold a 2 litre bladder and a bottle pocket on the front for electrolyte fluids or more water. Two tube guides on the front keeps the tubes in place and in easy reach of your mouth, so you can take in fluid without stopping. The "system X" adjustment system prevents the weight of the drink bladder from pulling the PFD backwards and preventing that choking feeling.

It comes equipped with a whistle and a handy knife pocket with a lash tab ( mandatory gear on most races) as well as a strobe light clip point on the back. The piping is reflective and the mesh front pockets hold food, and plenty of it.

Cost: $ 240.00
Size(s): S, M, L
Specs: 300D Nyon outer, 200D Nylon inner

 

Trek PFD (Ultra)
Product No: 316


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An amazing PFD with stacks of features at an affordable price. This is one of the best valued PFD and one of my favourites.

Side zip for easy access and removal. Side tension straps for perfect fitting adjustments. Adjustable shoulder straps to complete perfect fitting. Deep cut armholes. Huge front pocket and two smaller ones. Water bladder pocket on back. Whistle knife attachments. 6kg + upward thrust.

Cost: $ 150.00
Color(s): Yellow/Black trim (PFD2). Black/Aqua trim (PFD3).
Size(s): S, M, L,SL
Specs: Fabric 500 D Duratex. Australian Standard AS 1499.

 

Axis Extrem (Palm)
Product No: 317


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The Axis Extrem™ PFD is great for instructors and whitewater paddlers alike. Low cut for greater freedom of movement. A large front pocket which can hold a removable buoyancy pad or compact throwbag. Tensioning straps to ensure that perfect fit.

Features include: • >75N Soft foam buoyancy; removable soft foam pad for even greater flotation. • Adjustable Easy Glide™ padded neoprene shoulder straps. • Adjustable Easy Glide™ side and waist straps. • Easy Glide™ Chest Harness with quick release cam buckle and load spreader. • Karabiner retainer. • Zip fastened front pocket with external zip fastened stretch mesh pocket and two "D" rings for securing items. • Reflective tape on shoulder straps and reflective piping on front pocket. • Hi-Vis Flame panel on back of PFD.

Color(s): Blue, Flame and Black
Size(s): XS S/M L/XL & XXL
Specs: Fabric: Shell: 550D Ripstop Cordura® and Airex floatation foam..

Please contact Terry for more information...

 

River Pro (Hydraulics)
Product No: 318


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The low cut and fantastic fit of River Pro PFD is making it a favourite with professional riverpeople and guides all over the world. It has a huge front pocket, made from Keprotec (stretchy Kevlar), so raft guides will have to work a little harder to rip it. It fits like a glove ("system X"), and has padded shoulders for boat carrying comfort. It has a 38mm towline with a Fixloc buckle and a stainless ring.

System 'X' provides the most comfortable and secure fit by clamping the vest to your body. Big kevlar front pocket with internal organiser pockets, a key clip and zipper garage to protect zip slider. 38mm towline with quick release cam and elasticated cowtail and stainless steel ring. Knife pocket is located on the outside of the front pocket with a lash tab if you like to tie your knife on. Attach a cord loop to your knife and you can access it with one hand. Side zip entry design allows for maximum floatation and keeps the front clear of obstructions. Bar tacked at all the major stress points (and many of the not so major ones).

Size(s): S, M, L
Specs: 500D Cordura outer, 200D Nylon inner.
Weight: 1,310g

 

Guide (Kokatat)
Product No: 320


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The high quality Guide rescue PFD incorporates everything you could possibly need in full featured rescue PFD. You will benefit from it's articulated panels and contouring fit, as well as the increased pocket capacity. It has reinforced shoulders, harness hardwear and rescue belt.

200D Nylon Oxford inner and 500D Cordura outer shell. 500kg reinforced shoulders and quick release chest harness with O-ring. Reflective tape on chest and back. Lash tabs (2 front, 1 back). 1 front stretch mesh pocket and 1 Electronics/knife pocket.

Cost: $ 348.00
Color(s): Mango. Orange. Moss.
Size(s): S - XL
Specs: Optional: Tow Tethers (cow tails) for river and sea. Optional: Tributary Hydration System or Rear Pocket.

 

Ocean Pro (Hydraulics)
Product No: 321


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The Ocean Pro is a PFD that all sea kayakers and touring paddlers have been waiting for. This very comfortable top quality PFD has a multitude of features.

Contoured foam, super comfy. Front zip and triple side chapes for comfort and ease of adjustment. Integrated hydration system with bladder installed. Quick release towline, an elasticated 4m cowtail with a stainless ring. Removable and adjustable VHF holster, for hands free operation. Two large front pockets with organisers for sunnies, food, sunscreen, phone, whistle, knife, etc. Strobe attachment point on back. Mesh pocket on back for long towline or jacket stowage. Bartacked at all major stress points. Reflective piping for visibility.

Size(s): S, M, L
Specs: 500D Cordura Outer. 200D Nylon inner. Water Bladder and towline included.

 

Leader (Mission)
Product No: 322


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The Mission Leader PFD 2 is the best valued Leader Jacket around. Large front pocket with net pocket. Cows Tail (tow line) with quick release harness. Zip up front.

Adjustable shoulder, side and waist straps. Reflective tape on shoulders and rear panel.

Cost: $ 160.00

 

Javelin Pilot (PFD1)
Product No: 339


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Cost: $ 85.00

 

Raider PFD 1 (Ultra)
Product No: 341


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Using the same popular design as the Sea Raider, without some of the Sea Raider features. It is a more price conscious vest.

Color(s): Safety Yellow/Blue trims
Size(s): Adult S, M, L, SL
Specs: Australian Standard AS 1512.

Please contact Terry for more information...

 

Ultra Inflatable (Manual) Budget PFD1
Product No: 343


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The Ultra Manual 150N Inflatable has a contoured slim fit design. Inflator body and CO2 cylinder tucked away in protective sheath. Pull cord to activate CO2 cylinder. Oral tube for manual inflation. 38mm webbing and plastic buckles. Whistle. 25mm D ring lanyard attachment point.

Australian Standards AS 1512.

Cost: $ 130.00

 

Vital PFD 1 (Ultra)
Product No: 345


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The Vital PFD1 is a no frills emergency vest. It's the best valued PFD1 on the market and no boat owner should be without one.

Slab layered PU. Stitched & bound seams. Reflective tape.

Cost: $ 25.00
Color(s): Safety Yellow PFD1
Size(s): Adult & Junior
Specs: Fabric 219 Denier Nylon. Australian Standard AS 1512.