Combo life jacket/harness

I am kind of surprised that no one makes a combination life jacket/trap harness. I haven't trapped yet, but have all the missing parts on my Christmas list for 'Santa'.

It seems that having one unit that you slip on would be more comfortable, no?

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Steve
2017 Hobie 16 "Cayman" sails 114795
1985 & 1973? Hobie 14 "Sea & Ski"

The problem is that it would have to meet the USCG lifejacket requirements. There are strict rules for USCG approved jackets and having a combo harness would likely prevent it from meeting these requirements.

If you have a comfortable harness and a comfortable life jacket, it's really a non-issue.

sm

i always thought the same thing but SRM's answer makes sense.

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'73 hobie 16 restored 2011
'00 Seaswirl fishin boat

Here is an example of one i found at a thrift store for $3.00.
Take a look at the tag it has Transport Canada certification....
and it is really not that comfortable....
I have ordered a new Zhik and can't wait to try it out...

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•Present boat -1998 Hobie 16 Solana Sails furling jib[/size]

Also, without straps under the legs to support weight this would not really work for trapping out. Likely it is a hook for tether to onboard lifelines? Maybe add some leg loops, reinforced, and try it.
It's pretty ugly though, IMHO, but priced right

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Raise your sail one foot, and you get ten feet of wind.
起你的一只帆，和你10英尺的。 -- Chinese Proverb
William D. Latinette @ Latrobe, PA, USA w. H14 Turbo X 2... [email protected]

I think it was designed for windsurfing.... it enabled me to trap out this last summer and got me even more hooked on speed and balance... my new harness should be here in a week.....

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•Present boat -1998 Hobie 16 Solana Sails furling jib[/size]

Interesting, thanks for sharing the pictures.

I do like the price!

I may spring for next summer.

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Steve
2017 Hobie 16 "Cayman" sails 114795
1985 & 1973? Hobie 14 "Sea & Ski"

Here's one I bought in 1981. I don't believe the company exists anymore. It's a great harness.

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