Cool Hobie PFD vest spotted at Maclean Outdoors. (Aus)

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Dropped into Josh's (Yakabout) store, MacLean Outdoors, and picked up some must-have items from the stunning range of Gear he stocks, I would have jumped to grab one of these PFD Vests if i hadn't just spent a lot on Sharkskin clothing and other essential items, definitely on the List.
I didn't ask him if I could re-print this but knowing the kind of guy he is he will have no hesitation in telling me if he's pissed off about it.

I go offshore and need to have attached to me my:
Waterproof Cell Phone
UHF Transceiver
AM Marine Transceiver
Pocket-size GPS
Camera
First-Aid kit
Cookies, Energy Bars, etc

All this stuff is useless if I get separated from my AI so I like it handy, also, I can just grab my Vest and know everything I need is already contained in one place when i prepare to launch.

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Written by Josh
Tuesday, 08 September 2009
Stormy's yak fishing PFD (& updated rudder pin)

Josh says:
"Several new items have become available via your nearest Hobie dealer. First (& foremost) is a new Hobie inflatable PFD and no, this isn't the one you may have seen in the '09 catalogue (that one is for the US market only). This one is made exclusively for Hobie Aus by Stormy, and loaded with heaps of utility pockets, has been designed with kayak fishing in mind. I received a sample today and I'm mighty impressed."

"Type-1 flavoured & feature-packed to the max, this thing would have to satisfy anyone's personal stowage requirements. No doubt it's airmesh vest design will be a lot cooler than a traditional PFD. Me thinx this yak fishing vest is going to be very popular, for both bream tournament fishoes and off shore adventurers alike. It's called 'The Outdoorsman' and at under $200, are well worth your attention. Behold, the official lowdown:"

Hobie “Outdoorsman” Inflatable PFD: These vests are rated PFD Type 1 under Australian Standards and for that reason, are fit for use in all Australian States and Territories. Features include:
• Gas cylinder inflator and backup mouth inflator
• Removable/Adjustable Crotch Straps
• Adjustable Front Straps and Zipper
• Convenient Storage Pockets
• 6 x front (4 with mesh for drainage)
• 1 x large at back
• 1 x Inside front
• Safety Whistle
• Bungy loops for attaching braid cutters etc.
• Reflective Shoulder Strips for added visibility
• Shell & Lining – 100% Polyester
• Available in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL (note: sizing is generous)
• 12 month warranty – extended to 5 years if serviced each year by certified agent

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Fair Skies, Max.

Very nice - and not too pricey compared to basic gas inflatable PFDs.

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Mickey
2016 AI Hibiscus
purchased NEW Nov 2021 - My 5th
Adventure Island Sailing since 2008

True, that's Oz dollars so take 10% off, my local good quality PFD cost $USD220 and it has only Two pockets.
Something like this would ship to the USA standard rate for about $40, I think.

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Fair Skies, Max.

Geez Max, if I fell out of the boat, the last thing I'd be thinking about is eating some cookies and taking a few photos.

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Picked up one of these yesterday after seeing Elmo's. Haven't loaded it with cookies yet....

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Hmmm, Elmo, cookies... This has a familiar ring to it.

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Well, I had to say "Cookies" for our 'Mellican Mates or they would wonder why I am taking a hot breakfast with me in my pocket.

In Uncle Sam "Biscuits", are sort of hot Scones served with odd-looking White gravy, eggs, Bacon, Maple Syrup, etc, kind of tasty if you find a good Diner.

(What are "Scones", pronounced "Scons" here, umm they come with Strawberry Jam, (Jelly), and cream and...oh dear what have I started..?)

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Fair Skies, Max.

<shudder>

Tried the new PFD out today. With the number of pockets I reackon you could fit a hot breakfast in there. Found it to be very comfortable. My camera survived witout gettng too much spray on it. I also added a small amount of air manually.

Oh, and don't try pulling the inflation handle even without the CO2 cylinder installed. The little plastic thingie breaks.....
(Yes Elmo, I do remember you saying it a week ago...)

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I know this is a bit off the thread but........well, well you started it Skymax
I remember reading your thread of your bicycle trip through part of the Eastern US. It was an area of the US I've never traveled to. The logging of your trip and photos were very interesting and a good read. In case you want to re-live that time with a taste of Uncle Sam's Biscuits, the recipe is below. Not only is The Baking Powder Biscuit good to eat with gravy and eggs, it is very good to eat hot, with some butter and a bit of honey on it, along with a nice lamb stew. The Scones which you tasted are often sold in mass at county fairs around the country in the summer. These are ok tasting, but they are a bit dry and taste pretty much like whatever you dress them with. Just so you don't think these county fair scones are the only kind of scones we over here in the New World eat, here is a recipe which shows how the scone has evolved for the finer pallet.

I'm sure these scones won't stack up to Slaughter's famous pavlova dessert, but they'll be a good snack with your salty coffee as you're catching the wind in your sail.
Wanda

Orange Scones
2 cups (470 ml) of flour
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) plus 1 teaspoon (5ml) of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of baking soda
1/4 cup (60 ml) of sugar
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of salt
2/3 cup (150 ml) of cold, cubed, unsalted butter
About 1/2 cup (120 ml) of dried currants or craisens, or raisens
1 1/4 cup (300 ml) of buttermilk
The zest of one orange

Heat the oven to 375F degrees. Combine all the dry ingredients in a bowl. Add the cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients so the dry mixture looks crumbly.
Stir in the dried fruit.
Mix the orange zest into the buttermilk. Pour this into the dry mixture and mix with a spoon until the dry mixture is just moistened. Don't over mix it. Then take it out of the bowl and place it on the counter and fold it over and push down, or knead it only 4 to 5 times. You don't want to over-handle it. Cut the dough in half and pat one of the halves into a 6" circle. You can sprinkle a small amount of sugar on top. Cut this circle into 6 wedges. Place them on a cookie sheet. Do the same with the other half. Bake the scones for about 20 minutes, until they are golden brown.
These go really good, fresh with your morning coffee.

Baking Powder Biscuits

1/2 cup (120 ml) of cold, cubed, unsalted butter
1 3/4 cup (420 ml) of flour
2 1/2 teaspoon (12.5 ml) of baking powder
3/4 teaspoon (3.7 ml) of salt
3/4 cup (180 ml) of milk

Heat the oven to 450F. Combine in a bowl all the dry ingredients. Add the cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients. When the dry ingredients look crumbly, add the mild and stir by hand until the dough leaves the side of the bowl and rounds up into a ball. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead lightly 10 times. Roll to 1" thick. Cut with a 2" biscuit cutter. Place on the cookie sheet. Bake until golden brown about 10 to 12 minutes.

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Fly'n C Lion

Hey thanks, I never thought I would make those at home, copied that into my collection..
I do make a pretty good German Cake, (Short-bready flat cake filled with Apricot jelly and topped with Blanched Almonds), but this wil be something new.


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Only trouble is i now have to learn the white gravy thing too..

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Fair Skies, Max.