Dwight,
Which one of those fine Hobie's are you bringing to HAVASU for the Mega Event ?
Stephen
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| Author: | John A. Yaeck [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 5:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Sailing life vests |
Hello out there, my name is John Yaeck and I am trying to find out who makes the sailing life jackets I have seen around that are bright yellow and appear to be real lightweight. There realy doesnt seem to be a lot to them but I see a lot of Hobie cat people wearing them as well as other sailors. I have been using the regular ski vests but its time to rplace them and these other units mentioned look so much more comfortable. As I said, they are bright yellow and when looking at them from the back, it appears the flotation foam or whatever they use, runs from top to bottom in seperate strips. Any body out there who can offer some suggestions as to where I should look!!!!???? Just a company name would help. Then I could look up thier catalog and find them. Thanks in advance, John Yaeck WOODMISER @ SBCGLOBAL . NET |
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| Author: | srm [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 6:18 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Quote: Any body out there who can offer some suggestions as to where I should look!!!!???? Just a company name would help. Then I could look up thier catalog and find them. Hobie Cat Murrays Marine APS (Annapolis Performance Sailing) Layline West Marine These guys all have decent life jacket offerings. Also, kayaking lifejackets work well for Hobie sailing because they're high-cut so they don't hang over your harness hook. sm |
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| Author: | MUST5429 [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 6:43 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Try Stohlquist Waterware http://www.stohlquist.com Stohlquist has made vests here in Colorado for rafters for many years. They crossover to Hobie sailing very well, no big suprize because the owner is a Hobie sailor himself. I use the Men's model called the Brik, and my wife and daughter use the Women's model called the Kitty. Large arm holes, freedom of movement, and high enough that they are never in the way of the hook of the trapeze harness. They don't build the life jacket you describe, but they do build one of the most comfortable and functional live vests I have ever worn. I've been sailing for 44 years and worn almost every style you can imagine. Sorry if all that sounds like a sales pitch. Stephen |
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| Author: | sunvista [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 7:12 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
I agree with srm. I have found the best bet for beachcat sailing are the ones made for paddle sports. They usually have wider arm openings for freedom of movement and ride high on the waist which will accommodate your harness and trapeze hook. Like this. http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Hydralic-Paddle-Jacket/dp/B000OEQRBS/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1251382611&sr=8-22 or this http://www.amazon.com/Stearns%C2%AE-Paddle-Tech-Paddlesports-Life-Vest/dp/B000H1K2UA/ref=pd_sbs_sg_1 Try to avoid the four belted ones made for water skiing, jet skiing etc. They are made for high impact and are not very comfortable for sitting on a tramp or hiking out. |
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| Author: | rattle 'n hum [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 11:01 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
John: This looks like what you're talking about: http://tinyurl.com/muxvny I wear one that has a small mesh pocket for whistle, compass, etc. Will probably get one with more pocket room next time. Jerome Vaughan Hobie 16 Clinton, Mississippi |
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| Author: | dwight916 [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 12:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Hello John: I use Kokatat Life Vests - OutFIT Tour - a paddling jacket with a couple of pockets for knife, radio, etc. Works well with my harness http://www.kokatat.com/ - Dwight |
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| Author: | MUST5429 [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 1:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Dwight, Which one of those fine Hobie's are you bringing to HAVASU for the Mega Event ? Stephen |
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| Author: | Sail Revolution [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 2:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
MUST5429 wrote: Dwight, Which one of those fine Hobie's are you bringing to HAVASU for the Mega Event ? Stephen Dwight has an awesome quintuple stacker trailer. Bring 'em all! Anyone using this? 
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| Author: | xanderwess [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 2:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
that thing is pretty cool looking. |
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| Author: | Tom Machette [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 4:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Yeah looks pretty zhik! |
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| Author: | MBounds [ Thu Aug 27, 2009 7:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Surf City Catamarans wrote: MUST5429 wrote: Dwight, Which one of those fine Hobie's are you bringing to HAVASU for the Mega Event ? Stephen Dwight has an awesome quintuple stacker trailer. Bring 'em all! Anyone using this? It looks cool, but it's not US Coast Guard approved and therefore not legal for racing under the IHCA Rules or US Sailing prescriptions to the Racing Rules of Sailing. |
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| Author: | John A. Yaeck [ Fri Aug 28, 2009 5:30 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
Hey guys, Thanks a lot for all of the info!!!! That was quick too!! Jerome--The picture you sent is exactly what I have seen. You say you wear one for sailing on your Hobie Cat? Is it as comfortable and lightweight as it looks? Guys--Thanks again for the help. Its sure is nice to have a place like this to go to when one has questions! I hope I can help someone out the same as you guys have!!! Thanks again and good sailing to all of you, John Yaeck |
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| Author: | rattle 'n hum [ Fri Aug 28, 2009 10:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
John A. Yaeck wrote: Jerome--The picture you sent is exactly what I have seen. You say you wear one for sailing on your Hobie Cat? Is it as comfortable and lightweight as it looks? I have been using one on my Hobie 16 for many years (it's about worn out). It is comfortable and light weight out of the water ....a very good PFD for the price. It will ride up some when in the water. Much better than a ski vest but not as good as some of the fancier (and more expensive) models that fit even better. As I said, I'll probably move up to a more expensive model with more pocket room soon, but the ExtraSport Challenger is a great value. Jerome |
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| Author: | Quarath [ Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:53 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
I think what you are seeing are the self inflating variety like |
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| Author: | Rockets [ Fri Aug 28, 2009 2:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sailing life vests |
I use these for casual sailing. They're not self inflating, and cost about $50 on sale but very comfortable. http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/producte/10001/-1/10001/270281/377%20710%201218/712/life%20vest/Primary%20Search/mode%20matchallpartial/40/0?N=377%20710%201218&Ne=712&Ntt=life%20vest&Ntk=Primary%20Search&Ntx=mode%20matchallpartial&Nao=40&Ns=0&keyword=life%20vest&isLTokenURL=true&storeNum=8&subdeptNum=106&classNum=12387 I wear a Hobie vest in heavy winds. |
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