DAKINE

Run a search in seabreeze for impact vests - been discussed a few times over the last year - here are a couple of the results. I use a Ripcurl PFD3 vest plus seat harness. Got the vest from a skiing/wakeboard shop (dozens of models to choose from).

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=32783&SearchTerms=impact,vest

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=32553&SearchTerms=impact,vest

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=30982&SearchTerms=impact,vest

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=29485&SearchTerms=impact,vest

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=26791&SearchTerms=impact,vest

rattman said...

Hi.

In the next few months (when the weather gets better and stingers go away) I am going to start learning to kite surf and take a few lessons. I have always used a PFD when doing any water sports.

I have a self inflating type 3, but thats not suitable for kite surfing, so I am looking for a PFD/impact vest thats suitable for wearing a harness with.

I know Jet Pilot make them does anyone know if these are suitable for use with kitesurfing harnesses

We sell the Jetpilots, none of them work with a waist harness, but do work Ok with a seat harness. They are the only rated vests they are PFD1.
If you wear a waist harness then the NPX vest is good or last years Cabrinha, also the Dakine.
https://www.kitepower.com.au/catalog/category_316_Impact_Vests__Helmets.html

I've used mine in surf, tow in guys use the Jetpilots, really don't see the problem with the use of them in surf, provided they are just impact vests that fit snuggly and still allow you to swim/dogpaddle/tread water.

Cya and

Goodwinds

Steve